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Aircraft
Rolls-Royce “pretty active” with Trent 7000
The Trent 7000 powerplant for the Airbus A330 Neo represents “a pretty active program,” says Rolls-Royce customer marketing head Peter Johnston.
Aircraft
Airbus Expands And Refines Air-to-Air Refueling
Automatic system is on the way, as well as a kit for the C295. Meanwhile, a solution to the A400M helicopter problem is being explored.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Saab Keeps Hand in Unmanned Systems
UMS Skeldar stake has helped Saab keep a stake in unmanned systems while focusing on Gripen export customers.
Rotorcraft
Airbus HForces Civil Helicopters Into Military Roles
Company claims generic weapons system will provide affordable solutions.
Aircraft
Consultant Adds Software To Help Airlines Stay Profitable
Seabury advises and supports airlines dealing with issues such as fleet optimization and network planning.
Aircraft
Leibherr’s China Landing Gear Plant Approved
The company is now approved to manufacture landing gear for Chinese aircraft programs.
Cyber Warfare Episode Plays Out in Court Case
Two-Year Legal Saga Of Chinese Cyber Hack Of U.S. Military Aircraft May Be Ending
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
British Trio Offer Airport Defense Against Drones
AUDS system has been tested by U.S. government and is now to be tested by the FAA.
Boeing 777X Cockpit to Feature Touchscreen Displays
Contract expected to be announced “later this summer.”
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
NASA-led Effort Advances Future of Unmanned Aircraft
Flight tests involving the General Atomics-built Ikhana Predator B are supporting the development of minimum operational performance standards
