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.
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.
Accidents
Farnborough Celebrates its Own Anniversary
Few know the breadth and depth of Farnborough's aerospace heritage, which is where FAST comes in.
Goonhilly Boosts Deep Space Investment
Space gateway has new roadmap following a funding injection from UK billionaire Peter Hargreaves.
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
GoFly Presents One of Its Winning Teams
Team Leap took home one of 10 Phase 1 prizes, $20,000, provided by main sponsor Boeing
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
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.
BAE Systems To Expand in Alabama
Project to create hundreds of new jobs
Engines
NSC Testing Center Gains Momentum
New vibration and environmental testing center has added an important capability to the UK aerospace industry.
Aircraft
Moyola Notches Up More OEMs for Precision Machining
Moyola is leading the charge towards making Northern Ireland the world’s leading supplier of complex machined parts for aircraft.
Morocco Touts Advantages for Aerospace Industry
Political stability, infrastructure, talent, and location are among the kingdom's selling points.
Mecaer Touts Its Four Business Lines
Company’s Landing Gear Systems division wins key award from UTC for delivery of Gulfstream jets’ gear.
Avionics
GE Unveils Open Avionics Demonstrator
Concept allows mission-specific tailoring and quicker, cheaper upgrades
Aircraft
Oerlikon Inks Additive Manufacturing Deal with RUAG Space
Oerlikon continues its push into 3D printing and additive manufacturing with deal with RUAG to develop parts for use in space.
Barnbrook Systems Marks 40th Birthday at Farnborough Show
Long-time component supplier has a long list of distinguished customers.
UK Launches 'Great British Space Age'
Funding granted to develop a vertical spaceport in Scotland.
AlixPartners Forecasts Trebling of Aerospace Revenue
Consultant believes services and digitisation will drive the industry to grow rapidly over the next ten years.
Regulations and Government
AIA: U.S. Aerospace Industry Cannot Be Complacent
The behemoth that is the U.S. aerospace industry is still vulnerable to competition and trade barriers.
Daher Assumes Warehousing Duty for R-R Tools
A new web portal tracks inventory and directs camera-glasses-equipped warehouse workers to find tools quickly
Airlines
Hexagon Displays Geospatial Data Management Solutions
U.S. company showcases expanded product line of real time data management solutions enabled by recent acquisition of Belgium's Luciad
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
UK Showcases Robotics Challenge
UK grant program aims to speed development of robots and drones for duty in extreme and hazardous environments.
Aircraft
Norsk and Spirt Announce Additive Manufacturing Qualification
Additive manufacturing pioneer also produces rocket nozzle for European Space Agency
Airlines
ITT Cannon Debuts High Speed Data Transfer Connector
Lightweight receptacle with PCB contacts is designed for commercial aviation market
Aircraft
328 Support Highlights Dornier Conversions
German company displays aircraft illustrating the many mission possibilities for the type.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Airbus Zephyr Production Gets Under Way
Solar-powered, high-altitude aircraft is being produced at Farnborough, with the first Zephyr S being airborne while this week's airshow is on.
Rotorcraft
Tamarack, Kaman Team on Military Winglet Possibilities
The collaboration will enable Tamarack to leverage Kaman’s expertise on the defense side.
