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.
Thales Reports Mixed 2018 Financial Results
The French industrial group reported strong growth in defense and security, but mediocre aerospace results.
Challenges Remain as '3D Printing' Develops
The aerospace industry still faces challenges fully exploiting the potential of additive manufacturing.
Moscow Domodedovo Airport Buys Armored Vehicle
First designed to tow disabled tanks, the BREM-1 will now be charged with towing disabled aircraft during emergencies at Domodedovo Airport.
Vintage C-47s To Gather for D-Day Tribute
A fleet of nearly 20 U.S. aircraft will head to Europe next year to participate in events commemorating the 75th anniversary of the pivotal WWII invasion.
Environment
Swedish Airports Look To Go Green
Through December, five major Swedish airports operated by Swedavia will have biofuel available.
Global Space Congress Prepares for Launch
A gathering of experts in Abu Dhabi in March 2019 will showcase the region’s role in global satellite and space development activities.
ATC
Five European ANSPs Join Iris Pilot Program
The Iris program is a partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA), led by Inmarsat, to establish secure, high-bandwidth communications over Europe.
Regulations and Government
FAA Issues New MMEL Relief Process Guidelines
With operators seeking MEL relief for STC components not yet evaluated through the required process, the FAA has issued new guidance.
Engines
GE's First Engine Test 747 Is Now a Museum Piece
In service with for 49 years, first as an airliner, then as a flying engine testbed, the four-engine jumbo was the world's oldest active 747.
Aircraft
Skunk Works Cuts Metal on First X-59 Components
Lockheed Martin has started construction on the first parts of its Low Boom Technology supersonic testbed
Rotorcraft
Kazan Ansat Helo To Be Offered with Ditching System
Hopes To Appeal To Offshore, SAR Markets
Maintenance and Modifications
Heatcon, Solvay Partner on Composites Distribution
Heatcon and Solvay Materials have partnered to deliver composite repair products to the aerospace industry.
Maintenance and Modifications
ARSA Challenges NTSB Repair Station Revocation Order
If the NTSB order is upheld, the FAA will have to rewrite rules for maintenance releases, according to ARSA.
Rotorcraft
Bell Opens Expanded Flight Research Center
Bell's new flight research center will house advanced programs.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
New DJI Drone Can Be Used for Night SAR
$2,000 Model Can Be Fitted With Spotlight, Loudspeaker
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
UAS Air Traffic Demo Project Launched In Europe
Seeks To Validate COTS Components For Drone ATC
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Study: Small Drone Flights Often Unsafe
Operators Fly Too High, Close To Airports
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Bell Adds Thales to VTOL Team
Thales will develop the flight controls for the VTOL model.
Rotorcraft
Reach Taking Five New Airbus Helicopters
The helicopters are part of HEMS operator's fleet-replacement plan.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
FAA Approves Avitas BVLOS with Radar
The approval is the first of its kind for a civil operator, the company says.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Sherwin-Williams Intros New Elite Color
New two-stage radiance coat featuring color-changing mica appearance joins the selection of JetFlex shades for cabin interiors.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
FlightSafety Expands UAS Course Offerings
The training provider has added eLearning Prep For Part 107.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Bell, Yamato Team for On-demand UAS Package Delivery
The companies expect service to begin by mid-2020s.
Regulations and Government
U.S. DOJ: Chinese Spy Targeted GE, Other Aviation Firms
Used "Academic" Seminars As Bait
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Widesweeping UAS Provisions in New FAA Law
Law Enforcement Given Broad Shoot Down Authority
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Boeing Teaming With Robotic Skies On UAS Support
Parts, MRO Services Aimed At Commercial Market
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Hitachi To Develop UAS Flight Management System
Unifly and Terra Drone To Provide UTM Backbone
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Airobotics Opens Scottsdale Headquarters
Drone Company Supporting World's Largest Miner
