The End of an Era: Delta Rockets Launch No More After Almost 64 Years

Delta 4 heavy rocket lifts off with NRO spy satellite (Credits: Spaceflight Now)

The Delta rockets have been a workhorse for the United States space program for over 60 years. They started out as a military missile but eventually became a launch vehicle for important missions. The very…

Hypersonic Scientist Conviction Raises Espionage Concerns

Hypersonic Scientist Conviction Raises Espionage Concerns

Regarding hypersonic technology, Russia’s ambitions collide with geopolitical tensions and espionage allegations, casting a shadow over scientific progress. The recent conviction of Alexander Kuranvo, a prominent hypersonic scientist, underscores the complexities and risks inherent in…

Giving Used Airplane Parts a Second Life! New Group Gets Recycling in High Gear

Boeing new manufactured airplanes assembly line

Airplane graveyards are overflowing with old planes, but a new group is working on a solution. Six aviation companies have joined forces to create the Aviation Circularity Consortium (ACC). Their mission? To give used airplane…

Electra’s eSTOL: Military Logistics Game-Changer Takes Flight

Electra's eSTOL Military Logistics Game-Changer Takes Flight

Electra’s groundbreaking eSTOL (electric short takeoff and landing) aircraft has garnered attention for its potential to revolutionize military logistics. Recognizing its significance, the US Army has awarded funds to accelerate Electra’s flight test program, signaling…

Beta Technologies’ UL-Certified Charge Cube: Revolutionizing Electric Aviation Charging

Beta Technologies' UL-Certified Charge Cube

The most recent addition to the electric charging scene is Beta Technologies, which is now officially the only charger designed specifically for electric aircraft and is UL-certified. Known for its Alia eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff…

Zuri’s Revolutionary Hybrid VTOL: Redefining Regional Travel

Zuri's Revolutionary Hybrid VTOL

Zuri stands out prominently in the European Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sector. This Czech startup is pioneering the development of a VTOL (Vertical Takeoff and Landing) aircraft, leveraging hybrid-electric propulsion to enhance performance. Featuring a…

Air New Zealand’s Sustainable Aviation Milestone with Neste Partnership

Air New Zealand's Sustainable Aviation Milestone with Neste Partnership

Air New Zealand’s partnership with Neste signifies a significant step towards sustainability in aviation. As the world’s largest producer of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), Neste plays a pivotal role in reducing emissions in the aviation…