CommercialNASA Aerospace Engineer Talks Supersonic Flight The FAA banned civilian supersonic travel over land in 1973. NASA’s Quesst mission is designing and building a research aircraft, the X-59, utilizing technology to reduce its noise and to help make…
AI & Autonomy"Intelligent" Cabin Experience from Collins Aerospace Nominated for Crystal Cabin Award Collins Aerospace, one of the world’s largest aerospace and defense companies, was named as a finalist for three Crystal Cabin Awards this week. This recognition is given to companies that use innovation…
Air TaxiFAA Updates Its Blueprint for Future Air Taxi Operations The introduction and integration of advanced air mobility (AAM) operations, which includes electric air taxis and autonomous vehicles, is one of the challenges currently facing the aviation industry. With a variety of…
CommercialOPINION: A Return to Profitability for Commercial Aviation An overriding sense of optimism is rippling through the aviation industry again after a turbulent couple of years. Profits look set to return to airlines for the first time since 2019 as…
AI & AutonomyNorth Dakota: The Silicon Valley of Drone Innovation In a conversation with Avionics International, Josh Teigen, the Department of Commerce Commissioner for North Dakota, and Frank Matus, Director of Digital Aviation Solutions for Thales Group, talked about how the state…
Business & GAAirbus and Embraer Report Q1 Results Two of the world’s largest aircraft manufacturers, Airbus and Embraer, have announced their Q1 2023 results. Looking at a variety of metrics, the companies report improvements in some areas while indicating certain…
Air TaxiEP Systems Enters Strategic Partnership with REGENT A recent announcement from Electric Power Systems included news of a strategic partnership with REGENT. REGENT is developing an all-electric seaglider, while EP Systems is a supplier of electric powertrains, including its…
UnmannedThe Latest Advancements in UAS In recent years, the world has seen a rapid rise of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS). While it started as a small sector of the aviation industry, its popularity and relevance across a…