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Aviation Week & Space Technology, June 22, 2020

VOL. 182 NO. 25 June 22, 2020
AW&ST June 22, 2020 digital cover

HYPERSONICS

rocket booster
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U.S. Hypersonic Programs Hit First Bumps On Path To Weaponization

Jun 17, 2020
As the age of hypersonic X-planes passes, the era of Mach 5-plus weapons is set to begin.
space sensor
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U.S. Hypersonic Defense Plan Emerges, But Not Cash

Jun 18, 2020
Satellites and interceptors for hypersonic defense are in development, but fielding strategy remains mostly unfunded.
aircraft
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Researchers Face Tougher Hypersonic Barriers As Weapon Tests Loom

Jun 16, 2020
Critical challenges remain to be overcome before air-breathing hypersonics can be applied to wider roles.
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Hypersonic Flight Testing Preparations Ramp Up

Jun 16, 2020
Flight testing will increasingly augment ground tests as U.S. hypersonic development transitions to operational vehicles.
air-breathing missile
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International Hypersonic Strike Weapons Projects Accelerate

Jun 15, 2020
The pace of hypersonic strike systems research is picking up internationally, galvanized by developments in Russia and China.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

aircraft
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European Industry Bailouts Set Ambitious Environmental Goals

Jun 15, 2020
France and Germany clear billions in support for aerospace, with France aiming at a carbon-neutral narrowbody.
cabin disinfection technology
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New Cabin Technologies May Help Restore Passenger Confidence

Jun 17, 2020
Despite the high level of cabin health protection, suppliers are ready to sell dedicated antimicrobial coatings and systems.
aircraft on runway
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Bailout, Restructuring Will Boost Cathay Pacific’s Recovery Prospects

Jun 19, 2020
Cathay has gained short-term relief through government support but now must turn its attention to reassessing business and fleet plans.

DEFENSE

Aegis Ashore deckhouse.
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Japan’s Aegis Ashore Program Suddenly Crashes

Jun 17, 2020
Tokyo will not countenance the risk of boosters from anti-ballistic-missile interceptors falling on civilian land.
aircraft
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Seoul’s Surion Attack-Mission Decision Nears

Jun 16, 2020
Though it is hardly tailored for attack, the Surion would enjoy political support.
fighter jet
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Canada Mimics Marine Corps Makeover For F/A-18C/D Fleet

Jun 18, 2020
A nearly $1 billion upgrade breathes new life into old F/A-18C/Ds as the replacement selection process continues.

URBAN AIR MOBILITY

eVTOL aircraft
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Beta Technologies Begins Testing ALIA eVTOL For Organ Transport

Jun 19, 2020
Startup Beta Technologies transfers its eVTOL prototype to new location to begin flight testing.

ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT

Pipistret electric aircraft in flight
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Pipistrel Certification Paves Way For Electric Aircraft Commercial Use

Jun 19, 2020
Certification of the aircraft, its propulsion system and operating rules are a first, European regulators say.

TECHNOLOGY

single-pilot aircraft
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The Week In Technology, June 15-19, 2020

Jun 15, 2020
Electric STOL for logistics; electric aircraft certification; Wisk back in flight; more funds for Lilium; Norway eyes e-fuels.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

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Opinion: What If China Stops Buying Western Aircraft?

Jun 16, 2020
If China closes its borders to jetliner imports, the C919 and CR929 will enjoy very solid production runs.
aircraft assembly line
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Opinion: U.S. Export-Import Bank, AKA The Bank Of Boeing, Is Back

Jun 17, 2020
Waffling politicians usually are nothing to celebrate, but this time President Donald Trump was right on the money.
aircraft in flight
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Cirrus Passes 200 Vision Jet Deliveries, Emergency Autoland Upgrades

Jun 18, 2020
The first “personal” jet’s popularity is soaring on a single engine.
taxiing aircraft
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Opinion: Six Essential Steps For Surviving The Aerospace Market Bust

Jun 19, 2020
The situation calls for companies and leaders that can act fast and think ahead.