viernes, 31 de marzo de 2023

Boeing Contracted To Keep Building More AH-64 Apache Helicopters

US says Russia seeking more NKorean arms, names broker


The White House said Thursday that Russia is seeking more arms from North Korea for the Ukraine war, revealing the identity of a Slovakian man allegedly brokering deals between Moscow and Pyongyang. "We have new information that Russia is actively seeking to acquire additional munitions from North Korea," said 



Boeing Awarded U.S. Air Force KC-46A Upgrade Contract


The Block 1 upgrade will add advanced communications capabilities to further enhance the aircraft's data connectivity and situational awareness




Queensland biofuel refinery to turn agricultural by-products into sustainable aviation fuel


The Qantas Group, Airbus and the Queensland Government are teaming up to invest in a Queensland biofuel production facility being developed by Jet Zero Australia in partnership with leading sustainable aviation fuel technology company LanzaJet


An animated introduction to the world of helicopters


The Airbus Foundation Discovery Space has just launched a brand new animated video mini-series that sheds light on the unique capabilities of helicopters and the vital role they play in emergency missions.



BA to launch visual guide to support people with autism

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/ 

FLIGHT DESIGN REPORTS A SUCCESSFUL SUN ‘n FUN 2023 - FLIGHT DESIGN

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.


https://www.flightglobal.com/defence/russia-claims-stealth-material-breakthrough/152707.article 

Finland to join NATO alliance ‘in the coming days’, following key Turkish approval

US Army Tested APKWS Laser | DoS Approves AH-1W Refurbishment | Finland Orders 155-millimeter Ammunition Parts

BAE Systems and Heart Aerospace to collaborate on battery for electric airplane

Crash of two U.S. Army HH60 Blackhawk helicopters in Kentucky leaves nine fatalities

The Belgian Ministers of Economy and of Defence announce the signature of a service contract with Lockheed Martin aimed at supporting Belgian aeronautical industries to stand out in the F-35 market

NASA’s Dragonfly team soars through major design review

jueves, 30 de marzo de 2023

Boeing’s 1st astronaut flight to space delayed until July

The Italian Air Force Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary With Impressive Flypast Over Rome

ATR chief admits 2022 orders and deliveries below expectations

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".


https://www.flightglobal.com/airlines/european-saf-development-put-back-a-decade-by-us-ira-measures/152690.article 

Failed Flybe was ‘losing millions per month’, say administrators, as total deficiency tops £82m

Russia’s AirBridgeCargo to resume ops with Il-96s

Partnering and integration speeds delivery of a hypersonic missile

Daher Plans To Up Production, Add Hybrid-electric TBM

US Army chooses V-BAT VTOL tail sitter drone as potential RQ-7B Shadow replacement

Primer vuelo de la réplica del autogiro C.4 - Sandglass Patrol

Plana opens U.S. locations to facilitate FAA certification - Vertical Mag

miércoles, 29 de marzo de 2023

US Air Force Plans to End Lockheed Martin Hypersonic Weapon Program - Bloomberg

Pentagon Says Only Half of F-35 Fighter Jet Fleet Is Mission-Ready - Bloomberg

Airbus awards aircraft cargo doors contract to Tata Advanced Systems Ltd.

India's IndiGo expects nearly 50 aircraft in the 12 months

US Army Selects Northrop Grumman, Teamed with Shield AI, for Future Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System Prototype

Navy moves forward with hypersonic, carrier-based weapon

Ryanair appoints former Austrian Minister and former Eurocontrol boss to its Board

NATO Support and Procurement Agency orders additional Airbus A330 MRTT following Belgian decision

Brussels Airport is expecting almost 1.1 million passengers during the Easter holidays

Easter travel begins at Berlin Airport: More than 1.1 million passengers fly to 123 destination

[España] Innovacion, I+D+i y emprendimiento empresarial. Instrumentos del CDTI. Presentación de ayudas del Gobierno de Navarra al emprendimiento.

[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

  • 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.

Continúa leyendo

2023 Sun 'n Fun Innovation Preview

The FAA Says "Zero" Close Calls Should Happen Again

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.




