martes, 31 de octubre de 2023
lunes, 30 de octubre de 2023
Ballistic multi-parachute system saves eVTOL in low-altitude fall
What happens when something goes very wrong in an eVTOL aircraft? China's AeroHT has released video of its innovative low-altitude multi-parachute system turning a catastrophic propulsion system failure into a soft-ish landing from just 50 m (164 ft) up.
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domingo, 29 de octubre de 2023
US shoots down attack drone in Iraq
American forces shot down an attack drone on Friday near a base where the country's troops are deployed in western Iraq, a US defense official said.
Aviation industry seeks to prove SAF can reduce contrail formation
A new Boeing ecoDemonstrator flight-test program to measure how sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) affect non-CO2 emissions will add further data to previous studies which have suggested that cleaner-burning jet fuels could produce up to 70% fewer planet-warming contrails.
sábado, 28 de octubre de 2023
Van’s currently faces serious cash flow issues
Business Announcement from Van's Founder Dick VanGrunsven - Van's Aircraft Total Performance RV Kit Planes
viernes, 27 de octubre de 2023
Flying Firefighters Upgrading to Universal Avionics
De Havilland Canada is developing upgrades and forward-fit installations of a Universal Avionics integrated flight deck for its CL-215T, CL-415, and DHC-515 firefighting twin turboprops
Sergey Brin's 400-foot airship reportedly cleared for takeoff
Google co-founder Sergey Brin quietly founded LTA Research in 2015, and its massive Pathfinder 1 rigid airship prototype is preparing for its first outdoor flights, with a view to speeding up disaster response and starting zero-infrastructure cargo flights.
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jueves, 26 de octubre de 2023
UMILES Next becomes Crisalion Mobility - Vertical Mag
Crisalion Mobility is the new name for UMILES Next, a Spanish designer and developer of advanced electric mobility solutions.
miércoles, 25 de octubre de 2023
Senate Gives Unanimous Approval for Whitaker FAA Nom
In a rare show of unanimity, the U.S. Senate on Tuesday voted 98-0 to confirm the nomination of Michael Whitaker to serve as FAA administrator for a five-year term. That vote followed a procedural vote of 94-0 to invoke cloture, or cut off debate, that was held to ensure that the nomination could not get hung up by other issues
World's largest under 25kg quadcopter drone takes flight
The UK Civil Aviation Authority allows UAVs with a takeoff weight under 25 kg (55 lb) to fly without special dispensations, so the Manchester team came up with a design that weighed 24.5 kg (54 lb) to sneak under the limit.
Shenzhou XVII space mission ready to launch
Shenzhou XVII space mission ready to launch https://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Shenzhou_XVII_space_mission_ready_to_launch_999.html
Estudio de la efectividad medioambiental de las medidas restrictivas de los vuelos domésticos en España [pdf]
Informe del COIAE (Colegio Oficial de Ingenieros Aeronáuticos de España)
martes, 24 de octubre de 2023
Drones shot down in attack on US troops in Syria: Iraq condemns attacks on US forces
Two drones were shot down Monday during an attempted attack on a base housing US forces in Syria, the Pentagon said, after a militant group claimed to have targeted American troops. Armed factions close to Iran have threatened to attack US interests over Washington's support for Israel since Hamas militants killed more than 1,400 people in a shock cross-border attack from Gaza on October 7.
Lockheed bows out, Airbus plows ahead in USAF tanker procurement; Boeing favored
By Scott Hamilton Oct. 24, 2023, © Leeham News: Lockheed Martin Co. (LMCO) threw in the towel on Oct. 23, announcing it will not submit information to the US Air Force for the KC-Y aerial refueling tanker procurement.... Read More
Newest version of Apache completes first flight
The newest version of the AH-64E Apache successfully flew in Mesa, Ariz., on Oct. 11, 2023. The Version 6.5 is the next configuration of the world's premier attack helicopter.
