U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Alexis Scott, 36th Fighter Squadron pilot, prepares to taxi inside an F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 9, 2024. Scott has been a pilot for over 20 years, and still conducts training to ensure that he is ready to “Fight Tonight”. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chase Verzaal)

Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons taxi during Exercise Ballast Cannon 24.3 at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 10, 2024. The U.S. Air Force’s expeditionary capability enables U.S. and coalition forces to rapidly establish credible, combat-ready forces within U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility to proactively deter adversary threats of aggression and, if necessary, respond with effective and overwhelming force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexander Cook)

A Royal Bahraini Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon taxis during exercise Ballast Cannon 24.3 at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 10, 2024. Through collaboration and cooperation, the U.S. and regional allies and partners have developed critical relationships necessary to remain agile and effective in combined operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexander Cook)

Two Royal Bahraini Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons taxi during Exercise Ballast Cannon 24.3 at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 10, 2024. The long-standing relationships the U.S. Air Force has developed within the CENTCOM AOR enable routine training advancing the coalition’s ability to become a seamless operational force across every warfighting domain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexander Cook)

U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers assigned to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, arrive for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 10, 2024. Red Flag 24-1 will conclude on 26 Jan 2024 and participating units will then forward deploy to various disaggregated bases to conduct operations for the exercise Bamboo Eagle. (U.S. Air Force photos by William R. Lewis)


A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B assigned to Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, lands at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 10, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. There are typically three iterations of Red Flag annually, including U.S. only and with Allies and Partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

A Royal Australian Air Force F-35A lands at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 10, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. This Red Flag will have approximately 30 units and close to 2,000 participants from U.S. and Allied forces. Red Flag exercises to provide aircrews the experience of multiple, intensive air combat sorties in the safety of a training environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

Royal Air Force FGR-4 Typhoons land at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 10, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. Red Flag exercises provide aircrews the experience of multiple, intensive air combat sorties in the safety of a training environment. (U.S. Air Force photos by William R. Lewis)


Herndon, Virginia, 12 January 2024 – Delta Air Lines has chosen Airbus to meet its needs for modern efficient widebodies having placed a first order for 20 A350-1000 aircraft. The A350-1000 will be a new aircraft type in Delta’s fleet.

“We are thankful for Delta’s continued confidence in Airbus’ solutions to meet its fleet needs,” said Christian Scherer, Chief Executive Officer of the Commercial Aircraft business, Airbus. “Delta was the first U.S. airline to operate the A350-900, and is doing so with great success. Delta now welcomes the A350-1000, which will open even more opportunities for the airline and its customers. We are proud that our aircraft serve the entirety of Delta’s impressive global network as this stellar airline takes fleet efficiency to the next level.”

“The A350-1000 will be the largest, most capable aircraft in Delta’s fleet and is an important step forward for our international expansion,” said Ed Bastian, Delta’s chief executive officer. “The aircraft complements our fleet and offers an elevated customer experience, with more premium seats and best-in-class amenities, as well as expanded cargo capabilities.”

Delta Air Lines currently operates more than 450 Airbus aircraft from all of the Airbus product families from the A220 to the A350-900, with more than 200 additional on order.

Once added to the fleet, Delta will benefit from the A350-1000’s operational efficiency, which results in reduced fuel burn and emissions and lower operating and maintenance costs, while passengers will enjoy the comfort of the Airbus Airspace cabin with its spacious and quiet cabin, wide seats, high ceilings and customizable ambient lighting designed to reduce fatigue and jet-lag on long flights.

The A350 is the world’s most modern and efficient widebody aircraft and the long range leader in the 300-410 seater category, flying efficiently on any sector from short-haul to ultra-long-haul routes up to 9,700nm. Its clean sheet design includes state-of-the-art technologies, aerodynamics, lightweight materials and latest generation engines that together deliver 25% advantage in fuel burn, operating costs and CO₂ emissions, as well as 50% noise footprint reduction compared to previous generation competitor aircraft.

The A350 has more than 1,206 orders from 58 customers from around the world.

Saint-Cloud, France, January 12, 2024 – At the end of December 2023, the French Defense Procurement Agency (DGA) awarded Dassault Aviation an order for 42 Rafale combat aircraft, known as “tranche 5”, for the French Air Force (AAE).

“On behalf of Dassault Aviation and the 400 companies involved in the Rafale program, I would like to thank the Ministry for the Armed Forces, the DGA and the AAE for their renewed confidence. We are ready and determined to use our skills as prime contractor and complex systems integrator to serve the sovereignty of our nation. This military industrial sovereignty is an exception in Europe. It guarantees the superiority of our combat aviation. It is also an asset for diplomatic influence and an economic strength in export trade”, says Éric Trappier, Chairman and CEO of Dassault Aviation.

The Rafale is a technical, operational and commercial success which continues to position France at a world-class level in combat aircraft.
The Rafale has been designed to evolve by successive standards, in order to adapt the latest technologies to user needs. Standard 4, focusing particularly on connectivity, is under development. Standard 5, which is currently preparing for launch, will bring new capabilities in collaborative combat.

The Rafale is a success in the export market, with seven customer countries to date. The order book, plus the new “tranche 5” contract, secure production activity for the next ten years.

