AIR has already delivered an operational prototype to an undisclosed customer, which has been flying regularly for months as part of a pilot evaluation program.
MOLEX has acquired AIRBORN, TX (military-grade connectors, cables and electronic assemblies) to create new division to drive expansion into aerospace and defense, space exploration, commercial air and other industry sectors.
NIAR (Wichita State) was selected by SNC as partner to modernize two 747-8s to replace USAF's E-4Bs; team also includes Collins Aerospace, GE Aerospace, Greenpoint Technologies, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and Rolls-Royce.
French startup Ascendance Flight Technologies says it is on track to make a first flight with a piloted, prototype of its Atea eVTOL aircraft in mid-2025.