jueves, 2 de marzo de 2023
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems announces reimagined Blue Magic Belgium for 2023
Bigger, Better Industry Innovation and Funding Conference on May 10 Includes Lockheed Martin Ventures and A6K On May 10, 2023, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) will host the latest iteration of its "Blue Magic Belgium" event. This year's event, which will be held in Charleroi, Belgium, near Brussels, will again bring together Belgian businesses […]
Rolls-Royce - Rolls-Royce has begun testing F130 engines for the United States Air Force B-52 fleet at the NASA Stennis Space Center.
F130 engines were selected to replace existing engines as part of the B-52 modernization program, with over 600 engine deliveries expected.Rolls-Royce has begun testing F130 engines for the...
miércoles, 1 de marzo de 2023
Canberra decides against obtaining special forces helicopters
Canberra has axed a planned acquisition of helicopters earmarked for special forces use, as it sets the stage to transition the Australian Army's helicopter to the Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopter and Sikorsky UH-60M utility helicopter
UAC To Exit Superjet 100, Investors Eye UAE Production Plant
https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/air-transport/2023-02-28/uac-exit-superjet-100-investors-eye-uae-production-plant
Russia's United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) will sell its entire 49 percent stake in Venice, Italy-based SuperJet International (SJI) to the UAE's Markab Capital Investments as part of an agreement that will result in UAC exiting the Superjet 100 program. The deal will see the Russian conglomerate transfer design and production authority to SJI in Venice while SJI establishes a new production plant in Al Ain in the UAE.
Qantas installs stateroom seats for ultra-long-distance flights
As part of its Project Sunrise for ultra-long-distance international flights, Qantas is showing off the new Business Class and First Class seats that will be installed in its future Airbus A350-1000 fleet and that convert into little staterooms to make 22-hour flights more endurable.
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martes, 28 de febrero de 2023
USAF Deployed B52 bombers will be based at Moron Air Force Base in Spain
https://www.airforce-technology.com/news/usafs-b52-btf-mission-europe/
Deployed bombers will be based at Moron Air Force Base in Spain
Revolutionary Space Debris Removal Mission Advances to Next Phase
Switzerland-based ClearSpace and its industrial partners have successfully passed their first major program review with the European Space Agency (ESA) for its ground-breaking mission to remove a large debris object from Earth orbit. With this milestone, ClearSpace has shown the ability to meet the technology requirements this mission demands. In addition, ESA and the participating States…
Boeing Proposes T-7 Advanced Trainer for Australia’s Future Defence Pilots
The new T-7 is an integrated aircraft and simulator system to train pilots.
Sikorsky sees strong interest in X2-based ‘International Twin’
https://www.flightglobal.com/sikorsky-sees-strong-interest-in-x2-based-international-twin/152249.article
Sikorsky is pitching its X2 high-speed helicopter technology to customers outside the USA and has spun out a conceptual multirole rotorcraft it now calls the 'International Twin'.
lunes, 27 de febrero de 2023
Lilium teams with Collins to build innovative Inceptors
Press Release: https://runwaygirlnetwork.com/2023/02/lilium-collins-aerospace-inceptor-system/
Lilium N.V., developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet, has teamed with Collins Aerospace, to design, develop, and build the Lilium Jet's inceptors – the innovative sidestick system used by the pilot to control the aircraft. Collins is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry and a Raytheon Technologies business.
DARPA, Services Demonstrate Battlefield Airspace Deconfliction Software
https://www.spacewar.com/reports/DARPA_Services_Demonstrate_Battlefield_Airspace_Deconfliction_Software_999.html
DARPA's Air Space Total Awareness for Rapid Tactical Execution (ASTARTE) program recently demonstrated new automated flightpath-planning software that successfully deconflicted friendly missiles, artillery fire, and manned and unmanned aircraft while avoiding enemy fires in a simulated battle in contested airspace. In a demonstration held at the U.S. Army's Mission Command Battle Lab, Ft.
Pacific region to require 920 new aircraft over next 20 years
https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2023-02-pacific-region-to-require-920-new-aircraft-over-next-20-years-0?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss
Airlines based in the Pacific region will take delivery of 920 new aircraft over the next 20 years, generated by an average growth in passenger traffic in the region of 3.2% per annum, according to the latest Airbus Global Market Forecast.
Fuelling NATO’s Eastern flank
https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/stories/2023-02-fuelling-natos-eastern-flank?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss
Russia's invasion of Ukraine on 24 February last year created an urgent need for NATO to reinforce the surveillance and protection of its Eastern flank. Since then, the Alliance's "Air Shielding" mission has safeguarded the skies and borders of eight member countries - more than 2,500km of territory, stretching from Estonia to Bulgaria, with fighter jets and ground-based air defences.