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Dustin McGuown, a native of Pasadena, California, signals to an AH-1Z Super Cobra helicopter, assigned to the “Hangman” detachment of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), during flight operations aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) as the ship steams in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 12, 2024. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of Boxer, USS Somerset (LPD 25), and Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), and the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway conducting integrated training and routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Connor Burns)

PALMDALE, Calif., Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® (NYSE: LMT) rolled out the X-59, a unique experimental aircraft designed to quiet the sonic boom, at a ceremony in Palmdale, California. The ceremony marked a significant milestone in Lockheed Martin's and NASA's decades-long journey to solve one of the most persistent challenges of supersonic flight – the sonic boom.

"We're thrilled to take on this challenge alongside NASA, whose quiet supersonic technology mission will have lasting, transformational impacts for people around the world," said John Clark, vice president and general manager, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works. "This project is just one example of the broader ingenuity of our industry as we continually strive to push the envelope of what's possible."

Rollout ceremonies are a long-standing aviation tradition, and in the case of the X-59, it celebrated technical advancements, collaboration and innovation that stemmed from years of research, development and production of a one-of-a-kind technology demonstrator aircraft that will reduce the loudness of sonic booms to a gentle thump.

"The entire X-59 team leaned into the expertise of both legendary organizations, NASA and Lockheed Martin, to ensure success for this program. I am extremely proud of everyone who made this historic moment possible," said Greg Ulmer, executive vice president, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.

Lockheed Martin, NASA and government leaders attended the ceremony to include:

Greg Ulmer, executive vice president, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
John Clark, vice president and general manager, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works
Pam Melroy, NASA Deputy Administrator
Jim Free, NASA Associate Administrator
Bob Pearce, NASA Associate Administrator
Dee Dee Myers, California's Senior Economic Advisor to the Governor

An X-59 media kit containing photo and video from the ceremony and more is available here.

Next, the aircraft will complete ground tests including engine-run and taxi tests before its next major milestone, first flight, later this year. After the aircraft is validated in initial flight tests, it will move into the acoustic testing phase. This phase will include flights over populated areas to provide U.S. and international regulators with statistically valid data required to help approve new rules that could allow quiet commercial supersonic flight over land. This would cut commercial flight times to half of what they are today, transforming travel for people around the world.

Botucatu, Brazil, January 15, 2024 — Embraer's Agricultural Aviation Division delivered 65 Ipanema airplanes in 2023, an increase of 18% compared to the previous year. As a result, in December, the company reached the milestone of 1,600 units produced and delivered over the aircraft's five decades of uninterrupted production.

Since the launch of the new version of the EMB-203 model in 2020, the company has seen continuous growth in sales and plans to increase production to 70 planes this year.

"Agribusiness has a significant positive impact on Brazil's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and we are very pleased to see how the Ipanema has contributed to the sector's high productivity, efficiency, and sustainability," says Sany Onofre, Manager of Embraer's Ipanema Program.

As the leader in the Brazilian aerial applications market, the Ipanema brings innovations and improvements that increase robustness with low operating costs and carbon emissions. The Ipanema is the only agricultural airplane certified and produced in series to fly on ethanol, a renewable energy source that provides increased power to the aircraft's engine.

A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom prepares to land at a forward arming and refueling point as part of Realistic Urban Training (RUT) on Fort Barfoot, Virginia, Jan. 14, 2024. RUT provides the 24th MEU the opportunity to operate in unfamiliar environments, integrate the units of the Marine Air Ground Task Force, and train towards being designated as special operations capable. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jacqueline Peguero-Montes)

01.13.2024
Soldiers from 96th Aviation Support Battalion, 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) refuel AH-64 apache helicopters at Oxford, MS, during a Large-Scale, Long-Range Air Assault (LLAASLT) into the Joint Readiness Training Center on Fort Johnson, LA.
This exercise is intended to test and strengthen the unit's readiness. Close to 80 U.S. Army helicopters from Fort Campbell, KY will stop at several locations throughout the flight path to refuel and resupply before they assault onto the training objectives at Fort Johnson, LA. There are four FARPs: Millington, TN, Oxford, MS, Monroe, LA, and Alexandria, LA.
(Photo by Capt. Hayley Haka)

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Jan. 15, 2024)- An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the “Fighting Blacklions” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213, taxis on the flightline after returning to Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia, Jan. 15, following a more than eight-month deployment with the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group. While deployed, the squadron accomplished 1,943 sorties covering 3,137 flight hours with a 97% sortie completion rate. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Brian M. Brooks)

SAN DIEGO – 16 January 2024 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) demonstrated its hardware-agnostic, open standards-based autonomy ecosystem for Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles (UCAVs) on a GA-ASI MQ-20 Avenger® as part of a live flight test on Nov. 13, 2023. The flight included three software-defined radios (SDRs) from L3Harris Technologies to support Line-of-Sight (LOS), command and control, and data movement capabilities via Waveform X.

One SDR, an L3Harris’ Pantera, was integrated into the MQ-20 unmanned aircraft, and a second was on the ground working in concert with a third L3Harris SDR, BANSHEE 2, which was on the ground as part of the Mission Control Element, forming an IP-based Mesh Network. The demonstration showcased Waveform X, a non-proprietary U.S. government-owned communications capability, and the ability to fly, flip, fly flight hardware as part of the Open Mission Systems (OMS) and skills based unmanned autonomy ecosystem.

The flight demonstrated the ability to rapidly plug and play both U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force (USAF) autonomous unmanned technologies together. It further leveraged autonomy from three separate sources: government-provided human-machine interface (HMI) hardware, GA-ASI’s autonomy core, and orchestration of these components using Waveform X.

