Content Archive: July 2016

Avionics

Rogerson Kratos Shows Off New UH-60 Cockpit

Intended for older, legacy Black Hawks, the all-digital suite will begin certification testing this fall.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

GKN, Spirit Ink Long-Term Window Deal

The manufacturer which has more than 2 million passenger cabin windows in service will supply Spirit AeroSystems for the next 10 years.
Aircraft

Spirit AeroSystems is ‘rate-ready’ from Boeing, Airbus

When Boeing ramps up production of the 737 narrowbody airliner in Renton, Washington, there are repercussions in Wichita, Kansas.
Avionics

Esterline CMC Inks New Trainer Contracts.

The Avionics specialist will provide new cockpits for the Pilatus PC-21 and upgrades for the BAE Hawk.
Aircraft

ATR Confident of Continued Market Dominance

Franco-Italian manufacturer continues to roll out product improvements but is confident it can maintain its success.
Aircraft

Brexit Concerns Cast a Shadow Over UK Showcase

The continuing lack of certainty over the terms under which Britain will leave the European Union could damage the UK aerospace sector.
Aircraft

UK Set to Order Poseidon and Apache As F-35 Stars in Show

Despite the gloomy talk after the “Brexit” decision to leave the EU, the UK is pushing ahead with defense procurement plans.
Aircraft

Boeing Max Number 4 Graces Farnborough Static Line

Boeing is preparing the 737 Max production line for a ramp-up in speed as flight testing continues towards certification.
Aircraft

Boeing Set to Announce New Business at Farnborough Show

A mix of airlines and leasing companies are set to sign new contracts with Boeing this week.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Textron and Thales Unleash UAV-delivered Fury

The 13-pound Fury munition has been designed for UAVs like Textron’s Shadow.