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News from July 2024
The Royal Air Force's Lockheed Martin F-35B short takeoff and vertical landing (STOVL) fighter aircraft performed a flypast before landing and taking off again at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow.
Airbus's Racer high-speed helicopter technology demonstrator has surpassed its 220-knot fast cruise speed target by reaching 227 knots. It achieved this feat during a flight test on June 21 with chief flight test pilot Hervé Jammayrac at the helm, accompanied by flight test engineers Dominique Fournier and Christophe Skorlic.
RTX's Raytheon division is accelerating the production of its AIM-120 AMRAAM and AIM-9X Sidewinder air-to-air missiles to meet increased demand from the U.S. Air Force and Navy. This surge in production is partly driven by a significant number of recent F-35 sales.
Catania Airport has resumed operations following a temporary closure caused by the eruptive activity of Mount Etna, ITA Airways announced. The airline had operated seven additional flights to Comiso airport to accommodate affected passengers during the disruption.
Flux Power Holdings, Inc., a developer of advanced lithium-ion energy storage solutions for commercial and industrial equipment, announced the OEM approval of its new L36 battery pack for Class 1 3-Wheel Counterbalance forklifts. The battery packs come with 630 Ah and 840 Ah capacity options.
Embraer has published Market Outlook 2024, its 20-year forecast for commercial aircraft deliveries in the sub-150-seat category. The report was presented at a press briefing during the Farnborough International Airshow.
In the two years since Rolls-Royce sold ITP Aero to Bain Capital, the Spain-based aero engines and components group has leveraged its independence to expand both its manufacturing and aftermarket businesses through connections with Rolls-Royce’s competitors.
London Oxford Airport recently hosted 47 European leaders, including newly elected UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the King, for the European Political Community summit at Blenheim Palace on Thursday.
DoKaSch Temperature Solutions, a specialist in temperature-controlled active packaging, has opened new Opticooler stations in Miami, USA, and Dublin, Ireland. These strategic locations enhance DoKaSch TS’s reach and provide better access to its reliable packaging solutions in the Americas and Europe, supporting the global supply of life-saving medicines.
Boeing’s F-15EX Eagle II has demonstrated significant multirole capabilities, prompting a re-evaluation of its mission set within the U.S. Air Force. Initially intended for homeland defense missions with the Air National Guard, the aircraft is now also slated for deployment in active-duty squadrons.
Textron Aviation has introduced a special version of the Beechcraft King Air, named the Crimson Edition, to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the King Air series. Announced at EAA AirVenture 2024, this edition will be available for 2025 deliveries and features a distinctive new interior along with a vibrant red and silver exterior paint scheme.
Rolls-Royce's work to develop a hydrogen fuel system for aircraft propulsion has provided a new opportunity for Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to deploy its IT expertise to address complex aerospace challenges. On Monday, the Mumbai-based group announced it is expanding its partnership with the engine maker to support efforts to demonstrate the viability of hydrogen fuel, initially on a Pearl engine demonstrator.
Boeing and Ukraine’s Antonov Company signed a memorandum of understanding at the Farnborough Airshow to explore potential collaborative projects in the defense sector. The studies focus on the possibility of Antonov joining the training, logistical support, and overhaul for the ScanEagle, a small surveillance and reconnaissance UAV built by Boeing subsidiary Insitu.
Korean Air has received its first Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner and will launch its inaugural flight on July 25 from Seoul Incheon to Tokyo Narita.
GKN Aerospace has unveiled H2FlyGHT, a new initiative to develop a 2-megawatt (MW) cryogenic hydrogen-electric propulsion system. The announcement was made at the Farnborough Airshow 2024. The company aims for this development to set new standards for future generations of larger sustainable aircraft.
Delta Air Lines may be starting to turn a corner with their internal operations after experiencing significant disruptions on Friday. The airline cancelled thousands of flights, displacing hundreds of thousands of passengers. These cancellations were nearly three times the total number for all of 2019 and more than the combined cancellations for 2018 and 2019.
Tensions flared briefly at a forum on progress toward an unleaded replacement for avgas on Monday. During the public comment period after formal presentations, Tim Roehl, president of General Aviation Modifications Inc., challenged points made by members and support staff from the End Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE). Roehl informed the crowd that GAMI’s G100UL is ready for distribution and sale, contrary to assertions made during the formal part of the forum. EAGLE member Pete Bunce, president of the General Aviation Manufacturers’ Association, stood up and dismissed...
Rome, Italy-based ELT Group is showcasing a range of electronic defense technologies at the Farnborough Airshow this week, with a special emphasis on its solutions in the field of electromagnetic spectrum operations.
The Bob Hoover Academy, a nonprofit based in Salinas, California, dedicated to empowering at-risk youth through aviation education, has received significant support from industry stakeholders. The Thomas and Stacey Siebel Foundation has pledged donations that will include three CarbonCub Kit airplanes over the next three years. These planes will be assembled by students at the academy.
Cirrus, a high-performance single-engine piston aircraft manufacturer, revealed a Limited-Edition SR Series aircraft to commemorate 10,000 SR Series deliveries. The 10,000th SR Series aircraft celebrates Cirrus’ past, present, and future as well as the team who made this milestone possible.