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U.S. FAA

By Steve Trimble
The U.S. government will rewrite the rulebook for aerial objects flying over U.S. airspace, President Joe Biden said.
Sensors & Electronic Warfare

By Tony Osborne
Airbus Helicopters is hopeful of achieving the long-delayed FAA certification of its H160 medium-twin engine helicopter in 2023.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Bill Carey
Part 135 cargo carrier Ameriflight has signed a letter of intent to purchase 35 Rhaegal-A drones from startup Sabrewing Aircraft.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Sean Broderick
While the probe is in its early stages, nothing so far points to clear errors by anyone involved.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Guy Norris
Propulsive efficiency gains could diminish for bigger turbofans unless nacelle drag can be reduced. Flight tests show promise from a short inlet design.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Sean Broderick
More carriers, mainly ones from outside the U.S., and their trade groups are voicing concerns with FAA's plan to require 5G-related radio altimeter upgrades.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Readers write about the Boeing 747's legacy, pilot mental health, 100-year-old American companies and Boeing KC-46 refueling issues.
Aviation Week & Space Technology

By Sean Broderick
Two troubling occurrences at U.S. airports will prompt an examination of airport operational safety risks.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Christian A. Klein
U.S. aftermarket stakeholders must be persistent in supporting efforts to advance aviation regulatory policies.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Ben Goldstein
Joby Aviation announced that it has effectively completed its G-2 Means of Compliance approval process with the FAA.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Irene Klotz
SpaceX will attempt to test-fire the 33 Raptor engines of its first Starship/Super Heavy booster on Feb. 9.
Commercial Space

By Mark Carreau
NASA’s Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel is urging the agency and its policymakers to address or continue addressing a series of safety risk concerns.
Space

By Molly McMillin
The situation comes as the industry works to meet aggressive net zero carbon emission goals and develop new technology.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Sean Broderick
The FAA’s phased upgrade aligns with voluntary delays put in place by wireless companies.
Maintenance & Training

By Irene Klotz
A static firing of Super Heavy’s 33 Merlin engines is the last major milestone before debut launch.
Commercial Space

By Graham Warwick
The 1-megawatt powertrain demonstrator is installed in a modified nacelle with large air inlets on either side to cool the fuel cells.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Sean Broderick
Two headline-generating occurrences involving U.S. airlines have spotlighted FAA’s multi-pronged initiatives to reduce runway-incursion risk.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Guy Norris
Bell says the finishing line is in sight for certification of its long-delayed 525 super-medium helicopter.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Lori Ranson
Holiday tech failures and meltdowns, on top of other ongoing operational difficulties, will make this an interesting year for U.S. commercial transport.
Airlines & Lessors

By Graham Warwick
Bye Aerospace has received FAA approval for the means of compliance for Part 23 certification of its two-seat eFlyer 2 trainer.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Graham Warwick
Certification, production and funding are key challenges for the eVTOL industry.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Graham Warwick
Both NASA and Europe’s Clean Sky 2 program are racing to meet year-end deadlines for flight demonstrators.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Bill Carey
NBAA seeks to extend the comment period for the FAA’s safety management system (SMS) proposed rule.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Sean Broderick
Boeing is shedding little light on when it expects to be done certifying the final two 737 MAX family variants.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Bill Carey
Bolen called on SDC2023 attendees to contact their representatives in Congress to help shape the FAA’s regulatory and rulemaking processes going forward.
Aircraft & Propulsion