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Aviation Week & Space Technology, June 3, 2024

VOL. 186 NO. 22 June 03, 2024
Aviation Week Cover, June 3-16, 2024

Under its EcoJet research program, Bombardier is flying a 17%-scale autonomous model of a  business-jet concept offering up to 50% lower emissions - 20% from the unconventional blended wing body configuration.

Credit: Bombardier

BUSINESS AVIATION

removable strakes
article

Bombardier EcoJet Business Jet Study Is ‘Looking Very Positive’

May 27, 2024
EcoJet demonstrator evolves into advanced airborne lab role as Bombardier’s blended wing body business jet research effort continues second flight-test phase.
People walking past static aircraft display
article

EBACE 2024 Focuses On Innovation, Sustainability And Safety

May 31, 2024
The need to maintain competitiveness and treat business operators fairly must be balanced with climate concerns.

FIRST TAKE

Bell aircraft
article

First Take, June 3, 2024

May 31, 2024
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

D328eco concept
article

Deutsche Aircraft Targets Turboprop, Regional Jet Replacement Market

May 28, 2024
With newer technologies being developed, Deutsche Aircraft says it still has sufficient time to bring a 40-seat Dornier 328-based turboprop to market.
Air France aircraft taking off
article

Can Rail Tie-Ups Make A Real Difference With Emissions?

May 29, 2024
Many European airlines have signed partnerships for seamless travel with rail operators, but environmentalists are skeptical of the emissions-cutting benefits.
Truck parked in front of Airbus A350 on runway
article

Airbus Targets Automated Taxiing Operations With Optimate Project

May 31, 2024
The three-year demonstrator program led by Airbus UpNext is using a truck equipped with an aircraft cockpit to test the systems.
Person pulling luggage entering airport
article

Airlines Queue For New DCA Slots

May 30, 2024
The FAA Reauthorization Act includes approval for five new daily roundtrips from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport beyond the 1,250-mi. perimeter.

DEFENSE

Three KC-46As on runway in fog
article

New Delivery Delay Adds To Boeing KC-46 Woes

May 28, 2024
Inspection revealed broken part in tanker’s refueling boom, prompting inspections and two-month delay.
Swedish Air Force Gripen
article

Sweden Hones Air Force Dispersion Capabilities Amid Regional Threats

May 28, 2024
Sweden’s Cold War doctrine of road runway operations has come back into vogue in the face of a renewed Russian threat.
Draken-like uncrewed aircraft system
article

Saab Accelerates Research To Support Future Fighter Development Bid

May 30, 2024
Saab is planning technology demonstrations to prove to Sweden's government that it can develop the nation’s next combat aircraft.
Sierra Nevada Corp aircraft concept
article

The Air Force’s Next Doomsday Fleet Takes Shape

May 29, 2024
Sierra Nevada is starting work on the Air Force’s E-4B replacement and outlining teammates.

SPACE

Starship test launch
article

SpaceX Aims For Intact Reentry, Splashdown With Starship Flight Test 4

May 30, 2024
The company is hoping the upgraded Starship survives its return through the atmosphere.

BUSINESS

Boeing fuselage in factory
article

Near-Term Issues Will Hit Boeing’s Pocketbook

May 30, 2024
The manufacturer’s key targets for 737 and 787 production remain in place, but mounting problems in the short run will not spare its balance sheet.

TECHNOLOGY

Cryoprop project concept
article

The Week In Technology, May 27-31, 2024

May 27, 2024
Airbus Cryoprop superconducting propulsion; North American hydrogen hub airports; Aurora’s high-speed VTOL; CAE’s electric Archer trainer.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

Concept art of laser on starry sky
article

Space Lasers Offer Potential Value As Orbital Debris Mitigation Option

May 29, 2024
Blasting space junk with beams of light could be one of the most cost-effective methods of cleaning up space.
article

The Debrief: Sweetman’s ‘Trainwreck’ Tells Other Side Of F-35’s Complicated Story

May 28, 2024
The title of Bill Sweetman’s self-published report is not subtle: “Trillion Dollar Trainwreck: How the F-35 Hollowed Out the United States Air Force.”

DEPARTMENTS

U.S. Air Force airman
article

Letters From Our Readers, June 3, 2024

May 30, 2024
Readers write about 3D printing for old aircraft, aviation’s future, a twin-engine 727 proposal and China’s Z-21 inspiration.
article

New Positions, Promotions, Honors And Elections, June 3, 2024

May 31, 2024
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.
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Aviation Week Events, June 3, 2024

May 31, 2024
A roundup of upcoming conferences and exhibitions.