BRP-Rotax, a subsidiary of BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO; NASDAQ:DOOO), is proud to achieve a new level of performance with the launch its Rotax 916iS/c aircraft propulsion system, which makes it perfectly suitable for four-seater planes and for high performance two-seaters. At 85.8 kilograms and a powerful 160 hp, the 916iS/c offers an unprecedented power-to-weight ratio in the light aircraft segment and is available with an impressive 24-volt option for more cockpit features and comfort. The Rotax 916iS/c made its debut today at the SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, showcasing its power for the first time ever in a CubCrafters aircraft, a new customer of BRP-Rotax.

"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

List Of Aircraft Losses During The 2022 Russian Invasion Of Ukraine - Oryx

Lilium and Customcells ramp up silicon anode battery cell production | Lilium N.V.

Lilium releases Fiscal Year 2022 Shareholder Letter | Lilium N.V.

Airbus logra el guiado y control autónomo en vuelo de un dron desde un avión cisterna

 https://blog.sandglasspatrol.com/airbus-logra-el-guiado-y-control-autonomo-en-vuelo-de-un-dron-desde-un-avion-cisterna/

SYMDEX 2023 | Resumen del evento

SYMDEX 2023 | Mesa 1: Planeamiento de Fuerza, de Recursos Materiales y de Recursos Financieros

SYMDEX 2023 | Mesa 4: Cooperación Internacional

SYMDEX 2023 | Mesa 5: Retos Logísticos a corto y medio plazo en los Ejércitos/Armada

SYMDEX 2023 | Mesa 9: Operaciones. Impacto del conflicto Rusia – Ucrania

New RPAS Services Increase Maritime Surveillance Over Gulf of Genova | Unmanned Systems Technology

Aerial Spying By US Drone Might Have Been Okay - The Long Brief

Hungarian parliament ratifies Finland NATO accession

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.


https://www.seattletimes.com/business/billionaire-branson-sits-out-virgin-orbits-costly-flameout/ 

Europe Says Alitalia Must Repay €400M Loan

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.

Continue reading

https://simpleflying.com/airbus-dragonfly-concept-guide/ 

Boeing Statement on Canada’s Multi Mission Aircraft Project

Pilots’ unions form coalition against single-pilot commercial flights

Aerospace supply-chain troubles force US airlines to back off fleet growth

A310 MRTT controls drones autonomously in Auto’Mate air-to-air refuelling demo

https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2023-03-airbus-achieves-in-flight-autonomous-guidance-and-control-of-a?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss

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.  


https://aeralis.com/2023/03/14/aeralis-announces-digital-engineering-contract-with-shinmaywa/ 

Türkiye develops new 'Azab' kamikaze drone

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...
https://www.ch-aviation.com/portal/news/125893-united-airlines-targets-chicago-for-evtol-air-taxi-service 

FedEx Express plots MD-11F phase-out

Lockheed Martin is developing a long-range maneuverable missile for the United States Army.

40 new orders at Heli-Expo 2023 confirm Leonardo’s strong position in the global commercial helicopter market

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.




https://australianaviation.com.au/2023/03/raaf-globemaster-flies-million-year-old-ice-cores-to-hobart/ 

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.


https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/air-transport/2023-03-27/clean-aviation-team-presses-hybrid-electric-regional-craft 

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. 


https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/medias-media/actualites-news/2023-03-27-00-eng.html?s=03 

Vídeo desclasificado sobre la búsqueda de la bomba de Palomares - Sandglass Patrol

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 

USAF Aerospace Engineer explains how Serbs Were Able to Shoot Down An F-117 Stealth Fighter during Operation Allied Force - The Aviation Geek Club

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


Japan Airlines Selects 737-8 to Grow Sustainable World-Class Fleet

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


Almost Half Of All A380s Are Still Stored, Scrapped, Or In Maintenance

Eurofighter to secure 26,000 jobs in Spain until 2060

https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2023-03-eurofighter-to-secure-26000-jobs-in-spain-until-2060?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss

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.


https://www.seattletimes.com/business/report-no-turbulence-during-fatal-business-jet-flight/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_boeing-aerospace 

Bezos’ rocket company pins rocket failure on overheated engine nozzle

Italy One Step Closer To Convert Two ‘Green’ G-550s to EC-37B Compass Call Configuration

Record Broken: What Is The Longest Ever Flight With The Airbus A330-800neo?

