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Aviation Week & Space Technology, January 25, 2021

VOL. 183 NO. 3 January 25, 2021
Aviation Week & Space Technology, January 25, 2021

SPACE

LauncherOne
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LauncherOne Success Opens New Space Access Gateway

Jan 22, 2021
Smallsat contracts firm up after Virgin Orbit’s LauncherOne deploys first payloads in ‘picture-perfect’ demo polar orbit test mission.
Boeing Space Launch System rocket core stage
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NASA Mulls Next Step After SLS Hot-Fire Abort

Jan 22, 2021
Launch this year still possible, says NASA.
Vega launcher
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EU Takes Charge Of Its Space Industry’s Future

Jan 19, 2021
With a major budget increase and a launcher strategy being defined, the EU’s space ambitions begin to crystallize.

FIRST TAKE

Ilyushin Il-114-300
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First Take, Jan. 25, 2021

Jan 22, 2021
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

DEFENSE

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U.S. Air Force Talks New F-16 Orders In Latest Acquisition Shake-up

Jan 21, 2021
The tactical aircraft portfolio review pits F-16s, F-15s, attritable aircraft and a sixth-generation fighter against the F-35A for new orders.
Spear 3 mini cruise missile
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British Mini Cruise Missile Targets 2025 Service Entry

Jan 20, 2021
Spear 3 is expected to become the primary air-to-ground weapon for the UK’s F-35 fleet from 2025.
Indian aircraft carrier at sea
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How India May Rely On Its Navy To Offset China

Jan 20, 2021
Naval aviation is essential to New Delhi’s plan to protect sea lanes after last year’s land-based standoff with Chinese forces.
U.S. Army Gen. (ret.) Lloyd Austin
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The Week In Defense, Jan. 21-28, 2021

Jan 21, 2021
Austin would review Germany troop withdrawal; Greece’s new F-16s; CH-47F safety concerns and inside Japanese missile upgrade plan.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Gol 737 MAX
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Integration Of 737 MAX Lessons Learned Is Underway

Jan 21, 2021
Changes still to come for the Boeing 737 family as part of post-accident evaluations.
EASA Executive Director Patrick Ky
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EASA Aims To Broaden Design Influence and Certification Role

Jan 22, 2021
Europe’s safety regulator goes beyond FAA requirements in lifting the flight ban, a move that illustrates EASA’s bigger role.
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Norwegian’s Short-Haul Shift Highlights Long-Haul LCC Limits

Jan 19, 2021
Norwegian is dropping long-haul in a bid to survive. But if Europe’s short-haul LCCs are faring better, they still need more bookings.
parked aircraft
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Europe’s LCCs Prepare For Hoped-For Rebound

Jan 19, 2021
Budget carriers have been taking steps to secure their activities—but they need bookings to pick up soon.

TECHNOLOGY

NOx-converting catalyst in fuselage
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The Week In Technology, Jan. 18-22

Jan 18, 2021
Reducing aircraft NOx; Automotive radar for eVTOLs; Satellite inspection in space; and NASA picks university projects.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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Opinion: How Pandemic Lessons Could Improve Flight-Training Safety

Jan 22, 2021
Clear policy, consistent messaging, collaboration, data analysis and humility are key to meeting the challenges of the pandemic safely.
airport terminal
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Opinion: Why Business Travel Could Change Forever

Jan 18, 2021
Structural changes due to the COVID-19 crisis will slow return of business travel, with crucial implications for industry stakeholders.
Harbour Air’s eBeaver in flight
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Electric Short-Haul Aviation Pioneers Make Washington State Their Home

Jan 20, 2021
MagniX and Eviation set up base in Washington state, focused on enabling “middle-mile” air transportation using electric aircraft.
National Society of Black Engineers’ Aerospace Special Interest Group webcast
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Removing Blindfolds Is Key To Building More Diverse Workforce

Jan 22, 2021
What the 80% have to offer in fight for equality.
aircraft crash site
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Opinion: Commercial Aviation Must Double Down On Safety

Jan 18, 2021
Despite unprecedented economic constraints, improving the safety of commercial aircraft must remain the highest priority.

DEPARTMENTS

aircraft carrier
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Letters From Our Readers, Jan. 25, 2021

Jan 22, 2021
Readers write about handling complex engine failures, AW&ST design, U.S. aircraft carriers and remembering Dan Petramale.
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New Positions, Promotions, Honors And Elections, Jan. 25, 2021

Jan 22, 2021
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.
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Aerospace Calendar And Aviation Week Events, Jan. 25, 2021

Jan 22, 2021
A roundup of upcoming conferences, exhibitions and summits.