Latest Paris Air Show news – Page 8
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In depthITP Aero revels in new-found independence and builds for the future with ADMIRE R&T centre
Spanish engine specialist details growth plans as new ownership and investment in infrastructure and next-generation technologies position firm for the coming decades.
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NewsBeta prepares for Paris flying display debut as tour of Ireland and UK wraps up
Beta Technologies has wrapped up a tour of Ireland and the UK with its Alia CX300 ahead of the all-electric aircraft’s flying display debut at the Paris air show later in June.
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In depthTrump plan for gifted Qatari 747 confounds aviation observers and ethics experts
Aerospace analysts say converting a questionably sourced aircraft for presidential transport does not make financial sense and poses a myriad of security concerns, while ethics lawyers say the move violates rules against American officials receiving gifts from abroad.
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AnalysisChina continues search for fighter export success
China has emerged as a manufacturing superpower in several industries but has failed to gain traction as an exporter of combat aircraft. Could this be about to change?
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NewsLeonardo to detail Baykar and aerostructures partnerships during June-July
Leonardo aims in the next two months to reveal much more about two significant pending partnerships.
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NewsUSAF begins ground testing Anduril uncrewed fighter prototype
Anduril’s YFQ-44A prototype has started ground trials ahead of the type’s first flight scheduled for later this year.
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NewsAura Aero sticks to 2027 first flight target for 19-seat ERA
Aura Aero is maintaining its plan to fly the first prototype of its hybrid Electric Regional Aircraft (ERA) within two years, as the French developer continues to firm up the supply chain for the 19-seater.
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AnalysisTowards a new ERA: Why Aura has taken a staged approach to bringing its electric aircraft to market
French advanced air mobility start-up Aura, which is exhibiting at Aero Friedrichshafen this week, has taken a rather different route to market to many of its competitors. The Toulouse-based company’s flagship in-gestation product is the 19-seat hybrid Electric Regional Aircraft, or ERA, which it hopes to fly by early 2027. In the meantime, it has been developing rather more conventional aircraft.
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In depthGeneral Atomics planning modular family of uncrewed fighters
With plans to show off its offering for the US Air Force at the upcoming Paris air show, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems says it is taking a modular approach to the autonomous fighter concept that will allow customers to easily pick and choose different capabilities for their fleets.
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AnalysisRAAF to deliver options for fielding uncrewed fighters by year’s end
The service’s head of capabilities says that by the end of 2025 the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) aims to provide the Australian government with options for procuring a future fleet of uncrewed fighter aircraft, with the indigenously developed Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat being a strong contender.
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AnalysisOrtberg’s engineering focus shows signs of shifting Boeing
On 20 February, Boeing chief executive Kelly Ortberg told investors and the company’s vast network of suppliers exactly what they wanted to hear: “Supply chain on the 737 is in good shape… I feel like we are headed in the right direction.”
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NewsBombardier hands over 1,000th super-midsize jet
Bombardier has officially handed over its 1,000th super-midsize aircraft, a Challenger 3500 to long-standing customer JM Family Enterprises. Source: Bombardier The Challenger 3500 was originally launched as the Continental in 1999 “Reaching the delivery of our 1,000th super-midsize aircraft marks a defining moment,” said Bombardier chief executive ...
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NewsAngolan flag-carrier TAAG starts widebody modernisation with first 787
Angolan flag-carrier TAAG has taken delivery of its first Boeing 787, one of four set to be introduced to the airline’s fleet. The initial twinjet, a 787-9, carries a new livery for the Luanda-based operator. Powered by GE Aerospace GEnx engines, the aircraft (D2-TEQ) was flown from Seattle to Luanda ...
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NewsEmbraer steps up search for MRO partners on E190F
Embraer is stepping up efforts to find E-Jet operators with maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) expertise to collaborate on the E190F passenger-to-freighter programme.
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NewsAirbus nearing handover of first P&W-powered A321XLR
Airbus is expecting to deliver its first Pratt & Whitney-powered A321XLR shortly, to budget carrier Wizz Air, which has 47 on order. Speaking during a briefing on 9 January, commercial aircraft chief Christian Scherer referred to the initial delivery to Iberia in late October and the subsequent handovers to Aer ...
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AnalysisSmartflyer eyes electric training revolution with innovative SF-1
A Swiss start-up with a unique concept hopes to be the first to bring to market a purpose-built electric training aircraft.
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In depthTurkish Aerospace enters Farnborough riding two years of achievement
Turkish Aerospace is nothing if not ambitious, with a spate of first flights since the last Farnborough air show and plans to show off two new types this year.
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NewsEURA joint venture cements MTU and Safran next-generation helicopter engine pact
MTU Aero Engines and Safran Helicopter Engines have set up a joint venture to develop a “100% European” next-generation powertrain for military rotorcraft, formalising a tentative agreement struck at last year’s Paris air show.
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NewsElectra shares video of its first piloted ‘ultra short’ take-off and landing with Goldfinch demonstrator
Virginia-based aircraft developer Electra has demonstrated the capabilities of its hybrid-electric short take-off and landing aircraft (eSTOL) with a video of an “ultra short” take-off performed with its EL-2 Goldfinch demonstrator.
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AnalysisWhy Volocopter chief executive Dirk Hoke is ready to lead eVTOL revolution
Volocopter chief executive and former Airbus Defence & Space boss Dirk Hoke is bringing advanced air mobility to the masses – with or without a Paris Olympics appearance.