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Aviation Week & Space Technology, Sept. 18, 2023

VOL. 185 NO. 36 September 18, 2023
SpaceX launchpad
Credit: SpaceX

SPACE

pressurized module
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Private Space Stations Prepare For LEO Operations

Sep 14, 2023
NASA is working with at least six companies interested in operating orbital outposts.
NASA’s Psyche spacecraft
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Psyche Spacecraft Is Slated To Travel To Metal Asteroid

Sep 12, 2023
After a year’s delay to resolve software issues, NASA’s Psyche spacecraft is poised to explore a namesake asteroid.

FIRST TAKE

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First Take, Sept. 18, 2023

Sep 15, 2023
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

DEFENSE

Poland’s President Andrzej Duda
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Poland Presses Forward With Air Defense Umbrella Plans

Sep 11, 2023
U.S. and European defense suppliers are supporting the development of Poland’s air defense system and the development of future missiles to support it.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Lufthansa A320neo
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Pratt GTF Repair Plan Jolts Beleaguered Airline Industry

Sep 14, 2023
Pratt & Whitney has been working for months to figure out how to schedule needed PW1100G repairs. The fleet management plan is painful for everyone involved.
Boeing 737 MAX
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Latest Issue Slows 737 MAX Deliveries, But Not Ramp-Up Plans

Sep 12, 2023
Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems say the latest 737 MAX production-quality issue will affect near-term deliveries but not plans to boost production.
Discover Airlines aircraft
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Lufthansa Repositions Its Low-Cost Units

Sep 14, 2023
Eurowings and Discover Airlines have firm strategies in place as City Airlines nears launch. But Lufthansa Group must invest in renewing its narrowbody fleet.
Alan Joyce, Qantas CEO
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Despite Recent Woes, Joyce Leaves Qantas In Strong Condition

Sep 13, 2023
Airline CEO ends tenure early as criticism grows.

SUSTAINABILITY

SAF Alder
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SAF Production Plans Increase With More Feedstock-To-Fuel Pathways

Sep 14, 2023
Research into new sustainable aviation fuels moves into high gear as production plans continue to grow.
contrails
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Predicting And Eliminating Contrails On Agenda For U.S. Research

Sep 11, 2023
U.S. Energy Department’s advanced project agency launches aircraft contrail avoidance and high-energy battery projects.

PROPULSION

T-38C
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Trainer Engine Troubles Worsen U.S. Air Force, Navy Pilot Shortages

Sep 13, 2023
T-38, T-45 face decreasing mission capable rates, grounding due to aging powerplants.
technician with Integrated Modular Motor Drive
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Megawatt-Class Electric Motor Shown Safe at High Voltage And Altitude

Sep 12, 2023
NASA-funded multiuniversity project builds and tests an integrated modular motor drive for electric aircraft.

TECHNOLOGY

HY4
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The Week In Technology, Sept. 11-15, 2023

Sep 12, 2023
Flying electric on LH2; Clean Aviation adds projects; UK back in EU’s Horizon; and lower-cost e-fuel SAF.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

Embraer jet
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Daily Memo: Why Embraer Has Been Cleared For Takeoff In China

Sep 12, 2023
Embraer’s fortunes in China are set to improve, buoyed by a convergence of favorable commercial and geopolitical trends.
Cuberg battery pack
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Safran, Cuberg Team On Lithium-Metal Batteries For Electric Aviation

Sep 13, 2023
While the eVTOL leaders are developing their own electric motors and battery packs, Cuberg and Safran are looking to the next technology wave.
Taiwanese f-16
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The Weekly Debrief: Will Taiwan Build An Indigenous Advanced Fighter?

Sep 11, 2023
The first phase of a broad, decade-long research and development period for Taiwan’s Advanced Defense Fighter will expire in 2024.
engine shadow during sunset
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Opinion: The FAA’s Safety System Is Starting to Show Cracks

Sep 14, 2023
The regulator’s slow response to Pratt & Whitney’s engine issues is concerning.

DEPARTMENTS

concept spacecraft
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Letters From Our Readers, Sept. 18, 2023

Sep 15, 2023
Readers write about the DARPA/NASA space nuclear rocket program, and Senior Editor Guy Norris replies.
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New Positions, Promotions, Honors and Elections, Sept. 18, 2023

Sep 15, 2023
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.
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Aerospace Calendar And Aviation Week Events, Sept. 18, 2023

Sep 15, 2023
A roundup of upcoming conferences, exhibitions and summits.