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Aviation Week & Space Technology, January 24, 2022

VOL. 184 NO. 3 January 24, 2022

SUPERSONICS

schlieren image of X-59 model at Mach 1.4 in a NASA wind tunnel
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Wind-Tunnel Tests Validate Low-Boom X-59 Computational Fluid Dynamics

Jan 21, 2022
Another piece of low-boom supersonic design puzzle in place, as high-speed wind tunnel tests a perfect match of complex CFD predictions.
X-59
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X-59 Structural Trials Will Pave Way For Upcoming Flight Tests

Jan 21, 2022
X-59 undergoes proof tests in Texas ahead of first flight in California later in 2022.

FIRST TAKE

Tupolev Tu-160M2 bomber
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First Take, Jan. 24-Feb. 6, 2022

Jan 21, 2022
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Aircraft landing
article

Bolstered By Concessions, Industry Tackles 5G Risk Assessments

Jan 21, 2022
Regional carriers, helicopter operators face daunting restrictions while FAA analyzes potential 5G interference
Embraer Portugese factory
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Evolving Embraer Sells Its European Industrial Site

Jan 21, 2022
Brazilian OEM hopes the facility can attract business from other OEMs under new ownership, reducing its exposure in aircraft components.
Canada Jetlines aircraft
article

Old Is New Again For Canadian Startup Airlines

Jan 21, 2022
Jetlines and Lynx join a growing list of low-cost carriers in Canada. Will they all survive?
Ryanair parked aircraft
article

Omicron Surge Reignites Europe Slot Debate

Jan 18, 2022
With the latest COVID-19 variant causing widespread flight cancellations, slot rules once again are in the spotlight.

ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY

article

Lockheed Martin Backs eSTOL Developer Electra

Jan 18, 2022
Lockheed Martin has invested in hybrid-electric aircraft developer Electra, leading the startup’s ongoing Series A fund raising.
Autoflight
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China’s AutoFlight Sets Up In Europe To Certify eVTOL

Jan 18, 2022
AutoFlight Europe has set up shop in Augsburg, Germany, and is being led by Mark Henning, who joined the Chinese group from Airbus Helicopters earlier this month.

SPACE

Hubble Space Telescope images of Eagle nebula
article

Flagship Webb Telescope Poised For Operations

Jan 14, 2022
With a collective sigh of relief, Webb deployments are complete.

DEFENSE

Kawasaki P-1 aircraft in flight
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Japan Focuses Defenses On Southern Islands

Jan 20, 2022
Tokyo is adding billions to its budget to acquire and upgrade platforms across the air, land and sea services.
Lockheed Martin MC-130J
article

Pacific Operations Drive Military Seaplane Revival

Jan 19, 2022
Military seaplanes soon could be added to the fleets of several major Pacific air forces.
Mikoyan MiG-31K aircraft
article

Russia Creates Its First Hypersonic Strike Regiment

Jan 20, 2022
A look at what the defense minister’s declaration of a new Kinzhal unit may actually mean.
German fighter bomber
article

Berlin Revisits Tornado Replacement Plans

Jan 17, 2022
Reported reconsideration of the F-35 for Germany’s Tornado replacement throws new twist into long-running procurement drama.
Defiant helicopter
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The Week in Defense, Jan. 19-26, 2021

Jan 19, 2022
Defiant clears mission profile tests; South Korea’s big missile export deal; Storm Shadow upgrade tests; and BrahMos’ first sale abroad.
Northrop Grumman E-2C Hawkeye

Photo Contest Defense Finalists: Reconnaissance, Refueling

Jan 18, 2022
Reconnaissance, refueling and special mission aircraft from the 2021 Aviation Week Photo Contest show the diversity of military aircraft.

TECHNOLOGY

Airbus Perlan 2 winged glider
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The Week In Technology, Jan. 17-21, 2022

Jan 17, 2022
Satcom for Perlan glider; Alcohol-to-jet SAF boost; Regent’s seaglider demonstrator; Aura picks batteries; and Dufour adds distributor.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

illustration collage of defense and space assets around the earth
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Opinion: U.S. Defense Industrial Base Is More Fit Than Frail

Jan 21, 2022
Defense companies are having to adapt, but they are holding their own in talent, capital and technology.
NATO foreign ministers meeting
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Opinion: Five Risks Looming Over The U.S. Defense Market

Jan 17, 2022
International conflicts, contracting decisions, shareholders and an industrial-base review are likely to shape the A&D outlook in 2022.
Boeing factory
article

When Will Commercial Aerospace M&A Pick Up?

Jan 21, 2022
Amid a prolonged drought, inquiring minds want to know when commercial aerospace M&A will return. That says a lot.
seaplane in flight
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AAM Industry Needs Resilience For Likely Challenges In Next Two Years

Jan 19, 2022
Leaders in electrified aviation must fly certifiable prototypes in next 12-18 months to meet service-entry targets of 2024-25.
United Airlines aircraft on tarmac
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Opinion: It Is Time To Move Boldly On Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Jan 17, 2022
Accelerating net-zero carbon emissions is in the best interest of the aviation industry, businesses and consumers.

DEPARTMENTS

Alaska Airlines jet
article

Letters From Our Readers, Jan. 24, 2022

Jan 21, 2022
Readers write about turboprops, the fifth service academy—and an eighth-grader looks at the cosmos.
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New Positions, Promotions, Honors And Elections, Jan. 24, 2022

Jan 21, 2022
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.
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Aerospace Calendar And Aviation Week Events, Jan. 24, 2022

Jan 21, 2022
A roundup of upcoming conferences, exhibitions and summits.