Emerging Technologies

Etihad Airways has launched the world’s first Transition Sukuk and the first Sustainability-Linked financing in global aviation, under a Transition Finance Framework.

The U.S. Air Force must decide how to fill an aerial refueling shortfall exacerbated by KC-46 delays and an aging KC-10 fleet.

U.S. funds electric propulsion; Wisk to carry passengers; Gremlins mission demo; HAPS payload developed; Astra Space emerges.

Sustainment focus drives Airbus toward new technology demonstrations ranging from hybrid propulsion to eVTOLs and delivery drones.

The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency envisions using MALE UAVs to support search, rescue and anti-pollution missions.

The market for radar images and radio frequency mapping from space still relies on military and government customers.

Results of high-and low-speed testing in NASA wind tunnels continue to show promise for Boeing’s Transonic Truss-Braced Wing concept.

Standardization, an improved gearbox and cockpit automation have been confirmed for S-92 upgrade kits and a new production version.

UK gains P-8 maritime patroller; L3Harris spacecraft clears design hurdle; IAI makes deals in India; Germany scraps UAV purchase plan.

The industry has taken off since Rolls-Royce announced plans for a manufacturing and testing facility in 2007.

With gradual funding secured, Europe moves ahead with reusable launcher demonstrators.

Leonardo has purchased fledgling Swiss rotorcraft manufacturer Kopter group, securing a new single-engine helicopter in the process.

The UK’s aerospace industry has committed to delivering net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Testing has reached the design ceiling, a source says. Engines and nacelles designs have been adjusted.

Operators say more spaceports will be needed to support launch demand.

The flight-test debut of the world’s largest twinjet provides a rare bright spot for embattled Boeing.

Boeing’s new CEO orders a refresh of the next new airplane study, but what will emerge?

Aviation Week Senior Editor Guy Norris and London Bureau Chief Tony Osborne are joined by Vertical Flight Society Executive Director Michael Hirschberg as they review a busy Heli-Expo 2020 in Anaheim, California.

EASA drafts electric rules; unmanned cargo gliders; orbit debris removal; Uber engages on UAM; Honeywell eyes fluidic propulsion.

Emirates said it will conclude 2019 with a successful string of product, network, and customer experience highlights.

ARPE-E, the U.S. Energy Department’s (DOE) DARPA-inspired advanced research projects agency, has launched two programs to develop propulsion technology for all-electric, 150-200-seat narrowbody airliners.

A sixth process for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has been approved by standards body ASTM International.

Delta Air Lines has signed an offtake agreement with Northwest Advanced Bio-Fuels (NWABF) that could result in deliveries of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) beginning by the end of 2024 if a feasibility study now underway supports construction of a biorefinery in Washington state.

Wright Electric has launched development of a 1.5-megawatt, 3-kilovolt power train that will form the foundation of the propulsion system for a 186-seat short-haul electric airliner that the U.S. startup hopes will enter service in 2030.

Sometimes a flight isn’t just more convenient—it can be the more environmentally friendly way to travel.