Autonomy skills were used to meet multiple objectives for collaborative combat missions and close the Find, Fix, Track, Target, Engage, and Assess (F2T2EA) engagement chain using a mix of Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) entities. The flight, which took place at GA-ASI’s Desert Horizon Flight Operations Facility in El Mirage, Calif., illustrates the company’s commitment to maturing future Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP) technologies using the MQ-20 as a flying test bed.

“This flight underscores GA-ASI’s commitment to proving combat operational readiness for defense contractor products such as L3Harris’ Pantera and BANSHEE 2 radios, as well as open, vendor-agnostic autonomy architecture for UCAV platforms,” said GA-ASI Vice President of Advanced Programs Michael Atwood. “This most recent test shows multi-service compatibility of the autonomy core through the integration of USAF and Navy software skills, bringing us one step closer to government-owned, skills based interservice ecosystem for ACPs.”

Another important goal of GA-ASI’s flights is to demonstrate the company’s commitment to developing an open government standards-based autonomy ecosystem that enables rapid integration and validation of third-party tactical software applications. GA-ASI is focused on supporting the emerging government-managed App Store-based model that allows organizations to rapidly develop and deploy software while maintaining safety of flight and ensuring warfighters have up-to-date access to the industry’s best capabilities.

About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable RPA systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. With more than eight million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness. The company also produces a variety of sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas.

Avenger, Lynx, Predator, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are registered trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) aviators have joined counterparts from the United States and United Kingdom on Exercise Red Flag Nellis 24-1, considered one of the world’s toughest air combat training environments, to hone their war-fighting skills.

About 150 RAAF personnel and six F-35A Lightning II aircraft are participating in the exercise, running 15 January to 2 February at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada, United States.

The members are from 3 Squadron, 1 Combat Communications Squadron, 3 Control and Reporting Unit, 114 Mobile Control and Reporting Unit, 87 Squadron and 1 Security Forces Squadron

Exercise Red Flag was established by USAF in 1975 after the Vietnam War revealed the first 10 combat missions to be the most dangerous for aircrews. The first 10 missions of a modern air campaign are recreated in Red Flag to provide an invaluable experience for all participants.

RAAF’s Commanding Officer of 3 Squadron Wing Commander Adrian Kiely said this is the first time RAAF F-35As have participated in Exercise Red Flag Nellis.

“Generations of RAAF aviators have come to this exercise since 1980, and it continues to evolve and reflect the threats and challenges faced on modern operations,” Wing Commander Kiely said.

“Missions are conducted to the nearby Nevada Test and Training Range, and further to the southwest of the United States where we can integrate with maritime units.

“Exercise Red Flag Nellis will test every facet of our F-35A capability, allow us to integrate with our American and British allies, and practice how we project force on combat operations.”

This year’s exercise involves about 3000 personnel and up to 100 aircraft conducting large force employment missions in a range of scenarios.

The exercise is renowned for its use of ‘aggressor’ forces including simulated enemy fighter aircraft, ground-based radars and simulated surface-to-air missiles – and even cyber and space-based elements that simulate threats for each mission.

Commanding Officer of 114 Mobile Control and Reporting Unit, Wing Commander Peter Mole, will lead the RAAF Tactical Command and Control Team in the exercise.

“There is a large number of aircraft all fulfilling different roles across each mission at Exercise Red Flag Nellis, but no single aircraft is the ‘silver bullet’ that can do it all alone,” Wing Commander Mole said.

“The Tactical Command and Control team’s role is to manage and control all of those aircraft, alongside other elements and units working in the ground, maritime, cyber and space-based domains, to accomplish the mission.

“The scale and complexity of Exercise Red Flag Nellis cannot be replicated elsewhere, which makes it an outstanding place to build experience and reinforce our close working relationship with the United States and United Kingdom.”
(Photos courtesy of the RAAF)

911th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs conduct snow removal operations around a C-17 Globemaster III on the flightline at the Pittsburgh International Airport Air Reserve Station, Pennsylvania, Jan 16, 2024. The C-17 stands ready to mobilize at a moment's notice, undeterred by challenging weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by James Fritz)

B-2 Spirit stealth bombers take flight at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. on 16 Jan. for Red Flag 24-1. Red Flag is an annual exercise organized at Nellis AFB and hosted on the Nevada Test and Training Range, the U.S. Air Force's premier military training area with more than 12,000 square miles of airspace and 2.9 million acres of land. (U.S. Air Force Photo by 2nd Lt Lindsey Weichel and by Senior Airman Bryson Britt)


The world’s largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), arrives in Norfolk, Virginia, following its eight-month maiden deployment, Jan. 17, 2023. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) completed a scheduled deployment in U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/US Sixth Fleet area of operations, demonstrating the commitment and power projection capability of the Navy’s globally deployed force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacob Mattingly)

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 79th Fighter Squadron “Tigers” takes off to participate in Red Flag-Nellis (RFN) from Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Jan. 11, 2023. The Tigers will participate in RFN 24-1 to sharpen combat capabilities and strengthen partnerships across joint services and allied nations, ensuring the 20th Fighter Wing is capable of providing and maintaining air supremacy anytime, anywhere the mission dictates. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Squadron, takes off after hot pit refueling at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 17, 2024. The 35th FS executes air combat operations in support of U.S. and ROK interests in the Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Team “Thunderbirds” conduct a photo chase over Spaceport, New Mexico, Jan. 17, 2024. This winter training trip marks the third consecutive year the Thunderbirds have conducted winter training at Spaceport. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Breanna Klemm)


PACIFIC OCEAN (January 15, 2024) F-35B Lightning II aircraft’s from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit’s (MEU) Air Combat Element (ACE), land on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), while sailing in the Pacific Ocean, January 15. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas B. Contant)

