DARPA’s ongoing efforts to transform aircraft capabilities include the SPeed and Runway INdependent Technologies (SPRINT) program, which began at the end of last year. The program aims to develop technologies that enable vertical take-off and…
DARPA’s AdvaNced airCraft Infrastructure-Less Launch And RecoverY (ANCILLARY) program, launched in 2023, aims to develop versatile VTOL drones capable of operating from diverse locations without requiring specialized launch equipment. The nine companies initially involved are…
Addressing the growing concerns surrounding increased air traffic, overcrowded airports, and congested airspace has become a priority for industry leaders. Airbus, the European aerospace giant, has stepped forward with its Optimate program, a strategic initiative…
The ANCILLARY initiative aims to revolutionize vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drones, eliminating the need for specialized tools for launch and retrieval. Tasked with developing a hybrid aircraft combining helicopter-like capabilities with airplane-style flight, nine…
The Speed and Runway Independent Technologies (SPRINT) initiative marks a significant advance in aviation research, led by DARPA and the U.S. Special Operations Command. This innovative program is focused on creating an X-plane that can…
An aircraft transcends its physical form of a mere cylinder with wings and engines; thus, if we aspire to enact meaningful change across the aviation industry, our research must delve far deeper. American aerospace titan…
The Eurodrone program, a collaborative venture involving leading European aviation companies such as Airbus, Dassault, Safran, and Leonardo, aims to develop an advanced unmanned aerial platform tailored for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR)…
Have you ever wondered what makes those giant metal birds soar through the sky? It all comes down to the powerful engines tucked under the wings. But who makes these amazing machines? There are a…
Soccer fans, listen up! United Airlines is teaming up with Wrexham AFC, the Welsh soccer club owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. To celebrate this partnership, United Airlines is giving away cool gifts to…
Johannesburg’s first international airport isn’t just a piece of history – it’s still up and running today! While bigger planes can’t land there anymore, Rand Airport has found a new purpose. Back in 1931, Rand…
Terrible news! A Singapore Airlines plane flying from London to Singapore hit really bad air bumps, and at least one person died. The plane, flight number SQ321, had to land in Bangkok instead of Singapore…
Phoenix Sky Harbor isn’t your average airport. They consistently win awards for being the nicest place to fly in the US! Here’s what makes them different: Friendly Faces Everywhere: The staff at Sky Harbor are…
Kenya Airways has been having a rough few months with flight cancellations and delays. This time, it’s because two of their Boeing 787 Dreamliner airplanes had engine trouble and couldn’t fly. This caused a lot…
Giant rocket alert! SpaceX just fueled up their massive Starship rocket, getting it prepped for its fourth test flight. This is a big step forward as they work on making this powerful machine ready for…
Imagine a giant kite floating in space, but instead of wind, it uses the sun’s rays to move! This isn’t science fiction – Japan actually launched the very first spaceship powered by sunlight in 2010!…
There might be a delay in getting some new fighter jets to the military! A US government report says that a company called Lockheed Martin is building a bunch of F-35 fighter jets, but the…
Tragedy struck at Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas this week. An instructor pilot, Captain John Robertson, died after the ejection seat of his training plane activated unexpectedly while the plane was still on the…
Blue Origin is back in the space tourism business! They launched their New Shepard rocket again on May 19th, carrying six people on a short trip to space. This was their first passenger flight since…
Imagine a super-fast airplane that can take off and land straight up like a helicopter! That’s what DARPA, a part of the US military, is trying to build, and they’ve partnered with a company called…
US military is getting a giant cargo drone for deliveries! This drone, called RUMRUNNER, is made by a company called Pyka and can carry up to 400 pounds of stuff for 200 miles. It’s basically…
In 2024, Boeing found itself under intense scrutiny from the aviation community due to ongoing issues with its 737 MAX program. To address concerns surrounding aviation safety, President Joe Biden signed a $105 billion measure,…
Heart Aerospace has revealed a revamped hybrid propulsion system for its ES-30 regional aircraft, along with several design changes. The new system, termed an “independent hybrid propulsion system,” combines off-the-shelf turboprops with electric motors. This…
Planes are aiming for zero emissions by 2050, but right now, there aren’t many options to cut down on pollution except for using new, cleaner airplanes. A special kind of fuel called sustainable aviation fuel…
It’s the end of an era for NASA’s DC-8 airplane! After faithfully serving for 37 years, the plane took its last flight on May 15th. This historic aircraft wasn’t always a NASA research plane. Built…
Boeing Co. 737 fuselage sections sit on the assembly floor at Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, Kansas, U.S., on Thursday, March 11, 2010. Photographer: Daniel Acker/Bloomberg
Spirit AeroSystems, a major player in aerostructures manufacturing, is facing challenges that will result in the layoff of 400-450 hourly employees in the coming weeks. This decision comes as Spirit adjusts its production of 737…
