New stealth bomber will rival USAF's B-21 Raider, China claims A Chinese drone manufacturer claims to have created a stealth bomber that rivals the US Air Force's B-21 Raider, which is currently in development. Zhongtian Feilong Intelligent Technology (ZFIT) has…
Airbus launches shake-up of aerostructures activity in Europe Airbus has provided more details of its industrial shake-up in Europe, primarily regarding aerostructures activities in France and Germany. The aircraft manufacturer has reaffirmed its intention to build a stronger…
Boeing delivers next F-15EX to US Air Force ahead of schedule A Boeing-led industry team has delivered a second F-15EX fighter aircraft to the US Air Force earlier than the contract requirement. The result of a collaboration across industry, the US…
Three new helicopters join QinetiQ fleet at MoD Boscombe Down QinetiQ’s latest multi-million-pound investment in three new helicopters will extend the fleet of aircraft available to ETPS and trials customers and give talented pilots, engineers and aircrew access to the…
Bucher launches ultralight Bionic Partition Bucher’s new ultralight Bionic Partition is contributing to the consistent weight reduction of the A320 family for extended range, increased payload, reduced fuel consumption and maximum safety for passengers and…
Boeing wins another 737 MAX order for 15 aircraft Aircraft lessor Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) is growing its Boeing 737 MAX portfolio with an order for 15 737-8 jets. DAE had been investing in the 737 MAX by buying…
Muirhead now an approved service centre for Astronics test systems Muirhead Avionics has signed an agreement with Astronics Test Systems as an approved service centre. Muirhead will carry out calibration on the CTS 6000 range of communication testers, commencing with…
US Navy reveals more on plans for sixth generation fighter jet The US Navy has revealed more information on its plans for a sixth generation fighter jet, commonly referred to as F/A-XX. The service branch is leading a development programme, called…
400 ton titanium hot forming press delivered to aerospace supplier Beckwood Press Company, a manufacturer of custom hydraulic and servo-electric presses, automation systems, and the Triform line of precision forming equipment, has delivered a 400-ton hydraulic hot forming press to…
SpaceX to land NASA astronauts on the moon with its Starship NASA has selected SpaceX's Starship to land the first astronauts on the lunar surface since the Apollo programme. Sustaining a human presence on the Moon will require the safe and…
Erickson named chief people & diversity officer of Incora Incora has announced that Kevin Erickson has been appointed chief people and diversity officer. Effective April 19, 2021, Erickson leads the company’s global human resources (HR) function, with responsibility for…
NASA’s Ingenuity: first ever powered aircraft on another planet NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter has become the first aircraft ever to make a powered, controlled flight on another planet. The Ingenuity team at the agency’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California…
First P-8 Poseidon aircraft for Norway moves into assembly The first P-8A Poseidon fuselage for Norway has arrived at Boeing’s factory in Renton, Washington, from Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, Kansas. This marks a major milestone in the production of…
US Air Force just revealed a first look at its new fighter jet The US Air Force has revealed concept art of its new fighter jet that was designed, built and tested in secret. Last September, USAF's top acquisition official, Will Roper, told…
Senior invests in Stratasys FDM 3D printers Senior Aerospace BWT has enhanced its additive manufacturing capabilities by installing Stratasys 3D printers to spearhead the design, production and deployment of 3D-printed interior aircraft parts for its customers. Located…
Brookhouse Aerospace announces Kaman MBO Brookhouse Aerospace has announced the completion of a management buyout (MBO) of Kaman Corporation on 3rd February 2021, led by Group CEO, Christopher Morris, and Group CFO Matthew Rossiter. The…
thyssenkrupp materials expertise boosts University rocketry team thyssenkrupp Materials UK has announced its sponsorship of Glasgow University (GU) Rocketry team, with its ongoing aerospace projects. GU Rocketry is a student-led research group, part of the Engineering Department…
Airbus reduces Beluga’s environmental impact Airbus has taken the next step in reducing its industrial carbon footprint with the maiden flight of a Beluga super-transporter using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from the aerospace company’s Broughton…
Project profession sees shift to a permanent remote working model As the government’s roadmap to easing lockdown restrictions continues, almost half (49%) of project professionals have revealed that their company is moving to a permanent remote working model for staff.…
First Danish F-35 fighter jet debuts at Lockheed Martin plant The first F-35A for the Royal Danish Air Force has been rolled out at Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, Texas, for the first time. This major F-35 programme milestone strengthens…
Vallair adds A330 aerostructure repair capabilities Vallair has increased its MRO offering to include A330 aerostructure repair capabilities. The capability will be offered at its facility in Châteauroux, France where it currently repairs a variety of…
TE debuts the VPX stacking connector TE Connectivity (TE) has released VPX stacking connectors compliant to the VITA 46 footprint. This connector system allows users to cable off the backplane or plug-in card for rugged, embedded…
Hudson appointed as COO to support Trackwise’s expansion Trackwise has announced the appointment of Steve Hudson as chief operating officer. He will support CEO, Philip Johnston in executing the company’s strategy and vision as Trackwise expands to serve…
Farsound’s Canadian team confirm lease on a new Toronto facility As part of its international growth programme, Farsound’s Canadian team has announced that it has signed a lease on a larger facility in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The company will lease…