An F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet, attached to the "Wildcats" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131, lands on the flight deck onboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), Dec. 17, 2023. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas Rodriguez)

An F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet, attached to the "Gunslingers" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 105, lands on the flight deck onboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), Dec. 17, 2023. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicholas Rodriguez)

An F-35A Lightning II from the 187th Fighter Wing showcases heritage tail flash at Dannelly Field, Ala., January 12, 2024. The blackboard of the F-35 was painted to honor the Tuskegee Airmen, Red Tails and their new-build aircraft deliveries from Lockheed Martin’s assembly line will begin later in 2024.
(Photo by 1st Lt. Michael Luangkhot)

A Royal Air Force FGR-4 Typhoon takes off at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 11, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. This Red Flag will provide more complex realistic scenarios concentrated on warfighting in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

A Royal Air Force FGR-4 Typhoon taxis after a familiarization flight, Jan. 11, 2024 for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. This Red Flag provides complex realistic scenarios concentrated on warfighting in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

A Royal Air Force FGR-4 Typhoon returns from a familiarization flight, Jan. 11, 2024 for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 as a B-52 Stratofortress lands. Red Flag increases interoperability across the joint force as Airmen, Guardians, Soldiers, Marines and Sailors train together against high-end, realistic scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

A Royal Australian Air Force F-35A lands at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 11, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. This Red Flag will have approximately 30 units and close to 2,000 participants from U.S. and Allied forces. Red Flag exercises to provide aircrews the experience of multiple, intensive air combat sorties in the safety of a training environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler assigned to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, takes off for a familiarization flight for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 11, 2024. Red Flag increases interoperability between partner nations and across the joint force as Airmen and Guardians train together against high-end, realistic scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B assigned to Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, takes off at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 11, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. Red Flag provides realistic training to our Airmen and Guardians that imitates the pacing threat’s investment in hypersonics, artificial intelligence and counter space capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base takes off at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 11, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. Red Flag trains Airmen and Guardians on strategy, force design and adversary warfighting to build a force that will reduce Air Force vulnerabilities, capitalize on strengths, and exploit our adversaries’ weaknesses. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base (AFB), returns from a training mission to Nellis AFB, Nevada, Jan. 11, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. Red Flag is an opportunity to enhance the readiness and training necessary to respond as a joint force to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

MCLEAN, Va. – Jan. 18, 2024 – Northrop Grumman Corporation’s (NYSE: NOC) Distributed Mission Operations Network (DMON) enabled the Combat Air Force (CAF) Distributed Training Center (DTC) at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia to successfully execute a large-force, virtual training event. DMON Argonne 23 provided training against peer adversaries in a complex, multi-domain threat scenario using networked aircraft simulators.

DMON delivers secure connectivity and network interoperability between unique simulator platforms across the globe, allowing aircrews to train together in a high-fidelity virtual environment.

“During this exercise, DMON connected fourth- and fifth-generation fighters from different bases to train as they would in live combat operations, allowing aircrews to prepare for the realistic tactical problems they may face,” said Rebecca Torzone, vice president and general manager, combat systems and mission readiness, Northrop Grumman. “DMON Argonne 23 successfully demonstrated how our immersive environments deliver on our commitment to prime warfighters for future Joint All-Domain Command and Control operations.”

For the first time, DMON Argonne 23 successfully connected multiple F-22 and F-35 aircraft in a distributed virtual training environment. Additionally, the Northrop Grumman-staffed CAF DTC developed a robust virtual battlespace environment, mission planning and execution materials, and supported the scheduling, briefing, execution and debriefing. Operators could make changes in real time and adapt scenarios to mission training requirements.

Over the course of four days, the event hosted 44 sites, 97 cockpits and trained 196 personnel operating F-22, F-35, F-16, A-10, MQ-9, E-3G, RC-135, CRC, JTAC and the Navy’s EA-18G platform simulators.

DMON is a proven, interoperable training network that connects legacy and emerging systems, and could serve as a foundational platform to support future requirements and capabilities such as the Joint Simulation Environment. Through “digital twins” of the battlespace, DMON can create a realistic, scalable environment for mission rehearsals and training. Additionally, these virtual replicas combined with the ability to network a diverse set of nodes saves resources because there is no need to deploy people and equipment.

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world, and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our employees define possible every day.

HYDERABAD, Jan. 18, 2024 – Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Akasa Air announced today the Indian carrier has placed a follow-on 737 MAX order, confirming 150 more fuel-efficient jets in its order book. The purchase of 737-10 airplanes and additional 737-8-200 jets by India’s all-737 operator was revealed at the Wings India 2024 airshow.

Akasa Air will leverage the 737 MAX family to expand its domestic and international network in the coming years. Since launching operations in 2022, the airline has captured approximately 4% of India’s domestic market, serving 18 destinations with a fleet of 22 737 MAX jets.

“We are excited to announce this historic order for 150 new Boeing airplanes, increasing our total orders from Boeing to 226 jets. In addition to supporting our rapid domestic expansion, the efficiency and economics of these new airplanes position Akasa to launch international routes in the coming months,” said Vinay Dube, Akasa Air founder and CEO. “The lower carbon emissions of the 737 MAX family allow us to remain focused on sustainable operations, while also providing our environmentally conscious passengers with a more comfortable way to fly. Sustainability is at the core of our business, and we strive for more opportunities to reduce our impact to the environment.”