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.


https://www.flightglobal.com/aerospace/higher-airspace-operations-regulation-explored-in-easa-proposal/152621.article 

Vertical looks to next phase of VX4 flight tests and targets additional capital raise in 2023

Chinese executive hints at progress with J-20’s new WS-15 engine

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.


https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2023-03-airbus-final-assembly-line-in-china-delivers-its-first-a321neo


 

Russia cannot meet arms delivery commitments because of war, Indian Air Force says | Reuters

U.S. Air Force to test hardware at hypersonic speeds on Varda’s space capsules - SpaceNews

Qatar Airways to retire A380s by 2026 - Al Baker

Eve Announces Collaboration with Ferrovial Vertiports to Explore the Use of Eve’s Urban Air Traffic Management Solutions

Innovative electric articulated buses for the apron of Cologne/Bonn Airport

Belgian Defence Minister Ludivine Dedonder signs for a second “Belgian” A330 MRTT refuelling and transport aircraft

1,000-drone light show coming to Uluru to lure tourists

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.


https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/air-transport/2023-03-22/senators-reintroduce-bill-raise-pilot-retirement-age-67 

EASA Staff Flies Leonardo AW609 Tiltrotor

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,


https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2023-03-24/helicopter-business-leaders-open-door-evtols 

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.



http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=2004f56b-152f-48c0-9abb-2194d2376a04 

Wingcopter Embarks on Hydrogen Powered Partnership

World's first 3D-printed space rocket lifts off

Cheap, fast induction tech enables unlimited-size 3D metal printing

jueves, 23 de marzo de 2023

Boeing fuel tank issue keeps 767 freighters and KC-46 tankers undelivered - The Air Current

Près de Toulouse. Transport du futur ou coquille vide ? Hyperloop TT nous a ouvert ses portes | Actu Toulouse

U.S. RC-135 Intelligence Gathering Jet Flying Unprecedented Mission Inside Finland’s Airspace

Operating from the Finnish airspace, the U.S. ISR (Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance) aircraft can spy on the Russian forces near the border with Finland. Flying as JAKE 11, the Boeing RC-135W Rivet Joint #62-4131 aircraft is [...]


https://theaviationist.com/2023/03/23/u-s-rc-135-intelligence-gathering-jet-flying-unprecedented-mission-inside-finlands-airspace/ 

How The FAA Is Looking To Counteract Increasing Bird Strikes In US Aviation

Lyte Aviation Seeks To Disrupt the eVTOL Market with 40-Seat SkyBus

Japan Airlines Selects 737-8 to Grow Sustainable World-Class Fleet

Rolls-Royce ready to run UltraFan ‘imminently’

Avio Aero gears up to deliver final missing component to Airbus Racer project

[Australia] RAAA joins alliance to push case for regional aviation

The Regional Aviation Association of Australia (RAAA) is one of more than 30 peak bodies that has joined the Regional Australia Institute's (RAI) National Alliance for Regionalisation, which aims to better position the regions for future growth.


https://australianaviation.com.au/2023/03/raaa-joins-alliance-to-push-case-for-regional-aviation/ 

HeliHub.com : ADS calls for action to make eVTOL market a reality in the UK - HeliHub.com

miércoles, 22 de marzo de 2023

Israel strike damages Syria's Aleppo airport: defence ministry


An Israeli air strike hit Syria's Aleppo airport on Wednesday causing damage, the defence ministry said,…

North Korea fires multiple cruise missiles: South's military


North Korea fired multiple cruise missiles Wednesday, Seoul's military said, the latest launch which comes as South Korea and the United States stage major joint military drills. "The South Korean military has detected multiple cruise missiles launched into the East Sea" by North Korea, Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement, referring to the body of water also known as the Sea of

Prototype Of AW249 Attack Helicopter In Combat Livery Flies For The First time

Another AW249 NEES has flown. This one sports the standard olive drab paint scheme used by the Italian Army helicopters. A new Leonardo AW249 NEES (Nuovo Elicottero da Esplorazione e Scorta / New Exploration and Escort [...]

https://theaviationist.com/2023/03/22/prototype-of-aw249-attack-helicopter-in-combat-livery-flies-for-the-first-time/ 

The Role Of Efficient Hydrogen Tank Systems In Revolutionizing Sustainable Aviation

CAA authorises merger of Avianca Group, Grupo Viva

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol views reduction of aircraft movements to 460,000 as a necessary step

