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Sikorsky Black Hawk: 21st Century Chapter in PZL Mielec's Storied History

Poland’s PZL Mielec not only builds the Sikorsky Black Hawk, but it serves as a major supplier to Lockheed Martin’s F-16 program.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

A New Diamond Monitors Fires, Floods And More

The Diamond Aircraft DA62MPP Vanguard carries a new multiband sensor for environmental surveillance.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Future Fliers Flock to Paris

This week many Paris Air Show visitors will get their first glimpse of new eVTOL aircraft designed to transform how people and things move around cities.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Aviation Chases Carbon Cutting Quantum Leap

With climate change metrics intensifying, air transport has a mountain to climb to achieve the legally-binding net-zero carbon requirement in 2050.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

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Bombardier’s Nuage Chaise is a Credenza, Bench, and Chaise Lounge in One

Bombardier’s Nuage Chaise is a Credenza, Bench, and Chaise Lounge in One

Cabin Interior and Electronics

June 3, 2019

Textron Aviation Builds First Latitude Air Ambulance for Norway

Textron Aviation Builds First Latitude Air Ambulance for Norway

Aircraft

May 29, 2019

Pilatus Reopens the PC-24 Jet Order Book

Pilatus Reopens the PC-24 Jet Order Book

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May 22, 2019

How Dassault Set the SMO-TEB Coast-to-Coast Record with a Falcon 8X

How Dassault Set the SMO-TEB Coast-to-Coast Record with a Falcon 8X

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May 10, 2019

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Honeywell APU Upgrade for B737s Lowers CO2 Emissions

A high-efficiency upgrade for auxiliary power units on Boeing 737NG and Max airplanes can lower fuel consumption and emissions by about 2 percent each.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

IBA Forecasts Thousands of Aircraft Orders at Paris Airshow

At least 961 orders from three airlines have already been announced this year, and orders at the Paris Airshow could add significantly to that number.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Spirit To Build Composite Fuselage for Honda's New Light Jet

Spirit is adding to its aerostructures portfolio, which already includes Bombardier's business jets and various Airbus and Boeing airliners.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Boeing Highlights Contributions to Sustainable Aerospace

Boeing is emphasizing its continuous efforts to decarbonize the aerospace industry and its own operations.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Hydrogen Business Jet Could Turn Private Aviation Green

French start-up Beyond Aero said its hydrogen-fuel-based propulsion system will support range of up to 800 nm while carrying four passengers.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Textron Aviation To Build Workforce Development Center

Textron Aviation will begin construction of a multimillion-dollar facility that will house its workforce training, development, and education programs.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Deutsche Aircraft Confirms Supply Chain Plan for D328eco

Thyssenkrupp Aerospace will manage the ordering and distribution of parts for the D328eco regional airliner being developed by Deutsche Aircraft.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Lilium Jet eVTOL Services Coming to China

A Chinese operator has ordered 100 Lilium Jet aircraft from German eVTOL developer Lilium, which plans to open a regional headquarters in China.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Massive A320 Order Kicks Off Airbus Paris Salon Sales

Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo topped up its Airbus orderbook with a further firm order for 500 single-aisle aircraft.

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

2023 Paris Air Show Flying Display Preview: Dassault Falcon 6X, Airbus A321XLR, Dassault Rafale

2023 Paris Air Show Flying Display Preview: Dassault Falcon 6X, Airbus A321XLR, Dassault Rafale

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Embraer's E195-E2 Flies at Paris Air Show 2023

Embraer's E195-E2 Flies at Paris Air Show 2023

Aircraft

June 19, 2023

Eve Steps Up Ground Tests Ahead of eVTOL Prototype Assembly

Selection of the main equipment suppliers for Eve’s eVTOL vehicle will happen during the second half of the year, according to company executives.

Aircraft

June 18, 2023

ATR Shows Off Purpose-built Freighter Variant

European turboprop manufacturer ATR brought two aircraft to the Paris Airshow, including the ATR 72-600F, which will take part in the flying display.

Aircraft

June 18, 2023

Lockheed Martin's Airship Goes Private

AT2 Aerospace has taken control of Lockheed Martin’s Hybrid Airship project.

Aircraft

June 18, 2023

Embraer and Nidec Partner on Electric Propulsion Systems

Embraer and Nidec, a Japanese manufacturer of electric motors, will jointly develop propulsion systems for electric aircraft, including Eve's eVTOL.

Aircraft

June 18, 2023

Structures Firm Offers Temporary Airbus A380 Hangars

Losberger De Boer offers open-air, temporary Airbus A380 hangars for fleet reintroductions and light maintenance.

Aircraft

June 18, 2023