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.
Safety
ATC Issues Changes in North Carolina Hurricane Response
Safety measures have been instituted to manage the aviation support effort
Aircraft
UP.Summit 2024 Celebrates Mobility Technology
Ideas abound when 300 creators and innovators join together
Airports
Charlotte Airport Runway Project Gets AIP Funding Boost
The 10,000-foot runway is expected to be operational by the end of 2027
Airports
Florida Airports Quickly Rebound after Helene
Category 4 hurricane caused little damage to aviation infrastructure
Airports
Southeast U.S. Prepares for Big Hurricane Helene Impact
The storm is expected to strengthen before coming ashore this evening
Environment
Minnesota Flight To Fly on Locally Grown SAF
Delta flight will highlight the region's SAF production chain
Airports
Chicago Airport Gets FAA Approval To Build New Tower
Gary/Chicago International expects to start construction next year
Engines
GKN Expanding Swedish Engine Component Plant
The expansion will enable GKN to keep up with global demand
Environment
Connecticut Airport Selected for Future Energy Research Program
Program is a joint project between NASA and NREL
Avionics
Garmin Founders Inducted into National Aviation Hall of Fame
Co-founders Min Kao and the late Gary Burrell were honored during the 60th annual ceremony of the NAHF
Environment
SkyNRG To Partner on Swedish SAF Plant
Slated for completion by 2030, the faciilty will eventually produce 100,000 tonnes of SAF a year
Environment
California Shuts Window on PFAS Firefighting Foam
After a year-long delay in enactment, the ban took effect last week
Aircraft
Hermeus To Build Hypersonic Testing Facility in Florida
Hypersonic developer is investing $135 million in the Jacksonville test site
Regulations and Government
FAA Advisory Circular Addresses Unwanted Reverse Thrust
The FAA's recent amendments to Part 25 airworthiness regulations require system safety assessments for key systems
Engines
GE Aerospace Joins AI Safety Consortium
GE has doubled its investment in AI and uses it in a range of applications
Aircraft
Embraer Explores Options for Indian Supply Chain
Efforts focus on bid to supply KC-390 Millenium tanker/transport aircraft to Indian Air Force
Environment
U.S. Up To Meet Sustainable Aviation Fuel Challenge
Three years in, the U.S. is on track to meet SAF production goal
Environment
Minnesota SAF Coalition Notes Progress
Group looks to develop and expand SAF production in the state
Training and Workforce
Wilson Leach Among Slate of Honorees at NAA Fall Awards
NAA is bringing back its Fall Awards event
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Aerospace Workers Strike at Eaton's UK Factory
Fareham facility makes systems and equipment for aircraft including business jets
Environment
Australian SAF Refinery Project Enters Study Phase
Supported by Boeing and the local government, construction is expected to begin in 2026
Airports
South Dakota's Pierre Regional Airport Rehabs Runways
Pierre Regional Airport is spending nearly $14 million on runway upkeep
Environment
New SAF Process Could Transform Industry
Flexiforming can use multiple feedstocks, even other SAF byproducts
Aircraft
Boeing Appoints Kelly Ortberg CEO
Ortberg previously served as president and CEO of Rockwell Collins
Rotorcraft
Helicopters Contribute To Strong Growth at Leonardo
Orders, revenues, and earnings grew during the first six months of 2024
Aircraft
UK-based Team Completes 5G Infrastructure Flight Trials
SPL is leading a British effort to develop airborne antennas
