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Aviation Week & Space Technology, December 23, 2019

VOL. 181 NO. 51 December 23, 2019

Volume 181, Issue 51

EDITORS' LETTER

Into the Next Digital Age

Dec 13, 2019

Welcome to the new AviationWeek.com. It provides a better digital experience for our users and room for our portfolio to keep growing.

AEROSPACE & DEFENSE 2020

Multiple Forces Shaping Big Changes For Aerospace In 2020s

Dec 20, 2019

From environmental pressures to transformational technologies, significant changes lie ahead for the aerospace and defense industry.

WATCHPOINTS FOR 2020

Aerospace Milestones To Look Forward To In 2020

Dec 20, 2019

Suborbital tourism, urban air mobility and supersonic air travel are all expected to take steps forward in 2020.

DEFENSE & SECURITY

Military Aircraft: Where the Opportunities Lie, 2020-29

Dec 20, 2019

From fighters to helicopters, tanker/transports to trainers and special mission aircraft here are more details about key contests.

DEFENSE PROFILES

In 2020, All Eyes In The Pentagon Are On 2030

Dec 17, 2019

A blueprint that could define a dramatic shift in the U.S. approach to airpower after 2030 could emerge next year

Canada's Defense Agenda Uncertain As Trudeau Enters Second Term

Dec 17, 2019

An absence of debate over defense policy during the election campaign raises questions about priorities.

Getting Brexit Done Brings Defense Challenges

Dec 17, 2019

Brexit brings with it security and fiscal challenges that could impact on defense capability.

A400M carrying an AS555 Fennec helicopter

French Defense Budget Increase Part Of Multiyear Plan

Nov 17, 2019

Amid strengthening European defense ties, France maintains swift military aircraft orders and deliveries.

NATO’s first Alliance Ground Surveillance derivativ

NATO Programs Move Past Hurdles Despite Alliance Divisions

Dec 16, 2019

NATO’s London meeting in December exposed deep divisions among alliance members.

Russian Defense Modernization Slows, But Won’t Stop

Dec 17, 2019

After a decade of emphasis on the air force, priorities may shift to the navy and strategic missile forces.

Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer

2020 Brings Decisions for Berlin’s Military Modernization

Dec 16, 2019

It may be one of NATO’s biggest economies, but Germany is struggling to meet the alliance’s 2% of GDP target and grow its armed forces.

Turkey’s International Defense Relations Challenge NATO Solidarity

Dec 18, 2019

Turkey’s defense ties with Russia are causing problems with NATO and the U.S., while local weapons development continues.

Ongoing Political Crisis Holds Up Israel’s Largest Defense Deals

Dec 18, 2019

Plans to buy new fighters, helicopters, tankers and tiltrotors are on hold until a new government can be formed.

Moves by Iran Prompt Defense Equipment Buildup in the Middle East

Dec 18, 2019

Continuing Middle East instability prompts capability-strengthening and local defense industry growth, especially in the Gulf states.

China’s H-20 Should Be Close As Avic Hints At Next Fighter

Dec 19, 2019

China’s new bomber was expected in 2019. Its appearance in 2020 is likely. A new fighter should appear no later than 2035, says Avic.

Japan Funds Future Fighter Concept Design

Dec 19, 2019

With finance ministry approval, the defense ministry has achieved its aim of putting a line for Future Fighter development in the budget.

KF-X Funding Surges In South Korea’s 2020 Budget

Dec 19, 2019

Indigenous fighter development and F-35 acquisition figure heavily in South Korea’s 2020 defense budget, which will rise faster than GDP.

From Bogota to the Beagle Strait, South American Countries Look Inward

Dec 17, 2019

Although not huge spenders, South American countries aim to develop local defense capabilities.

After Kashmir Spat, Indian Defense Budget Lags Security Needs

Dec 19, 2019

Though tensions with Pakistan remain high, New Delhi is struggling to spend more to modernize.

Russia Threat Prompts Airpower Upgrades To Scandinavian Fleets

Dec 17, 2019

Norway and Sweden look set to receive shots in the arm to their defense capabilities in the 2020s, as neighboring governments react to the threat posed by Russia.

DEFENSE SYSTEMS

Can Surging Demand For New Fighters Create New-Generation Momentum?

Dec 20, 2019

Fighter aircraft have never been so in demand since the Cold War, but ambiguity clouds details for the next generation of aircraft.

Defense Systems Data Center

Dec 20, 2019

Fighter/attack aircraft costs, F-35 and A400M snapshots, combat aircraft to watch and military transport aircraft marketshare.

OEMs Enjoying Boom in Military Helicopter Orders

Dec 17, 2019

Even flagging helicopter products are finding customers in the midst of defense spending hikes.

Hypersonic Hype Hits Testing Hurdle In 2020

Dec 18, 2019

The Pentagon’s vast hypersonic investment strategy will finally enter the flight-test stage in 2020.

Missile Defense Faces Year Of Change

Dec 18, 2019

A year of change is in store for the military organizations tasked with intercepting missiles launched from another continent. In the U.S., the $160…

Active Air Defenses Enter Proving Stage In 2020

Dec 19, 2019

Air-launched, anti-missile interceptors and defensive lasers are set to take the next step in development.

AEROSPACE SYSTEMS

Pending Regulations, Shifting Requirements Keep UAV Markets In Flux

Dec 19, 2019

The commercial market is growing and the military market is in transition, as unmanned aircraft continue to reshape aviation.

Unmanned Aircraft to Watch: Heavy-Lift Cargo UAVs

Dec 19, 2019

Heavy-payload cargo delivery seen as a promising niche for unmanned aircraft, enabling responsive logistics and rapid resupply.

