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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Airbus Demonstrator Is for the Birds
Taking a hint from nature’s first in flight—the hinge-winged albatross.
Leonardo Flies High at Paris with New Technologies
Italian company has advanced on a number of fronts, in particular training, and military helicopters.
Wallwork Group Displays Thermal Processing Expertise
UK aerospace materials specialist offers range of coatings to expanding base of European customers
Engines
Safran Moving Ahead with New Engine Programs
Safran Helicopter Engines on track to certify four engines in 2019, launching new technology
Pattonair Wins Safran Ventilation Systems Contract
UK-based logistics supply services company to support client from new facility in Toulouse
TE Connectivity Showcases Rugged, Fast Connections
U.S. company’s new Multigig RT 3 connector leads display at Paris Air Show
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.
Aircraft
Daher, Airbus, Safran Team on EcoPulse Hybrid Propulsion
French companies anticipate first flight of the demonstrator, based on the TBM platform, in 2022.
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.
Aircraft
Norsk Titanium Supplies AM Parts for Dreamliners
Norwegian company provides aerospace’s first FAA approved 3D-printed structural titanium part.
Ruag Showcases Space, MRO and Aerostructures Capabilities
Bell 505, Pilatus PC-12 approvals among Swiss tech company’s recent news.
14bis Showcases Logistics Tracking Solution
U.S. start-ups’ blockchain-based system can track parts, data, material or intellectual property throughout its lifecycle.
Aircraft
PPG Showcases 'Breakthrough' Solar Radiation Protection Windows
New Solaron Blue Protection for cockpit and cabin windows significantly reduces UVA, UVB, and HEV radiation.
Kaman Adds New Aerospace Surface Treatments
UK company makes £1 million investment for computer-controlled line; expects NADCAP cert by year’s end
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.
Aircraft
Boom Unveils More Details on Supersonic Airliner
Completion of Boom's XB-1 demonstrator is expected by year’s end, first flight in early 2020.
Portugal Showcases Homegrown Aerospace Industry
Senior government ministers lead a delegation and full agenda of activities at Paris Air Show 2019.
Northern Ireland Contingent Shows Region's Talents
Industry players look to find a suitable replacement for Bombardier at the closing Belfast site.
US Pavilion Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Moon Landing
A week-long celebration at the Paris Air Show commemorates the U.S. lunar landing 50 years ago.
Improvements To Help Grow Fifth Bahrain Show
New infrastructure in Bahrain helps organizers Farnborough International grow the biennial BIAS event, taking place in November 2020.
Dubai Airshow to Reflect Continued Defense Spending in Region
According to Deloitte, continued tension in the Middle East is driving defense spending growth as the November Dubai Airshow approaches.
Aircraft
Viking Cementing Growing Presence as OEM
Viking Air is committed to developing the former de Havilland Canada aircraft portfoliio, which it has brought together again.
Bombardier Gives Assurances on Future of Moroccan Facility
Canadian OEM has put Northern Ireland and Morocco facilities up for sale.
SAE Highlights Standards Development for Key Aerospace Technologies
SAE International spurs innovation in supersonics, additive manufacturing, electric propulsion, and big data.
