Articles by Marcel van Leeuwen

Military Aviation News May 12, 2026

Turkey Secures Future of National Defense with Landmark First Order for KAAN Stealth Fighter

AviationNews – The Turkish government has officially placed its first production order for the KAAN stealth fighter, marking a historic transition from prototype testing to…

General Aviation News May 12, 2026

FedEx Express MD-11 Fleet Returns to the Skies Following Comprehensive FAA Safety Clearance

AviationNews – FedEx Express has officially resumed flight operations with its MD-11 freighter fleet today after receiving formal authorization from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)….

Civilian aviation news, General Aviation News May 11, 2026

Airbus Pioneers Next-Gen Freight Technology with A350F Structural Testing

AviationNews – Airbus has commenced critical ground testing of the A350F‘s cargo systems in Bremen, Germany, marking a pivotal step in the development of the…

Space News May 11, 2026

Rocket Lab Secures Five-Launch Agreement for Neutron Rocket Ahead of Highly Anticipated 2026 Debut

AviationNews – Rocket Lab has officially confirmed a new multi-launch contract for its medium-lift Neutron rocket, securing five future missions for the vehicle as it…

Military Drone May 11, 2026

Germany and Ukraine Launch Joint Production of Long-Range Drones for Strategic Missions

AviationNews – The governments of Germany and Ukraine have entered into a strategic partnership to manufacture advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) systems capable of reaching…

Military Aviation News May 11, 2026

Germany and Ukraine Forge Strategic Defense Alliance for Localized Military Aviation Production

AviationNews – German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and Ukrainian officials have formalized a landmark defense partnership in Kyiv to establish “Brave Germany,” a dedicated initiative…

Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Lufthansa 100 years

Civilian aviation news May 11, 2026

Rising Fuel Costs and Middle East Tensions Threaten Stability of German Aviation Sector

AviationNews – German airlines and airports are facing a period of intense economic pressure as soaring jet fuel prices threaten to trigger widespread flight cancellations…

General Aviation News May 4, 2026

GA-ATS Reaches New Heights with Successful First Flight of Modernized Do228 NXT Multi-Role Aircraft

AviationNews – General Atomics AeroTec Systems (GA-ATS) successfully completed the maiden flight of its Do228 NXT demonstrator aircraft on May 2, 2026. This milestone marks…

Space News May 4, 2026

SpaceX Targets Mass Production Strategy to Build Rockets at Aircraft-Industry Speeds

AviationNews – SpaceX has announced a strategic shift to manufacture its Starship rockets at the same rapid pace as commercial aircraft. This industrial evolution aims…

Civilian aviation news May 4, 2026

Dubai International Airport Reports Sharp Decline in Travelers Amid Regional Conflict

AviationNews – Dubai International Airport, long considered the world’s most active global hub, experienced a dramatic 66 percent drop in passenger traffic this March. The…

Geopolitics, Military Aviation News May 4, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Questions Looming Delivery of US Tomahawk Missiles

AviationNews – German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed significant skepticism regarding the scheduled delivery of American Tomahawk cruise missiles, a deployment originally pledged by the…

Military Drone May 4, 2026

Dutch Firm Intelic Debuts Digital Drone Marketplace to Streamline European Military Procurement

AviationNews – Dutch defense software specialist Intelic has officially launched a specialized digital marketplace designed to allow European ministries of defense to purchase mission-ready drones…

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