The modernization of the V6.5 enables the entire E model fleet to be aligned under the same software, streamlining training and maintenance while providing a pathway for sensor and capability parity
Saab Receives Order for Gripen C/D Upgrade
Saab has received an additional order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to ensure the continued operation and capability enhancement of Gripen C/D. The order is valued at SEK 579 million.
lunes, 23 de octubre de 2023
NASA JPL’s Voyager Team Is Patching Up Both Voyagers’ Firmware | Hackaday
It's not every day that you get to update the firmware on a device that was produced in the 1970s, and rarely is said device well beyond the boundaries of our solar system. This is however exactly what the JPL team in charge of the Voyager 1 & 2 missions are facing, as they are in the process of sending fresh firmware patches over to these amazing feats of engineering.
Airbus and Northrop Grumman sign strategic partnership in UK military satellite communications bid
London, 23 October 2023 - Airbus and United States-headquartered defence prime Northrop Grumman announced today the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop and foster a strategic partnership in military satellite communications for the UK's future wideband SKYNET military satellite communications programme.
Space lasers aren’t just for James Bond
Airbus and Xenesis are ready to bring a new means of broadband communication to the ISS
Pentagon report details China's fast-growing nuclear arsenal
The Pentagon warns in a new report released Thursday that China has at least 500 nuclear warheads in its arsenal, 100 more than last year, and well over previous projections. China is expanding its Navy and producing additional weapons, according to The Defense Department's China Military Power Report, which has grown to more than 370 ships from 340 a year ago, the report said, and leap
sábado, 21 de octubre de 2023
viernes, 20 de octubre de 2023
DARPA-funded team proposes "sweating" hypersonic missiles to beat heat
In a significant development to overcome the challenges posed by hypersonic missiles, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has turned to an unusual but effective solution: making the missile "sweat." Researchers at the RTX Technology Research Center, under the guidance of John Sharon, are developing a cooling mechanism that leverages transpiration cooling channels in the tip of
Pioneering a robust robotics strategy
Robots will play an integral role in the future of aircraft manufacturing. The Airbus robotics strategy aims to future-proof operations
Shield AI unveils V-BAT teams
Shield AI announced the official launch of its V-BAT Teams product. V-BAT Teams enables multiple V-BATs to autonomously execute missions in electronically contested environments while reading and reacting to external factors.
Insitu Pacific, Innovaero to develop uncrewed long-range concept
Insitu Pacific and Innovaero will collaborate on an integrated solution for a long-range strike capability using uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), providing a versatile solution in an increasingly complex battlespace
Study suggests trains could replace thousands of flights from Amsterdam Schiphol by 2030
A recent study by the Knowledge Institute for Mobility Policy (KiM) reveals that by 2030, trains have the potential to replace around 5,600 flights annually from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to 13 European cities within 800 kilometres of Amsterdam. The study examined developments in rail services connecting Amsterdam to cities such as London, Paris, Berlin, and […]
jueves, 19 de octubre de 2023
Lilium Jet Becomes First eVTOL for Private Sale in the U.S. in Pioneering Partnership with EMCJET - Lilium
Texas-based EMCJET, responding to premium market interest, secures production slots for the first U.S. Lilium Pioneer Edition Jets
Marks the first time Lilium Jets, or any eVTOL aircraft, will be available for private purchase in the U.S. market
Initial sales focus will be on customers in key Texas cities including Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas
miércoles, 18 de octubre de 2023
Anduril releases Anvil-M munition variant of interceptor platform
Anduril unveiled the Anvil-M, a new munitions variant of its autonomous 'Anvil' interceptor drone that can effectively intercept and defeat threats from Group 1 and Group 2 unmanned aircraft systems.
martes, 17 de octubre de 2023
Lufthansa Cargo equips a fourth freighter with CO2-efficient AeroSHARK technology
Lufthansa Cargo has introduced its fourth Boeing 777F freighter equipped with AeroSHARK technology, which mimics shark skin's microscopic structure to reduce aerodynamic drag on the fuselage and engine nacelles. The technology, developed in collaboration with BASF, enhances fuel efficiency and lowers emissions. When applied to Lufthansa Cargo's entire fleet of Boeing 777 freighters, it's expected […]
Aeolus’ assisted reentry, a successful experiment to reduce space debris
On 28 July 2023 Aeolus, a meteorological satellite built by Airbus and operated by the European Space Agency (ESA), bid its farewell, burning up as it reentered the Earth's atmosphere.
