The SSL-1300 has been the chassis for 120 communication satellites. Now, one is being designed to fly to Psyche, a metal world in the main asteroid belt.
Uber is releasing common reference models for electric VTOL configurations in an effort to encourage industry collaboration on tackling technical challenges.
France has the lead role in the Franco-German future combat air system, but some, including the country’s financial watchdog, question equality of roles.
U.S. Navy project seeks to extend the reach of explosive ordnance disposal robots by teaming them with unmanned helicopters, enabling airlift and remote operation up to 50 mi.
The group’s future new long-haul routes will usually be launched by Hainan Airlines. Intercontinental development of other HNA carriers will be slowed.
Military budget grows fastest in Asia and Middle East, Greece adjusts F-16 upgrade plans, Lockheed fires up fourth SBIRS satellite, and India’s Tejas tests air-to-air missile.
