Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
As urban populations continue to grow and traffic congestion worsens, cities are looking to the skies for new solutions to transportation problems. UAM presents a bold vision for the future, one where cities are interconnected, not by gridlocked roads, but by a network of aerial highways. It’s a vision where the skies above our cities […]
The U.S. Department of Defence has initiated a new project to transform two General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) MQ-20 Avengers into advanced air-to-air adversary surrogates for fighter pilot training. This development is part of Project Red 5, a $98 million prototyping initiative spearheaded by the Test Resource Management Center (TRMC), a division under the
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Air travel has long been a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, with airplanes emitting various particles and gases, including carbon dioxide (CO₂), which constitutes 65% of global greenhouse emissions. While CO₂ naturally occurs in the atmosphere, its excessive accumulation from human activities traps heat, leading to global warming. As awareness of environmental impact
GE Aerospace announced the successful completion of the first stage of their global research with Airbus Helicopters aimed at developing a revolutionary next-generation helicopter propulsion system. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the collaboration between the two industry leaders, with the ultimate goal of developing an engine that sets new standards in efficiency, reliability,
GE AEROSPACE, AIRBUS COMPLETE FIRST STAGE OF NEXT-GEN HELICOPTER PROPULSION SYSTEM STUDYRead More »
A recent study by European aircraft manufacturer Airbus has revealed that West Africa is on the brink of an aviation revolution, thanks to its rapidly growing population, diverse economies, and strategic geographical location. The report, titled *”Exploring the Horizons: A Study of Unserved Air Routes to, from, and within Africa,”* identifies significant opportunities for new
WEST AFRICA POISED FOR AVIATION GROWTH: AIRBUS STUDY REVEALS UNTAPPED ROUTE POTENTIALRead More »
A recent report by Allianz Commercial reveals that crashes and collisions account for a significant portion of aviation insurance claims over the past five years, totaling $15 billion. According to the analysis of 32,000 industry claims from 2019 to 2024, these incidents represent 63% of the total value of claims and a third by number.
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A coalition of business aviation groups is urging the Biden administration to adopt a consistent and adaptable approach in developing rules for quantifying and verifying greenhouse gas emissions from feedstocks used in producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). These forthcoming rules will play a crucial role in determining the level of tax incentives available to SAF
BUSINESS AVIATION SAF COALITION ADVOCATES FOR FLEXIBLE USDA BIOFUEL RULESRead More »
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced a signed purchase agreement for a SUBARU Bell 412EPX to the Sarajevo Canton Ministry of Interior, forming the agency’s first helicopter unit. The aircraft will support medical transport, citizen evacuation, and assistance in the event of natural disasters and incidents. “Through great collaboration with
The Farnborough International Airshow, a biennial event near London, is a focal point for the aviation industry, drawing airlines, engine manufacturers, and suppliers from across the globe. This year’s show, held from July 22 to 26, marked a significant milestone for GE Aerospace as the company made its debut as a standalone entity. The company
GE AEROSPACE WRAPS UP SUCCESSFUL WEEK AT 2024 FARNBOROUGH AIRSHOW WITH NEW INNOVATIONSRead More »
Safran Aircraft Engines, a world-leading aircraft engine manufacturer, has announced at the Farnborough International Airshow the construction in Querétaro of a new maintenance shop and the extension of its production plant, both dedicated to the CFM LEAP[1] engine. The announcement was made by the Governor of Querétaro Mauricio Kuri, along with Olivier Andriès, CEO of
