NASA’s Artemis II astronauts returned into the gravitational sphere of Earth April 7 as they continued a free-return trajectory due to end with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean on April 10.
The U.S. Space Development Agency has tapped remote sensing company Capella to build two spacecraft and demonstrate advanced tactical satellite communications capabilities.
State-owned aviation company Enaer delivered the first prototype of the T-40 Newen primary trainer to the Chilean air force during an April 6 ceremony at the FIDAE air show.
A survivability upgrade is coming for the Sikorsky HH-60W Jolly Green II fleet that rescued the pilot and weapon system officer of a Boeing F-15E that was shot down over Iran on April 2.
The Air Force Research Laboratory’s DEUSCI program advances hybrid satellite communications with industry-provided terminals, enabling seamless network switching for U.S. military operations.
Can quantum computing solve one of the intractable problems in aerospace engineering—numerical simulation of the aerodynamics of a full aircraft in cruise flight with all turbulence resolved?
Three bidders, including Bell and M1 Support Services, advance to the final phase of the U.S. Army’s Flight School Next program, which aims to overhaul rotary-wing training with a new fleet of single-engine turbine helicopters.
Hermeus secures $350 million in Series C funding to accelerate production of its supersonic Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 aircraft, advancing high-speed flight capabilities and scaling manufacturing operations.
Belgium’s Air Force becomes the first European military customer for Cessna’s SkyCourier, acquiring five aircraft for special forces operations with modifications for rapid personnel and equipment transport.
The U.S. Air Force is exploring the addition of one-way attack drones to its arsenal, seeking domestically sourced designs that comply with U.S. technology policies and avoid reliance on Chinese components.
The U.S. Space Force is set to double its R&D funding, with a focus on missile warning satellites, classified programs and advanced space technologies.
Italian startup 19-01 Holdings is advancing plans for the WF-X amphibious aircraft, a multi-mission platform designed to redefine aerial firefighting and beyond.
KULR Technology Group is moving into electric aviation with a pact to provide the battery system for Robinson's eR66 electric light helicopter demonstrator.
The British Army's H145 Jupiter Mk.2 helicopters begin operations in Brunei, replacing older aircraft and supporting missions like troop transport and firefighting.
South Korea launch service company Innospace is expanding its space activities, looking to also build up a satellite development and manufacturing business.
On-orbit servicing startup Starfish Space raised more than $100 million in a Series B funding round, buoyed by a satellite deorbiting contract with the U.S.
Administrator Jared Isaacman spoke to NASA's future on his visit to Wichita on April 6, where he toured local suppliers contributing to the space program.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. said it paused operations with its YFQ-42A prototype following a mishap after takeoff at its airport in California.
