viernes, 31 de marzo de 2023
Bjorn’s Corner: New aircraft technologies. Part 6. Fuselage manufacturing
Bjorn's Corner: New aircraft technologies. Part 6. Fuselage manufacturing https://leehamnews.com/2023/03/31/bjorns-corner-new-aircraft-technologies-part-6-fuselage-manufacturing/
Russia claims stealth material breakthrough
Russia's Roselectronics claims to have made a breakthrough in low observable materials, with a composite capable of absorbing a wide range of radar frequencies.
jueves, 30 de marzo de 2023
European SAF development ‘put back a decade’ by US IRA measures
Aviation stakeholders have urged the European Commission to consider improving its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) incentives in light of the measures included US Inflation Reduction Act, which one airline chief executive described as a global "game-changer".
miércoles, 29 de marzo de 2023
[España] La Junta de Andalucía potencia la diversificación de la aeronáutica andaluza con una misión comercial con agentes de Estados Unidos, Brasil e India
Nota de prensa
La Junta de Andalucía está impulsando la diversificación de la actividad comercial de casi una treintena de empresas andaluzas de la industria aeronáutica, con algunos de los grandes fabricantes y Tier1 más importantes del sector a nivel mundial, a través de una misión comercial en la que participan 19 agentes de mercados de interés, como EEUU, Brasil o India, que se han desplazado a Sevilla para desarrollar encuentros de negocio; conocer de primera mano las capacidades del clúster aeroespacial andaluz y las oportunidades y facilidades para proyectos de inversión en el sector.
- Andalucía es la comunidad que más aporta al crecimiento de las exportaciones de esta industria en España y la segunda más exportadora en 2022, con 2.134 millones y una subida del 39%
- Participan casi una veintena de los fabricantes más importantes del mundo como Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Tata Avanced Systems, Turkish Airlines o Spirit Aero Systems
La Junta de Andalucía está impulsando la diversificación de la actividad comercial de casi una treintena de empresas andaluzas de la industria aeronáutica, con algunos de los grandes fabricantes y Tier1 más importantes del sector a nivel mundial, a través de una misión comercial en la que participan 19 agentes de mercados de interés, como EEUU, Brasil o India, que se han desplazado a Sevilla para desarrollar encuentros de negocio; conocer de primera mano las capacidades del clúster aeroespacial andaluz y las oportunidades y facilidades para proyectos de inversión en el sector.
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Rotax launchs new Rotax 916iS/c. It will be mounted on new Carbon Cub UL
- The Beginning of a New Era: BRP-Rotax Achieves New Performance Level with the Launch of the Rotax 916iS/c Aircraft Propulsion System
- The Rotax 916iS/c showcases its power for the first time ever in a CubCrafters prototype.
Pres release https://www.flyrotax.com/n/916is-launch
"The launch of the 916iS/c is yet another testament to our commitment to developing ground-breaking technologies and creating the most advanced propulsion systems for our customers. For us, it was crystal clear that we had to build on the success of the 915 engine. We can now seize new opportunities in the four-seat market segment with a perfectly mature product and thus continue our steady growth of recent years. With the 916iS/c, we are responding to unmet customer needs and living up to the innovation philosophy of our long-standing company," said Peter Ölsinger, General Manager, BRP-Rotax, and Vice-President, Sales, Marketing & Communications, Rotax Propulsion Systems.
TOP PERFORMANCE AND NEW OPPORTUNITIES
In addition, BRP-Rotax offers the 916iS/c as an alternative for IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) flights as well as for commercial flying, for example for flight schools and private pilots. The top performance of the 916iS/c allows for shorter take-off distances and steeper descent while maintaining maximum efficiency in cruise flight. For increased flexibility, the 916iS/c features multi-fuel technology (for MOGAS & AVGAS) which allows both classic engine fuel as well as aviation fuel.
In this class up to 160 hp, the new propulsion system features fully electronic iS technology for increased performance, greater efficiency and simplified maintenance and servicing. This means that engine selection for maintenance and repairs can be carried out via the BUD system Aircraft (BRP Utility and Diagnostic Software for Rotax Aircraft Engines), in a similar way to the automotive industry. As a testament to BRP-Rotax's confidence in this new propulsion system, the TBO (Time Between Overhaul) at product launch is 2,000 hours, which speaks to the value customers can derive from the engine.
