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Magazine Issue

Aviation Week & Space Technology, September 17, 2018

Global Positioning

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The Rise Of New Navigation Satellites

Sep 12, 2018
A look at some of the world’s up-and-coming positioning, navigation and timing constellations.
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U.S. Air Force Prepares For Future Of GPS III

Sep 13, 2018
The first GPS III is scheduled for launch in December, and Lockheed Martin is looking at technologies for a tranche of satellites.
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GPS Augmentation At The Airport: U.S. Locales Lack System

Sep 11, 2018
Thousands of airliners are capable of using the Ground-Based Augmentation System, but only a few major U.S. airports now have the system.

First Take

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First Take (Sept. 17, 2018)

Sep 14, 2018
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

Defense

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DARPA Signals Strategic Shift To Software For Next Tech Revolution

Sep 14, 2018
The agency is prioritizing discoveries that keep existing platforms lethal, even if an opponent has equivalent or superior technologies.
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Japan Weighs Options For Attack Helicopter Program

Sep 14, 2018
Airbus, Bell, Boeing, Leonardo and Sikorsky are likely contenders to supply or help develop a new Japanese attack helicopter.
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Next-gen Combat Engine Work Spools Up

Sep 13, 2018
Adaptive-engine deal modified to focus on technology for sixth-generation fighter needs as parts arrive for building GE’s first XA100 demonstrator.
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French Air Force Shows Flag In Southeast Asia

Sep 11, 2018
The air force’s Pegase mission promoted French aircraft exports, as well as sending a message to China about the South China Sea.
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The Week In Defense, Sept. 13-20, 2018

Sep 13, 2018
India’s Tejas nears operational milestone; Japan’s latest sea-based ballistic missile defense test; Sikorsky’s South American deliveries, and Russian company builds high-tech brain-harnessing helmet.

Commercial Aviation

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Vibration Issue Shakes Pratt-powered A320neo Fleet

Sep 13, 2018
Some operators of Pratt & Whitney PW1100G-powered A320neos are facing a new snag—unusually high engine vibration in the climb phase. Pratt indicated a fix may be identified by year-end.
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Boeing Mounts Charm Offensive On 737 Supply Issues

Sep 10, 2018
After a tour of Boeing in Seattle and talks with leaders, analysts maintain confidence in OEM despite 737 glider growth.
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Norwegian May Drop Orders, While JetBlue Mulls Transatlantic Move

Sep 12, 2018
Low-cost carriers have grown rapidly across the Atlantic, but not without some financial pain involved.
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Cebu Pacific Aims To Boost Fleet Capabilities With New Types

Sep 13, 2018
The Philippine LCC will get its first A321neos in December, so it can upgauge Manila flights, open longer routes and potentially replace older narrowbodies.
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Is There An Italian Future For Alitalia?

Sep 14, 2018
Italy’s government wants Alitalia to remain at least partly in Italian hands—but European airlines might still have a role to play.

Urban Air Mobility

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Intercity Air Services Eyed For British eVTOL

Sep 14, 2018
Vertical Aerospace wants to take on the airlines with intercity services using carbon-free eVTOL air vehicles.

Technology

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The Week In Technology, Sept. 11-17, 2018

Sep 11, 2018
Airbus Perlan 2 sets soaring record; Airbus spinoff sets sail; Uber shortlists international city contenders; Bell UAS demo for NASA, and JETcopter unveils air taxi concept.

Space

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New Generation of Electric Thrusters Could Enhance Smallsat Market

Sep 10, 2018
Phase Four’s RF thruster plan marks progress toward lower-cost electric in-space propulsion.

Workforce

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Workforce 2018: Keeping Pace As Technology Shifts

Sep 14, 2018
Some inroads are made in employee diversity in aerospace sectors, but more remains to be done.
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Opinion: A&D Companies Focus On Skill-Building

Sep 14, 2018
To attract and retain top talent in light of tempting offers from disruptive innovation markets, aerospace companies are upping offers.

Up Front

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Opinion: What Is The Purpose Of Space Exploration?

Sep 10, 2018
There could be a space-induced leap in human consciousness as we collectively become a spacefaring civilization.

Going Concerns

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Does A&D Have Itself To Blame For Dearth Of New Workers?

Sep 12, 2018
The need for new workers—especially technology-oriented employees—and the difficulty in getting them is the talk of the industry.

Airline Intel

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Opinion: How To Properly Introduce Avionics Upgrades

Sep 13, 2018
The industry needs to do a better job of upgrading commercial aircraft avionics, ensuring pilots are kept in the loop and properly trained.

Letter From The Editor

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Aviation Week Laureates Awards, Photo Contest Seek Outside Submissions

Sep 14, 2018
Nominations for the 2019 Laureates Awards close Oct. 18, and submissions to the photo contest are open until Oct. 22.

Feedback

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Letters From Our Readers (Sept. 17, 2018)

Sep 14, 2018
Readers discuss the NATO threshold, Boeing's production ramp-up and the commercial aviation "insider threat."

Who's Where

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New Positions, Promotions, Honors And Elections (Sept. 17, 2018)

Sep 14, 2018
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.

Aerospace Calendar

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Aerospace Calendar And Aviation Week Events (Sept. 17, 2018)

Sep 14, 2018
Upcoming aviation and aerospace industry events and Aviation Week Network events.