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Oil & Gas Woes Seep Into Bell Results

Commercial helicopter deliveries in the second quarter were down by 40 percents, revenues dropped $46 million and profits fell $20 million.

Bell 525 Flight-test Program on Hold

Bell suspended the flight test program until it learns more about the cause of the July 6 crash of a flight-test vehicle.

Quest Aircraft Completes Phase I Expansion in Idaho

The new building addition expands floor space by 27,000 sq ft, bringing the current building to 110,000 sq ft.3

ATP Places Order for 12 More Aircraft from Piper

The flight school will receive 12 Archer TXs from Piper Aircraft.

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Utility Kitbuilt Bearhawk Has a New Reason To Cheer

Latest ‘Bravo’ model is faster and has a more docile stall, thanks to a new Riblett airfoil.

Dassault’s Defense Business Still Thriving

Mirage upgrade contract and Neuron flight test extension adds to earnings from Rafale.

Recently Certified Stemme S12 Arrives at Oshkosh

Stemme is anticipating U.S. FAA approval shortly after receiving EASA type certification in March.

Rans Newest Kit Will Be a Fast-build Project

Prototype of the S-21 Outbound is still under construction, but details will be available at AirVenture

BAE Systems Describes EW Capabilities

The company’s low-profile electronic warfare business was highlighted in a Farnborough airshow briefing.

More F-35 News from RIAT and Farnborough

Announcements by BAE Systems, a new agreement on Turkish missile integration, Canada’s partner status, and endorsements from senior U.S. commanders.

D8 'Ultra-Efficient Commercial Aircraft' Forges Ahead

The aim of the project is to maximize the efficiency of commercial aircraft.

Textron Jet Deliveries Up, but Pricing Dampens Profits

Textron Aviation’s profits dipped 9 percent despite an increase in business jet deliveries and 6 percent increase in revenues.

Airbus Statospheric Glider Headed to Andes

Last year’s AirVenture star on its way for further high-altitude testing.

Deliveries, Backlog Down at Dassault

The French airframer released its first half numbers, which show the impact of pricing pressure, a weak Euro, and continuing global churning.

New Eclipse 'Canada' To Have More Performance, Range

The twinjet will also have an integrated Garmin G3000 suite and flat-rated Pratt & Whitney Canada PW615 turbofans.

More J-20 Stealth Fighters Built in China

The long-range interceptor may be nearing entry into service, although questions remain over the maturity of the intended indigenous powerplants.

Farnborough Show Brought Plenty of Defense News

A round-up of AIN’s comprehensive coverage of the event.

The U.S. Navy’s Boeing P8 Poseidon Soars Above Farnborough

The U.S. Navy’s Boeing P8 Poseidon Soars Above Farnborough

UAC and Comac Work on Budget for New Widebody Program

The new joint venture between Russia's UAC and China's Comac and Avic is firming up plans for its planned new widebody.

Sukhoi Introduces SSJ100 Variant for Sports Team Travel

Concept is enhanced by medical and IT solutions to reduce jet lag, hypoxia, dehydration, stress on the body and aerophobia.

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