Category Archives: Aviation & Aerospace

Aviation & Aerospace Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Cyviz onthult nieuwe TEMPEST dynamische controlekamer in Benelux, Nederland

STRATEGISCHE UITBREIDING MET DE OFFICIËLE OPENING VAN HET NIEUWE CYVIZ EXPERIENCE CENTER (IN HET KORT) Cyviz heeft samen met SPIE, een toonaangevend Europees bedrijf in technische diensten, een geavanceerde commando- en controlekameroplossing gebouwd die informatie met meerdere classificaties kan verwerken. … Read the full press release

BAE Systems’ FalconWorks Partners with Hybrid Air Vehicles to Explore Advanced Intelligence Gathering Technologies

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems’ FalconWorks division has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hybrid Air Vehicles to explore innovative ways of gathering intelligence and communication. FalconWorks also announced a framework agreement with QinetiQ for collaborative work on autonomous Uncrewed … Read the full press release

Airbus Delivers Inaugural ‘Make in India’ C295 Aircraft to Indian Air Force

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Defence and Space has officially delivered the first of 56 C295 aircraft to the Indian Air Force (IAF), signaling the start of a process to replace the IAF’s aging Avros-748 fleet. The C295, configured for transport and … Read the full press release

Airbus Innovators Shortlisted for German Future Prize with CO2 Capture Breakthrough

(IN BRIEF) A team of engineers and a developer from Airbus has been shortlisted as one of the top three finalists for the prestigious German Future Prize 2023. Their nomination is in recognition of their innovative work in developing Direct … Read the full press release

Indra Enhances Flight Safety at Incheon Airport with Cutting-Edge Navigation Systems

(IN BRIEF) Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC) has awarded a significant contract to Indra, further solidifying the company’s role in bolstering flight safety within the Republic of Korea. Indra is set to provide its advanced Normarc instrument landing systems (ILS), … Read the full press release

Airbus OneSat: A Transformative Satellite Solution for Thaicom

(IN BRIEF) Thaicom, a leading Asian satellite operator, has chosen Airbus to develop its cutting-edge software-defined high throughput satellite. Airbus will provide Thaicom with a fully reconfigurable OneSat satellite, capable of dynamically adjusting its coverage, capacity, and frequency. Positioned at … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce Progresses on F130 Engine Testing for U.S. Air Force B-52J Stratofortress

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has announced that it is progressing well with initial F130 engine testing for the United States Air Force B-52J Stratofortress, aiming to complete testing by the end of the year. The continued Rapid Twin Pod Tests at … Read the full press release

BAE Systems’ Next-Gen Vehicle Management Computer Boosts F-35 Aircraft Mission Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has successfully flight tested its next-generation Vehicle Management Computer (VMC) on the F-35 Lightning II aircraft. This technology upgrade will enhance computer performance and address obsolescence issues across all three F-35 variants. The VMC’s advanced control … Read the full press release

Henkel’s Montornès Aerospace Plant Earns Airbus Supplier Qualification for Quality and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Henkel’s aerospace plant in Montornès Del Vallès, Spain, has been recognized as a Standard and Raw Materials Supplier by Airbus. This acknowledgment demonstrates Airbus’s approval of the quality and value of procedures, production, and individual products at the … Read the full press release

Airbus Helicopters and KAI Move to Serial Production of Light Armed Helicopters, Deepen Collaboration in Rotorcraft Programs

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Helicopters and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) have entered the serial production phase of the Light Armed Helicopters (LAH) after an agreement was signed. The Republic of Korea Army’s initial batch of ten LAH will be supplied by … Read the full press release

FL Technics Receives UK CAA Certification for CFM56 Engine Maintenance Services, Expands Engine Solutions Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) FL Technics, a prominent aircraft maintenance solutions company, has achieved certification from the Civil Aviation Authority of the United Kingdom (UK CAA) to expand its Part-145 maintenance capabilities to the CFM56 family of engines. This achievement complements FL … Read the full press release

New Image from James Webb Space Telescope Reveals Intriguing Features of Ring Nebula and Suggests Presence of Dying Star’s Companion

This image of the Ring Nebula (from MIRI) appears as a distorted doughnut. The nebula’s inner cavity hosts shades of red and orange, while the detailed ring transitions through shades of yellow in the inner regions and blue/purple in the outer region. The ring’s inner region has distinct filament elements. Credit: ESA/Webb, NASA, CSA, M. Barlow, N. Cox, R. Wesson

(IN BRIEF) The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed a captivating new image of the Ring Nebula, collaborating with ESA, NASA, CSA, and an international team. This image, alongside a previous one, unveils the nebula’s intricate features, showcasing its central … Read the full press release

Airbus Secures $27.8 Million U.S. Army Contract to Enhance UH-72A Lakota Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has secured a $27.8 million contract from the U.S. Army to upgrade the Mission Equipment Package (MEP) of the Army National Guard Security & Support Battalion. These upgrades will enhance the capabilities of the UH-72A Lakota helicopter, … Read the full press release

DHL Reports Growing Demand for Sustainable Transport Solutions; Collaborates with Novo Nordisk to Decarbonize Air Freight

(IN BRIEF) DHL Global Forwarding is experiencing a rising demand for sustainable transport solutions using fuels like Sustainable Aviation Fuels. More shippers are requesting emissions transparency and exploring sustainable options, even with extra costs. DHL’s GoGreen Plus service, which uses … Read the full press release

BAE Systems to Acquire Ball Aerospace, Enhancing Multi-Domain Portfolio and Strengthening Defense Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has announced its intention to acquire Ball Aerospace from Ball Corporation for approximately $5.55 billion in cash, subject to customary closing adjustments. The acquisition aims to strengthen BAE Systems’ multi-domain portfolio by adding Ball Aerospace’s capabilities … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Advances Ukrainian Military Capabilities with LUNA NG Reconnaissance Drone System

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall is set to supply Ukraine with its advanced LUNA NG reconnaissance drone system, a significant milestone for the company. The system offers key aerial reconnaissance capabilities with thousands of hours of operational flight experience. The order, valued … Read the full press release

Terna Completes Aerial Monitoring of Electricity Grid in Abruzzo Using Helicopters and Infrared Technology

(IN BRIEF) Terna, the company managing the national transmission grid, has completed aerial monitoring activities of the electricity grid in Abruzzo using helicopters from its fleet. The inspections covered approximately 2160 km of overhead lines, ensuring total efficiency of the … Read the full press release

Quantum Computing Advancement: Airbus, BMW, and Quantinuum Tackle Fuel Cell Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Airbus, BMW Group, and Quantinuum, leaders in mobility and quantum technologies, have collaborated to develop a hybrid quantum-classical workflow. Their focus is on using quantum computers to simulate quantum systems and study the chemical reactions of catalysts in … Read the full press release

NASA-Backed Starlab Project Takes Shape with Voyager-Airbus Agreement

(IN BRIEF) Voyager Space and Airbus Defence and Space have jointly announced a transatlantic agreement to develop and operate Starlab, a commercial space station intended to succeed the International Space Station. Voyager was awarded a $160 million Space Act Agreement … Read the full press release

Airbus and Wizz Air Strengthen Partnership with New Aircraft Order

(IN BRIEF) Wizz Air, the fastest-growing European ultra-low-cost airline, has finalized an agreement for an additional 75 A321neo Family aircraft, elevating their total order for the Airbus single-aisle family to 434 and their A320 Family overall order to 565 aircraft. … Read the full press release