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.
Rotorcraft
Bell Opens New Manufacturing Tech Center in Texas
Bell's manufacturing technology center is a roadmap to future factories.
Rotorcraft
Bell Opens Wichita Facility
Bell's new Wichita facility was previously occupied by sister company Textron Aviation.
Collins Seeks Ways To Overcome Pandemic's Effects
The aerospace supplier is turning toward build its defense business while looking at a strategy to accelerate a rebound in commercial aviation.
Aircraft
Rethink of Aviation's Future Boosts the Case for Electric Aircraft
The race to bring new eVTOL aircraft to market for air taxi services is only part of a wider push to advance plans for hybrid and all-electric aircraft.
Engines
Safran, ZF Aviation Team on Ardiden 3-based Turboprop
Safran Helicopter Engines and ZF Aviation Technology have signed an MoA to offer a turboprop engine based on the Safran Ardiden 3 turboshaft.
Regulations and Government
Innovation Key To Helping Aerospace Climb Out of Covid Crisis
Though Covid-19 has delivered a “body blow” to the aerospace industry, it will come back better and stronger thanks to the industry’s innovative spirit.
Environment
UK Collaboration Eyes Sustainable Composites
Despite the aerospace industry's high rate of aluminum aircraft recycling, use of composites is adding a layer of complexity to that effort.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
ADS Says UK Aerospace Needs Urgent, Long-term Support
UK industry group ADS says the government must match public spending by other countries' aerospace industries to deal with threats posed by Covid, Brexit.
Regulations and Government
UK Aerospace Could be a 'Sitting Duck' For Better-funded Rivals
Former Airbus COO Tom Williams issued a blunt warning about the dangers facing the UK aerospace industry dealing with both Covid and Brexit.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
UK Industry Calls on Government for Urgent Increase in Support
Senior industry leaders addressing the opening ceremony for the FIA Connect event indicated that the aerospace sector faces a long path to recovery.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Urban Air Mobility Holds Promise of Future Efficiency
The challenge of bringing urban air mobility vehicles to market is making a lot of smart people work very hard on solutions.
Environment
Sustainability Requires a Multi-faceted Approach
All segments of aviation agree, there is not one magic bullet for solving the industry's carbon emissions quandary.
Avionics
BAE Reduces Sizes of Energy Systems For Electric Aircraft
BAE is adapting energy management, engine controls, and power conversion systems for use with the electric propulsion systems of new eVTOL aircraft.
Regulations and Government
Farnborough Show Goes Online With FIA Connect Webinars
Over four days, the industry will gather around a program of 77 webinars addressing all aspects of aerospace and defense.
Aircraft
Faradair Establishes Duxford HQ for Hybrid Electric STOL
UK startup Faradair is developing the BEHA aircraft with hybrid-electric propulsion, transitioning to all-electric once technology and regulations permit.
Regulations and Government
ADS Group Says UK Aerospace Industry Urgently Needs Increased Government Support
ADS Group Says UK Aerospace Industry Urgently Needs Increased Government Support
Engines
HyPoint Advances Hydrogen Fuel Cells for Electric Aircraft
HyPoint says it will have a 150 kW hydrogen fuel system ready to deliver for an eVTOL or electric fixed-wing aircraft by early 2022.
NASA, Lockheed Martin Progress Toward Supersonic Trials
Assembly of the X-59 Quiet SuperSonic Technology demonstrator is underway at Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works factory in Palmdale, California.
Farnborough International Air Show Set for Online Takeoff
Farnborough International Air Show Set for Online Takeoff
Aircraft
Farnborough Airshow Goes Virtual with FIA Connect
FIA Connect will feature a busy program of webinars and conferences, as well as a Meet the Buyer event and online meetings for young people.
Aircraft
The Return of Supersonic Flight May be Closer Than You Think
The Return of Supersonic Flight May be Closer Than You Think
Aircraft
UAM Sector Set For Tighter Finances and Consolidation
Sameer Saveni from UK industry group ADS says UAM pioneers have reached an inflection point from which a smaller number of eVTOL contenders will emerge.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Honeywell Develops A/C System for Future Flyers
Honeywell's new MicroVCS offers lower maintenance and reduced weight for electric aircraft air-conditioning needs.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
France Unveils €15 Billion Aid Package For Aviation Industry
Government funding includes existing support for Air France, plus a further €8 billion for various aspects of the aerospace sector.
Aircraft
Magnix Makes Another Leap for Electric Aviation with eCaravan First Flight
Magnix Makes Another Leap for Electric Aviation with eCaravan First Flight
Safety
GPS Interference Issue Back on the Table
The former LightSquared telecom network is accused of GPS interference again, but this time under a new company name, Ligado Networks.
Rotorcraft
VT Group Wins Support Contract for New Marine One Helo
As many as 21 Sikorsky VH-92As are expected to serve as replacements to the presidential helicopter fleet.
Erickson Looks To Improve Firefighting Through R&D Unit
Helicopter specialist Erickson is developing software aimed at making wildland firefighting more effective and efficient.
Aircraft
Leonardo Sees 2020 Hit from Decline in Civil Aviation Markets
Italy's Leonardo saw first quarter earnings decline, mainly on the civil side of its business, including helicopters, ATR airliners, and aerostructures.
