Aviation Week & Space Technology

Ask the Editors: As airlines gain more leverage with lessors on aircraft maintenance, use of such parts may increase.

This webinar took place May 12, 2020 As NASA and SpaceX prepare to launch astronauts into orbit from the U.S. for the first time since the space

Boeing’s latest F/A-18; Japanese military space unit; Hungary missile request OK’d; Indian chief pushes for more “Make in India”

Democratic control of the White House likely will not be negative for defense but would introduce some new factors and issues.

Ask the Editors: Thales and Safran have different focuses, and Safran’s defense business is much smaller than Thales’.

Blue Origin, Dynetics and SpaceX win NASA contracts to develop systems to land astronauts on the Moon.

Commercial pilots should be encouraged to fly their aircraft manually in routine flight to be better able to handle emergencies.

Government watchdog warns of record-high budget overruns and schedule delays with Moon rocket and other big-ticket projects.

Cassio family unveil; Sabrewing rollout; WatFly’s personal eVTOL; Advancing Remote ID; Sniffing out COVID-19.

Ask the Editors: Airline cabins are already quite safe, and many airlines now require face coverings throughout flight and in airports.

Avic Guizhou looks as if it is pushing the trainer, a distant MiG-21 derivative, for shipboard use.

The facility needs a new launcher and a new manned spacecraft. Both flew on May 5.

Despite COVID-19, Finland is pressing ahead with the procurement of new combat aircraft to help modernize its defense capabilities.

The Air Force looks to Agility Prime and eVTOLs as a potential model for engaging with commercial technology innovators.

The Pacific Air Force aims to streamline base defense logistics with the Agile Combat Employment strategy in WestPac Rumrunner exercise.

Boeing Australia rolls out first Airpower Teaming System unmanned aircraft.

In damage-control effort, French aerospace industry outlines plans for supply chain support.

On the heels of Germany’s proposal to purchase both Eurofighter Typhoons and Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornets, Aviation Week editors discuss ongoing fighter competitions around the world on Check 6, highlighting one of the most dynamic markets in aerospace.

Ask the Editors: Sustainable aviation fuels are technically viable today; it is their economic viability that remains in question.

This webinar took place May 7, 2020 The aviation industry’s efforts to improve sustainability have been put on the back burner as the COVID-19 crisis

Frozen for now, the bonfire of A&D consolidation will roar again as COVID-19 leads to a shakeout in the lower tiers.

Retirements sped up, deliveries stretched out as American, Delta, Southwest, United ponder post-pandemic operations.

Ask the Editors: The single-aisle market will be severely affected but less so than widebodies.

Signs of domestic recovery are emerging in Asian markets such as China, South Korea and Vietnam, although many others remain in decline.

On the lookout for opportunities, carriers strive to store aircraft in ready-to-use condition.