Both 737 MAX variants will provide Akasa Air with added capacity and range on new and existing routes, while reducing fuel use and carbon emissions by 20% compared to older-generation airplanes.

“This milestone demonstrates the strength of our partnership with Akasa Air and is a testament to the capabilities of the 737 MAX family to further the airline’s operational priorities,” said Stephanie Pope, Boeing Chief Operating Officer. “The efficiency and versatility of the 737-10 and 737-8-200 will support Akasa Air’s expansion to meet soaring demand for air travel in the region for many years to come.”

As Akasa Air looks to expand its network in India and South Asia, Boeing’s 2023 Commercial Market outlook forecasts delivery of 2,705 new commercial airplanes over the next 20 years for the region, of which nearly 90% will be single-aisle jets.

This order finalized in December 2023 and was unidentified on the Boeing Orders & Deliveries website. Previous Akasa Air orders can be found on Boeing.com:

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), prepare ammunition at a forward arming and refueling point during Realistic Urban Training (RUT) on Fort Barfoot, Virginia, Jan. 20, 2024. RUT provides the 24th MEU the opportunity to operate in unfamiliar environments, integrate the units of the Marine Air Ground Task Force, and train towards being designated as special operations capable. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen)

A U.S. Air National Guard KC-46A Pegasus assigned to the 157th Air Refueling Wing, Pease ANG Base, New Hampshire, rests on the flight line at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Jan. 19, 2023.With greater refueling, cargo and aeromedical evacuation capabilities compared to the KC-135 Stratotanker, the KC-46A will provide next generation aerial refueling support to Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and partner-nation receivers. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)


The 165th Airlift Wing (AW), Georgia Air National Guard's first C-130J Super Hercules, tail number 5975, is staged in front of a Lockheed Martin hangar in Marietta, Ga. Jan. 22, 2024 for a delivery ceremony display. The 165 AW received the first of its eight C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlift aircraft during a ceremony commemorating a new era in Hercules operations for the wing. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Caila Arahood)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2024) F/A-18 Super Hornets rest on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) as it transits the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 20, 2024. Theodore Roosevelt, flagship of Carrier Strike Group Nine, is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. An integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides the realistic, relevant training necessary to execute the U.S. Navy’s role across the full spectrum of military operations – from combat operations to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. U.S. 3rd Fleet works together with our allies and partners to advance freedom of navigation, the rule of law, and other principles that underpin security for the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chris Williamson)

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 148th Fighter Wing, Minnesota Air National Guard, takes off during Weapons Systems Evaluation Program-East 24.04 at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Jan. 16, 2024. WSEPs are formal, two-week evaluation exercises designed to test a squadron’s capabilities to conduct live-fire weapons systems during air-to-air combat training missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Zeeshan Naeem)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Mauro Munoz assigned to Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, conducts preflight checks on an F-35B during Red Flag-24-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 17, 2024. This Red Flag will have approximately 30 units and close to 2,000 participants from U.S. and Allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

An F-22 Raptor assigned to the 3rd Wing, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, taxis before taking off during a Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 17, 2024. These exercises build partnerships and interoperability among our allies and across multiple domains. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

A Royal Australian Air Force F-35A taxis out for a Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 17, 2024. This Red Flag will have approximately 30 units and close to 2,000 participants from U.S. and Allied forces. To date, more than 30 allies and coalition countries have participated in Red Flag-Nellis exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, South Carolina, taxis prior to take off for a for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 17. This Red Flag provides complex realistic scenarios concentrated on warfighting in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

Royal Air Force FGR-4 Typhoons take off at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 16, 2024 in preparation for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1. This Red Flag will provide more complex realistic scenarios concentrated on warfighting in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photos by William R. Lewis)


An F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing, Shaw Air Force Base (AFB), takes off for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 16, 2024. Red Flag is an opportunity to enhance the readiness and training necessary to respond as a joint force to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

An F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to Aviano Air Base, Italy, takes off for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 16, 2024. Red Flag is an opportunity to enhance the readiness and training necessary to respond as a joint force to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

An E-3 Sentry assigned to the 552nd Air Control Wing, Tinker Air Force Base (AFB), Oklahoma, takes off for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 mission at Nellis AFB, Nevada, Jan. 16, 2024. This Red Flag will provide more complex realistic scenarios concentrated on warfighting in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

A B-2 Spirit taxis out for Red Flag-Nellis 24-1 mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 16, 2024. Red Flag exercises provide aircrews the experience of multiple, intensive air combat sorties in the safety of a training environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA, Italy (Jan. 17, 2024) A P-8A Poseidon assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 46 takes off from the runway at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, Italy, Jan. 17, 2024. VP-46 is currently deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation in support of naval operations to maintain maritime security and stability, deter aggression and defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacquelin Frost.)

Saab and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Defence have signed a contract and Saab has received an order regarding in-service support for the GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) solution. The order value is approximately USD 190 million with a three-year contract period that runs until 2026.

The contract includes maintenance and logistics support, as well as training services.

“This agreement solidifies Saab’s role in ensuring that GlobalEye remains mission-ready. We look forward to further strengthening our partnership with the UAE Air Force and Air Defence and providing long-term local support,” says Carl-Johan Bergholm, head of Saab’s business area Surveillance.

GlobalEye is an advanced multi-domain AEW&C solution with an array of active and passive sensors that provide long-range detection and identification of objects in the air, at sea and over land.
By providing real-time information to units in air forces, armies and navies, GlobalEye enables enhanced situational awareness of the surrounding areas and early detection of threats.

