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Editor's Note 
 
Discussing Bombardier’s first quarter results, CEO Éric Martel said a number of discussions stalled around March as everyone involved in transactions slowed down to reassess the situation, but that the near future holds promise for business jets.
- Jon Robinson, Editor, Wings
 
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CAE launches intelligence platform for airline operations as Flightscape

CAE rebranded its portfolio of airline operations solutions to Flightscape to provide real-time performance insights.


Thousands of machinists go on strike at jet engine maker Pratt & Whitney

About 3,000 labour union members went on strike early Monday at jet engine maker Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut.


United Airlines cuts 35 daily flights at Newark airport, citing shortage of air traffic controllers

Passengers with flights out of Newark Liberty International encountered long delays and cancellations Saturday due to an air traffic controller shortage.


Injured man rescued after plane lands in Lake Ontario near Toronto's east end

Toronto police say a man was rescued Friday afternoon after a plane landed in Lake Ontario near the Leslie Spit.


Small seaplane crashes in Richelieu river near Montreal with two aboard

Seaplane crashed into Richelieu River, leaving one of the two occupants stuck inside for an extended period.


Esterhazy receives CAP grant for airport upgrades

Saskatchewan town will see some work at local airport under Community Airport Partnership program.


Army pausing helicopter flights near Washington airport after close calls

U.S. Army is pausing flights near Ronald Reagan after two commercial planes had to abort landings last week.


 
 
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Bombardier buoyant despite trade hurdles, forecasts big demand for business jets

In the face of tariffs, trade uncertainty and a potential recession, Bombardier CEO Éric Martel is feeling upbeat, pointing to the business jet maker's "strong start to the year" and a bright outlook of higher revenue, profits and more plane deliveries. » 
 
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Boeing sells DAS unit for $10.5 billion

Boeing on April 22, 2025, announced the sale of its Digital Aviation Solutions business unit, which holds Jeppesen, ForeFlight, Aerdata and OZRunways, to a private equity investment firm called Thoma Bravo. » 
 
 
 
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Share of Americans ranking Canada as top U.S. ally doubles, despite Trump's rhetoric

New polling suggests percentage of Americans identifying Canada as most important ally has doubled. » 

Ontario to include expanded manufacturing tax credit in upcoming budget

Ontario Finance Minister offered a glimpse at his upcoming budget, announcing an expanded manufacturing tax credit. » 

Kashechewan calls for helicopters after airport access cut off by flooding

Kashechewan First Nation in Northern Ontario conducted helicopter evacuations after the only road to its airport was submerged. » 

Ex-California highway patrol officer accused of slapping flight attendant’s buttocks

Former California Highway Patrol captain indicted for slapping a male flight attendant during flight. » 

A missile from Yemen halts flights in Israel hours before vote on intensifying Gaza war

Missile launched by Iranian-backed rebels halted flights and commuter traffic at Israel's main airport. » 

Ukraine drone attacks briefly shut down Moscow's international airports

All four international airports around Moscow suspended flights Tuesday as forces intercepted over 100 drones. » 

Ontario, Prairies blocked Liberals from an election-night majority blowout

Abacus Data CEO said Liberals fell short in Ontario and failed to break through in the Prairies. » 

 
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