Press statement Royal Schiphol Group attends preliminary relief proceedings on 21 March 2023 Schiphol views the temporary reduction in the number of aircraft movements from 500,000 to 460,000 as a necessary interim step which provides certainty and clarity in the short term for local residents, the aviation sector and public authorities. Uncertainty is to no […]


https://www.aviation24.be/airports/amsterdam-schiphol-ams/amsterdam-airport-schiphol-views-reduction-of-aircraft-movements-to-460000-as-a-necessary-step/ 

Relativity Space hopes to live additively ever after with Wednesday’s launch | Ars Technica

Breaking: Lufthansa Confirms The Airbus A380 Will Fly To JFK & Boston

FAA Urges Airlines, Pilots and Others to Take Key Safety Actions

Following the FAA's Safety Summit last week the agency issued a safety alert with specific steps it wants airlines, pilots and others to take. The FAA is urging the following actions:

https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/faa-urges-airlines-pilots-and-others-take-key-safety-actions 

IATA and AWS Launches First Datathon to Boost Diversity in Aviation

Ukrainian pilots can master F-16 jets within six months, says air force commander

How Open-Source Intelligence Is Changing Warfare

RACE Fest 23: Tenemos una cita con la aviación

Nota de Prensa

https://youtube.com/shorts/OFM2omA88Dw


Nos complace anunciar que se llevará a cabo un emocionante evento aeronáutico el próximo 15 de abril en el salón Pérgola del Real aeroclub de España en el aeródromo de Cuatro Vientos. Este evento presentará algunas de las últimas innovaciones en competición aeronáutica y simulación de vuelo, junto con demostraciones de vuelo simulado y oportunidades para que los asistentes conozcan de primera mano: asociaciones, empresas, aviones, equipos y escuelas que trabajan con entusiasmo en favor de esta increíble afición.

El evento comenzará el sábado 15 a las 11:00 am y continuará hasta las 18:00 pm. En la zona Feria los asistentes tendrán la oportunidad de interactuar con expertos en aviación, ingenieros y pilotos, y obtener información detallada sobre las últimas tecnologías en aeronáutica.

También habrá una serie de CHARLAS RACE, sobre temas relacionados con la aviación, incluyendo seguridad en el aire y tecnologías de simulación, impartidas en formato de 18 minutos máximo y presentadas por prestigiosos expertos en cada materia

Contaremos con exhibiciones de patrullas virtuales, LECHUZAS NEGRAS y LEGIO FALCONS, entre otras de nivel internacional.

El evento servirá como plataforma de lanzamiento para la ANRv y My ANRv Tras un largo periodo de trabajo, la ANR, Air Aviation Race, da el paso hacia el mundo virtual convirtiéndose en un nuevo e-sport, lo que marcara un antes y un después tanto en la aviación simulada como en la real, ya que se convierte en una potente herramienta de entrenamiento para los competidores tanto reales como virtuales

Paralelamente se presentarán los PREMIOS ICARO 2023, que ya cuentan con una bellísima escultura creada por el artista eldense, Francis López y que será reproducido en el prestigioso Taller de Piñero.

Y cerrará la jornada la presentación de la Vuelta aérea del RACE 2023, y COPA DEL REY, que tendrá lugar durante el mes de junio y que trae bastantes novedades. Los aspectos más destacados del evento incluirán demostraciones de vuelo de simuladores de última generación Los asistentes tendrán la oportunidad de subir a bordo de algunos aviones y ver de cerca el interior de las cabinas, los sistemas de navegación y los controles de vuelo, y participarán en sorteos de Vuelos reales y muchas más sorpresas

Este evento es una oportunidad única para que los aficionados a la aviación y los interesados en la tecnología aeroespacial experimenten de primera mano los últimos avances en la industria. También es una oportunidad para que la prensa conozca de cerca los últimos avances y desarrollos de la industria.

Esperamos verlos allí y compartir juntos una emocionante experiencia aeronáutica.

martes, 21 de marzo de 2023

Why NASA Flew Russia's Concorde Challenger

Bell APT Autonomous Cargo Drone Crashes in Texas

USA: Balloonists Get Break On ADS-B - AVweb

https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/balloonists-get-break-on-ads-b/ 

The FAA and the lighter-than-air industry have reached a longer-lasting agreement on ADS-B equipage and controlled airspace operations. Going forward, balloon operators who want to operate in Class C airspace can sign a letter of agreement with the FAA that sets out ground rules. 

