Aircraft
News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.
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Morocco’s Aerospace Sector Gains Momentum
The economics of the manufacture of aircraft parts in Morocco remain compelling.
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Solvay Wins a Boeing Supplier of the Year Award
Winners of Boeing's supplier awards were selected from 13,000 suppliers in 48 countries.
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Super Hornet Demonstrates Multi-Vehicle Manned-unmanned Teaming Operations
Controlling unmanned adjuncts from manned fighters accounts for one of the main areas of airpower development.
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Embraer, Raizen Partner on SAF at Farnborough
Embraer and renewable fuels producer Raizen sign LOI at Farnborough on producing SAF for the the manufacturer’s flight operations.
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Smith Myers Debuts New Search and Rescue Tools
Marking its 35th anniversary, Smith Myers introduced new products for its Artemis SAR line that turn mobile phones into location beacons.
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Ametek To Support OEM Supply Chain Sector post-Covid
As the post-Covid environment takes shape, Ametek anticipates a rapid increase in production of commercial and military aircraft.
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Draken and Aero Vodochody Team for RAF Aggressor Service
Draken Europe, formerly Cobham Aviation Services, will shortly begin flying Aero L-159Es on aggressor duties for the RAF.
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Rebranded DHC Lands at Farnborough in a Twin Otter
Freshly rebranded, De Havilland Canada brought a fully missionized Twin Otter Guardian 400 to the Farnborough Airshow.
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Embraer Won’t Let the Competition Guide its Turboprop Plans
New but conventional engines will power Embraer’s turboprop upon expected entry into service in 2028.
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British HAPS Projects Aim for the Solar Heights
The Airbus Zephyr and the BAE Systems PHASA-35 offer new airborne communications and observation options.
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Consolidated Structures Business Broadens Collins Reach
Collins Aerospace merged its Aerostructures and Mechanical Systems businesses to develop advanced lightweight materials for all aerospace activities.
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Hybrid Airships Make a Slow Takeoff
The strong green credentials of hybrid airships raise new hopes of market acceptance.
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CR929 Widebody Suffers Delays Due To Lack of Engine
The Comac/UAC joint venture's CR929 program might not see deliveries begin until 2030, if Western engines remain unavailable.
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UK Aviation Industry Unhappy at Loss of EASA Membership
The post-Brexit transition period for mutual aviation license and approvals recognition ends on Dec. 31, 2022.
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New Large-cabin Business Jets Reflect Private Aviation Boom
Gulfstream and Dassault are both close to bringing their respective new G700 and Falcon 6X models to market, while Bombardier has unveiled the Global 8000.
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Winglet Tech Looks To Citation Latitude for Next Project
Winglet Technology plans to amend its Citation Sovereign winglet STC to include the newer Latitude business jet.
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Promising Future Expected for Thermoplastic Composites
Advances in high-volume manufacturing and welding of thermoplastic carbon-fiber parts prompt OEMs to study further applications for the material.
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Typhoon’s Electronic Attack Radar On Course for Flight in 2023
The UK-led ECRS Mk2 radar undergoes development for the Typhoon on a separate track from that of the German-Spanish ECRS.Mk 1.
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Digital Copilot Approach Cuts Pilot Workload, Say OEMs
Automation has become key in reducing pilot workload and Merlin Labs expects entry of its one-pilot solution into commercial service by end-2023.
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TAI To Roll Out Turkish Fighter in 2023
The conglomerate’s CEO lays claim as one of the world’s top 100 defense companies
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Partnerships Key as Tempest Begins To Take Shape
The UK is forging ties with Sweden, Italy and, increasingly, Japan as development of the Tempest and Future Combat Air System progresses.
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Defense Industry Focus Shifts from Farnborough
Preceding the famous trade show, a major defense conference and corporate hospitality at RIAT provide alternative marketing opportunities.
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ATR’s Hard-Landing Analysis Tool Proving Worthwhile
Within its first three months of service the Smart Lander tool allowed ATR to advise operators rapidly of landing gear maintenance needs.
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Embraer Finds Its Stride after Failed Boeing Deal
The Covid crisis and the failed sale of its commercial division has forced Embraer to sharpen its focus on efficiency and innovation.
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War Makes for Grim Prospects for Ukraine's Aviation Industry
Ukraine's aviation industry was faltering before the war with Russia and is now almost completely destroyed.
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Aeralis’s Modular Aircraft Advances Toward the Hardware Stage
Aeralis has seen considerable progress in the development of its modular aircraft concept through a series of high-level agreements.
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Aviation's Electric Dreams Fast Approach Reality
Several electric aircraft developers and partners supporting them with new propulsion technology expect to see their wares in service within a few years.
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Farnborough Show Set To Boost Conflicted Aerospace Industry
The aerospace and defense community has been through an existential challenge since the 2018 show, and it still faces multiple post-Covid difficulties.
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AeroDelft Student Team Flies Hydrogen Phoenix Prototype
The battery-powered prototype aced its initial test flight on June 14, and the full-scale model made its debut taxi run on July 7.
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Russia’s Slon Heavyweight Completes Latest Research Cycle
Intended to replace the An-124 Ruslan, the Slon will feature a wider cross section and more powerful engines.
