The US Air Force’s Tanker Fleet Is Facing Big Changes In 2027
The USAF needs to build up its tanker fleet significantly, but production issues mean that the fleet will have a different look than expected in 2027.
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18 ‘Swiss Army Knife’ Turboprop Aircraft Join The US Air Force Fleet
You wouldn’t expect the latest aircraft added to the U.S. Air Force’s fleet to be propeller planes, but that’s exactly what the Skyraider II is.
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The US Navy Only Built 3 Of These Attack Submarines – Here’s Why
One U.S. Navy fast attack sub was originally slated for a full run of 29 boats, but plans changed during after major geopolitical shifts of the late 1980s.
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USAF Will Fly B-52s Until 2050, But It’s Already Looking For What Comes Next
The Air Force is already looking for a replacement for the B-52 bomber, but in the meantime, it plans to fly the current model until at least 2050.
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USS Nimitz Was Cruising To Retirement Until The Navy Changed Its Route
The USS Nimitz appeared headed for retirement after decades of service, but a sudden change in plans has kept the historic aircraft carrier in the spotlight.
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DTC integrates 1,823 National taxis onto Bolt platform
DTC holds close to half of the city’s taxi market share and has grown significantly since its founding in 1994 The post DTC integrates 1,823 National taxis onto Bolt platform appeared first on Gulf Business.
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DAE Announces Long Term Lease of 13 Boeing 737-8 Aircraft to Royal Air Maroc
Dubai, U.A.E., 29 January 2026 – Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd today announced that it has reached an agreement with Royal Air Maroc for the lease of 13 new Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The aircraft are scheduled to deliver in 2027. This follows an earlier agreement to lease two Boeing 737-8 aircraft to Royal Air Maroc, which delivered in 2025. Commenting on the agreement Firoz Tarapore, Chief Executive Officer of DAE, said, “We would like to thank the team at Royal Air Maroc for choosing DAE to partner on this significant fleet expansion project. The Kingdom of Morocco is a fast-growing tourist and business hub in Africa, with ex
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Etihad Reports November 2025 Traffic Statistics
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways welcomed 2.1 million passengers in November 2025, achieving a 28% year-on-year increase, marking a new peak in the airline’s traffic for 2025. The airline maintained strong operational efficiency with passenger load factor 89% for the month. Through the first eleven months of 2025, Etihad has flown 20.2 million passengers, a 20% increase on the same period in 2024, while sustaining an 88% average passenger load factor across the period. During November, Etihad continued to expand its network with the launch of new services to Tunis, Hanoi, Chiang Mai, Hong Kong and Medina, supporting continued passenger g
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DAE Signs Long-Term Lease Agreements with AJet for 10 Boeing 737-8 Aircraft
Dubai, U.A.E., 3 December 2025 – Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd today announced that it has signed long-term lease agreements with AJet and Turkish Airlines for 10 new Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The aircraft are scheduled to deliver in 2026 and 2027. Commenting on the agreement, Firoz Tarapore, Chief Executive Officer of DAE, said, “We are delighted to be chosen by long-time customer Turkish Airlines to provide them a solution to AJet’s growing fleet requirements with these new technology, fuel efficient aircraft. Türkiye is a fast-growing market, with flight movements increasing 5.7% in the first half of 2025, according to Türkiye’
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flydubai signs an MoU for 75 Boeing 737 MAXs
The Dubai-based carrier signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a new aircraft order with Boeing The agreement is for 75 firm 737 MAX aircraft, valued at USD 13 billion, and options for 75 more aircraft Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 November 2025: The Dubai-based carrier, flydubai, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Boeing for 75 Boeing 737 MAXs. The announcement further supports the carrier in fulfilling Dubai’s vision for aviation growth in the years ahead. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of flydubai, signed the MoU agreement with Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Comm
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