On February 3, 2026, Collins Aerospace confirmed that both airlines had extended FlightSense contracts, a full lifecycle maintenance support program.

Singapore Airlines signed to cover its Boeing 777 fleet for five additional years. The 777 fleet consists of 27 aircraft, including five Boeing 777F aircraft that have been added to the program.

Singapore Airlines first adopted FlightSense in 2008 with Collins contracted to deliver maintenance support solutions for the airline’s Boeing 777 operations.

“Collins Aerospace has supported Singapore Airlines over the long term, demonstrating a consistent focus on trust, innovation, and reliability,” said Ryan Hudson, Vice President of Aftermarket for Collins Aerospace’s Power and Controls unit. “This ongoing commitment highlights Collins Aerospace’s dedication to delivering tailored service solutions that enhance operational efficiency and performance while evolving to meet the changing needs of the industry.”

According to Collins, FlightSense is tailored to support airlines’ “specific operational requirements, enabling improved operational performance”.

The FlightSense program also integrates Collins’ Ascentia platform for “advanced prognostics and health management software to provide customizable levels of support”.

All Nippon Airways renews FlightSense and MRO contracts

On February 3, 2026, All Nippon Airways also signed two separate FlightSense renewal agreements with Collins Aerospace.

The first is a five-year renewal for on-site support for the airline’s Boeing fleet of 737NG/MAX, 767, 777, 787 aircraft as well as its De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400s.

The cost-per-flight hour agreement has been in place since 2001 and provides “guaranteed component availability, reduced downtime and cost predictability through a fixed-rate service model”.

Under the agreement, Collins will deliver “predictive, reliability-based maintenance support to ensure optimal performance of environmental, electrical, and engine control systems”.

“ANA is delighted to reaffirm our long-standing strategic relationship with Collins Aerospace,” said Yukifumi Ueda, Vice President and General Manager, Engine, Component and Supply Chain at All Nippon Airways. “Since 2001, this collaboration has been a cornerstone of the maintenance excellence at ANA Component Technics, an ANA group facility in Nagasaki. This renewal further strengthens our operational resilience, allowing us to ensure the highest standards of safety and reliability for our customers.”

Additionally, ANA has signed a three-year extension to the repair agreement that has existed with Collins since 2017 for MRO repair services on accessories for its Rolls-Royce Trent 1000-powered Boeing 787 Dreamliners.

Accessories include engine electronic controllers, hydromechanical units, fuel pump systems and variable stator vane actuators.

“We believe the signing of this highly significant agreement marks an exciting new chapter for ANA and Collins,” added Iwao Takeshita, Vice President, Global Supplier Relations and Planning, All Nippon Airways.

According to reports on February 3, 2026, COMAC signed a letter of intent (LOI) with Shanxi Victory General Aviation for three C909s, with an option to purchase three more.

According to Aviacionline, the C909 firefighter can carry 10 metric tons of water or retardant and can accommodate 19 people onboard.

The C909 received certification approval from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) in December 2025.

The C909 can be adapted for a variety of missions including medical rescue, freighter services and also operate as an emergency rescue command aircraft.

COMAC said on Tuesday that it participated in the Singapore Airshow 2026 held at the Changi Exhibition Centre, showcasing the C909 and C919 aircraft and further deepening exchanges and cooperation with partners. During the airshow, the C919 aircraft, the C909 medical aircraft,… pic.twitter.com/pZERIF4I7V

— Global Times (@globaltimesnews) February 3, 2026

COMAC is showcasing a C909 and C919 at Singapore Airshow with the C909 configured as a medical aircraft with ophthalmic diagnostic and surgical facilities. Indonesian airline TransNusa is also displaying one of its C909s.

The C909 aircraft traditionally has a layout of 78 to 97 seats and a range of 2,225 to 3,700 kilometers. More than 170 C909 aircraft have been delivered to domestic and foreign customers.

Pilots working for the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have recently been conducting test flights of the larger C919 commercial airliner in Shanghai.

The flights form part of COMAC’s bid to have the C919 certified by Western regulators and open new business avenues in foreign markets.

The aircraft will now move on to production flights before integrating specific systems to fulfill ROKAF requirements.

In the statement issued on February 3, 2026, Embraer said that this achievement represents a significant step following  South Korea’s selection of  the C-390 for its Large Transport Aircraft (LTA-II) program, becoming the manufacturer’s first Millennium customer in Asia.

“The progress of Republic of Korea’s first C-390 Millennium demonstrates both the efficiency and maturity of our production line and the strength of our partnership with DAPA, ROKAF and our Korean suppliers,” said Bosco da Costa Junior, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security. 

C-390 Millennium capabilities

The C-390 Millennium is a modern military transport aircraft with a payload capacity of 26 tons, a cruising speed of 470 knots, and a longer range compared to other medium-sized aircraft.

It can perform a wide range of missions including cargo and troop transport, equipment and personnel airdrop, medical evacuation, search and rescue, firefighting, and humanitarian operations. It can also operate from temporary or unpaved runways. 

The aircraft configured with quick-installation air-to-air refuelling equipment under the designation KC-390 can operate both as a tanker and as a receiver. The Millennium is fully interoperable within the NATO environment and especially suitable for Agile Combat Employment (ACE) operations.

“This aircraft represents advanced multi-mission capabilities and reliability backed by engineering excellence for ROKAF,” Bosco da Costa Junior added. “Additionally, industrial cooperation with Korea is advancing very well and strengthening our global supply chain as we scale up our C-390 production to support global customers.”

