All Aerospace articles – Page 195
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In depthNew law targets FAA’s self-certification system, takes aim at 737 Max lessons
The US government has ordered an “expert review” of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) programme, while also setting aside $81 million to help the FAA hire more technical staffers.
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AnalysisIndonesia certifies N219 regional turboprop
State-owned Indonesian Aerospace (IAe), also known as Dirgantara Indonesia, has received certification for its N219 commuter aircraft.
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NewsUSA military end user list touches breadth of Chinese aerospace industry
The US government’s Military End User (MEU) list covers a broad swathe of Chinese aerospace companies, but stops short of listing airframer Comac.
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AnalysisElectric and special mission P2012s mark busy year for Tecnam
Italian airframer has been stepping up deliveries of its flagship aircraft to launch customer Cape Air during 2020.
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NewsBlackshape looking to ramp up Gabriel production despite training doldrums
Italian aircraft developer sets itself ‘challenging target’ for output of its flagship programme in 2021, with high hopes for ISR and US recreational markets
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AnalysisElettronica proves itself a team player again on Tempest
Italian electronic warfare specialist has a long track record of involvement in European defence programmes, but has also been making its own mark in markets beyond the region.
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AnalysisWill air shows return in 2021?
Will air shows ever be the same again? The wait continues after almost a year of virtual gatherings, with Moscow and Dubai potentially on the horizon in 2021
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InterviewWhy Embraer’s chief executive is only looking upwards
At a time when some aerospace companies are seemingly hibernating until the pandemic passes, Embraer has come out swinging. An ambitous five-year strategy will see the launch of new programmes, diversification and new partnership agreements, pushing the Brazilian airframer to new heights.
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NewsEmbraer chief promises progress in 2021 on pair of new programmes
Embraer expects by mid-2020 to have revealed more detail on its next two aircraft developments, including a long-trailled turboprop airliner.
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In depthWhat may lie ahead for aviation in 2021?
After a nightmare 2020 in which the global pandemic brought years of strong air transport growth to an abrupt halt from which it is still recovering, what are the key issues facing the aviation industry in the year ahead?
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NewsElectric Cessna 208B suffered partial power loss during test flight
Electric propulsion company Magnix confirms that an electric-powered Cessna 208B Grand Caravan landed under degraded power after an issue with an inverter during a test flight.
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NewsEmbraer completes first European Praetor conversion
Embraer has completed the first conversion in Europe – the programme’s 12th overall - of a Legacy 450 business jet to a Praetor 500 at its Paris Le Bourget facility.
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NewsEASA approves weight increase for H135 as Airbus Helicopters seals new orders
Airbus Helicopters has secured European certification for a new alternate gross weight (AGW) on the H135 light-twin, which increases maximum take-off weight to 3,100kg.
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NewsSupplier selection adds fresh charge to Faradair’s BEHA hybrid programme
UK start-up Faradair Aerospace will shortly begin a two-year engineering effort as it works to integrate a newly selected propulsion system into the first prototype of its BEHA hybrid-electric aircraft.
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NewsFaradair chooses MagniX for electric aircraft project
US electric propulsion specialist MagniX will collaborate with UK-based Faradair Aerospace to deliver an 18-seat Bio Electric Hybrid Aircraft (BEHA) by 2026, giving the sustainable aircraft sector a good-news boost during an otherwise bleak year for aerospace.
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NewsCanada ‘validates’ Max updates ahead of January order
Canada’s civil aviation regulator has “validated” Boeing’s 737 Max updates, indicating it will lift the jet’s grounding in January.
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OpinionAvoiding mass disruption in the aerospace supply chain
If you thought 2020 was a bad year for aerospace, be prepared, as 2021 has the potential to be even worse. And counter-intuitively, it will be increasing, not weakening, demand that triggers a squeeze on the whole supply chain.
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NewsIsraeli developer has freight expectations for hybrid airship
Atlas LTA is taking on HAV’s Airlander 10 with its own design for a family of platforms pitched at the remote cargo market.
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NewsZeroAvia nets nearly $40m of new funding, including more UK government backing
Hydrogen powertrain developer ZeroAvia has secured an additional $37.7 million in investment – including backing from funds created by Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, alongside a commitment from the UK government.
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NewsBoeing hires pilots to assist customers with Max and other models: report
A European staffing company is reportedly hiring some 160 pilots to assist Boeing’s customers with various aircraft models, including the 737 Max.