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.
Environment
Carbon Offsets Offer Near-term Emissions Solution
With many aviation companies setting carbon reduction goals, carbon offsets represent a near-term solution as SAF ramps up in volume.
Environment
SAF Key to Aviation's Decarbonization Plans
With the aviation industry searching for ways to reduce its carbon footprint, sustainable aviation fuel represents the most immediately available tool.
Environment
Business Aviation Faces Sustainability Push
Marc Ehudin, GAMA's director of governmental affairs detailed the demands being placed on the aviation industry to improve its sustainability efforts.
Regulations and Government
EASA Slams the Door on Russian Aerospace
EASA has stripped Russian aircraft, MROs, and airlines of type and operating certificates.
NAA Awards Wally Funk with Stinson Trophy
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) presented Wally Funk with the 2021 Katherine and Marjorie Stinson Trophy at the WAI Conference.
Engines
Air bp To Supply Rolls-Royce with SAF
Air bp has signed an agreement with Rolls-Royce to furnish the UK-based engine maker with sustainable aviation fuel to power its engine testing programs.
Attendees Leave Notes at Ukrainian Helicopters Booth During Heli-Expo
Attendees Leave Notes at Ukrainian Helicopters Booth During Heli-Expo
Engines
Airbus To Test New High-voltage Li-ion Aviation Battery
Airbus is starting up testing on a new high-voltage lithium-ion battery system that will be used to power the EcoPulse demonstrator aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications
LHT Recovers from Covid, Posts Profit
Lufthansa Technik's revenues bounced back in 2021 from a Covid-induced slump.
FSF Seeks Nominations for New Award
Flight Safety Foundation is seeking nominations for its inaugural Gloria Heath Trophy which will be awarded to women for achievements in civil aviation.
Accidents
Canada TSB Reports Aviation Accidents Increased in 2021
Canada’s Transportation Safety Board reported that preliminary figures show the number of aviation accidents increased last year.
AINdebrief Episode 47 | February 28, 2022
Singapore Airshow Rides Again
Environment
Virgin Atlantic Partners with Low-carbon-fuel Developer
Virgin Group has partnered with chemical conversion company Agilyx to develop a new sustainable aviation fuel based on waste plastics.
Aircraft
Sole An-225 Cargoliner Damaged in Russia-Ukraine War
Antonov An-225, UR-82060, victim of Russia attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv-Hostomel Airport.
Environment
Shell Makes Singapore's First SAF Delivery
Shell has become the first fuel company to bring sustainable aviation fuel to Singapore.
Aircraft
UK Aerospace Strives to Push Past Covid Downturn
The UK's ADS industry organization is one of several leading national aerospace trade groups vying for new business at the Singapore Airshow.
Aircraft
Worsening U.S.-China Aviation Trade Ties to Cost $875 Billion
U.S. administrations have grappled over the optimal stance to take towards China.
Training and Workforce
Flight Training in Asia Continues Growth Trajectory
Training providers such as CAE see enormous opportunity for growth as pandemic restrictions ease around the world.
U.S. Industry to the Fore in Singapore
U.S. exhibitors dominate international participation in Asia-Pacific’s largest aerospace show.
Engines
ST Engineering Highlights Variety of Technology Solutions
ST Engineering has the largest pavilion in the Singapore Airshow exhibit hall, where it is highlighting aviation, defense, and smart city solutions.
Airlines
Bolloré Logistics Adds Aerospace to Consumer Goods Offering
Based in Paris, Bolloré Logistics sees Singapore as Asia-Pacific’s undisputed regional MRO hub.
Spirits Soar at Singapore Airshow 2022
The organizers of the 2022 Singapore Airshow expressed optimism about the event's opportunity to help propel growth in the Asia-Pacific aerospace sector.
Environment
LanzaJet To Partner on Second SAF Plant
LanzaJet will partner with Marquis Sustainable Fuel to build an integrated fuel plant with a capacity of 120 million gallons a year in Hennepin, Illinois.
Environment
Asia-Pacific at Forefront of Collins Sustainability Efforts
Collins Aerospace has implemented many of its largest and most important industrial sustainability initiatives at its Asia-Pacific facilities.
Connecticut Authority Looks To Acquire Sikorsky Airport
The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is moving ahead with its attempt to acquire Bridgeport Sikorsky Memorial Airport.
Avionics
ALPA Rips FCC, Wireless Lobby Anew over 5G
ALPA president accuses FCC of "systematic failure of governance."
Avionics
FAA: 5G C-band Interference Solution Could Take Years
FAA Administrator Steve Dickson downplayed the impact of 5G C-band on GA during a February 3 House Aviation Subcommittee meeting.
Safety
GPS/GNSS Backups Tested in European Commission Trials
The European Commission Joint Research Centre has been evaluating alternative positioning, navigation, and timing (APNT) services.
Airports
FAA Continues To Clear 5G Aircraft Backlog
FAA clears 90% of U.S. commercial fleet to operate normally near 5G C-band service.
Environment
UK Airport Adds Hydrogen Fueling Station
A new hydrogen refueling station is now operational at the UK’s Teesside Airport.
