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Magazine Issue

Aviation Week & Space Technology, April 28, 2025

VOL. 187 NO. 17 April 28, 2025

SPACE

Planet Labs Adds New AI Layers To Its Satellite Constellations

Apr 21, 2025

Earth observation pioneer Planet Labs sees large language models speeding up analysis of images to improve understanding.

PROPULSION

Rolls-Royce Proves Intent On Small UltraFan Design

Apr 22, 2025

The medium-thrust UltraFan design launch signals Rolls’ commitment to single-aisle market ventures as its large engine variant moves toward new tests.

Rolls’ Boeing 787/Airbus A330neo Durability Upgrade Nears End Goal

Apr 23, 2025

Trent 7000/1000TEN Phase 2 durability enhancement package tests are underway as Rolls targets on-condition maintenance in 2026.

Global Combat Air Program Engine Focuses On Thermal-Electrical Management

Apr 23, 2025

Seeking unprecedented levels of electrical power generation and thermal management, the GCAP engine team has ditched an adaptive-cycle concept.

DEFENSE

Rendering of Boeing E-7 aircraft flying above clouds

U.S. Air Force Plans Big E-7A Modifications And Potential Replacement

Apr 24, 2025

A U.S. Air Force notice raises the possibility of the service fielding a separate aircraft to serve the E-7A role.

U.S. Army Contract Proposes Mass-Producible Laser Weapons

Apr 22, 2025

The imminent kickoff of the Enduring High-Energy Laser program gives industry a platform to mainstream directed-energy technology.

MILITARY SPACE

NATO Adm. Pierre Vandier speaking in front of screen showing Star Wars Millennium Falcon with NATO flag

NATO Contemplates Its Role In A Newly Contested Space Domain

Apr 25, 2025

The 76-year-old alliance wants to bolster its space capabilities with hundreds of millions of dollars in new funding.

Space Force-Funded ‘TRL Bootcamp’ Completes Inaugural Edition

Apr 24, 2025

SpaceWerx and The Aerospace Corp. help commercial space companies and prospective government customers get on the same page about technology readiness levels.