PRESENTATION AT THE SUN 'N FUN FLORIDA AND THE AERO FRIEDRICHSHAFEN
The SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, taking place from March 28 to April 2, 2023, is the perfect opportunity to introduce the 916iS/c to the market and confirm that BRP-Rotax is welcoming the reputed CubCrafters manufacturer as part of its growing roster of customers. In fact, the Rotax 916iS/c showcased its power for the first time in the new CubCrafters Carbon Cub UL, an engineering prototype equipped with the new Rotax propulsion system for flight testing and further development.
"CubCrafters and Rotax share a dedication to drive great performance through new technology innovations. Working together to develop the new Rotax 916iS/c powered Carbon Cub has been a great collaboration. We are excited to launch our latest products together and to make them available worldwide," said Patrick Horgan, President and CEO of CubCrafters Inc. "The powerful and smooth single-lever operation of the Rotax 916iS/c is outstanding, bringing the latest engine technology to the Carbon Cub Family. Compatible with fuels available worldwide, our new Carbon Cub UL offers the versatility of a full-sized backcountry aircraft with amazing STOL capability and cruise performance,"added Mr. Horgan.
The Rotax 916iS/c will then be introduced on the European market at the AERO in Friedrichshafen, Germany from April 19 to 22, 2023.
The engine is now available worldwide through the official authorized BRP-Rotax dealer network.
Cub Crafters Presents Carbon Cub UL, for under 600kg MTOW markets
PRESS RELEASE / LAKELAND, FL – March 28, 2023 -- CubCrafters is introducing a new variant of its best-selling Carbon Cub aircraft. In development for international markets, the new model is called the Carbon Cub UL.
The company has invested in several new technologies to make the Carbon Cub UL even lighter and better performing than its predecessor, the Carbon Cub SS. The goal is a new airplane that features multi-fuel technology (MOGAS & AVGAS), fully meets ASTM standards, and carries 2 adult people with a full fuel load and a reasonable amount of baggage at a takeoff weight of 600 kg (1320 lbs) and under.
Key to the development of the new aircraft is CubCrafters' collaboration with BRP-Rotax, which is launching their new 160 HP turbocharged engine on the Carbon Cub UL. The new 916 iS engine is lighter, more fuel efficient, and can produce more power than the normally aspirated CC340 engine on the Carbon Cub SS in higher density altitude scenarios.
"The Carbon Cub was first introduced in 2009 and has been an amazing aircraft for both CubCrafters and the entire backcountry community," stated Patrick Horgan, CubCrafters President and CEO. "It has redefined expectations industry-wide for what a light STOL aircraft should be. Now, we're reimagining the Carbon Cub by incorporating the latest in pre-preg composites, more titanium components, and innovative manufacturing techniques, along with the best new engine and avionics technologies for even more performance and versatility."
"The Carbon Cub UL is the culmination of years of investment in both human and economic resources, the hard work of our industry-leading team, and our dedication to research and development. We believe this aircraft will make a major contribution to unlocking the enormous potential of the international marketplace," added Horgan.
The production version of the new aircraft is slated to be initially built, certified, and test flown as a Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) at the CubCrafters factory in Yakima, Washington, but will also meet Ultralight category requirements in many international jurisdictions.
"The aircraft can remain in the LSA category for our customers in Australia, New Zealand, Israel, and even the United States, but it can also be deregistered, exported, and then reregistered as an Ultralight (UL) category aircraft in many jurisdictions in Europe, South America, and elsewhere," explained Brad Damm, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for CubCrafters. "This is a concept we've looked at for the last several years. Our kit aircraft program has always been strong in overseas markets, and now we are very excited to have a fully factory-assembled and tested aircraft to offer to our international customers."
The UL concept of a lighter and even better performing version of the Carbon Cub for international markets was first seen earlier this month in Dubai, UAE. There, a technology demonstrator version of the aircraft was able to successfully land and take off again from a 27-meter diameter heliport that is suspended 56 stories above the ground on top of Dubai's iconic Burj Al Arab hotel as part of a recent Red Bull project that inspired audiences worldwide.
The first Rotax 916 iS powered Carbon Cub UL, an engineering development prototype, is on display and can be seen at the CubCrafters exhibit at Sun n' Fun. CubCrafters will be accepting deposits for the Carbon Cub UL starting at the show, and with the company's current backlog of new aircraft orders, the first consumer deliveries are expected in early 2025.
