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
U.S. Exhibitors Account for Dubai Airshow’s Largest Contingent
Special guest Apollo 15 astronaut Al Worden makes UAE debut.
Aircraft
UAC Displays VIP Superjet, Fighters and More
United Aircraft Corporation has examples of the Su-30SME, Yak-130, MiG-35, Su-35, Be-200 and MC 21-300 on display at the airshow.
Rotorcraft
Kamov Ka-62 Back On Track As Russian Helicopters CEO Details Developments
Combining the talents of the Kamov and Mil design bureaus, plus production facilities, Russian Helicopters has numerous projects on the go.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Breitling Named Show's "Official Timing Sponsor"
Swiss company is among few major watch brands to use chronometer-certified movements in all its models.
Aircraft
Intrigue Marks First Day of 2017 Dubai Air Show
Boeing takes home big prize while Airbus waits
Aircraft
Dubai Air Show 2017 Ready for Takeoff
More than 160 aircraft on static display, 1,200 exhibitors and an expected 70,000-plus attendees convene for the biennial event.
Training and Workforce
Speaker Line-Up Announced for Dubai Air Show Training Event
The Middle East will need 58,000 new pilots and 66,000 new skilled maintenance personnel to staff the region’s airlines between now and 2035.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
Sanad Portfolio Grows to More Than $1.2 billion
Mubadala celebrates 10th anniversary in the aerospace industry
Aircraft
Farnborough Airshow Aims to Thrill Again in 2018
Organizers of the Farnborough International Airshow say they are enhancing the show, the site and adding new content as its footprint grows.
France's GIFAS Has Strong Showing in Dubai
The group of French aerospace companies has long standing ties with the Gulf region.
Fuel
Shell Named as Sole Fuel Provider at Oman’s Salalah Airport
This agreement makes Shell the fuel provider at Oman's two largest airports
2017 Dubai Airshow Expected To Be Largest Yet
Organizers expect record turnout
NASA Contracts Boost Aurora's Airliner Research
Aurora, to be acquired by Boeing, is developing aircraft concepts to dramatically improve fuel efficiency of commercial aircraft.
Security
Report: New Technologies Raise Cyber Threat for Aviation
The Atlantic Council says technologies such as ADS-B and electronic flight bags may be vulnerable to cyber threats.
FBOs
Jetex on Tap for Dubai Airshow
The global aviation support provider is selected again as the official handler for the bi-annual shows.
Dedeco Intros Sunburst Abrasives
New line from former 3M division aims to offer competing products for demurring, cleaning and finishing aerospace metals
Maintenance and Modifications
Permagard Levels to $30 Billion in Coating Protected Assets
Permagard delivers cutting edge coating across air ways from the freezing temperatures in Scandinavia to the damaging sunrays of the Middle East.
DOT IG Audit Initiated on FAA’s Radar Replacement Program
Questions about funding and coordination generated the audit
FAA Considers Canceling Certain Circling Procedures
Cost cutting is behind the effort to eliminate certain instrument procedures
Avionics
Third Launch of Satellites with ADS-B Payloads a Success
October 9 Iridium NEXT satellite launch gives Aireon 23 operational space-based ADS-B payloads
Wyvern Offers UAS Certification To Women And Drones Members
EXACT is an acronym for EXcellence, through Assessment, Continuous monitoring, and Training
Avionics
Honeywell Enhances, Simplifies MyAerospace Portal
Changes cut order time, improve tracking capability.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Commercial UAS Industry Gathers at Drone World Expo
The annual Drone World Expo show attracted thousands of attendees, sharing information about integration of drones in the national airspace system.
Maintenance and Modifications
Active Winglets: A Leap Forward in Aerodynamics Technology
Active Winglets: A Leap Forward in Aerodynamics Technology
Former Senior Pentagon Official To Take Reins of AIA
Eric Fanning has held numerous senior positions, including with three military departments and with the Office of the Secretary of Defense.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
STS Aviation Group Adds New Division
The purchase of AeroMod International gives the global aviation services provider a new division, concentrating on avionics and structural modifications.
Maintenance and Modifications
JSSI Is Open To All for Spares
JSSI is offering a range of services to customers who have not signed up for the company's well-known cost per flying hour programs
Museum Spotlights Embraer Designs
The Museu da Casa Brasileira exhibit highlights Brazilian aviation from 1709 through the present.
