Aerospace & Defense Roundup: Apr. 08

French Carrier Returning To Port After COVID-19 Outbreak

Charles de Gaulle Credit: U.S. Navy

France is returning its aircraft carrier to port two weeks earlier than planned after 40 sailors on board were diagnosed with the novel coronavirus. The 40,000-ton nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle will return to Toulon in mid-April, cutting short a training deployment in the Atlantic, the French Ministry of Armies announced on April 8.

Next COVID-19 Challenge To Aviation: High-Speed Rail

High-speed rail could shrink regional air traffic, a UBS report says. Credit: Joe Pries

To the list of potential long-term challenges to commercial aviation from the COVID-19 crisis, add the likelihood of faster growth in high-speed train services for travelers in China and Europe, according to a new report by a major investment bank.

European Defense Fund Sets Out Research Project Plans

Tiger Credit: Cpl Oliver Carter, Australian Department of Defense

The European Commission is calling for defense proposals for research and development grants worth up to €160 million ($174 million).

Teledyne Warns Of Business Falloff; Outlook To Be Lowered

737 MAX Credit: Boeing

Teledyne Technologies, a key supplier of aerospace instruments, digital imaging products and defense electronics, has warned Wall Street of a dramatic falloff in commercial aerospace business and that its full 2020 outlook will be ramped down due to the novel coronavirus.

Sky And Space Global Starts Bankruptcy Proceedings

Blue Diamond Credit: Sky and Space Global

Australian nanosat startup Sky and Space Global has entered voluntary administration—a process similar to Chapter 11 U.S. bankruptcy—after posting losses of more than AUS$30 million ($18.5 million) in 2019.

Boeing Demos Autonomous Delivery Service To U.S. Army

S100 Credit: Schiebel

Boeing Global Services (BGS) has demonstrated an autonomous cargo delivery system to the U.S. Army, the company said April 8.

The next COVID-19 challenge, Boeing demos autonomous delivery service, European defense fund sets out research project plans, and more. A roundup of aerospace and defense news powered by Aerospace Daily & Defense Report. 

 

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