Fake X (Twitter) airline accounts solve customer complaints, ask for money
Twitter Becomes Fertile Ground for Airline Rebooking Scams
Chinese military jet intercepts Canadian Forces plane in ‘aggressive manner’ - National | Globalnews.ca
At least two different Chinese jets intercepted the Canadian plane consistently for multiple hours during the more than eight-hour-long mission. The Chinese jets came within about five metres of the Canadian plane.
lunes, 16 de octubre de 2023
Cuaderno de inteligencia nº 1. Inteligencia: situación actual y desafíos futuros
Autor: Escuela Superior de las Fuerzas Armadas (ESFAS)
Un repaso a la organización del subsistema de inteligencia del Ejército de Tierra (ET), como prolongación del sistema de inteligencia de las FAS (SIFAS), considerando que dentro del subsistema ocupa un lugar relevante la cuestión de la formación del analista.
domingo, 15 de octubre de 2023
Northrop Grumman to Create Constellation of Connectivity for Air Force Research Laboratory
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is working with the Air Force Research Laboratory to integrate commercial space internet into airborne platforms, advancing connectivity for warfighters and supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) vision for Joint All-Domain Command and Control. This capability will: + Enable the warfighter to securely share data and synchronize operations
sábado, 14 de octubre de 2023
Boeing says it’s investigating 737 MAX quality issues; shares drop
Widening checks and potential rework on the 737 MAX 8 raise new uncertainties around Boeing's fourth quarter deliveries and financial prospects.
viernes, 13 de octubre de 2023
Barcelona will host the ninth edition of UNVEX as the only event in Europe addressed to the entire community of unmanned systems
● UNVEX becomes international maintaining its vision: To grow up with the market, across the board
● Organizers expect to break records of exhibitors, attendees and visitors
Madrid, 10 de octubre de 2023. The ninth edition of UNVEX will take place from 4 to 6 June 2024 at Fira de Barcelona. A unique event where the unmanned systems community will meet to shape the future of this technology and its markets that are set to play an essential role in our life.
After the success of UNVEX 2022 that counted with 52 exhibitors, more than 2,500 visitors, 410 conference Delegates, 94 Speakers, including authorities from 11 institutions, both national and international, and 5 systems in live demonstration, the aim of UNVEX 2024 is to boost the international market, through technology, cooperation and the necessary financing.
The one-stop-shop for a truly professional meeting
UNVEX is designed to integrate all applications: security, transport and commercial in any domain: air, land and sea to generate a truly professional conversation.
Attendees will hear from the leaders to learn about the anticipated future of unmanned systems in all domains in keynote speaker sessions plus four vertical theatres. Find the latest industry solutions in the extensive Exhibition Area (10,000 sq.m.). In addition, there will be a Demonstration Programme taking place on 6 June to showcase the reality of platforms and payloads together with C-UAS systems.
Point of knowledge and exchange since 2010
Since its creation, UNVEX has been the benchmark for a growing sector for which this event is a point of convergence of technologies and opportunities not only to generate demand, but also to find applications to combine with the products themselves. UNVEX 2024 proposes the exchange of knowledge, generating business opportunities, and betting on the future by discovering new applications or collaboration possibilities.
UNVEX 2024 offers companies different possibilities to participate in the event, from sponsorship of the event itself, a stand at the exhibition or participation in the demonstrations.
About UNVEX
UNVEX is a comprehensive event, born in 2010, which has demonstrated its ability to generate business in the seven editions held in Europe plus the four held in Latin America. Designed and developed by IDS, which also has one of the most widely distributed media in the sector www.infodron.es. The content of the conference series is selected by a Technical Committee made up of qualified representatives. The exhibition is the largest ever held in Spain and its demonstrations, pioneering at the time, include all types of remotely unmanned systems.