Exclusive: Boeing tells Qantas its 787s on track despite delivery ban
The new widebodies are already two years late and could be crucial to Qantas both launching new international routes or adding capacity to existing services
domingo, 26 de febrero de 2023
Taiwan warns aviation authorities after balloon sighting
Taiwan warns aviation authorities after balloon sighting https://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Taiwan_warns_aviation_authorities_after_balloon_sighting_999.html
Russian ship docks with ISS to replace damaged capsule
Russian ship docks with ISS to replace damaged capsule https://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Russian_ship_docks_with_ISS_to_replace_damaged_capsule_999.html
Bjorn’s Corner: Aircraft technology developments. Part 1.
Leeham News: In the Sustainable Air Transport series we finished last week, we described new aircraft technologies developed to reduce Green House Gas (GHG) emissions. There was one area we didn't discuss, the progress... Read More
Apache begins ADF trials on HMAS Canberra
https://australianaviation.com.au/2023/02/apache-begins-adf-trials-on-hmas-canberra/
The iconic American twin-turboshaft attack helicopter started compatibility trials aboard the landing helicopter dock ship on 22 February.
Estonia is lifting its healthcare capabilities with Airbus — Invest in Estonia
https://investinestonia.com/estonia-is-lifting-its-healthcare-capabilities-with-airbus/
Estonia is partnering with Airbus on the LifeSaver program to optimize the country's emergency healthcare system. Soon it will utilize fully-electric CityAirbus NextGen aircraft.
sábado, 25 de febrero de 2023
PT6 Reaches 60 Years, Pratts Fly a Billion Hours
https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2023-02-23/pt6-reaches-60-years-pratts-fly-billion-hours
The Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 turbine engine was introduced in 1963, and the latest versions are four times more powerful.
Boeing sets F/A-18 production completion date as defense business pivots to future work
https://www.aerotechnews.com/blog/2023/02/23/boeing-sets-f-a-18-production-completion-date-as-defense-business-pivots-to-future-work/
Boeing expects to complete new-build production of the F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter aircraft in late 2025 following delivery of the final U.S. Navy fighters.
Production could be extended to 2027 if an international customer selects the Super Hornet.
viernes, 24 de febrero de 2023
Flight Instructor Dies Mid Lap in Pattern at UK Airport - FLYING Magazine
https://www.flyingmag.com/flight-instructor-dies-mid-lap-in-pattern-at-uk-airport/
Shortly after takeoff, the instructor's head rolled back. The pilot thought the instructor was pretending to take a nap as a joke.
jueves, 23 de febrero de 2023
Boeing Sets F/A-18 Production Completion Date as Defense Business Pivots to Future Work
https://boeing.mediaroom.com/news-releases-statements?item=131215
- Defense, Space & Security plans St. Louis workforce growth supporting new and next-generation military aircraft programs and services
- F/A-18 Service Life Modification will continue through the mid-2030s; advanced capabilities development and upgrades for global fleet continuing for decades
Belgium probes passage by 'Russian spy ship'
Belgium has launched an investigation after a suspected Russian spy ship was spotted off its North Sea coast, perhaps surveying key energy and communications links, a minister said Tuesday. The boat was spotted in November after being reported in Dutch waters and had turned off its AIS beacon, a compulsory device allowing shipping authorities to identify and track vessels. Justice Minist
Ukraine allies vow to strengthen defenses as UN prepares for peace vote
Ukraine allies vow to strengthen defenses as UN prepares for peace vote https://www.spacewar.com/reports/Ukraine_allies_vow_to_strengthen_defenses_as_UN_prepares_for_peace_vote_999.html
The Transall Turns 60
https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/stories/2023-02-the-transall-turns-60
On January 22, 1963, the Elysée Treaty was signed by France and Germany, establishing close links between the two countries in the areas of security, diplomacy, and education. But did you also know that the aviation industry played a crucial role in this treaty, as well as the development of the Airbus consortium a few years later? This is where the C160 Transall military cargo aircraft comes in, a successful joint venture between French and German companies.
Our Best Look Yet At The Chinese Spy Balloon’s Massive Payload
https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/our-best-look-yet-at-the-chinese-spy-balloons-massive-payload
A just declassified high-resolution image of the Chinese spy balloon taken from a U-2 shows what appear to be propellers and other features.
miércoles, 22 de febrero de 2023
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