CONFERENCIA "EL AVIÓN DE TRANSPORTE A400M Y LA FÁBRICA AERONÁUTICA DE SAN PABLO DE SEVILLA" - YouTube

https://youtu.be/mhsD3m1n0Ls

Conferencia enmarcada en la programación del curso académico 2022-2022 de la Real Academia de San Romualdo de Ciencias, Letras y Artes, titulada "El avión de transporte A400M y la fábrica aeronáutica de San Pablo de Sevilla", a cargo de D. Luis Torres García, ingeniero industrial. Martes 7 de febrero de 2023. 

Loss of control in flight: Airbus puts the emphasis on training


Safety is an Airbus priority. We aim at continuously and proactively improving the safety of operations of our products.



Pontifications: Complacency, arrogance isn’t a Boeing exclusive



Airbus is resting on its laurels while Boeing struggles to recover from one crisis after another since the March 2019 grounding of the global 737 MAX fleet. Multiple sources tell me that... Read More

As Poland sends MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, UK considers supplying RAF Eurofighters for gifted Fulcrums to Ukraine

RAF Tornado F3 crew members tell the story of a tense mission flown to intercept an IrAF MiG-25 Foxbat the night before the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom - The Aviation Geek Club

China says deadly 2022 plane crash still being investigated

Air Tanzania & Air Senegal Team Up To Take Action Over Airbus A220 Groundings

US military aviators see substantially higher rates of cancer than general population

Russia: Restoration progresses on C-47 recovered from Siberian tundra

The Thunderbirds, the Air Force flight demonstration squadron, and the Blue Angels, the Navy's flight demonstration squadron, perform joint training over Naval Air Facility El Centro, Calif., Feb. 28, 2023.


https://www.flightglobal.com/air-transport/restoration-progresses-on-c-47-recovered-from-siberian-tundra/152550.article 

Russian airlines struggle with SSJ spares, fuel in Türkiye

IATA boss warns Pakistan over $290mn in blocked funds

Sydney Airport’s CEO says domestic aviation recovery now ‘stagnant’

Northrop Grumman and IHI partner to develop patrol satellites

Gripen E: Controlando o espectro eletromagnético - criando o domínio do ar - Poder Aéreo

Virgin Orbit in jeopardy: Will Branson’s company return to space?

CN-235 and C-295 - Spanish transports

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiOr-eHYMP8 

00:00 - Introduction
00:46 - Cooperation between Spain and Indonesia
02:10 - Description of CN-235
04:29 - Prototypes and tests
05:47 - Production and supply of CN-235
07:56 - CASA and IPTN divorce
08:19 - The IPTN project
08:56 - The CASA project
09:13 - Description of C-295
11:41 - Implementation of the C-295 program
13:13 - Conclusion

Celebrating Jerrie Mock, the First Woman to Fly Around the World | National Air and Space Museum

lunes, 20 de marzo de 2023

Blue versus red: Europe wins

Across Europe, in France, Germany and Spain, Airbus and its partners are working at full speed to ensure that the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) will be operational by 2040.

Would A Stretched A220-500 Make Sense For Airbus In The Current Market?

How Patents Are Helping Us To Visualize The Future Of Flying

Airbus reports share buyback transactions 13-17 March 2023

Confirmed: In July 2022, North Macedonia sent its Su-25 Grachs to Ukraine

The Fusion JC7 Flying Car Soars Like a Jet and Looks Like a Bugatti – Robb Report

easyJet Cabin Crew In Portugal To Strike Next Month

Turquía: presentación su caza TF-X y de su UAV ala volante

 https://blog.sandglasspatrol.com/turquia-presentacion-su-caza-tf-x-y-presentacion-de-su-uav-ala-volante/

Turkey's ANKA-3 Flying Wing Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle Emerges

Space industry deals with launch shortage - SpaceNews

domingo, 19 de marzo de 2023

Poland and Slovakia to transfer MiG-29 planes to Ukraine; W.House still opposes move


Polish President Andrzej Duda on Thursday said the EU member would deliver an initial batch of four Soviet-designed MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine soon. "In the coming days we will first transfer, if I remember correctly, four fully operational planes to Ukraine," Duda told reporters. "Additional planes are currently in preparation, under maintenance, and will probably be transferred suc…


How Geraldine Mock Became The First Female Pilot To Fly Solo Around The World

March 19, 2023, marks the 49th anniversary of Geraldine "Jerrie" Mock setting off to become the first female pilot to fly solo around the world. Born in Newark, Ohio, on November 22, 1925. Her interest and love of flying began at the age of seven when she and her father went for a flight in a Ford Trimotor.



https://simpleflying.com/geraldine-mock-first-female-solo-circumnavigation-story/ 

DVIDS - News - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Enhancing U.S. Navy, NATO Capabilities

B-21 first flight running ‘a few months’ behind

Inmarsat and Heron to Enable Uncrewed Aircraft in Singapore


Inmarsat has welcomed Singapore-based Heron AirBridge as the latest company to join its Velaris Partner Network, following a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed today at Drones Asia.