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 9th Airlift Squadron and Lockheed Martin crew members load a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite onto a C-5M Super Galaxy at Buckley Space Force Base, Colorado, Jan. 22, 2024. GOES-U will be able to monitor severe weather, identify volcanic eruptions, measure land and sea surface temperatures, provide early alerts to emergency responders during wildfires and observe solar flares that could impact telecommunication on and around Earth. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Marco A. Gomez)


U.S. Airmen from the 9th Air Refueling Squadron inspect a KC-10 Extender at Travis Air Force Base, California, Jan. 11, 2024, prior to flying it to the 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group (AMARG), known as “The Boneyard,” at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. This aircraft, with tail number 79-1946, was designated as the 9th ARS’s flagship because of its history with the squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Traci Keller)

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 309th Fighter Squadron, Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, flies over Barry M. Goldwater Range, Arizona, Jan. 19, 2024. The Barry M. Goldwater range, south of Phoenix, Arizona, is host to a number of air-to-ground bombing ranges which are utilized for training. Luke AFB is home to the 56th Fighter Wing which is the largest fighter wing in the world and the U.S. Air Force’s primary active-duty fighter pilot training wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Noah D. Coger)

Two F-35 Lightning II assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing fly over Barry M. Goldwater Range, Arizona, Jan. 19, 2024. The Barry M. Goldwater range, south of Phoenix, Arizona, is host to a number of air-to-ground bombing ranges which are utilized for training by various DOD branches. The F-35 is the U.S. Air Force’s latest fifth-generation fighter and provides next-generation stealth with enhanced situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Elias Carrero)

U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrew Marshall, an F-15C pilot with the 550th Fighter Squadron, taxis his F-15C aircraft across a rainswept tarmac on a chilly January morning before taking off to nearby range space for upgrade training, Jan. 18, 2024 at Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, Oregon. He and one other pilot are the last two who will receive the F-15C Instructor Pilot rating as the Air Force transitions away from the venerable airframe to the F-35. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Jefferson Thompson)

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Saab has received an award from Boeing to produce T-7A aft fuselage systems. The order value for Saab is USD 101.7 million (approximately SEK 1 billion) and the order was booked in the fourth quarter 2023.

The T-7A aft fuselage systems will be produced at Saab’s advanced manufacturing facility in West Lafayette, Indiana.

“What we are building is the most modern and forward-looking advanced pilot training system on the market and I am confident that this is a programme that will deliver aircraft for many years to come. This order ensures the ramp-up of serial production to meet both current and future customers' increased needs,” says Lars Tossman, head of Saab's Aeronautics business area.

The order from Boeing comes after the first two T-7A Red Hawks successfully arrived at U.S. Air Force bases for developmental flight tests. The first T-7A went to Edwards Air Force Base and the second went to Eglin Air Force Base.

The number of SUBARU BELL 412EPX helicopters in Japan is set to increase after both Nara Prefecture and Miyazaki Prefecture signed purchase agreements for two SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopters with Subaru Corporation.

The two prefectures currently utilize the BELL 412EP. The transition to the SUBARU BELL 412EPX was a beneficial next step, considering the commonalities they share. With its extended hover ceiling, increased load capacity, robust main rotor gearbox and dry run capability, the SUBARU BELL 412EPX delivers better operational performance and efficiency while maintaining its long-standing reputation of reliability for utility operations.

Scheduled for delivery in 2025, the aircraft will be configured for firefighting, rescue, emergency, and medical operations.

By 2026, Japan’s SUBARU BELL 412EPX fleet in the commercial space will expand to nine aircraft. These purchase agreements are a testament of Subaru Corporation and Bell’s commitment to ensuring every helicopter flight and every piece of MRO work in the Japanese archipelago is effective and reliable.

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Fighter Squadron takes off at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Jan. 23, 2024. Integration flying training is key to ensuring NATO objectives to enhance interoperability and increase our readiness and capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)

Airmen assigned to the 509th Maintenance Group perform maintenance on a B-2 Spirit during Red Flag 24-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Jan. 23, 2024. Red Flag provides unique training opportunities with an emphasis on Airman and Guardians’ readiness for high-end war-fighting and strategic competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Lindsey Weichel)

USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) conducts flight operations in response to increased Iranian-backed Houthi malign behavior in the Red Sea, Jan. 22, 2024. (U.S. Central Command Public Affairs courtesy photo)

T-45C Goshawks, attached to Training Air Wing (TW) 1, land on Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) in the Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 22, 2024. USS George Washington is underway in support of carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John T. Jarrett)


A T-45C Goshawk, attached to Training Air Wing (TW) 2, lands on Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) in the Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 22, 2024. USS George Washington is underway in support of carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John T. Jarrett)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 21, 2024) An F-35C Lightning II, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sonny Escalante)

The 412th Test Wing unveiled two F-16s assigned to the 416th Flight Test Squadron adorned with special tail flashes to celebrate the Fighting Falcon's 50 years of service.
(Photos by Sgt. Nicolas Cholula)


Marignane - The French Armament General Directorate (DGA) ordered 42 new H145 helicopters at the end of 2023, on behalf of the Ministry of Interior, with deliveries set to start in 2024. Of these 42 helicopters, 36 are destined for the French rescue and emergency response agency, Sécurité Civile, while the French law enforcement agency, Gendarmerie Nationale, will use six. The contract includes an option for a further 22 H145s for the Gendarmerie Nationale and a range of support and service solutions from training to spare parts, as well as a complete initial support package for the aircraft.

