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European Space Agency, Inmarsat Complete Satcom Design

The 'Iris Precursor' program aims to support initial 4D flight-path control by satellite by 2018.

EASA Calls for Mandatory Mental Screening of Pilots

Task force report to EC contains six main recommendations

Aircraft Laser Hits on the Rise

More than 2,700 laser-strike incidents have been reported so far this year.

Japan’s New Maritime Patroller Makes International Debut

The Kawasaki P-1 was flown to the UK’s premier airshow, but is an unlikely contender for that country’s maritime aircraft requirement.

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Boeing Reports Second Charge Related to KC-46 Program

The manufacturer will absorb an after-tax charge of $536 million due to 'higher estimated engineering and manufacturing costs' of tanker.

Navalized Ka-52 Alligator Makes Public Debut in Russia

The more powerful Ka-52K was shown with Kh-35 and Kh-38 anti-ship missiles.

U.S. Clears New Upgrade Offer for South Korea KF-16s

Resubmitted package favors Lockheed Martin to upgrade 134 fighters, replacing earlier solution offered by BAE Systems.

Toward The Unknown: Soaring To New Heights with the Perlan II

The two-seat glider is pressurized to fly at the edge of space, which it will reach by riding stratospheric mountain waves.

Bombardier Returns To UTC for CFO Successor

John Di Bert becomes the third UTC executive to take a senior position at Bombardier this year.

JAGM Hits Targets as Lockheed Martin Awaits Army Contract

The manufacturer expects an Army contract decision later this year leading to low-rate initial production of the Joint Air-to-Ground Missile.

Airbus Helicopters Eyes Big Indian Deals with New Joint Venture

European company will partner with the Mahindra Group to compete with American and Russian OEMs for hundreds of orders.

Gagan Costs Draw Resistance from India’s Airlines

Operators claim mandate could ground fleets

Chinese Manufacturer DJI Hires Prominent 'Drone Lawyer'

Known for challenging the FAA's first enforcement action against a drone operator, Schulman joins other experts hired by the drone industry.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Pilot Group Decries Deregulation Proposal Circulating in ICAO

ICAO denies suggestions by the European Cockpit Association that the process for formulating policy on airline deregulation has been mishandled.

Updated L-410 Turboprop Rolls Out in Czech Republic

Latest version of the 19-seat commuter airplane features new avionics, more powerful engines

Contract Rejection by Delta Pilots Nixes Big Order

Deal off for 40 Boeing 737-900ERs, 20 Embraer 190s, confirms Delta CEO

Malaysia Airlines Prepares To Scale Back Network

Plans call for first large-scale service cuts since downing of MH17

FSF Holding Safety Data Collection Focus Groups

Global Safety Information Project (GSIP) workshops being held in Asia-Pacic and Pan-America.

Regulations and Government

Lufthansa Technik Set To Open New MRO Base in Puerto Rico

The facility in Aguadilla promises to generate $2.2 billion in economic impact over 30 years for the financially troubled U.S. territory.

Maintenance and Modifications

Inadequate Cargo Restraint Brought Down 747 at Bagram

At least one armored vehicle on board shifted rearward as the airplane took off, crippling key systems

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