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Aviation Week & Space Technology, November 11, 2024

VOL. 186 NO. 44 November 11, 2024
B-21

Northrop Grumman’s B-21 bomber for the U.S. Air Force has been clocking up hours in its flight-test program, and—unusually—costs to the government for the aircraft are coming in lower than expected.

Credit: Giancarlo Casem/U.S. Air Force

DEFENSE

B-21 in flight
article

Supporters Say Price Is Right For U.S. Air Force B-21 Order Boost

Nov 05, 2024
Most defense programs end up more expensive than planned, but the B-21 is still cheaper than the Air Force expected. Supporters say it is time to buy.
Boeing F/A-XX concept art
article

U.S. Navy Carves Independent Path For Future Fighter Design

Nov 08, 2024
Top Navy officials remain confident in the affordability and design requirements for the F/A-XX as Air Force leaders consider their own next-generation fighter.
Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works
article

Converging U.S. Air Force Modernization Plans Face A Funding Wall

Nov 08, 2024
Top service official says tanker, fighter and Collaborative Combat Aircraft plans are unaffordable without large changes.
Patriot missile defense system
article

Air Base Defense Debate Takes A Turn Amid USAF Interest In The Mission

Nov 08, 2024
U.S. Air Force officials continue to voice concerns that the Army is not prioritizing protection of air bases.
Baykar Kizilelma taking off
article

Aselsan Looks Beyond Turkey For Aerospace Collaboration

Nov 04, 2024
The manufacturer is casting its net abroad as it aims to become one of the 30 largest defense companies globally.

FIRST TAKE

CityAirbus demonstrator in flight
article

First Take, Nov. 11, 2024

Nov 08, 2024
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

BUSINESS

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg visits factory in Everett, Washington
article

Boeing’s Next Steps Take Shape As Machinists Return To Work

Nov 08, 2024
New CEO Kelly Ortberg can focus on reshaping and reinvigorating the battered aerospace giant with the machinists strike resolved.

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Ethiopian Airbus A350-1000
article

Airbus Admits To New Production Challenges, Hires MTU’s Wagner

Nov 07, 2024
Airbus is seeing the growing impact of problems at key suppliers such as Spirit AeroSystems, with its planned ramp-up for 2025 and beyond at stake.
Boeing fuselage in factory
article

Amid Surveillance Push, FAA Still Largely Reliant On Boeing’s Data

Nov 04, 2024
Unable to evaluate risks quickly and effectively in Boeing’s vast operation, the FAA depends on Boeing-produced data points to determine the airframer’s health.
Air White Whale’s W5000
article

Promise Of China’s Low-Altitude Economy Fuels Cargo Aircraft Startups

Nov 05, 2024
Seven large uncrewed cargo aircraft have rolled out or flown in the past few months.

SPACE

AstroForge technician
article

AstroForge Eyes Asteroid Flyby Mission Launch Within Months

Nov 06, 2024
The wildcatting company sees lucrative potential in mining platinum in space.

BUSINESS AVIATION

Joby Aviation aircraft at NBAA-BACE
article

New Forecasts, Products And Regs Debut At NBAA Show

Nov 05, 2024
The show featured a new challenger for broadband inflight connectivity, updates to unconventional aircraft and more.

ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY

Joby’s S4 eVTOL
article

FAA’s Final eVTOL SFAR Provides A Path To Commercial Service

Nov 08, 2024
The U.S. regulator responds to industry concerns by offering alternative pathways for powered-lift training and operating limits.
Lilium Jet concept
article

What Went Wrong With Lilium?

Nov 07, 2024
Lilium burned through more than $1.4 billion without achieving first flight of its Lilium Jet. Shareholders and customers want answers.

TOMORROW'S LEADERS

Wings Club aviation student scholarship award winners
article

Wings Club Awards Record Scholarships To Aviation Students

Nov 08, 2024
The Wings Club Foundation’s annual scholarships provide financial support to students who have demonstrated academic success in a higher education program.

TECHNOLOGY

Yifei Aviation Technology ES1000
article

The Week In Technology, Nov. 4-8, 2024

Nov 05, 2024
Uncrewed cargo eSTOL, China’s logistics seaplane and Germany’s megawatt-scale fuel test site.

DEPARTMENTS

Diamond aircraft
article

Letters From Our Readers, Nov.11, 2024

Nov 08, 2024
Readers write about aircraft battery development, working in aerospace, USAF airlifters and flight-trial trails. Plus: Behind the Scenes at MRO Europe in Barcelona.
article

New Positions, Promotions, Honors And Elections, Nov. 11, 2024

Nov 08, 2024
Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.
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Aviation Week Events, Nov. 11, 2024

Nov 08, 2024
A roundup of upcoming conferences and exhibitions.

COLUMNS AND OPINION

Spirit AeroSystems facility
article

Opinion: Why Boeing’s Loss Is Not Airbus’ Gain

Nov 05, 2024
The two OEMs’ key challenges are the extensive interdependencies across their shared supply chain.
Middle East Airlines aircraft on tarmac
article

Commentary: Airlines In Middle East Adapt To 'Exceptional' As The Norm

Nov 06, 2024
Carriers in the Levant continue to operate under extreme conditions.
View from space of Earth and Sun
article

NASA Is Drafting A Blueprint For Its Future

Nov 07, 2024
Building a skilled technical workforce for the 2040s is among NASA’s biggest challenges.
International Space Station
article

Opinion: Why The U.S. Needs To Harness The Power Of The ISS

Nov 07, 2024
Deorbiting the ultra-high-power International Space Station would be a waste of energy, literally and figuratively.