NASA delays X-59's sonic boom test flight until 2024
NASA on Thursday said it is pushing back the first flight of its experimental X-59 supersonic aircraft to 2024. Though the aircraft had been scheduled to take its first flight this year, NASA said engineering teams involved with the Quesst mission need more time "to fully integrate systems into the aircraft and ensure they work together as expected." NASA also said the team is re
China ups 'military intimidation', Taiwan defence minister says
Taiwan's defence minister said Thursday China has stepped up "military intimidation" this year by flying an increased number of warplanes around the island as well as accelerating the deployment of ballistic missiles. China claims self-ruled Taiwan as part of its territory to be seized one day - by force if necessary - and has ramped up pressure on the island in recent years, staging at le
A 'new front' in Hamas war depends on Israel's actions, says Iran
Iran's foreign minister, whose government supports Hamas and other Middle East militant groups, said on Thursday opening a "new front" against Israel would depend on Israel's actions in Gaza. Although Tehran has been a long-term backer of Hamas, Iranian officials have been adamant that the country had no involvement in the militants' attack against its arch enemy Israel on Saturday
Miami Is Set To Get Electric Seaglider Service To The Caribbean
Two United States (US)-based companies, electric seaglider manufacturer REGENT and the regional air mobility platform Surf Air Mobility, have announced they have partnered to bring electric seaglider travel options from Miami, Florida. The service promises to bring transport services from several points in Southern Florida to the Caribbean Islands
https://simpleflying.com/regent-seagliders-miami-surf-air/ Will There Ever Be An Airbus A390?
Following the rapid retirement of Airbus A380's worldwide, what are the chances that Airbus will ever manufacture an A390? In 2015, American manufacturer Boeing began researching a concept airliner for the middle market known as the 797. Although the plan is currently on hold, will this numerical trend travel across to Boeing's European counterpart?
Boeing, NASA, United Airlines To Test SAF Benefits with Air-to-Air Flights
Boeing ecoDemonstrator Explorer, a 737-10 for United Airlines, will fly on SAF, trailed by NASA's DC-8 Airborne Science Lab measuring non-CO2 emissions
ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY INFRASTRUCTURE READINESS INDEX
A group of panelist at the 2022 EBACE stated that "AAM Is bigger than just aircraft". And, while the majority of the focus has been on the OEMs developing the vehicles, AAM infrastructure plays a critical role in enabling the start and the eventual success of the entire AAM industry. AAM infrastructure is a complex ecosystem made of many interconnected parts - to name a few, landing infrastructure, zoning, permitting, airspace, weather, power sources (electrical, hydrogen), digital infrastructure/cybersecurity, multimodal operations, ground equipment, emergency response equipment, etc.
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Reality Index
The Vertical Flight Society counts over 800 entrants in the AAM industry with new ones added on a weekly basis. OEMs have also attracted significant investment from venture capital, private equity, SPACs, automotive companies, legacy aerospace OEMs and tech companies. However, mixed with the excitement that welcomes every new industry, there is a significant amount of healthy skepticism. With all these entrants and all the interest in the industry, how can companies, suppliers, investors easily understand what companies will come to lead the industry, and which ones will not be as successful as they hoped to be? How "real" is the commitment of a legacy company or a startup to deliver a product to market?
