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Magazine Issue

Aviation Week & Space Technology, July 19, 2021

VOL. 183 NO. 28 July 19, 2021

SPACE

Richard Branson and Colin Bennett aboard VSS Unity
article

Branson’s SpaceShipTwo Ride Puts Virgin Galactic At Turning Point

Jul 15, 2021
Flight test paves a path toward commercial passenger service.

Virgin Galactic’s Road To Commercial Human Spaceflight

Jul 12, 2021
A timeline of events leading to the first fully crewed rocket-powered flight test, which Virgin Galactic calls the beginning of a new space age.

PROPULSION

hydrogen airport hub concept
article

Hydrogen Project Takes Root In European Industry

Jul 13, 2021
While Airbus is refining hydrogen technology maturation, the endeavor spreads to airport ecosystem and certification authorities.
Bye Aerospace aircraft
article

All-Electric Aircraft Takes On Dominant Twin Turboprop

Jul 15, 2021
Bye Aerospace doubles down on its lead in certifying electric aircraft to directly target the turboprop-twin business aircraft market.
Dornier 328
article

Regional Airliner Sector Embracing Hydrogen Fuel-cell Propulsion

Jul 16, 2021
Universal Hydrogen signs deals with first customers for hydrogen-electric propulsion retrofit.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Sustainable aviation fuels
article

Europe's New Environmental Rules Will Mean Higher Costs For Airlines

Jul 16, 2021
With a fuel tax, SAF quotas and emissions-trading changes, "Fit for 55" adds up to higher airline operating costs.
Korean Air Boeing 787
article

Asian Carriers Push Sustainability Agenda Despite Pandemic

Jul 14, 2021
While airlines in the region are looking to cut costs, many environmental initiatives are advancing.
nacelle of 737 aircraft
article

FAA Plans Three 737NG Nacelle Retrofit Mandates

Jul 14, 2021
Engine failures triggered significant amounts of airframe damage.

DEFENSE

article

New Factory, Mystery Projects Hint At Digital Skunk Works Push

Jul 08, 2021
A photo taken from within a Lockheed Martin Skunk Works facility reveals the existence of four previously undisclosed projects, including one linked…
Lockheed Martin AGM-158A missile
article

More ARRW Details Emerge As Congress, White House Add New Hurdles

Jul 14, 2021
Details of the U.S. Air Force’s first hypersonic weapon show a concept not unlike the AGM-158B cruise missile, albeit 12.5 times faster.
New-Generation Fighter aircraft
article

Disputes Resolved, Europe Finally Funds Future Combat Air System

Jul 16, 2021
Billions of euros have begun flowing into the European FCAS program to support demonstrator development.
Boeing KC-46 refueling aircraft
article

The Week in Defense, July 15-22, 2021

Jul 15, 2021
U.S. Navy can use KC-46 tankers; Space nuclear-propulsion concepts chosen; Germany’s space command; and India’s 10th P-8.

LAUREATES 2021

article

Aviation Week Editors Announce 2021 Laureate Award Winners

Jul 12, 2021
Continuing a tradition that dates back to 1957, Aviation Week editors have announced their selection of the 2021 Laureate Award winners.

TECHNOLOGY

superconducting electric motor and cryogenic cooling system
article

The Week In Technology, July 12-16, 2021

Jul 12, 2021
Superconducting electric propulsion; hydrogen ground handling; fuel-cell regional; hydrogen infrastructure; controlling complex aircraft.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

Embry-Riddle’s Research Park students
article

Opinion: Why Teaching Sustainability Is Crucial To Aviation Education

Jul 13, 2021
Advancing sustainability in aviation education will open new doors for graduates and accelerate innovation across the industry.
FAA building-block schema for part structural substantiation
article

Opinion: Engineered Materials Will Drive AAM and Aircraft Production

Jul 16, 2021
Composites and additive manufacturing will be key to urban air taxis, new airliners and other vehicles.
Cessna Denali and Pilatus PC-12 NGX
article

Will Certified Cessna Denalis Expand Or Divide the Market?

Jul 16, 2021
How two new business turboprop singles will stack up in an evolving head-to-head competition.