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.
Aircraft
Pipistrel’s Alpha Electro is an Inexpensive Flight Training Solution
Pipistrel’s Alpha Electro is an Inexpensive Flight Training Solution
Aircraft
Vahana Concept Paves the Way for Airbus's eVTOL Plans
Vahana Concept Paves the Way for Airbus's eVTOL Plans
Rotorcraft
Boeing Next Tests Future eVTOL Air Mobility Concepts
Boeing Next Tests Future eVTOL Air Mobility Concepts
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
NASA Plans Drone Flights On Saturn Moon Titan
NASA's Dragonfly eight-rotor drone will search for signs of life on Saturn moon Titan beginning in 2034.
Ontic partners with HC Pacific on 777 wiring
Inventory management and logistics agreement covers Ontic's Boeing 777 fuel measurement system wiring harness products.
Six keys to winning the Urban Air Mobility race
Honeywell is developing an integrated flight system that will grow to support autonomous operations.
Rotorcraft
Airbus Helicopters, Safran To Team On VTOL Technologies
Airbus and Safran are teaming on new eco-friendly VTOL technologies as part of the Horizon Europe program
GKN Aerospace Commits to Technology, Expansion
There has been no slowdown in GKN's investment in new technology in a range of areas.
Apollo Astronauts Land at Paris Air Show
Three Apollo astronauts recalled their lunar exploits a half-century later at the 2019 Paris Air Show.
Aircraft
Parker Touts Recent Contract Wins
U.S. systems manufacturer touts developments and contracts with Boeing, Piaggio, Vericor, and others.
AI Is Opportunity Not Threat, Says Thales
Thales says artificial intelligence should be TrUE—TRansparent, Understandable and Ethical—and Sustainable.
Aircraft
P&W’s GoFly Contest Nearing Last Phase
Winner of contest to build VTOL personal flying device to claim $100,000 Disruptor Award.
Forecast International Predicts Strong Jetliner, Fighter Growth
Forecast calculates more than 30,000 transport aircraft will be produced over through 2033, and 3,401 fighters will be produced through 2028.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
EMSA UAV Operations in Full Flow
The European Maritime Safety Agency is exploring the use of UAVs to help monitor continental waters.
Aircraft
Farnborough 2020 To Be 'Biggest and Most Dynamic Yet'
Airshow organizers report more than 90 percent of exhibit space either sold or committed.
Aircraft
Greene Tweed Displays Seals, Elastomers and Composites
UK company’s high-performance materials include first elastomeric seal that meets fireproof-rated standards.
Fives Brings New Tools, Technology to Paris
French industrial giant touts inspection sensor, laminator and automated fiber placement equipment for aerospace applications.
Airbus Demonstrator Is for the Birds
Taking a hint from nature’s first in flight—the hinge-winged albatross.
Aircraft
Daher, Airbus, Safran Team on EcoPulse Hybrid Propulsion
French companies anticipate first flight of the demonstrator, based on the TBM platform, in 2022.
Meggitt Restructures To Refocus on Aerospace Growth
Group has reinvented itself this year while also moving to align better with customer and market needs in the future.
Pattonair Wins Safran Ventilation Systems Contract
UK-based logistics supply services company to support client from new facility in Toulouse
Engines
Rolls-Royce Invests in Future Tech
UK engine manufacturer is moving ahead to ready next-gen large engine while also ensure it can “go electric” or more electric where required.
Wallwork Group Displays Thermal Processing Expertise
UK aerospace materials specialist offers range of coatings to expanding base of European customers
TE Connectivity Showcases Rugged, Fast Connections
U.S. company’s new Multigig RT 3 connector leads display at Paris Air Show
Engines
Safran Moving Ahead with New Engine Programs
Safran Helicopter Engines on track to certify four engines in 2019, launching new technology
Leonardo Flies High at Paris with New Technologies
Italian company has advanced on a number of fronts, in particular training, and military helicopters.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Airport Drone Incidents Spur Development of C-UAS
Disruption at airports caused by drones created added impetus to legislate and put in place counter-UAS systems.
Under New Ownership, Middle River Ramping Up Programs
ST Engineering completed the $440 million acquisition of the newly branded Middle River Aerostructures Systems business on April 18.
Ruag Showcases Space, MRO and Aerostructures Capabilities
Bell 505, Pilatus PC-12 approvals among Swiss tech company’s recent news.
Kaman Adds New Aerospace Surface Treatments
UK company makes £1 million investment for computer-controlled line; expects NADCAP cert by year’s end