Introducing the AAM Reality Index (ARI)
The ARI is a rating tool, based on
Airbus announces changes to the leadership team
Airbus' leadership team evolves to best address operational challenges as well as strategic and transformational priorities under the lead of CEO Guillaume Faury
EU airspace capacity struggles as flight delays soar by over 400%
A recent report from the Single European Sky's Performance Review Body (PRB) reveals a concerning 400% increase in the average delay per flight in the EU due to inadequate airspace capacity. EU member states have consistently failed to meet performance targets for European airspace, leading to a persistent issue that impacts airline operations and causes […]
Flight safety in Europe is declining: pilots fall asleep in cockpit, crew pressured to work when sick
In a yet-to-be-published study by the Karolinska University in Sweden, a third of 10,000 surveyed pilots and flight attendants express alarming concerns about the declining safety standards in European aviation. The study, obtained […]
First flight for enhanced AH-64E Apache set to replace RAAF Tigers
The upgraded E-model Apache, known as Version 6.5 or V6.5, is the next configuration of the world's premier attack helicopter. Australia plans to acquire 29 AH-64E Apaches to be built by Boeing as part of the multi-billion-dollar LAND 4503 Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter program to replace the Army's troubled ARH
Raytheon to build revolutionary rotating detonation engine for DARPA
DARPA has contracted Raytheon to develop a practical version of a revolutionary air-breathing rotating detonation engine called Gambit, which would have no moving parts and could lead to lighter missiles with longer ranges at lower cost.
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jueves, 12 de octubre de 2023
miércoles, 11 de octubre de 2023
Pontifications: For aviation geeks and historians; Boeing’s next airplane
For aviation geeks—and there are plenty of us—and historians, a resource that is the best single place I've seen is Chris Sloan's TheAirchive.Net – The Hub of Air Transport History. Sloan—who joined LNA... Read More
Nepal Airlines Wants To Sell Its Chinese-Made MA60 & Y-12 E Aircraft
The report quoted officials who stated that these five aircraft had caused more trouble than anything else, with frequent mechanical issues and a lack of trained pilots preventing the airline from fully utilizing the Chinese-built aircraft.
General Atomics testing airborne recovery tow line for small UAS
https://www.flightglobal.com/military-uavs/general-atomics-testing-airborne-recovery-tow-line-for-small-uas/155314.article
The tow cable, being developed in partnership with helicopter winch manufacturer Breeze-Eastern, would allow large uncrewed aerial vehicles to recover smaller aircraft while in flight for either refit or return to base.
A220 stabiliser jams traced to actuator water intrusion
https://www.flightglobal.com/safety/a220-stabiliser-jams-traced-to-actuator-water-intrusion/155327.article
Canadian regulators have ordered Airbus A220 operators to carry out lubrication tasks on the horizontal stabiliser trim actuator, after occurrences of jamming at the end of cruise.
Brisbane Airport noise breakthrough after tailwind deal
The decision means three international carriers can depart over Moreton Bay at night more frequently, rather than having to fly over more populated areas.
Wingcopter delivers groceries by drone to remote districts in Germany
Drone maker Wingcopter has partnered with the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, the REWE Group, Vodafone, Riese & Müller and the city of Michelstadt for a pilot project aimed at delivering groceries to customers in remote regions of Germany.
martes, 10 de octubre de 2023
The New PC-24 Is Here: More Range, More Payload, and Even More Possibilities | Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
Beginning with new aircraft deliveries in 2024, Pilatus has extended the payload-range capability of its Super Versatile Jet to achieve a maximum range with six passengers of 2,000 nautical miles (3,704 kilometers). Pilatus also incorporated an array of new interior amenities, including a large side-facing divan which can be converted into a bed!
Arma 3 Video Game Clips Go Viral as Fake Israel-Hamas Conflict Footage – Rolling Stone
It isn't the first time scenes from the hyper-realistic combat game Arma 3 have been used to dupe social media users during the outbreak of armed conflict
lunes, 9 de octubre de 2023
Risks escalating in well-planned Hamas assault on Israel: analysts
The surprise assault by Hamas against Israel was a meticulously planned offensive that the Palestinian militant group is capable of keeping up, with a risk of even greater escalation, analysts say. Hamas can count on a deep arsenal of rockets to use against Israel but key questions include how much support it has received from Iran, which has expressed its backing for the offensive, and whet
THEOS-2 Airbus-built satellite for Thailand successfully launched
THEOS-2 Airbus-built satellite for Thailand successfully launched https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2023-10-theos-2-airbus-built-satellite-for-thailand-successfully-launched?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss