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Magazine Issue

Aviation Week & Space Technology, April 20, 2020

VOL. 182 NO. 16 April 20, 2020

SUPERSONICS

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Aerion Unveils Major Updates To AS2 Supersonic Business Jet Design

Apr 17, 2020
Although expecting delays from the pandemic, Aerion says updated, sustainable AS2 supersonic design well-positioned for market recovery.

FIRST TAKE

JET
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First Take, April 20, 2020

Apr 17, 2020
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

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Doing Our Part With Crisis-Focused Content

Apr 15, 2020
Now that we are all engaged in unprecedented efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19, I'd like to update you on actions that the Aviation Week Network has taken since my last letter a few weeks ago.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

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Boeing Expected To Follow Airbus Production Cuts

Apr 17, 2020
Aircraft manufacturers have to adapt to a “new normal”: significantly lower production over an extended period of time.
cabin
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How Air Travel May Look After COVID-19

Apr 16, 2020
Carriers are already looking beyond the COVID-19 crisis—but how will they ensure a safe recovery?
stored fleet of widebody aircraft
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Stored Airliners Could Become Intensive Care Units

Apr 14, 2020
Airliners have the electrical, oxygen and airflow systems installed that could make them cost-effective temporary hospitals.
air traffic services
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ANSPs Halting Technology Development As COVID-19 Crisis Bites

Apr 13, 2020
Technology to grow capacity is no longer a priority as ANSPs fight to stay solvent through the coronavirus pandemic.

DEFENSE

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Defense Primes Still Working Amid Uncertain Long-term Budget Outlook

Apr 17, 2020
Deemed to be an essential service, defense manufacturing avoids pandemic shutdowns.
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Airlift Initiative Propels NATO COVID-19 Efforts

Apr 15, 2020
Turkish Air Force aid flight to UK makes first use of NATO plan to speed up military airlift flights across alliance skies.
helicopter
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U.S. Army Plans Rotary Refresh For Future Fight

Apr 16, 2020
The U.S. Army plans to beef up legacy aviation platforms for future multidomain fight.
GE T901
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Army’s Aviation Modernization Plan Still On Track, But Pressure Mounts

Apr 16, 2020
A linchpin of the Army’s aviation modernization is still on track, but pressure is growing.
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U.S. Army Independently Testing High-Speed Rotorcraft Configurations

Apr 13, 2020
Complex CHITA model allows engineers to test loads on different aerodynamic elements of high-speed rotorcraft configurations.
marine tiltrotor aircraft
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Upgrades Take Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey Tiltrotor Into New Decade

Apr 14, 2020
The tiltrotor is entering a new phase of life with a series of significant upgrades.
F-35A
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Sprawling Alaska Complex Becomes Newest Home For F-35A

Apr 17, 2020
Northernmost U.S. fighter base gives F-35 unique training environment in strategic location.
Qatari fighter aircraft
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The Week in Defense, April 16-23, 2020

Apr 17, 2020
F-15QA’s vertical climb; a new Space Acquisition Council; how to deter China and Russia; and defense execs advise White House.

SPACE

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Boeing To Redo Uncrewed Starliner Test Amid ISS Staff Shortfall

Apr 14, 2020
NASA is approaching the 20th anniversary of human presence on the ISS with a key question: Who will be aboard to celebrate?

UNMANNED AVIATION

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Drones Join Fight Against COVID-19

Apr 15, 2020
Nations around the world use small unmanned aircraft systems in a variety of ways to combat the novel coronavirus pandemic.

AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

European air traffic management
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Europe’s ATM Modernization Champions Strive To Keep Momentum

Apr 13, 2020
SESAR DM reports progress in modernizing Europe’s ATM but braces for potential shift in priorities after COVID-19 crisis.

TECHNOLOGY

aircraft
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The Week In Technology, April 13-17, 2020

Apr 13, 2020
Boeing’s ATS powers on; ZeroAvia progresses; Japanese eVTOL flies; LNG personal jet; Morphing wing.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

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Aurora Founder’s Next Venture: Electric STOL Regional Mobility

Apr 17, 2020
Distributed electric propulsion for powered lift could redefine regional mobility, Aurora founder Langford believes.
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Cape Canaveral Preps For First Polar Launch Since 1960

Apr 16, 2020
With automated flight safety systems, polar orbits from Florida are back in the offing.
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Opinion: How Coming Wave Of Aircraft Retirements Will Reshape Aviation

Apr 16, 2020
The COVID-19 crisis will have an impact on aircraft production and MRO for years to come.

DEPARTMENTS

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Letters From Our Readers, April 20, 2020

Apr 17, 2020
Readers write about “balanced capitalism” in aerospace, flying UAVs to help fight COVID-19 and cleaner airline cabin air.
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New Positions, Promotions, Honors And Elections, April 20, 2020

Apr 17, 2020
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.
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Aerospace Calendar And Aviation Week Events, April 20, 2020

Apr 17, 2020
A roundup of upcoming conferences, exhibitions and summits.