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Aviation Week & Space Technology, November 21, 2022

SPACE

Crowd at SLS launch
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Next Chapter In U.S. Space Program Opens With Launch Of Artemis I

Nov 18, 2022
NASA’s first SLS rocket had a long, adventurous life as ground-test hardware.

FIRST TAKE

vertiport terminal
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First Take, Nov. 21, 2022

Nov 18, 2022
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY

The Midnight
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Archer Unveils Midnight Production Vehicle

Nov 17, 2022
Startup says it is on track to be among the first eVTOL companies to launch service.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

737 production
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What Is Behind Boeing’s Decision To Hold Off On A New Airliner?

Nov 15, 2022
Will Boeing’s decision to focus on steadying production and deliveries, over new products, endanger its long-term market position?
Airbus final assembly line facility
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Airbus Prepares For Much Higher A220 Rates, New Versions

Nov 14, 2022
The A220 is another important element in Airbus’ competitive play against Boeing, and scenarios for a broader role are being evaluated.
Beijing International Airport
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China's Return Is Key Issue For Asia-Pacific Region Airlines

Nov 17, 2022
There are still many questions regarding when and how the mainland China market will begin to reopen.

PILOTS

U.S. Navy T-45 Goshawk
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U.S. Services Overhaul Pilot Training, But Long-Term Problems Persist

Nov 15, 2022
Although the U.S. Air Force and Navy have added high-tech, intense learning to undergraduate pilot training, a large backlog remains.
Boeing Chinook helicopter taking off
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Training Travails Taunt The UK Front Line

Nov 15, 2022
The UK’s military pilot-training pipeline is affecting even its much-vaunted F-35 Joint Strike Fighter fleet.

DEFENSE

B-21 and B-2
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Northrop Grumman B-21 Unveiling May Answer Lingering Mysteries

Nov 14, 2022
The U.S. Air Force has released many details about the mostly classified program, but much about the new stealth bomber remains secret
An Air Force CV-22
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Gearbox Issue’s Root Cause Elusive As USAF Investigates V-22 Crashes

Nov 16, 2022
Clutch problem prompts review of V-22 Incidents; Air Force Special Operations Command looks at interim step to make gearboxes stronger.
Lockheed LRHW at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington
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Fast-Tracked Hypersonic Weapons Hit Snags In Compressed Testing Plan

Nov 17, 2022
How the Pentagon’s rush to field counters to Chinese and Russian hypersonic weapons has been frustrated by compressed testing schedules.
technician working on aircraft
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BAE Systems Trials Technology To Support UK Fighter Fleets

Nov 16, 2022
BAE Systems is exploring the use of exoskeletons, robotics and augmented reality to help maintenance of the UK’s combat aircraft fleets.

ROTORCRAFT

NHV helicopter over wind farm
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Rotorcraft Industry Upbeat But Cautious Over Offshore Uptick Signals

Nov 14, 2022
Major oil and gas helicopter operators are eyeing the beginning of an industry growth spurt.

LAUREATES 2022

Aviation Week 2022 Laureates Awards
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Aviation Week Presents 2022 Grand Laureate Award Winners

Nov 18, 2022
Continuing an annual tradition dating back to 1957, Aviation Week Network editors honored a wide variety of industry accomplishments.
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Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Wins 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award

Nov 18, 2022
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy is the founding father of a leasing sector that today owns more than half of the global commercial aircraft fleet.
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Marc Parent Wins 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award

Nov 18, 2022
Marc Parent president and CEO of CAE since 2009, has led the Canadian company’s growth as a global leader in defense services.

TECHNOLOGY

Hybrid Air Vehicles Airlander 10 airship
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The Week In Technology, Nov. 14-19, 2022

Nov 14, 2022
Island-connecting airship; Hydrogen cargo drone; Liquid hydrogen flight; and Medical drone network.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

CFM ENGINE
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Opinion: Will Capital Or CO2 Launch The Next Aeroengines?

Nov 16, 2022
Two catalysts could push commercial engine-makers and airframers to speed up their development cycles.
boeing 737-10 in flight
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Daily Memo: Why No New Boeing Narrowbody Is Bad For Aerospace

Nov 16, 2022
Boeing’s decision to defer development of a new narrowbody has profound and negative consequences for the industry.
Malaysia Airlines Boeing 737-800
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Opinion: Aviation Needs A Faster Path To Lower Carbon Emissions

Nov 18, 2022
Low-carbon aviation fuels can help industry buy time to develop sustainable aviation fuel that is affordable enough for wide adoption.

DEPARTMENTS

Airbus A300
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Letters From Our Readers, Nov. 21, 2022

Nov 18, 2022
Readers write about Franz-Josef Strauss' role at Airbus, simulation technology in aviation, Joint Stars and Boeing and the Transonic Truss-Braced Wing.
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New Positions, Promotions, Honors And Elections, Nov. 21, 2022

Nov 18, 2022
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.
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Aerospace Calendar And Aviation Week Events, Nov. 21, 2022

Nov 18, 2022
A roundup of upcoming conferences, exhibitions and summits.