Aerospace Aircraft & Propulsion
Jun 09, 2026
The Helios Horizon stratospheric electric aircraft has flown powered by solid-state batteries, believed to be the first piloted flight using the fast-charging, energy-dense battery tech.
Jun 09, 2026
The unique requirements of collaborative combat aircraft will force engine-makers to adopt a different mindset for design, schedule and cost.
Jun 08, 2026
GE runs hybrid engine; ambitious decarbonization pays off; NASA’s advanced airliners; channel-wing VTOL UAS; and a balloon-launched rocket.
Jun 05, 2026
The shortage of large hydraulic forging press capacity is constraining commercial and defense production.
Jun 04, 2026
As France’s CORAC research and technology program faces budgetary pressure, Daher is championing continued funding and associated collaboration.
Jul 16, 2026
Pratt & Whitney anticipates regulators will sign off on the PW1100G geared turbofan (GTF) hot section upgrade kit around the end of the year.
Jul 16, 2026
GE Aerospace raised 2026 forecasts after strong earnings, driven by robust engine demand despite persistent supply-chain constraints and geopolitical uncertainty.
Jul 16, 2026
Aura Aero modifies VoltAero’s Cassio S demonstrator to develop its hybrid-electric ERA 19-seater, with first flight planned for 2027.
Jul 16, 2026
As Pratt & Whitney works through the well-documented issues with its GTF engine and has seen orders slump as a result, data reveals a broader effect on the A320neo backlog.
Jul 16, 2026
Data from Aviation Week's database shows the trajectories of Airbus and Boeing's delivery rates and order backlogs since the last Farnborough Airshow in 2024.
Jul 16, 2026
Boeing plans to streamline certification timelines for its next aircraft, building on lessons from the 777-9 program and enhanced FAA collaboration.
Jul 16, 2026
Boeing nears 777-9 certification with over 50% of flight tests complete, focusing on ETOPS, pilot training and finalizing production aircraft.
Jul 16, 2026
Boeing and Rolls-Royce plan to flight test a Trent 1000-powered 787-9 with a shorter next-generation engine inlet as part of the aircraft maker’s ecoDemonstrator technology demonstration program.