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Aviation Week & Space Technology, June 15, 2020

VOL. 182 NO. 24 June 15, 2020

MANUFACTURING

manufacturing machine
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What Happened With 3D Printing In Aerospace?

Jun 09, 2020
A decade after a surge of excitement over additive manufacturing in aerospace, the technology has not changed the landscape.
aerospace part
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Powerful Optimization Tools Change Aerospace Design Engineers’ Role

Jun 11, 2020
Design software providers are working closely with customers to fully industrialize additive manufacturing.

FIRST TAKE

hybrid-electric short-takeoff-and-landing aircraft
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First Take, June 15, 2020

Jun 12, 2020
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

SPACE

astronauts
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NASA Opens New Chapter In Human Spaceflight

Jun 08, 2020
In partnership with SpaceX, NASA’s blueprint for next-generation space exploration leaps into public view.
astronauts
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Veteran Astronauts, Best Friends At The Helm For SpaceX Flight Test

Jun 10, 2020
Douglas Hurley and Robert Behnken lifted off aboard SpaceX rocket, first Americans to launch into orbit on a U.S. vehicle since shuttle.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

aircraft
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As Airlines Rebuild, Uncertainty Reigns

Jun 12, 2020
Transborder restrictions, weak balance sheets are among the challenges for decimated airline networks.
parked aircraft
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Momentum Builds For Asia-Pacific Cross-Border Travel

Jun 08, 2020
Asia-Pacific governments are negotiating to allow some international air service to resume within the region, at least in a limited form.
regional jet prototype on runway
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All SpaceJet Flying Suspended, Production Winding Down To Zero

Jun 09, 2020
The to-do list for Mitsubishi: Hit cost targets, then set and execute a certification plan and finally decide when to resume production.
aircraft
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Europe’s LCCs Face Obstacles To Summer Recovery

Jun 11, 2020
European budget carriers slash prices in face of quarantine restrictions, gradually resume flights in time for peak summer season.

DEFENSE

aircraft engine
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F135 Upgrades, Reengining Considered In New F-35 Propulsion Road Map

Jun 09, 2020
Growing demands from airframe, mission systems drive Joint Program Office to plot a propulsion revamp.
Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy receiving briefing at AUSA
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U.S. Army Vintage Racer Concept Suggests Hypersonic Entry For Loitering UAS

Jun 08, 2020
An inadvertent disclosure on an Army social media site reveals an advanced new concept already in flight testing.
cadet in immersive training
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U.S. Military Turns To Remote Pilot Training

Jun 11, 2020
In response to the novel coronavirus, the U.S. military was forced to think outside the box on how to produce pilots.
fighter-bomber aircraft
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The Week in Defense, June 12-19, 2020

Jun 12, 2020
Russia buys interim fighter-bombers; GA-ASI to vie for MQ-9 replacement; KC-46 RVS testing coming; COVID-19 contractor relief bill?

AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

tower controller
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FAA Applies Its ‘Preferred’ Surveillance System

Jun 10, 2020
Six months after the ADS-B mandate entered force, the FAA says it is pleased with the level of compliance.

URBAN AIR MOBILITY

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Could Urban Air Mobility Enable Growth In Latin American Cities?

Jun 09, 2020
Startup Varon Vehicles is taking an infrastructure-centric approach to urban air mobility in developing nations.

TECHNOLOGY

K-Max
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The Week In Technology, June 8-12, 2020

Jun 08, 2020
Unmanned K-Max; GEO satellite servicing; Kitty Hawks ends Flyer; sustainable fuel spinoff; Agility Prime advances.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

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Unmanned Helicopter Pioneer Kaman Developing Optionally Piloted K-Max

Jun 10, 2020
Kaman developing commercial unmanned aircraft based on K-Max heavy-lift helicopter.
aircraft and clouds
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From The Editor: Aviation Week’s Flight Paths Forward

Jun 11, 2020
Joe Anselmo outlines Aviation Week’s plan to roll out dozens of forward-looking reports, CEO interviews, webinars and tech deep dives.

DEPARTMENTS

aircraft
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Letters From Our Readers, June 15, 2020

Jun 12, 2020
Readers write about First Take graph proportions, "STOLPort" history, COVID-19 and airlines, and NASA’s C-17 role.
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New Positions, Promotions, Honors And Elections, June 15, 2020

Jun 12, 2020
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.
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Aerospace Calendar And Aviation Week Events, June 15, 2020

Jun 12, 2020
A roundup of upcoming conferences, exhibitions and summits.