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Editor's Note 
 
Thirteen of the 30 oldest jets in the world carrying travellers on scheduled or charter routes are operating in Canada, according to figures from ch-aviation. All 13 are Boeing 737-200s between 42 and 52 years old.
- Jon Robinson, Editor, Wings
 
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First production Bombardier Global 8000 completes inaugural flight

Reaching another Bombardier milestone, the Global 8000 is scheduled for entry-into-service in the second half of 2025.


Porter Airlines celebrates first flight to Kelowna from Toronto Pearson

Porter landed in Kelowna with nonstop service from Toronto Pearson and daily roundtrip flights set to begin on June 23.


Justice Department says it may drop criminal prosecution of Boeing over Max crashes

U.S. Justice Department may drop criminal prosecution of Boeing for allegedly misleading regulators about the 737 Max jetliner before two crashes that killed 346 people.


Qatar confirms US$96 billion Boeing order

Boeing secured a pair of major orders in the Middle East during a visit to the region by Donald Trump.


Air Canada flight attendant union files for conciliation citing impasse

Union representing 10,000 flight attendants at Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge filed for conciliation.


Chartright, Bombardier, and YKF partner to support production of Global aircraft

Chartright partners with Bombardier and YKF to support final production and quality assurance for Global aircraft.


Maverick Aviation acquires Maxcraft Avionics

Combined group to become one of North America's most capable independent avionics and instrument providers.


Bell Textron celebrates 6,000th commercial aircraft built in Quebec

Bell Canada completed its 6,000th commercial aircraft in Mirabel.


 
 
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Canada and the F-35

Billie Flynn, a former Lockheed Martin senior test pilot and RCAF combat commander, writes a feature article for Wings on the best path forward for Canada and its F-35 program. » 
 
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Why Canada hosts more old passenger jets than any other country — by far

Their age can pose challenges for maintenance and fuel efficiency, while others question the safety of second-hand haulers, but operators say seasoned aircraft are ideally suited for commercial flights to remote destinations. » 
 
 
 
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Hundreds visit historic Brantford aircraft factory during Doors Open

More than 500 people visited the site of the former Cockshutt Moulded Aircraft factory. » 

Passenger jet had to abort takeoff to avoid runway collision at New York's LaGuardia Airport

A passenger jet roaring down the runway toward takeoff had to slam on the brakes earlier this month. » 

CAE stands to grow with global upswing in military spending, CEO says

Marc Parent said CAE stands to grow with a global upswing in military spending. » 

Qatar Airways reports earning a $2.15 billion profit in its last fiscal year

Qatar Airways earned highest-ever profit off the back of record passenger numbers. » 

Flights cancelled and delayed at Paris-Orly airport after traffic control systems break down

France’s civil aviation authority said on Monday flights still being cancelled and others delayed at Paris-Orly. » 

Japan grounds military training aircraft after crash leaves 2 crew members missing

Japan grounded most of its aging military training aircraft after one of the planes crashed. » 

Canada welcomes UN body's decision holding Russia responsible for MH17 tragedy

ICAO Council decision to hold Russia responsible for the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. » 

New $15-million airport terminal opens in Whale Cove

Flying out from and in to Whale Cove in Nunavut has just become a whole lot more enjoyable. » 

Spain will limit access to Madrid's airport for nontravellers

Airport authority to limit access to Madrid's airport to stop more homeless people from sleeping in terminals. » 

 
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