All articles by Greg Waldron – Page 46
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NewsUSAF paper explores Chinese research into drone swarms
A new US Air Force (USAF) study indicates that Chinese researchers are looking to address the challenges related to creating drone swarms for future combat missions.
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NewsDrones, paragliders featured in Hamas attack against Israel
Militant group Hamas appears to have made extensive use of small armed drones in its surprise attack against Israel from Gaza, in addition to using paragliders as a way to ferry assailants over fortifications.
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NewsThales CEO sees more efficient flightpaths offering significant fuel savings
Patrice Caine of Thales says that improved flightpaths can have a significant impact on industry emissions in the immediate term.
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NewsAir India to stand up big spare parts warehouse in New Delhi
With significant fleet growth planned, Air India wants to streamline its access to spare parts in New Delhi.
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NewsFounding boss of MYAirline bows out citing health reasons
Rayner Teo sheparded MYAirline through the start-up process, leading to its launch in December 2022.
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NewsIndonesian late payments continue to dog KF-21 programme
Despite periodic remarks that KF-21 payment issues have been resolved, Jakarta remains tardy with its share of development funding.
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NewsBoeing signs civil aviation pact with Indonesia, as it opens new Jakarta office
Airframer’s opening of a new Jakarta office follows Indonesia’s August commitment for 24 F-15EX fighters.
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NewsCebu Pacific engineering head sees OEMs making no progress on spares
The engineering chief of Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific Air sees little sign of improvement in the availability of aircraft spare parts.
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NewsSingapore safety report warns about implications of climate change for pilots
Climate change will see a higher risk of more extreme conditions, similar to those that confronted the crew of an SIA 777-300ER that declared a fuel emergency and was unsuccessful at its first three landing attempts at Batam Airport.
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NewsSIA 777 made missed approach, two go-arounds after declaring fuel emergency
A Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER landed very low on fuel after declaring ‘Mayday Fuel’ and aborting three attempted landings at a diversion airport in Indonesia.
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NewsRussia’s obsolete Be-12s employed in counter-USV role
Ukraine’s success with unmanned surface vehicles has led to a new role for a Cold War amphibian originally designed to hunt submarines.
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NewsLessor SMBC observes bumper demand for spare engines
Problems with newer generation aircraft engines, coupled with a surge in passenger demand, means that engine spares are a hot commodity.
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NewsVistara adds new Frankfurt service, as SriLankan sets up first interline partnership
Asia-Pacific carriers continue to add to their international networks, announcing new destinations and partnerships.
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NewsBrisbane Wellcamp airprox event sees operators update procedures
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has labeled a 2021 loss of separation between a Saab 340B and Beechcraft King Air 200 as a serious incident.
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NewsMD Helicopters secures Nigerian contract for MD530F Cayuse Warriors
Nigeria has signed a contract with MD Helicopters for 12 MD530F Cayuse Warrior Plus armed scout helicopters.
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NewsAustralia permanently grounds long troubled MRH90 Taipan
Australia will prematurely cease all flying operations with the NH Industries MRH90 Taipan, as it looks to accelerate deliveries of its replacement, the Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk.
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NewsADB calls for greater air traffic liberalisation in Central Asia
A new report from the Asian Development Bank calls on Central Asian nations to further liberalise air travel.
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NewsRange of projects show potential for AI/ML to enhance aviation efficiency
Aritificial intelligence and machine learning offer stunning opportunities for the aviation industry, from enhanced air traffic management to improved revenue management at airlines.
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NewsCulture is key for Boeing’s ‘safety management system’
A senior Boeing official contends that a true safety culture relies on employees feeling comfortable providing feedback to senior management.
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NewsP&W to expand PW1000G MRO capacity in Singapore
Pratt & Whitney plans to expand its Singapore engine shop, boosting capacity to service the PW1000 geared turbofan (GTF) by two thirds.