“We have a long standing relationship with the Gendarmerie Nationale and the Sécurité Civile and I am very proud that we will add another chapter to our shared story,” said Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters. “The H145 has already proven its worth with the Sécurité Civile conducting many rescue missions in the difficult mountainous environment of the French Alps”, he added. “The H145 is operated by many law enforcement agencies across the world. The Gendarmerie will benefit from a state-of-the-art helicopter equipped with the latest mission systems,” he explained.

The Sécurité Civile currently operates four five-bladed H145s, ordered in 2020 and 2021. The 36 H145s will progressively replace the 33 EC145s currently in operation for rescue and air medical transport services, throughout France.

The six H145s will initiate the renewal of the Gendarmerie’s fleet, composed of Ecureuils, EC135s and EC145s. They will be equipped with an electro-optical system and a mission computer to perform the most demanding law enforcement missions.

Certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency in June 2020, this new version of Airbus’ best-selling H145 light twin-engine helicopter brings a new, innovative five-bladed rotor to the multi-mission helicopter, increasing the useful load by 150 kg while delivering new levels of comfort, simplicity, and connectivity. Powered by two Safran Arriel 2E engines, the H145 is equipped with full authority digital engine control (FADEC) and the Helionix digital avionics suite. It includes a high performance 4-axis autopilot, increasing safety and reducing pilot workload. Its particularly low acoustic footprint makes the H145 the quietest helicopter in its class. Today, Airbus has more than 1,675 H145 family helicopters in service around the world, logging a total of more than 7.6 million flight hours.

A U.S. Army AH-64E Apache helicopter assigned to 82nd Aviation Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division of Fort Liberty, North Carolina, flies over the Bombing Target 11 range on Piney Island, North Carolina, during a forward arming and rearming point exercise, Jan. 22, 2024. Soldiers used Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point’s authentic training environment to refine tactical proficiency and adaptability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Braswell)

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Air Test and Evaluation Squadron TWO ONE,Completes V-22 Osprey Sea Trials Aboard the HMS Prince of Wales .
(Photos by Lt. Ben Putbrese)




PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 23, 2024) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151, performs a touch-and-go landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sonny Escalante)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 22, 2024) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14, prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sonny Escalante)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 21, 2024) An F-35C Lightning II, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, taxis across the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sonny Escalante)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 22, 2024) Cmdr. Kevin Sartain, right, from Kershaw, S.C., and Lt. j.g. Jack Gibbons, from Manhattan Beach, Calif., stand by in an F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41, on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sonny Escalante)

An F-16 Fighting Falcon takes off at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan.19, 2024. The 35th Fighter Squadron participated in an out-and-back, working with the 18th Wing at Kadena Air Base to hone agile combat employment principles. The ACE out-and-back was designed to test the 35th Fighter Squadron and Fighter Generation Squadron airmen on ther ability to retrieve, refuel and launch aircraft in an unfamiliar location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jovan Banks)

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Squadron takes off for agile combat employment mission at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan.19, 2024. The 35th FS and 35th Fighter Generation Squadron members participated in an out-and-back mission with Kadena Air Base to practice ACE principles. The 8th Fighter Wing routinely trains ACE concepts, aligning with Pacific Air Forces’ warfighting priorities and keeping pace with evolving threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

F-35A Lightning II's take off after being hot-pit refueled for the first time ever at Scott, on the flightline at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Jan. 18, 2024. The integration of the F-35A into the refueling operations at Scott AFB reflects the base's role as a critical hub for air mobility and combat support. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class De’Quan Simmons)


Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, January 25, 2024 – Azorra is celebrating delivery of the first two Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to Royal Jordanian Airlines. A ceremony at Embraer’s facility in São José dos Campos on Monday was followed today by an arrival celebration in Amman, Jordan, hosted by Royal Jordanian Airlines.

The full agreement, announced in May 2023, is for eight aircraft in total – six aircraft from Azorra’s existing backlog with Embraer, plus two further E195-E2 firm orders from the airline directly with Embraer.

John Evans, CEO and founder of Azorra, says: “Our team’s longstanding partnership with Royal Jordanian began more than a decade ago. From that Embraer E175, to these next generation E2 aircraft today, we’re proud to continue our support of Royal Jordanian, and the airline’s fleet modernization and expansion goals. We’re confident Royal Jordanian will soon see the environmental and economic advantages of operating these new E2 aircraft, while offering superior levels of passenger comfort.”

Samer Majali, Vice Chairman/CEO of Royal Jordanian Airlines, says: “We’re looking forward to becoming the first E2 operator in the Middle East, supported by our trusted partners at Azorra. The E2 family of aircraft will support our strategic aims, complementing our larger narrow body aircraft by matching capacity to demand, reducing operating costs and carbon emissions, while delivering a significant upgrade to passenger experience and comfort; underlining our status as the preferred airline in the region.”

Arjan Meijer, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation, says: “Royal Jordanian’s selection of the E2 to modernize their fleet is a testament to the aircraft’s advanced capabilities, to our successful history, and to our strong relationships with both Azorra and RJ. The E2 family of advanced-generation E-Jets offer the quietest, lowest polluting, and most fuel-efficient aircraft in the under 150-seat market. RJ can simultaneously realize both its growth, profitability and sustainability ambitions with the E2 small narrow body fleet complementing RJ’s larger narrow body aircraft. We are proud to continue our long associations with Royal Jordanian and Azorra.”

