Emerging Technologies

Emirates said it has committed US$ 200 million to fund research and development projects focussed on reducing the impact of fossil fuels in commercial aviation.

Sustainability and safety have come together thanks to the AviAssist Foundation to improve flight safety in Zambia.

Tekever has been chosen by Nigerian UAS operator Aerial Robotix for environmental monitoring of oil and gas infrastructure in Nigeria.

Etihad Cargo has achieved advanced ratings for key criteria in the BlueSky Sustainability Verification Programme assessment.

Joby, Lilium and Archer have secured additional funding from existing investors.

Honeywell has launched processing technology to produce eSAF via their UOP eFining methanol-to-jet process that converts e-methanol to eSAF at high yields.

Daher is pushing for the adoption of thermoplastics in larger parts, citing multiple research and technology programs.

eVTOL noise rules; Adaptive drone wings; Assuring autonomy; and A220 on 100% SAF.

Serco Middle East has signed a partnership agreement with Pangiam UK to help bring technology-enabled guest experiences to airports in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

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

A rare tour of GE’s test chamber for adaptive engines highlights the reality of the new technologies as the company tries to save the program from cancellation.

The pacing item to return to flight may be the automated destruct safety system.

The technology of thermoplastic composites is coming closer to enabling higher production rates, as well as improved aircraft and engine designs.

Batteries offer the lowest overall energy requirement, but alone cannot power most aircraft classes out to 2070, Atkins says.

Shashank Nigam, Founder and CEO, SimpliFlying gathered a panel of experts on the stage at ATM 2023 to discuss the actions required to future-proof the air travel industry.

L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions is a rarity in the industry. It fuses a multitude of integrated offerings that touch nearly every aspect of airline operations. End-to-end solutions include a broad range of next-generation avionics, flight data analytics, full-flight simulators, and pilot training services with a clearly defined focus on enhancing safety, operational efficiency, and cost savings for airlines.

Strategy of denial also focuses on cyber, space and anti-access, aerial-denial weaponry.

Aviation industry and environmental campaigners welcome ReFuelEU accord but stress the need for further progress.

The project will include flight testing of the Pratt & Whitney GTF-powered A220 on 100% SAF.

Scramjet testing has scored several breakthroughs, but the path forward for the Pentagon’s portfolio of hypersonic glide vehicle projects is unclear.

Lithium-metal battery; composite LH2 tanks; agricultural eVTOL; and MTU adds electric motors.

Dubbed an "Explorer" aircraft, the 787-10 is the first of a planned series of additional test platforms which Boeing will use to focus on specific technologies.

Turkish Cargo has joined the ‘CEIV Lithium Battery’ certification programme, established by IATA.

Sabre, a software and technology provider, and Air India have entered a new multi-year deal.

The Arabian Travel Market has officially opened in Dubai and the event is set to focus on how the industry is ‘Working Towards Net Zero’.