Aircraft & Propulsion

ShinMaywa remains optimistic on the export potential of its US-2 seaplane for parapublic purposes.

A Boeing engineer has come forward to challenge claims made by the OEM on the long-term safety of the 787, sparking a new round of scrutiny for the beleaguered manufacturer. Aviation Week editors break it all down.

Progress on 787 quality problems is challenged by whistleblower claims of long-term fleet safety risks.

Boeing is working to validate recommendations for inspections on 787 forward pressure bulkheads to identify potential problems in the critical subassemblies.

The primary purpose of the new joint program is to serve as a replacement for the L-410 twin-turboprop, production of which was suspended in 2022.

The industry must be allowed to grow in order to self-finance its transition to greater sustainability—but it must do so responsibly.

GKN Aerospace is nearing critical milestones in its H2Gear hydrogen-electric powertrain research and technology project after overcoming supply chain issues.

Spanish startup reveals capsule for near-space tourism ahead of commercial flights in 2026.

The special flight authorization is the first ever issued by the FAA for tests of a civil supersonic aircraft.

Scandinavian Seaplanes, Norway’s largest seaplane operator, has signed a strategic partnership with Dovetail Electric Aviation to electrify its fleet.

Organizations are making progress but still debating the best way to prevent contrail formation.

Natilus' regional cargo feeder is the first in a planned family of blended-wing-body uncrewed aircraft.

Japan backs aircraft electrification; flying warehouse for delivery drones; certifying autonomous flight; silicon batteries for eVTOL.

Wisk plans to fly the first prototype of its sixth-generation electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing aircraft this year.

The nondilutive financial support from Invest Victoria will support Dovetail’s development of electrified propulsion systems for regional aircraft.

With some 75% of the new single-aisle engine market and the worst post-pandemic supply chain issues in the rearview mirror, CFM International is now focused on increasing the time on wing of its Leap engines.

The startup’s plans have been enabled by EU regulations that established a risk-based approach to the operation of civil uncrewed aircraft systems.

Startup VerdeGo Aero says the slow pace of battery improvement leaves room for future hybrid-electric systems.

Boeing does not deserve the benefit of the doubt in any quality vs. expediency debate.

Spanish near-space tourism company Halo Space has unveiled the design of the balloon capsule it plans to use to take passengers on stratospheric flights.

The company is studying hybrid-electric helicopters, continuing its electric certification drive and pushing Dash 7 conversion for NASA’s flight demonstrator.

The timing of the latest mandate is expected to prompt a final spike in engine removals.

Boeing’s new leaders would be wise to study GE’s metamorphosis under Larry Culp.

Embraer and Brazil’s Correios postal service will jointly explore opportunities for freighter versions of the E190 series and C-390 tanker transport.

Novel hydrogen storage; Solar Skydweller flies uncrewed; Avic’s large cargo UAV; and UK integrated electric ducted fan.