About Azorra
Azorra is a relationship-driven aircraft lessor that provides leasing, financing, fleet transition and asset management solutions to aircraft investors, financiers and airline operators worldwide. Azorra’s multi-cultural team reflects the global markets that we serve and includes core competencies in aviation law, aircraft finance, maintenance, marketing, sales and leasing. Our team is led by seasoned veterans having a shared history of success and is complemented with young professionals that bring fresh perspective, ideas and enthusiasm. Azorra currently owns and manages a fleet of 100 aircraft on lease to 30 operators in 23 countries on 5 continents around the world, with total commitments of more than 160 aircraft including orders for new Airbus A220-100/300 aircraft and Embraer E190/195-E2 aircraft. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and has offices in Dublin, Toulouse and Seattle.

For additional information, please visit us at www.azorra.com or on LinkedIn.

About Royal Jordanian Airlines
Royal Jordanian Airlines, established in 1963, is the national flag carrier of Jordan. Headquartered in Amman, the airline has played a pivotal role in connecting Jordan to the world and facilitating international travel. With a mixed fleet comprising 28 aircraft, Royal Jordanian serves a diverse range of destinations across the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and North America. As a member of the Oneworld alliance, Royal Jordanian benefits from a global network of airlines, offering passengers a seamless travel experience with extensive connectivity aiming to expand its route network to 60 destinations.

Royal Jordanian has continually invested in upgrading its fleet and plans to increase it to 40 aircraft, embracing the latest aviation technologies to enhance operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. In terms of in-flight services, Royal Jordanian provides a blend of traditional Jordanian hospitality and modern amenities, while also enjoying entertainment options during their journey.

As a key player in the region, Royal Jordanian has contributed to the economic development of Jordan by fostering tourism and facilitating trade. The airline's role extends beyond transportation, actively participating in initiatives that promote cultural exchange and international cooperation.

More info can be viewed at www.rj.com/

About Embraer

Embraer is a global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil. It manufactures aircraft for Commercial and Executive aviation, Defense & Security, and Agricultural customers. The company also provides after-sales services & support through a worldwide network of wholly owned entities and authorized agents.

Since it was founded in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than 8,000 aircraft. On average, about every 10 seconds an aircraft manufactured by Embraer takes off somewhere in the world, transporting over 145 million passengers a year.

Embraer is the leading manufacturer of commercial jets up to 150 seats and is the main exporter of high value-added goods in Brazil. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service and parts distribution centers across the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Embraer’s APAC headquarters is located in Singapore and its China headquarters is in Beijing.

SAN DIEGO – 25 January 2024 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) conducted the first flight of the Gray Eagle 25M (GE-25M) Unmanned Aircraft System at its El Mirage, Calif. flight facility on Dec. 5, 2023. The first flight marks a significant milestone in the Gray Eagle modernization program as the U.S. Army continues to develop the Multi-Domain Operations (MDO)-capable GE-25Ms for U.S. Army active duty and National Guard units. The flight follows the award of an undefinitized contract on Dec. 1, 2023, not to exceed $389 million for the Gray Eagle 25M Production Representative Test Aircraft. The GE-25M is expected to be in service for the Army into the 2050’s.

The first flight of Gray Eagle 25M focused on flight critical operations, including the testing of the improved flight computer boasting 5X more processing capacity and 80X more data storage (with 10X more RAM) for increased computing power that enables processing at the edge, as well as meeting the demand for increased automation and autonomy. The flight tested the aircraft’s new HFE 2.0 engine and power generation systems. Designed in cooperation with Project Manager Endurance Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (PM EUAS), the new engine, gearbox, and generator design decreases major maintenance actions and virtually eliminates the need for overhaul.

“In an MDO environment, Soldiers need the aircraft to operate with increased reliability along with reduced manning and equipment, which is why GE-25M significantly reduces the maintenance required on the aircraft,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander.

GE-25M’s more powerful generators combined with advanced avionics enable the aircraft to function as a Multi-Domain Operations ‘truck’ with the ability to utilize a variety of advanced multi-intelligence sensors, launched effects, and electronic warfare pods.

GA-ASI is teamed with PM EUAS to deliver a government-owned, government-controlled open architecture that will enable plug and play capabilities, ensuring the platform can adapt to changing threats in the future. GE-25M incorporates open architecture aircraft and ground systems, advanced datalinks, and an upgraded propulsion system, significantly enhancing the ability to add new capabilities, provide resilience to electronic threats, and deliver expeditionary employment to austere locations.

About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable RPA systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. With more than eight million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness. The company also produces a variety of sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas.

For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com

A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 37th Bomb Squadron taxis on the flightline at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, Jan. 25, 2024. The flights are the first missions since the base’s airfield was closed Jan. 4 following the bomber crash where all four aircrew safely ejected. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Jake Jacobsen)


A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 510th Fighter Generation Squadron taxis on the runway during Red Flag 24-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan 23, 2024. Red Flag Nellis provided unique training with an emphasis on Airmen readiness for high-end warfighting and strategic competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Heather Ley)

A C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft takes off from Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, Jan. 25, 2024. The C-5 is the largest aircraft in the Air Force's inventory. (U.S. Air Force Photo by SrA John Rossi)

A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), takes off to conduct a simulated raid during Realistic Urban Training (RUT) on Blackstone Army Airfield, Fort Barfoot, Virginia, Jan. 25, 2024. RUT provides the 24th MEU the opportunity to operate in unfamiliar environments, integrate the units of the Marine Air Ground Task Force, and train towards being designated as special operations capable. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Sammet)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2024) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14, performs a touch-and-go landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eduardo A. Torres)