Bjorn’s Corner: New aircraft technologies. Part 4. Fuselage trades


This is a summary of the article New aircraft technologies. Part 4P. Fuselage trades. In the article, we discuss the trade-offs involved in designing a fuselage of an airliner with 250 seats... Read More


WARPLANES: Why Everyone Wants F-16s

A Look At Airbus And Boeing's Presence In India

Why Embraer's E-Jet Is The Right Aircraft For Asia

Industry Research Forecasts First eVTOL Routes And Use Cases

2023 Update: What's The Latest On The Boeing 777X?

Germany to buy Airbus civil helicopter and convert for combat, Business Insider reports | Reuters

90 años del vuelo de Rein Loring a Manila en su Comper Swift

Hace 90 años, despegaba de Cuatro Vientos Rein Loring en su Comper Swift rumbo a Filipinas. Un vuelo de más de 15.000 km que le haria entrar en la historias de la aviación


Página 90, los vuelos de Fernando Rein Loring a Manila

sábado, 18 de marzo de 2023

Here’s why the MiG-25 Foxbat was never as fast as the SR-71 (and why Soviets never developed their own Blackbird) - The Aviation Geek Club

Iberia Airport Services recibe la certificación ISO 45001 de su sistema de Gestión de Seguridad y Salud

  •  Audelco ha sido el garante del cumplimiento de los estándares internacionales 
  • La división de Aeropuertos de Iberia ha conseguido esta certificación en apenas tres meses
  • La obtención de este certificado se produce en pleno proceso de licitación de los concursos de handling. Las personas son uno de los principales pilares sobre los que Iberia Airport Services ha construido su oferta para hacerse con las licencias en 41 aeropuertos españoles

 

https://grupo.iberia.es/pressrelease/details/14907


https://youtu.be/3WenDZie0GE

Podcast: Interceptando aviones en espacio aéreo internacional, con Carlos González

 

Podcast: Interceptando aviones en espacio aéreo internacional, con Carlos D. González. Repaso a esa costumbre de volar cerca de otros países para obtener datos de inteligencia, las intercepciones y, claro, como no, el derribo del Reaper en el Mar Negro.


https://blog.sandglasspatrol.com/podcast-interceptando-aviones-en-espacio-aereo-internacional-con-carlos-gonzalez/

[ANALYSIS] What is Russia’s actual intent in promulgating NOTAMS in the Black Sea?

Rolls-Royce secures funds to develop nuclear reactor for moon base | Rolls-Royce | The Guardian

Boeing and Airbus search for highly skilled talent in India

Slovakia Has Approved The Transfer of 13 MiG-29s to Ukraine

Why Do Air Crash Investigations Take So Long?

Boeing will build E-model AH-64s for the U.S. Army and international operators

Un F-18 del Ala 46 contribuye a la resolución de una emergencia de una aeronave civil

La aeronave civil despegó del aeropuerto de Gran Canaria en torno a las 12:30 de la mañana (hora insular), cuando a la hora de recoger el tren de aterrizaje tuvo el aviso de 'fallo de tren'. Ante la gravedad de la situación, el comandante de la aeronave ascendió hasta 8000 pies, se dirigió al sur de la isla y empezó a orbitar con el objetivo de consumir combustible para aligerar peso ante la posibilidad de un aterrizaje de emergencia.

https://ejercitodelaire.defensa.gob.es/EA/ejercitodelaire/es/noticias/noticia/Un-F-18-del-Ala-46-contribuye-a-la-resolucion-de-una-emergencia-de-una-aeronave-civil/# 

viernes, 17 de marzo de 2023

Our First Full Look At Turkey's New TF-X Stealthy Fighter | The Drive

Italy To Upgrade Its C-27J Spartan Tactical Airlifters

Russia Has Allocated $4 Billion For Purchasing Foreign Leased Aircraft

Turkey Stops Servicing Russian-Operated Boeing Aircraft

Effective from March 14th, Turkish airport facilities are banned from providing fuel and related services to Boeing jets operated by Russian airlines. The decision comes directly from the government and was announced by its Ministry of Customs and Trade. While it appears that Russian airlines will still be able to fly to and through Turkey, this has resulted in airlines deploying Airbus jets to the country instead.