So far, the C-390 Millennium has already been selected by air forces in Brazil, Portugal, Hungary, South Korea, the Netherlands, Austria, the Czech Republic, Sweden, Uzbekistan, Slovakia, and Lithuania.

The order was disclosed on the first day of the Singapore Airshow 2026, and confirmed by Malaysia’s Sarawak Ministry of Transport (MOTS) in a statement released on February 3, 2026.

“The ATR platform has consistently proven to be the most suitable aircraft for our operating environment, and upgrading to the latest –600 series ensures we can continue providing essential connectivity while preparing AirBorneo for long-term growth,” said Megat Ardian, CEO of AirBorneo.

According to ATR, this marks a significant milestone in AirBorneo’s transformation into Sarawak’s state-owned airline, taking over the Rural Air Services (RAS) network that connects remote communities in East Malaysia, especially in Sarawak, Sabah, and Labuan.

The manufacturer added that this order aligns with AirBorneo’s long-term fleet renewal plan following the Sarawak government’s acquisition of MASwings and its rebranding to AirBorneo. Currently, AirBorneo operates eight ATR 72-500 aircraft that were inherited from MASwings.

“AirBorneo’s decision to invest in both the ATR 72-600 and ATR 42-600 reflects the strength and versatility of the ATR family and its suitability for demanding regional operations,” said ATR CEO Nathalie Tarnaud Laude.

ATR mentioned that the aircraft has advanced avionics, modern navigation systems, and enhanced cabin comfort.

The aircraft are also designed to support medical stretcher operations and are optimized for dependable performance across various regional and rural routes in Borneo.

“The ATR 42-600, with its exceptional efficiency and low operating costs, is ideally suited for serving lower-density regional routes, while the ATR 72-600 provides additional capacity where it is needed,” Laude added.

The agreement also includes four purchase options, allowing for future growth opportunities beyond the RAS network, including possible regional expansion within the Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area.

According to Boeing, the Air Cambodia order for 10 737-8s, plus an option for 10 more, was previously unidentified on the US planemaker’s orders and deliveries website.

“The 737-8 gives Air Cambodia the ideal combination of range, capacity and fuel efficiency to support our next phase of growth,” said Dr. David Zhan, CEO of Air Cambodia. “This investment – Air Cambodia’s largest narrowbody purchase – will let us launch direct services to important markets across North and Southeast Asia, and offer competitively priced travel for passengers, while creating local jobs and training opportunities that strengthen our communities.”

To date, the new agreement marks Air Cambodia’s largest ever order for narrowbody aircraft. The carrier’s current fleet comprises of a handful of Airbus and ATR aircraft, according to ch-aviation.

“We are proud to welcome Air Cambodia as our newest 737 MAX customer and look forward to partnering with them to introduce the versatile and reliable 737-8 to the Kingdom of Cambodia,” said Brad McMullen, Boeing Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing. “We are committed to supporting the growth of aviation in Cambodia and throughout the region as Air Cambodia strengthens ties across Asia with these fuel-efficient airplanes.”

Air Cambodia currently operates on domestic and international routes to Vietnam, India, Thailand, China, Japan and Hong Kong. The 738-8 will support the airline’s growing regional network.

On February 2, 2026, the eve of the Singapore Airshow, CAAS, CFM and Airbus signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore advanced propulsion technologies.

The group will establish Singapore as the world’s first airport testing ground for operations of CFM’s Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines (RISE) technologies, with a focus on open fan engine architecture.

“The partnership will study the impact of Open Fan and other RISE programme technologies on airport operations to develop a comprehensive readiness framework that serves as the global blueprint for airframers, airports, and airlines worldwide,” said a spokesperson for the project.

The MOU was signed at the 3rd Changi Aviation Summit by David Dufrenois, CEO of Safran Singapore, on behalf of CFM and Head of Technology at Airbus, Rémi Maillard, along with Director-General of CAAS, Han Kok Juan.

Open fan engine development is seen as a leading technology in aviation’s drive to reduce carbon emissions. Open fan architecture removes the traditional engine casing, allowing for a larger fan size with less drag.

The RISE program is targeting more than 20% better fuel efficiency compared to commercial engines in service today.

“Open Fan engine architecture is being developed to reduce emissions, lower noise, and ensure compatibility with future hybrid-electric systems, positioning it as a cornerstone technology for efficient air travel from the next generation of commercial narrow-body aircraft,” said the group spokesperson.

Under the MOU, the parties will:

• Co-develop a comprehensive readiness framework to integrate Open Fan engines for the next generations of aircraft, into existing airport operations, including aircraft system and design considerations, infrastructure modifications if any, operational procedure changes, safety standards, and regulatory procedures. 
• Leverage Singapore’s aviation ecosystem to exchange technical and operational expertise across areas, including airport design, safety protocols, regulatory frameworks, and operational procedures to inform the readiness framework development. 
• Plan to conduct operational trials of the RISE program’s Open Fan engine demonstrators at Singapore Changi Airport or Seletar Airport to test and validate the readiness framework and assess operational feasibility of this new technology. 

“This first-of-its-kind agreement is a huge boon for the CFM RISE development program. These technologies are designed to deliver unprecedented improvements in fuel efficiency (and emissions) in a highly robust future product that can support demanding operations. Now, having the ability to perform a real-world demonstration ‒ from ground handling to maintenance actions, to airport operations ‒ will give airlines and, hopefully, the flying public, confidence in the safety, durability, and efficiency of Open Fan,” said Gaël Méheust, President and CEO of CFM International.