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

Impossible Aerospace Launches Two-hour Electric UAS

Deliveries of $7,000 quadcopter will begin later this year.
Rotorcraft

Russia Moves Closer to National Helicopter EMS

Strikes Deal for 150 Helicopters
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Bell Partnering with NASA on Commercial UAS Demo

Will Use Company's Autonomous Pod Transport
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

FAA Chief: Drones Are the Next Internet

Industry Challenged To Make Safety Case
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

AviSight Launches BVLOS Mobile Command Centers

C3CUBE Will Enable Real-Time UAS Data Transmission
Safety

Torqued: Airport Workers Deserve a Living Wage

Aviation safety and security require it.

The Magic Switch So Many Pilots Know So Little About

Emergency Locator Transmitters are largely misunderstood safety devices
Security

Q400 Crash Spurs Lawmaker Call for Review of Security

Sen. Maria Cantwell said the crash exposed an issue with airport security protocols.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Venezuelan Attack Stokes Fresh Drone Fears

FBI Says UAS terror "Imminent"

Goodwinds Expects Brazilian Bizav Industry Rise after Presidential Election

Insurance broker shares hopes that stability will return
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Airbus Solar Drone Stays Aloft for 25 Days

High-Altitude Zephyr S Designed For 100 Day Flights
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Rotorcraft

China Completes Testing of Unmanned Helicopter

Aircraft can execute shipboard landings.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Luminati: Perpetual Solar-powered Flight Possible

Applications for perpetually flying solar aircraft include global intelligence gathering and internet distribution.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Boeing Opening New Autonomous Flight Center

Facility Will Be Based At MIT
Maintenance and Modifications

Aircraft Weight Reduction and Engine Health Monitoring

Saving weight and keeping a close eye on engine parameters can save up to 4 percent in fuel burn per flight hour.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Senators Seek More Drone Integration Research Funding

Bipartisan Amendment Adds $3 Million To Pilot Program
Regulations and Government

AEA Invites Start-ups to Tech Incubator

The AEA's Technology Incubator is designed to help foster communication between the FAA and start-up companies serving the certified aviation market.

New Aviation Experience Opens at APA

Exploration of Flight, housed in the Boeing Blue Sky Gallery, aims to spark interest in aviation at one of the nation's busiest GA airports.
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Regulations and Government

Northern Ireland Leveraging Strong Aerospace Heritage

With a long aviation history, UK province continues to hit above its weight in the industry thanks to Bombardier’s role as catalyst.
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Aircraft

Invest Northern Ireland Extolls Virtues of Province’s Burgeoning Aerospace Ecosystem

With Invest NI taking a well-organized and proactive approach, the industry in Northern Ireland is becoming stronger every year.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Thompson Aero Seating Looks to Double Production

Company focuses on business and premier-cabin seating and is confident its customer-focused approach will continue to fuel rapid growth.

M&A Heats Up As Civil, Defense Sectors Strengthen

MRO is an area that is gaining interest among would be suitors.
ATC

GPS Continues To Bring Airspace Modernization

Advantages include improved performance and cost savings.

Naval Cable Provider Looks for Aerospace Opportunities

The temperature molding techniques can extend the maintenance cycle, the company claims.
Aircraft

Bedek Supports Amazon Air’s Freighter Conversions

Amazon Air taps Bedek for 767 freighter conversions.
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Accidents

Farnborough Celebrates its Own Anniversary

Few know the breadth and depth of Farnborough's aerospace heritage, which is where FAST comes in.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Aviall Inks Series of Deals at Farnborough Show

Contract with Antonov calls for Boeing unit to manage supply chain procurement for An-1X8

Goonhilly Boosts Deep Space Investment

Space gateway has new roadmap following a funding injection from UK billionaire Peter Hargreaves.
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Safety

Tekever's AR5 soars over the sea

UK-based Tekever's AR5 drone already is providing long-duration maritime surveillance for the European Maritime Safety Agency.
Maintenance and Modifications

QuEST Global Brings Virtual Reality to MRO Sector

Need to fix an engine? There's an app for that. Well, QuEST plans to soon have one ready