All Channels

Avionics

Duncan Aviation, ACSS Partner on NXT-700 AML STCs

The STC will enable ADS-B OUT transponder upgrades for a variety of business jet types.
Aircraft

AIN Boeing Centennial

This year, Boeing Aircraft is celebrating its 100th anniversary.
Article image
Aircraft

Boeing Confronts Challenges of 777 Automation Push

Company says delays in transition to FAUB won’t threaten 777X EIS schedule, however.
Article image
Aircraft

Alcoa Says Bring On Those Aerospace Materials Challenges

U.S. company has always led the way in aluminum for aerospace but it is investing heavily in additive manufacturing and other “disruptive” technology.
Article image
Training and Workforce

Marcel Dassault Honored by French Air Force

Only the most accomplished in French aviation are recognized in this way.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Rafael Tackles Drone Menace

Small drones have become a major threat to military/security forces and high-value targets. Drone Dome has been developed to defeat them.
Article image
Training and Workforce

CAE Announces $77 Million In New Defense Contracts

Agreements include new work and extensions of current support for rotorcraft pilot training and fixed-wing maintenance.
Article image
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Saab Keeps Hand in Unmanned Systems

UMS Skeldar stake has helped Saab keep a stake in unmanned systems while focusing on Gripen export customers.
Article image
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

British Trio Offer Airport Defense Against Drones

AUDS system has been tested by U.S. government and is now to be tested by the FAA.
Article image
Aircraft

Leibherr’s China Landing Gear Plant Approved

The company is now approved to manufacture landing gear for Chinese aircraft programs.
Aircraft

Consultant Adds Software To Help Airlines Stay Profitable

Seabury advises and supports airlines dealing with issues such as fleet optimization and network planning.
Article image
Rotorcraft

Airbus HForces Civil Helicopters Into Military Roles

Company claims generic weapons system will provide affordable solutions.
Article image
Aircraft

Airbus Expands And Refines Air-to-Air Refueling

Automatic system is on the way, as well as a kit for the C295. Meanwhile, a solution to the A400M helicopter problem is being explored.
Article image
Aircraft

Predator B UAV To Get European ELINT System

Raytheon’s German subsidiary will provide a radar-detecting and locating sensor.
Article image
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Book Review: Enter the Drones, The FAA and UAVs in America

There is nowhere you can find the curious and circuitous story about the civil use of unmanned aircraft, except in this new non-fiction book.
Charter & Fractional

Surf Air Announces European Expansion Plan

Surf Air's new European service begins in the fall, and flights will be flown by TAG Aviation (UK).
Article image
Avionics

ADS-B Prices Drop Again For Light Aircraft Owners

NavWorx and Avidyne announced price cuts for their ADS-B products to help stimulate upgrades.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Taranis Flight Test Details Described

New details of how the all-British UCAV was demonstrated have been revealed.
Article image
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

NASA-led Effort Advances Future of Unmanned Aircraft

Flight tests involving the General Atomics-built Ikhana Predator B are supporting the development of minimum operational performance standards
Article image
Aircraft

Triumph Recalibrates Its Business Plan With Tighter Portfolio

The Triumph Group has been reorganized with 47 disparate subsidiaries scaled back to just 22.
Article image
Regulations and Government

Louisiana Courts Industry with Workforce Development

Aerospace companies looking to invest in the state will receive a warm welcome and help finding quality talent.
Aircraft

Viking To Acquire Bombardier’s Amphibious Aircraft Division

Known for restarting the Twin Otter production line, Viking Air will provide support for the approximately 170 CL-415 and CL-215 firebombers in service.
Article image
Aircraft

AirSprint Inks $198M Deal for Embraer Legacy 450s

Deliveries of the fly-by-wire midsize jets to AirSprint will begin as soon as the aircraft is awarded type certification by Transport Canada.
Accidents

One Fatal Bizjet Accident Blemishes 1H16 Safety Record

The business turboprop segment worldwide witnessed fewer fatalities in the comparable time periods.
Regulations and Government

U.S Lawmakers Reach Compromise on FAA Extension

Measure, which extends FAA's operating authority through Fiscal Year 2017, leaves out ATC privatization, but also certification, regulatory reforms.
Aircraft

AW609 Civil Tiltrotor Program Likely Facing More Delays

Italian media outlets report that Italian prosecutors impounded a test AW609 as part of their investigation into the October 30 crash of AC2.
Charter & Fractional

K.C. Firm Takes Majority Interest in Executive AirShare

The father-and-son investment firm became involved with Executive AirShare in 2013 as a shareowner.
Aircraft

F-35 Unit Cost To Go Below $100 Million, Maker Says

Talks to conclude new production contracts are still not done, but movement on price is going in the right direction.
Article image
Aircraft

New Funding Drives International Growth for Hexcel

Connecticut-based manufacturing specialist secures $700 million in financing after expanding into Morocco and opening revamped facility in the UK.
Engines

CFM Sees History On Its Side As Leap Engine Comes Of Age

CFM International’s Jean-Paul Ebanga says strong investment and careful preparation means it will fulfill its commitments with the Leap program.
Article image