Aerospace
News and issues relating to the aerospace industry that are related to the science, engineering and business of flight in space involving civil, industrial and military applications, and similar topics related to flight in the atmosphere of the Earth that are not covered more directly by other AINonline subject channels. In other words, both astronautical and aeronautical subjects, except for those aeronautical topics that are specifically covered elsewhere on this website.
Engines
Collins Expands Additive Manufacturing Center
With the opening of its expanded facility, Collins Aerospace plans to develop more parts using the additive manufacturing process.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
FAA Accepts Reliable Robotics’ Certification Plans
Reliable Robotics says the FAA has accepted its certification plans for a fully autonomous flight control system, which the company plans to install on aircraft to enable remotely piloted operations under supplemental type certificates.
Rotorcraft
Consortium Advances New Approach to Rotor Ice Protection
The European Clean Aviation program's No Ice Rotor consortium has been testing a protection system for Leonardo's new tilt rotor aircraft.
Aircraft
Solar Stratos Team Aims to Fly Emissions-free to Edge of Space
The team is showing that it can fly an aircraft without using any CO2
Fuel
Construction Begins on First U.S. Commercial e-SAF Plant
Renewable fuels producer Twelve broke ground this morning in Washington State on its first commercial scale power-to-liquid SAF refinery.
Environment
Australia's Government Pledges AU$30M for SAF Growth
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency has invited funding proposals to develop the country's SAF production capacity, following a 2021 study.
Maintenance and Modifications
Feam Aero Earns Full Part 145 Repair Station Approval
Feam Aero is now able to support all airframes weighing more than 12,500 pounds with its latest round of authorizations.
Engines
PBS and Ivchenko Sign MoU for Small Turbojet
A partnership between PBS and Ivchenko aims to build a new turbine engine for small UAVs and cruise missiles.
Aircraft
Embraer Engineering Facing Future Challenges
Embraer's engineering team is exploring a variety of technologies to power aircraft of the future.
Training and Workforce
Given the Opportunity, Women Could Fill Aerospace Skills Gap
Companies are investing in multi-pronged efforts to boost female involvement in engineering, but women still account for around one-fifth of the total.
Engines
GE, Clemson University Win $10M Ceramics Research Grant
GE Aerospace and Clemson University received a $10 million USAF grant to continue research on advanced ceramic-matrix materials.
Environment
Teijin's Tenax Composites Boost Aircraft Efficiency
Teijin’s Tenax carbon-fiber helps aircraft manufacturers improve fuel efficiency today while enabling development of supersonic aircraft of tomorrow.
Aircraft
Pratt & Whitney To Establish Engine Parts Maker in Morocco
Pratt & Whitney Maroc will manufacture detailed static and structural machined parts for various engine models in Casablanca.
Aircraft
De Havilland Canada Launches Updated, Lighter DHC-6
Canadian airframer De Havilland secured commitments for 45 aircraft to back the launch of the DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G.
Environment
Parker Aerospace Emerges Even Stronger Post-merger
Parker Aerospace has a broader aircraft systems portfolio after the combination of Parker-Hannifin and Meggitt.
Embraer Aims To Triple Revenue in Next Five Years
Embraer's Fit4Growth plan is moving ahead after recovery from the pandemic accelerates progress in various programs.
Regulations and Government
U.S. Congressional Delegation Makes Big Impression at Airshow
The U.S. has brought the largest-ever congressional delegation to the Paris Airshow to demonstrate the country’s leadership in aerospace.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
UK Pavilion Features Strong Showing From Tech Start-ups
As it wrestles with a challenging economic environment, the UK's aerospace and defense companies have flocked to the 2023 Paris Air Show in large numbers.
Aircraft
Massive A320 Order Kicks Off Airbus Paris Salon Sales
Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo topped up its Airbus orderbook with a further firm order for 500 single-aisle aircraft.
Engines
Pratt & Whitney Measures Gas Turbine Emissions With Lasers
Researchers at Virginia Tech and Pratt & Whitney have discovered a new way to measure gas turbine emissions without the need for bulky sensor probes.
Aircraft
Trelleborg Expands Delivery of Aerospace Sealing Technologies
New polymer solutions and acquisitions maintain Trelleborg as a global leader in sealing solutions for the aerospace sector.
Aircraft
Lockheed Martin's Airship Goes Private
AT2 Aerospace has taken control of Lockheed Martin’s Hybrid Airship project.
CRP Tech Showcasing 3D-printed Composite Aero Parts
CRP Technology is displaying functional prototypes of flight-ready, 3D composite parts for the aerospace industry.
Environment
GKN Aerospace Open Global Tech Center in the Netherlands
GKN Aerospace's new Global Technology Center in Hoogeveen will explore lightweight thermoplastic composites and high-power electrical systems.
Environment
New Study Will Examine Sustainable Fuel Feedstocks
The latest biomass study by the U.S. Departments of Energy and Agriculture, will examine the volumes and locations of sustainable fuel feedstocks.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
GIFAS Picks Armée de l'Air et de l'Espace General As New Leader
Former fighter pilot Frédéric Parisot will become managing director of French aerospace and defense industry group on August 1.
Aircraft
AIA Chief Warns of Sustained Shortage of Labor
American aerospace and defense manufacturers headed to the Paris Air Show hold large order books but face continued supply chains disruptions.
Environment
CAAFI: SAF Now Firmly Entrenched in Aviation
Speaking at the start of a two-day virtual SAF conference, CAAFI head Steve Czonka noted that renewable fuel is now seeping into all corners of aviation.
Environment
Sustainable Aviation Fuels Get First Corsia Nod
ICAO noted that sustainable aviation fuel produced in China, the Netherlands, and the U.S. are the first to be certified under the ISCC and RSB schemes.
