Aerospace

Satellite crowding and military conflict create new dangers in space.

Archer Aviation has announced plans to partner with Abu Dhabi-based helicopter operator Falcon Aviation on building out a vertiport network in the UAE.

Chinese startup Autoflight’s CarryAll uncrewed electric eVTOL vehicle is expected to be type certified by Chinese regulators in the coming weeks.

Eve Air Mobility says its first full-scale prototype air taxi is on track for completion during the second quarter of 2024.

UNICAL ENGINES was established in South Florida to provide life cycle engine solutions tailored to needs of the commercial engine aftermarket.

FAA is expected to issue AD to inspect for chafing on non-conforming MAX spoiler wire bundles that can cause uncommanded spoiler deployments.

KITTYHAWK, CA acquired STACK HIP, OR (Hot Isostatic Pressing) from Stack Metallurgical Group in deal financed by Dallas-based Trive Capital.

STRATOLAUNCH completed first powered flight of Talon TA-1 test aircraft.

3DEO, CA announced strategic partnership and investment with Japan's IHI AEROSPACE to enhance adoption/implementation of DfAM technologies.

XTI AEROSPACE completed merger with INIPIXON to form single publicly-traded company to develop TriFan 600 vertical lift crossover airplane, plus real-time location systems (RTLS) technology for manufacturing and warehousing facilities.

A sharp rally in Canadian hybrid air taxi startup Horizon Aircraft contributed to a 6.5% increase in the AAM Stock Composite last week.

Emirates has been recognised with the IATA Competency-Based Training and Assessment Center (CBTA Center) Innovation Award.

Stratolaunch conducted the first powered flight of its Talon TA-1 test vehicle, a key step toward supporting regular and reusable hypersonic test capability.

The FAA has released a revised certification basis for the Joby JAS4-1 electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

Astra Space will go private by accepting a recently lowered buyout bid from its co-founders and top executives.

The airframer will essentially choose between burning hydrogen in a turbine engine and using it in a fuel cell to produce electricity—which favors efficiency.

3DMF's high-energy hydro-forming technology may make production of complex parts easier, cutting long, painstaking steps, Safran Nacelles CEO Vincent Caro says.

Satair and Joramco have signed an agreement covering the supply of expendables.

Qatar Airways has won two leading accolades at the World MICE Awards held at Berlin, Germany on 6 March, 2024.

Ethiopian Airlines Group has celebrated International Women's Day, today, with an all women-functioned flight to London-Heathrow.

Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company (ADEC) has teamed up with Sanad Strata and Solutions+ to enhance sports facilities in Abu Dhabi.

The Emirates Group celebrated International Women’s Day by launching a new initiative and highlighting its commitment to investments in women and gender equality at the workplace.

This week’s #FlightFriday looks at the A320 family, and their breakdown of their average flight cycles per month showcased by their engine type.

Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

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