Much more information about the Carbon Cub UL, including a product launch Q&A, engine technical specifications from Rotax, and video and still images of the aircraft and engine for editorial use can be found at: https://cubcrafters.com/snf23
ABOUT CUBCRAFTERS
Founded in 1980 by Jim Richmond, CubCrafters' roots are in the 80+ year history of classic grassroots aviation, but the company's products and services are innovative and completely modern. CubCrafters designs and manufactures Experimental, LSA, and Part 23 Certified aircraft. The Carbon Cub family of aircraft redefined expectations for the backcountry flying experience with innovative design, modern materials, powerful engines, and breathtaking performance. Currently building over 100 new aircraft per year, the company's newest offering, the Carbon Cub UL is in development specifically for international markets. The key to CubCrafters success is our ability to create unique value in the experience of personal adventure aviation. https://cubcrafters.com/about
martes, 28 de marzo de 2023
Airbus reports share buybacks for week starting 20 March 2023
Airbus SE reports the following share buyback transactions under Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on market abuse ("EU Market Abuse Regulation").
A321XLR programme completes second cold-weather testing campaign
This week the A321XLR development flight-test aircraft ("FT3", MSN11080) dedicated to the cabin returned from its four-day cold-weather ground testing at Iqaluit in northern Canada.
Pontifications: Technical challenges for UAMs, et al, only part of the problems
Technical challenges for alternative energy aircraft are daunting. Urban Air Mobility, Advanced Air Mobility, eVTOLs, batteries, hydrogen, hybrids—this list goes on. Advances are reaching a point where some of the concepts in... Read More
Billionaire Branson sits out Virgin Orbit’s costly flameout
Following a serious misstep in January, Richard Branson's once high-flying space enterprise Virgin Orbit is on the brink.
Reinforcing Safety: A Look At The Airbus DragonFly Concept
Researchers at Airbus have been busy innovating new designs, materials, and processes to optimize future flight efficiency. Whether it's the BLADE project to reduce the friction drag over the wing, the fello'fly program to reduce carbon footprint using formation flights, or hydrogen-fueled zero-emission aircraft, Airbus is expanding its research horizon in commercial aviation. Airbus envisions the size, shape, and characteristics of future commercial aircraft to be completely different from the existing ones.
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AERALIS ANNOUNCES DIGITAL ENGINEERING CONTRACT WITH SHINMAYWA – AERALIS
Innovative British Military fast-jet company AERALIS has today announced a partnership with Japanese aircraft manufacturers, ShinMaywa.
Signed at DSEI Japan, the two companies will work together to establish best practice in the implementation of Digital Engineering processes for aircraft design and manufacturing. Best known for the US-2 Flying Boat produced for Japan's Maritime Self Defence Force, ShinMaywa has extensive aerostructures experience and is looking at the potential of introducing full Digital Engineering processes.
Initial work is scheduled to start this month (March 2023), and will seek to establish how Digital Engineering can enhance ShinMaywa's aircraft and AeroSystems business. Experts from each company will be embedded in the process to support a free and open exchange of knowledge.
This partnership follows on from the UK Ministry of Defence's (MOD) December 2022 announcement of a £9 million contract with AERALIS, that also seeks to learn from their pioneering approach to digital aircraft design, engineering and manufacturing.
In December 2022 the MOD also announced a collaboration between the two nations, confirming they will work together on the Global Combat Air Programme, bringing together their respective expertise on next generation fighter jet technology.
United Airlines targets Chicago for eVTOL air taxi service
United Airlines (UA, Chicago O'Hare) has announced the 2025 launch of another air taxi route, this time in Chicago, as it builds its Archer Aviation electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft urban air mobility (UAM) network. The companies last year announced their first airport-to-city centre route between United's hub at Newark and New York Downtown Manhattan.
In Chicago, the point-to-point ferry will run between Chicago O'Hare and Vertiport Chicago, an expected 10-minute ride compared to...
RAAF Globemaster flies million-year-old ice cores to Hobart
The airlifter safely touched down with the samples in special powered cold boxes as they were transferred from Casey Station to Hobart earlier this month.
Clean Aviation Team Presses For Hybrid-Electric Regional Craft
Development of hybrid-electric regional airliners must happen in sync with the entire aviation 'ecosystem,' according to Clean Aviation partner Leonardo.
Statement on the Canadian Multi-Mission Aircraft (CMMA) for the Royal Canadian Air Force - In the news - Newsroom - PSPC
A Request for Information (RFI) was released in February 2022 to obtain information from industry. Following engagements with industry and Canada's closest allies, the government has determined that the P-8A Poseidon is the only currently available aircraft that meets all of the CMMA operational requirements, namely anti-submarine warfare and C4ISR.
lunes, 27 de marzo de 2023
[Australia] Bader Aero is at the Forefront of Electric Aviation
The global market for electric light aircraft is growing at an unprecedented pace. The increasing demand for environmentally friendly and fuel-efficient aircraft has driven this growth. The market is expected to expand significantly in the coming years, driven by advancements in technology and increasing consumer interest.
