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Aviation Week & Space Technology, June 19, 2023

VOL. 185 NO. 24 June 19, 2023
June 19-July 2, 2023, Aviation Week cover
Credit: (Clockwise from top left): Anthony Pecchi/Dassault Aviation, Airbus and Daher.

PARIS 2023| COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Airbus A220 narrowbody aircraft
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Airbus Targets Both Conventional And Hydrogen Platforms For Mid-2030s

Jun 14, 2023
Production issues and supply chain shortages are continuing short-term problems for Airbus, but the OEM must also define a long-term product strategy.
Air Baltic
article

Russia’s Airspace Closure Reshapes European Airline Operations

Jun 13, 2023
The Russian invasion of Ukraine and airspace closures are having long-term effects on the networks of European carriers.

FIRST TAKE

Electra.aero vehicle
article

First Take, June 19, 2023

Jun 16, 2023
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

PARIS 2023 | INTERVIEWS

Wisk air-taxi
article

Why Boeing’s CEO Says He’s Playing the Long Game

Jun 16, 2023
Calhoun wants new types that delivers in the neighborhood a 20-30% improvement over today’s airplanes.
Airbus A320neo-family aircraft
article

Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury Reveals Plans for New-Generation Narrowbody

Jun 14, 2023
Airbus has begun work on a next-generation aircraft to enter service in 2035, opting for a novel architecture that may enable use of open-rotor engines.
Embraer C-390 agile tanker
article

Embraer CEO Francisco Gomes Neto Outlines His Revival Plan

Jun 12, 2023
Aviation Week editors talk with Embraer’s CEO about the company’s evolving business and why he’s focusing on India and China.
GE9X high-bypass turbofan
article

Why GE’s Larry Culp Is All-In On Aerospace

Jun 13, 2023
Aviation Week editors talk with GE’s CEO about the company’s breakup and new focus on aerospace.
Safran technician
article

Safran CEO Optimistic Post-Pandemic, Despite Supply Chain Challenges

Jun 09, 2023
Safran’s CEO sees challenges and opportunities in aerospace manufacturing and space launch in the coming years.
uncrewed aircraft
article

MBDA CEO On Preparing To Meet Europe’s Increased Missile Demands

Jun 13, 2023
Eric Beranger talks to Aviation Week about how the company is adapting to customer demands for more stocks and nimbler development cycles.

PARIS 2023| ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY

Archer Aviation Midnight air taxi
article

Aviation Week Forecasts 1,000 eVTOL Deliveries By 2030

Jun 16, 2023
Aviation Week Network’s new forecast is more conservative than rosier industry projections.
Volocopter VoloCity air taxi
article

AAM Industry Looks To Paris Olympics For First Major Showcase

Jun 15, 2023
As the 2024 Summer Olympics approach, advanced air mobility providers ramp up plans to offer shuttle services. But obstacles remain.

PARIS 2023 | DEFENSE

F-35 Joint Strike Fighter
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As European Defenses Modernize, Procurement Struggles Emerge

Jun 16, 2023
Germany’s labored defense modernization contrasts dramatically with neighboring Poland’s lavish spending, but why are nations struggling to spend the money?
Dassault’s Rafale
article

French Air Power Faces Pain Before Technological Gain

Jun 15, 2023
Despite increased defense spending, parliamentary hearings are hinting at potentially adverse consequences for some of France’s key defense aerospace programs.
Portuguese Air Force airlifter
article

Europe’s Drive For Collaboration Enhancing Security And Development

Jun 14, 2023
The defense cooperation mechanisms of the European Union and European Commission appear to be driving nations to cooperate more closely.
Ukrainian Su-27 aircraft
article

How Ukraine’s Two-Year Campaign For Fighters Finally Succeeded

Jun 15, 2023
Ukrainian success in fending off Russia’s invasion is changing Western allies’ policy about supplying fighters.

PARIS 2023 | SUPPLY CHAIN

Elodie Donne, an operator on Mecachrome’s Leap engine turbine blade production line in Sable-sur-Sarthe
article

Europe’s Suppliers Strive To Adapt In Post-Pandemic World

Jun 09, 2023
As production ramps up, hiring is now a major concern. Improved production techniques should help on-time delivery and quality.
semiconductors in smartphones
article

How Aerospace Can Improve Its Supply Of Semiconductors

Jun 13, 2023
Onshoring semiconductor manufacturing could boost supply chain resilience for national security, but it is easier said than done.

PARIS 2023 | SPACE

Ariane 5 rocket
article

Europe Facing Its Lowest Launch Rate In 40 Years

Jun 12, 2023
Ariane 6 delays and problems with Vega C leave European launch industry mostly grounded.

PARIS 2023 | BUSINESS

financial graphic
article

Three Years After COVID-19, How Are Aerospace Finances?

Jun 12, 2023
In the aerospace and defense industry, financially speaking, the kids are all right.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

aircraft on tarmac
article

Airlines Close In On Large Aircraft Orders Ahead Of Paris Air Show

Jun 12, 2023
The airline industry lost close to $180 billion in the pandemic. Now that profits are returning on strong demand, carriers aim to secure long-term capacity.

DEFENSE

Lockheed Martin F-35A
article

F-35 Program Shifts Focus To Defining Cooling System Upgrades

Jun 13, 2023
A persistent and worsening cooling system shortfall is finally being addressed in a new upgrade package now being defined by the Joint Program Office.
U.S. Marine Corps aircraft
article

U.S. Marine Corps Modernization Plan Features Swarming Munition, VTOLs

Jun 12, 2023
Plan to feature new long-range munitions and vertical-takeoff-and-landing systems as part of a long-term approach that looks to cut traditional squadrons.

INTERIORS

Airspace XL Bins
article

Aircraft Interiors Inch Toward Sustainability And Accessibility

Jun 15, 2023
Delta Flights Product has created a new personal wheelchair access offering—based on what was just a concept last year.

TECHNOLOGY

Whisper Jet
article

The Week In Technology, June 12-16, 2023

Jun 14, 2023
Ducted-fan Whisper Jet, Quiet cyclorotor propulsion and MIT’s megawatt motor.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

ULA launch
article

Upper-Stage Review Delays Vulcan Debut

Jun 14, 2023
Ultimately, heritage hardware, not new technology, is the cause.
air show
article

From The Editor: Here Is How To Join Us In Paris

Jun 16, 2023
Our new ShowNews app is free, easy to use and compatible with iPhones and Android devices.

DEPARTMENTS

jetzero
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Letters From Our Readers, June 19, 2023

Jun 16, 2023
Readers write about JetZero’s blended wingbody, SpaceX’s Starship/Super Heavy launch failure and airliner engine nacelles. Plus: Behind the Scenes at Boeing.
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New Positions, Promotions, Honors And Elections, June 19, 2023

Jun 17, 2023
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.
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Aerospace Calendar And Aviation Week Events, June 19, 2023

Jun 16, 2023
A roundup of upcoming conferences, exhibitions and summits.