Aerospace & Defense

Eurofighter Describes Multi-Role Capability Status

Eurofighter has moved up a gear, but there is more to come that should enhance its export potential further.

In Supplier Choices And Production Processes, Boeing Carefully Manages Risks To 777

Boeing’s latest supplier agreements for the 777X reflect a commitment to risk containment, as do efficiency improvements to the current 777 line.

Airbus Offers Enhanced A330 Tanker/transport

Soon several countries will be operating the Airbus A330-based MRTT tanker aircraft, with more orders expected from around the world.

Airbus Gears Up To Deliver RAF’s First A400M

The fleet of Airbus A400M tactical transports is starting to grow as the Royal Air Force prepares to take delivery of the first of its 22 in September.

Boeing Sees Continued Strength in 777 Program

BCA sales boss John Wojick expressed confidence that Boeing would soon collect significant 777 orders.

India’s New Budget Frustrates Airlines

Aviation sector left in the lurch.

India’s Defense Budget Raises Foreign Ownership Limit

Boeing Projects Buoyant Jetliner Market

Predictions for next 20 years remain robust.

AgustaWestland To Upgrade Brazilian Navy Lynx

New engines and avionics are among the upgrades planned for the Super Lynxes.

Lockheed Martin F-35 Fleet Still Grounded

Royal International Air Tattoo organizers no longer expect the aircraft to make an appearance.

CAMM Scores First Guided Successes

The trials marked the first seeker-guided launches for MBDA's common anti-air modular missile.

Aerospace Deal Making Heats Up as Consolidation Kicks In

Confidence in civil order backlogs and a desire for a strong supply chain are driving mergers and acquisitions.

Swedish Gripen First for Meteor Missile

The beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile will be flying on Swedish air force Gripens next year.

Boeing, Spirit Assessing Effects of Train Derailment

A train carrying six Boeing 737 fuselages derailed in Montana on July 3.