Performance goals for the next generation of aircraft will benefit from progress in measurement techniques and a drive to increase investments in test centers.

The phrase “Valley of Death” describes the stage in which startups have begun operations but don’t yet have customers, and therefore revenues.

BOEING has internally announced cost-cutting measures, including travel restrictions, supplier expenditures and possible furloughs, in response to work stoppage by machinists.

FACC announced COMPASS research project with 13 European partners for remanufacturing thermoplastic materials to produce high-quality second-life components.

FIRST AVIATION SERVICES has acquired SAINT TECHNOLOGIES, IL (manufacturer of REALLOCK lock washers).

Joby was the biggest gainer last week with a nearly 16% increase to $5.53.