Aerospace & Defense

Cobham Relinquishes Conversion Work on UK Airbus Tanker

Boeing Gets Cozy with Embraer on KC-390

Lockheed Martin Eyes Naval Helicopter Contest in India

Machinists Vote To OK Lockheed Martin’s Revised Contract

ICAO Group Establishes New Volcanic Ash Measures

An group established by ICAO has issued a series of recommendations to mitigate the effects of volcanic ash on air transport.

Boeing Names Conner to Lead BCA, Albaugh to Retire

Boeing has named Raymond Conner to replace Jim Albaugh as head of BCA.

Biofuel Flights Take Dignitaries to UN Conference

Biofuel flights transported government dignitaries to the UN Conference on Sustainable Development.

Appetite for Commercial Aerospace Mergers & Acquisitions Undiminished by Economic Concerns, Says Lazard

According to fund manager Lazard, expectations of a prolonged upcycle driven by strong commercial aircraft backlogs are driving mergers and acquisitions.

Thales Expands IFEC Service Network As New Avant System Prepares To Enter Service

Thales is expanding its in-flight entertainment and connectivity support network through its alliance with British Airways.

U.S. Congress Undermining America’s Biofuels Leadership, Complains Washington Governor

The proposed restrictions on the U.S. military buying biofuels could stunt the country's emerging leadership in this technology.

Bombardier's Faith in C Series Unshaken by Tight Schedules

Bombardier Commercial Airplanes president Mike Arcamone has expressed satisfaction with progress on the C Series.