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In a landmark development for aviation technology, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has secured a pivotal contract to build production representative flight test articles of the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) for the U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s (AFLCMC) Advanced Aircraft Division. This significant milestone underscores GA-ASI’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of […]
In a strategic move towards advancing maritime technology, ShinMaywa Industries has clinched a pivotal Japanese government contract to develop an unmanned flying boat. This revolutionary aircraft will serve as a mothership for deploying autonomous unmanned vehicles (AUVs), heralding a new era in ocean exploration and surveillance. Securing the prestigious award in July 2023, ShinMaywa Industries
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In today’s dynamic business environment, flight departments play a crucial role in mirroring the practices of well-managed companies. Recognising this, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) unveils the newly updated Management Guide, serving as the industry’s premier resource for aviation team leadership. Exclusively available to NBAA members online, this comprehensive guide equips professionals with the
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In a groundbreaking move poised to revolutionise regional travel in the Middle East and Africa, Dubai-based company Aviterra has placed an order for over 100 PAL-V Liberty flying vehicles from PAL-V, the Netherlands-headquartered pioneer in personal air and land vehicles. Aviterra, renowned for its expertise in aviation and aerospace component manufacturing, envisions bringing the concept
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TCab Tech has announced the successful closure of its Series A financing, raising an additional £20 million. The investment has been secured from a strategic investment fund, with plans to introduce the air-taxi application in the Middle East region. TCab’s passenger-carrying E20 eVTOL features a tilt-rotor configuration, accommodating five individuals (one pilot and four passengers).
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AutoFlight, the pioneering British aerospace manufacturer, recently delivered its inaugural Prosperity I eVTOL aircraft to an undisclosed Japanese entity. The announcement, made on 3rd April, signifies a significant milestone in the company’s endeavours as the aircraft begins its journey to the customer’s location in Japan. Moreover, AutoFlight has attained type certification for its autonomous CarryAll
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Green Aerolease, Europe’s premier electric aircraft rental company, is expanding its services to include low-consumption thermal-powered flight training aircraft, boasting a remarkable 50% reduction in fuel consumption compared to conventional models. To mitigate residual CO2 emissions, the company offsets them through the utilization of electric aircraft, facilitated by the Aero4Good association. This innovative approach enables
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NASA’s Ingenuity Mars helicopter, weighing 4 pounds (1.8 kilograms), experienced a communication loss during its 72nd flight on Mars on January 18. The helicopter successfully climbed to its designated altitude of 40 feet (12 meters) but lost communication with the Perseverance rover, acting as a relay to Earth, during its planned descent. The Ingenuity team
The Indian Navy has welcomed its inaugural indigenous medium-altitude long-endurance drone, the Drishti 10 Starliner unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), marking a significant advancement in its intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar highlighted the drone’s role as a potent force multiplier in addressing diverse security challenges within the Indian Ocean region.
British startup Hill Helicopters recently revealed its HX50 turbine-powered light rotorcraft prototypes at a glamorous event in Duxford, England, on December 6. Founder Jason Hill expressed optimism about the helicopter’s future, emphasizing its potential in advanced air mobility and commercial viability. The company aims to challenge traditional aviation norms by reducing ownership barriers and keeping
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