Emerging Technologies

Dream Chaser spaceplane tests in 2023 mark first operational steps toward development of Sierra Space’s orbital ecosystem.

Communication and sensor systems usually run independently.

Active-flow-control X-plane; eVTOL crash-test surprise; Light-aircraft hybrid propulsion; and Korean UAM dry run.

The OEM plans to try new formula to benefit from a higher-aspect-ratio wing, without the extra weight.

Maeve Aerospace plans to develop a 44-seat electric regional airliner with a design range of 300 nm.

Etihad Airways will increase its services to Shanghai with twice weekly flights from February 2, 2023.

Africa urgently needs a more extensive and robust aviation network, given the region's relative lack of alternative long-distance transportation infrastructure, writes Lydia-Claire Halliday executive director, stakeholder relations & strategy, LCH Consultancy.

Oman Air has signed an agreement with Omantel, a telecom operator, to provide passengers flying to Oman with Tourist SIM Cards on board their flight.

A recently upgraded testbed at U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School will play a central role in preparing autonomous algorithms for operational development.

Established satellite companies introduce new technologies and strategies to compete with startups.

In redesigning the tanker’s Remote Vision System, Boeing aimed to replicate the feeling of looking out a window.

Companies are tripping over each other to proclaim their dedication to sustainability, but the sad truth is a next-generation airliner remains far off.

Why 2023 will be a pivotal year for aerospace & defense.

Beyond current supply chain issues, engine makers ramp up research for future propulsion technology options.

Listen in as three Aviation Week editors discuss—and sometimes debate—whether Boom’s new supersonic engine plan is for real.

Demonstrations are growing more diverse as the industry matures and new players seek to change the space industry.

The ground tests are of the hybrid-electric propulsion system that will power the modified De Havilland Dash 8-100 flight demonstrator starting in 2024.

Hermeus will use a modified version of the 29,000-lb. thrust engine.

Rolls-Royce has completed building and is preparing to test its UltraFan, technology demonstrator.

Ambitious goals for SAF in aviation are running up against supply limitations.

Rolls-Royce and Gulfstream Aerospace are conducting the first original equipment manufacturer test flight of an ultralong-range business jet powered by 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

Etihad Airways is relaunching its Kolkata route as well as increasing frequencies to New York.

NEXT50, an Abu Dhabi based technology company, is well underway to delivering the first phase of the biometric initiative at Abu Dhabi international Airport.

Hybrid-electric Sikorsky; Air NZ picks zero-emission partners; Avio’s fuel-cell hybrid; and H2 for long-range drones.

Rolls-Royce has loaded its UltraFan new-generation turbofan demonstrator into the company’s Testbed 80 facility.