https://simpleflying.com/turkey-stops-servicing-russian-airbus-boeing-aircraft/ 

Qantas Crew Told To Fly Through Radio Interference Allegedly From Chinese Military

Local authority loans HAV £7 million to build Airlander 10 in Doncaster

Cabin comfort and cold-weather tests beckon for A321XLR prototype

STELIA Aéronautique Canada devient Airbus Atlantic Canada

STELIA Aéronautique Canada, filiale à 100% d'Airbus Atlantic, annonce aujourd'hui son changement de nom pour devenir Airbus Atlantic Canada. Cette nouvelle appellation entre en vigueur en ce jour.

https://www.airbus.com/fr/newsroom/press-releases/2023-03-stelia-aeronautique-canada-devient-airbus-atlantic-canada?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss 

Air Force Won’t Buy Hypersonic Missiles in 2024, Official Says - Defense One

Virgin Orbit suspends operations; seeks additional funding

Launch of the Task Force on the Fighter of the Future.

In the coming weeks, the Belgian Royal High Institute for Defence will bring together important players from the Belgian industry in the framework of the working group "Next Generation Combat Aircraft Technologies". As foreseen in the 'Defence, Industry & Research Strategy' of Minister of Defence Ludivine Dedonder https://dedonder.belgium.be/en, this working group will examine the possibilities […]


https://www.aviation24.be/manufacturers/launch-of-the-task-force-on-the-fighter-of-the-future/ 

NASA and Axiom Space unveil Moon-bound Artemis III spacesuit

Australian startup tapped to provide airborne hypersonic testing platform for Pentagon | DefenseScoop

Chinese made truck mounted swarm drone launcher that can simultaneously launch up to 200 drones - YouTube

What lies behind a string of US airline near-misses? - BBC News

FedEx readjusts air network again amid sharp volume declines - FreightWaves

jueves, 16 de marzo de 2023

Poland to send Ukraine four MiG-29 jets in coming days | Reuters

US Navy’s ‘Highly Secretive’ F/A-XX Fighter Jet Could Be Deployed By 2030-35 That Will Replace Super Hornets

Russia begins naval drills with China, Iran


Russia said Wednesday it had started naval exercises with China and Iran in the Arabian Sea as it seeks to shore up ties with Beijing and Tehran. The Russian defence ministry said in a statement that the trilateral exercises dubbed the "Marine Security Belt 2023" had begun in the vicinity of the Iranian port of Chabahar. The naval part of the drills will take place on Thursday and Friday


IAEA says 2.5 tons of uranium missing from Libyan site



The UN's nuclear watchdog said two and a half tons of natural uranium had gone missing from a Libyan site and "may present a radiological risk," according to a confidential report seen by AFP on Thursday. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors on Tuesday found that "10 drums containing approximately 2.5 tons of natural uranium in the form of uranium ore concentrate...

New Zealand: the NH90 on every front


The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) retired its fleet of UH-1H Iroquois in 2015 and now operates NH90s. The RNZAF was looking for a very versatile helicopter and that is exactly what it found with the TTH variant of the NH90.



1st Video Of Russian Long-Range 'TrAMP' Drone Surfaces Online; Can Be Used For Combat Ops & Travel Upto 600 Km

Why Boeing And Airbus Have No Competition

Revealed: The European Countries That Have Recovered Quickest From The Pandemic

The Historical Role Of Autogyro Aircraft In Australian Aviation

Readout from the FAA Aviation Safety Summit Breakout Panels

More than 200 safety leaders from across the aviation industry met in specific breakout sessions to discuss ways to enhance flight safety as part of the FAA's Aviation Safety Summit.


https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/readout-faa-aviation-safety-summit-breakout-panels 

US's Atlas Air warns of global freighter shortage

Emirates ramps up operations across continents

Virgin Orbit pausing operations, furloughs staff

Savoie. Un avion de tourisme se renverse sur le glacier de l’Étendard : deux blessés