Bader Aero has made significant progress in the development of its E22 electric aircraft which promises to be more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective than current gasoline powered derivatives. Ongoing technological advancements covering batteries, electric motors and control systems will provide a range of options to make our current and future electric aircraft designs more accessible to consumers, as they will be safe, more affordable and easier to operate than conventionally powered rivals.
https://www.bader.aero/post/bader-aero-is-at-the-forefront-of-electric-aviation
Northrop Grumman demonstrates platform agnostic in-flight connectivity for USAF
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) successfully demonstrated the technical capability to connect a full aircraft ecosystem. The company showcased its Software Programmable Open Mission Systems Compliant (SPOC) multifunction processor in a flight test for the U.S. Air Force, highlighting the ability to integrate existing and future platforms using advanced data links. "With the maturi
Activity ramps up to advance use of e-fuels and hydrogen in aviation
Research is ramping up on new ways to wean air transport off fossil fuels, with two projects related to both hydrogen and power-to-liquid (PtL) e-fuels having been announced in the USA and Germany this month.
Honeywell Aerospace said on 22 March that it had entered a new partnership with Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Massachusetts, to study
Bjorn’s Corner: New aircraft technologies. Part 5. Optimal fuselage
The article discusses different cross-sections and how these drive drag and weight. The cross-section chosen depends on the... Read More
Report: No turbulence during fatal business jet flight
A report says a woman's fatal injuries aboard a business jet diverted to a Connecticut airport occurred when the aircraft violently bucked up and down as the pilots responded to alerts about the flight stabilizing trim system.
ZeroAvia flies Do 228 solely using ZA600 powertrain as testbed makes third flight
In Flight Global
https://www.flightglobal.com/air-transport/zeroavia-flies-do-228-solely-using-za600-powertrain-as-testbed-makes-third-flight/152618.article Original source: press release published in Facebook:
Flying hydrogen-electric!
Another massive step forwards for the #Do228 testing program with the aircraft performing a leveled flight using only the #ZA600 prototype engine.
During the third flight in the test program, the test crew flew with zero thrust from the conventional turbine engine as the ZA600 entirely powered the testbed aircraft as it circled Cotswold Airport. The flight crew were able to perform tests to confirm the aircraft was able to fly on hydrogen-electric power with the turbine throttled back to simulate a zero thrust. This is all part of our ongoing tests of the powertrain.
The flight consisted of three loops around the airport in Gloucestershire, UK, with a max speed of 130 knots.
Plenty more flying to come as we test the system more as part of our path to certification by 2025. Stay tuned for further updates.
#zeroemission #hydrogen #hydrogenaviation #aviation #aircraft
Higher-airspace operations regulation explored in EASA proposal
Supersonic, hypersonic, and potential suborbital flights are among the considerations in a newly-proposed roadmap to prepare for a future regulatory framework on higher-airspace air transport operations in Europe.
Airbus Final Assembly Line in China delivers its first A321neo
Airbus has delivered the first A321neo aircraft assembled at its Final Assembly Line Asia (FAL Tianjin) to China's Juneyao Air in Tianjin, China. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines and features 207 comfortable seats, 8 in Business and 199 in Economy class. Its delivery flight is to use a ten percent Sustainable Aviation Fuel blend in support of the green aviation strategy in China.
USA:Senators Reintroduce Bill To Raise Pilot Retirement Age to 67
Seven U.S. senators on Tuesday reintroduced a bill to increase the mandatory retirement age for airline pilots from 65 to 67 amid what Sen. Lindsay Graham (R-South Carolina) characterized as a severe and growing pilot shortage. First introduced last summer, the Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act stalled during the last Congressional session and resurfaced this week with bipartisan support.
Helicopter Business Leaders Open the Door to eVTOLs
Rotorcraft industry leaders addressing the Helicopter Investor conference this week in London expressed measured optimism over prospects for the emerging advanced air mobility sector. There was consensus that new eVTOL aircraft will start to be used for some current helicopter use cases,
Sikorsky Starts Layoffs
Amid Contract Dispute Over Next-Gen Helo, Manufacturer Tightens the Belt Sikorsky has begun layoffs of non-union employees at its New Haven, Connecticut facility after apparently losing out on a major government contract to rival Textron subsidiary Bell Helicopter. The Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Program is currently on track to develop the Bell V-280 Valor, a tiltrotor aircraft chosen over Sikorsky's more traditional pusher prop/ dual rotor equipped Defiant X helicopter.
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