Aerospace
News and issues relating to the aerospace industry that are related to the science, engineering and business of flight in space involving civil, industrial and military applications, and similar topics related to flight in the atmosphere of the Earth that are not covered more directly by other AINonline subject channels. In other words, both astronautical and aeronautical subjects, except for those aeronautical topics that are specifically covered elsewhere on this website.
Regulations and Government
House Passes FAA Reauthorization Extension
Temporary funding delays the decision on five-year FAA reauthorization
Regulations and Government
NBAA Praises Advancement of Guillermet To Lead EASA
Formal appointment expected by EU Parliament in mid-February
Environment
GE Now Counts 10 Engines Tested on 100% SAF
Engines power a range of commercial, military, and business aviation aircraft
Environment
U.S. Treasury Issues New SAF Tax Credit Guidance
The guidance expands the range of fuels eligible for tax subsidies
ATC
GAO: ‘Mixed Progress’ for FAA’s NextGen Plan
A new report shows the agency has missed milestones in its ATC modernization plan
Environment
Boeing Adds 'Insights' to Cascade Climate Impact Modeling Tool
Cascade update adds user-friendly features to improve accessibility
Environment
EcoPulse Demonstrator Makes First Hybrid-electric Flight
The technology demonstrator that flew last week is a converted TBM900 aircraft
Training and Workforce
People in Aviation
Patrick Shanahan is interim president for Spirit AeroSystems, Alain-Jory Barthe senior v-p of industry for Daher
Maintenance and Modifications
GPMS Expands in Europe with Léman Aviation Partnership
The partnership aims to introduce Foresight MX, an advanced HUMS, to European operators
Avionics
TJC Agrees To Buy L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions
The acquisition of L3Harris CAS is set for the first half of 2024
Environment
Jefferies: Some Sustainable Aviation Fuels Are Greener Than Others
Report shows the amount of lifecycle CO2 emissions savings can vary greatly
Environment
ICAO Adopts SAF Acceptance Framework at Dubai Event
Third ICAO Conference on Aviation and Alternative Fuels served to reinforce industry's decarbonization goals
Aircraft
Embraer: Now Is Harvest Time
Based on recent investments in product development, the airframer is now reaping the fruits of its labors
Aircraft
Honeywell AAM Unit Grows into $10 Billion Business
Honeywell has contracts with AAM companies such as Archer, Lilium, Pipistrel, Supernal, and Vertical Aerospace
Training and Workforce
NATA Launches Aviation Mx Apprenticeship Tracking Tool
The tool assists members with developing aviation maintenance technician applicants
Aircraft
Schubeler To Provide Propulsion Systems for Bellwether eVTOLs
Companies have collaborated on Bellwether's Antelope and will work on the Oryx
Security
Amid Conflict, Israel Projects Minimal Presence at Dubai
IAI, Rafael and Elbit built exhibits but few representatives appeared
Training and Workforce
Airbus, Mubadala Join Efforts on Aerospace Engineer Internships
Airbus will host a dozen Emirati engineering students at its headquarters in Toulouse, France
Security
ELT Group Increasing UAE Presence
The electromagnetic spectrum management specialist has moved into the space arena
Aircraft
Dassault Aviation Marks 50 Years in UAE
Dassault has the Rafale C combat aircraft and 2000LXS business jet on static display
Rotorcraft
Flightwin Adding Applications for Unmanned Rotorcraft Family
The FWH-1500 has completed fire suppression and flood relief missions
Security
Global Tensions Call For Strong Presence, Says U.S. Group
The U.S. Aerospace Industries Association expects about 180 U.S. companies to exhibit in Dubai
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Safety
Dallas Company Offers Air Crew Mental Health Services
With the FAA announcing a new pilot mental health initiative, Crewise looks to help
Environment
Singapore Concludes SAF Pilot Program with Positive Results
The 20-month-long program indicates the airport is ready for SAF
Aircraft
A Message from AIN Co-founder and Chairman Emeritus Wilson Leach
Airshows remain key events in AIN’s DNA
Avionics
Retrofit Avionics Market Grows Modestly as Forward-fit Sales Skyrocket
The AEA's Q3 2023 Avionics Market Report shows $814 million in sales
Regulations and Government
Ethanol Trade Urges New Standard for SAF CO2 Accounting
The group is petitioning for the adoption of another method of assigning tax incentives
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Interest Rates, Ukraine Contribute to Lull in M&A Activity
High borrowing costs resulting from elevated interest rates hurting cash flow
Regulations and Government
EPA Orders Hydrofluorocarbon Drawdown
The drawdown includes aircraft parts, manufacturing, and maintenance
