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Aviation Week & Space Technology, October 19, 2020

VOL. 182 NO. 42 October 19, 2020

SPACE

International Space Station
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While World Changes, Space Station Partnership Holds Strong

Oct 14, 2020
Fifteen-nation program marks 20 years of continuous human presence in low Earth orbit.
article

Virtual Tour Of The International Space Station

Oct 16, 2020
Take a closer look at the ISS and a review some highlights of its development as recorded in Aviation Week’s archives.
sun beams above Earth's horizon pictured from ISS
article

International Space Station Facts And Figures

Oct 14, 2020
Rotating crews of astronauts and cosmonauts have been living aboard the orbital outpost for 20 years. Here are some other numbers behind the milestone.
New-Generation Manned Launch Vehicle capsule
article

Chinese Moonshot Proposal Relies On New Rocket

Oct 16, 2020
While working on the giant Long March 9, China comes up with a Moon-landing plan that would use established launcher technology.
Stratolaunch Roc carrier aircraft
article

Stratolaunch Aims To Restart Flight Tests In Early 2021

Oct 16, 2020
Upgrades are underway for carrier aircraft as Stratolaunch prepares to offer hypersonic test capability from 2022 onward.

PROPULSION

VoltAero’s Cassio 1
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VoltAero Cassio Offers 'A La Carte' Hybrid-Electric Propulsion

Oct 14, 2020
VoltAero has begun flight-testing the most powerful version of its hybrid-electric power train for regional transportation.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Boeing widebody in flight
article

Boeing’s Rare Forecast Reductions Underscore Pandemic’s Reach

Oct 14, 2020
OEM trims 20-year fleet size, delivery projections in first forecast since pandemic started.
EasyJet aircraft on tarmac
article

Tough Winter Ahead For Airlines Burning Cash

Oct 13, 2020
As travel restrictions continue to hold back demand, airlines face winter capacity cuts.
AirAsia X Airbus A330
article

AirAsia’s Broad Reach Contracts Due To COVID-19

Oct 16, 2020
AirAsia Japan has already shut down, and its franchises, including the group’s long-haul unit, are under extreme pressure.

CARGO

Boeing freighter aircraft
article

Cargo Conversion Specialists See Strong Demand Despite COVID-19

Oct 12, 2020
Fleet upheavals caused by the coronavirus pandemic may have an impact on the feedstock available for conversion.

AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

artist's concept of Advanced Air Mobility environment
article

FAA Envisions Integrated But Distinct Airspace Layers

Oct 15, 2020
Urban air mobility and drone traffic management share the same technology pillars but will occupy different layers of airspace.

DEFENSE

Hypersonic Production Accelerator Facility concept
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DARPA-Funded Study Proposes Vision For Hypersonic Production Facility

Oct 13, 2020
Hypersonic Production Accelerator Facility would dramatically cut costs and schedule for scramjet propulsion, study says.
F-35Bs parked on USS America’s (LHA-6) flight deck
article

Pentagon Plan Radically Alters Carrier Fleet

Oct 14, 2020
Mixed congressional reaction on the Pentagon’s radical proposal to redesign the U.S. Navy for a future war with China.
RC-2
article

Japan Moves Ahead With Electromagnetic Warfare Aircraft

Oct 14, 2020
The Japanese Air Self-Defense Force has begun work on how to exploit its new RC-2 sigint aircraft, converted from an airlifter prototype.
GMLRS missile-firing test
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The Week In Defense, Oct. 15-22, 2020

Oct 15, 2020
Extended-range GMLRS to enter flight tests; AH-1W next steps; Dutch to hunt for airlifter in 2021; Philippines receive A-29s.

TECHNOLOGY

AeroVironment-developed Sunglider wing
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The Week In Technology, Oct. 12-16, 2020

Oct 12, 2020
HAPSMobile flies high; Islander automated; multifuel UAV engines; NASA’s X-59 slips; Russia targets quiet supersonics; fresh fruit by autonomous aircraft.

ASK THE EDITORS

FAA Administrator Steve Dickson flying Boeing 737 MAX
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How Much Time Will The New Boeing 737 MAX Pilot Training Take?

Oct 12, 2020
Ask the Editors: New training protocol for 737 MAX pilots have yet to be finalized, but a Sept. 30 demo is a good idea of what’s to come.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

sensatek founder Reamonn Soto and team members
article

Opinion: Economic Downturn Opens Doors For Entrepreneurs

Oct 15, 2020
University research parks help startups learn business and develop innovative technologies as well as the next generation of leaders.
Shanghai Airlines' Boeing aircraft
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A&D Industry And The Chinese Conundrum: Get In Or Out?

Oct 16, 2020
For suppliers and servicers, China’s aviation recovery compared with depression elsewhere creates a dilemma: Run to China or run away?
man refueling small airplane
article

Lead-Free Avgas Development An Elusive Goal

Oct 15, 2020
High-octane fuel is a threat to 230,000 lightplanes and helicopters.
Flight deck
article

Opinion: How To Demonstrate AI System’s Safety

Oct 16, 2020
Certification standards we use for human pilots could also be applied to artificial intelligence.