Engine-makers Look For 2020 Boost As Electric Power Beckons

Dec 20, 2019

Electric and hybrid power makes inroads as engine-makers face continuing challenges in commercial and military sectors.

Four Companies Square Off Over Air Force Launch Contest

Dec 20, 2019

Following a GAO ruling, the Air Force will have to be more strategic in pairing up best offerings for launch service contracts.

OneWeb Satellites Plant Heralds Industry Transition To Mass Production

Dec 19, 2019

After transferring production technology to OneWeb Satellites’ plant in Florida, Airbus is looking for other applications.

Clock Is Ticking for NASA Commercial Crew Program

Dec 19, 2019

Virgin Galactic conducts sole U.S. human spaceflight in 2019.

CIVIL AVIATION

Commercial Aircraft In 2020–Determining Boeing’s Future

Dec 19, 2019

Challenges for Boeing and Airbus loom in 2020 that will define their product strategies for the long term.

Boeing 737 MAX Saga Is Triggering Regulatory Changes

Dec 19, 2019

MAX approval process shows signs of new approaches

Aviation: Carbon Neutral Growth Starting In 2020

Dec 20, 2019

The year 2020 will see important milestones for the aviation industry for several reasons.

Business-aircraft Market Health Relies On New Aircraft Launches

Dec 18, 2019

Tempting existing customers with new products remains the lifeblood of the business-aircraft industry.

pie charts of civil rotorcraft market share, 2020-24

Civil Helicopter OEMs Are In Holding Pattern Until Market Recovers

Dec 18, 2019

Delivering on new programs and upgrading existing products take precedence for commercial rotorcraft OEMs as the market remains stagnant.

Urban Air Mobility Faces Crucial First Trials In 2020

Dec 19, 2019

In-city trials for eVTOL vehicles in 2020 will provide key feedback on the public acceptability of urban air mobility.

Civil Aviation Data Center

Dec 20, 2019

Forecasts of business and commercial aviation market shares and specs on business and commercial aviation to watch.

AIR TRANSPORT PROFILES

Slowing Economy Will Not Stifle North American Airline Growth

Dec 18, 2019

Canada could see a 7% capacity jump after modest 2019 expansion.

Europe’s Airlines Get Ready For A Tough 2020

Dec 18, 2019

As numerous airline collapses demonstrate, high costs and macroeconomic uncertainty are making life difficult for the sector.

Guilin Liangjiang International Terminal

Beijing Demands Cuts In Subsidies

Dec 20, 2019

A policy shift against handing less public money to industries is especially a problem for airlines.

Latin American Airlines Rearrange Partnerships post-Delta/LATAM

Dec 20, 2019

The commercial aviation industry in the Latin America-Caribbean region heads into 2020 in a state of flux.

Antonov says aerospace and energy are driving demand.

Positivity Amid The Gloom For Air Cargo

Dec 17, 2019

Economic and political uncertainty clouds outlook but air cargo operators look to growth sectors

MAINTENANCE, REPAIR & OVERHAUL

MRO Regional Projections for 2020

Dec 20, 2019

Expect new commercial aircraft deliveries to steadily grow over the next decade, especially in 2020.

Commercial And Military Sectors Drive Most 2020 MRO Demand

Dec 20, 2019

The civil helicopter, business, commercial and military MRO markets are different, but combined should generate $184 billion in 2020.

Airframe MRO Work Projected To Slow

Dec 20, 2019

Lower fuel prices could help keep some older aircraft in service longer.

Narrowbodies Old And New Driving Engine MRO Market

Dec 20, 2019

Delays in service entry for new-generation engines driving MRO spending as legacy types remain in service.

Airlines Are Offered Multiple Choices For Inflight Connectivity

Dec 19, 2019

Decisions on which satellite-based inflight connectivity (IFC) technology and providers to use are becoming more complex for airlines. Not only do…

Shortage Of MRO Technicians Expected To Worsen

Dec 20, 2019

As the working population ages, the growing shortage of MRO workers is predicted to worsen over the next 10 years.

Top 10 MRO Market Predictions for 2020

Dec 20, 2019

Civil aviation MRO trends to monitor in 2020 as the market grows to $73 billion.

SECOND TAKE

Second Take: Key Aerospace Events Of The Past Decade, 2010-19

Dec 20, 2019

A look back at aviation and aerospace milestones that occurred over the last 10 years.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Production Pause Adds To MAX Saga Uncertainty

Dec 20, 2019

Production resumption is not linked to getting MAX flying again.

MAX Changes Moving Into Pilot Response Phase

Dec 20, 2019

Changes will go beyond MAX training curriculum

SPACE

Rocket Lab And Wallops Island Spaceport Expect Big U.S. Launch Growth

Dec 18, 2019

Rocket Lab looks for up to a dozen payload launches a year, while the spaceport is in talks to bring in more launch providers.

AEROSPACE CALENDAR & AVIATION WEEK EVENTS

Aerospace Calendar And Aviation Week Events (Dec. 23, 2019)

Dec 20, 2019

A roundup of upcoming conferences, exhibitions and summits.

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EDITORS' LETTER

AEROSPACE & DEFENSE 2020

WATCHPOINTS FOR 2020

DEFENSE & SECURITY

DEFENSE PROFILES

DEFENSE SYSTEMS

AEROSPACE SYSTEMS

CIVIL AVIATION

AIR TRANSPORT PROFILES

MAINTENANCE, REPAIR & OVERHAUL

SECOND TAKE

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

SPACE

AEROSPACE CALENDAR & AVIATION WEEK EVENTS