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The United States Air Force has issued a request for information seeking vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) small unmanned aircraft systems capable of operating from austere locations to support operations conducted by Task Force 99, according to a notice released March 5. The effort reflects a requirement to expand operational flexibility for intelligence, surveillance, and [ā¦]
On March 5, 1928, the Beardmore Inflexible made its first flight, showcasing early stressed-skin construction but ultimately failing to secure Royal Air Force production.
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For decades, space has served as humanityās most demanding testing laboratory, where only the most resilient technologies survive the vacuum, radiation and temperature extremes beyond Earthās protective embrace. Today, we stand at an inflection point where artificial intelligence is poised to fundamentally transform how we explore, understand and operate in space. But making AI-powered space [ā¦] The post Unlocking AI in space: the case for greater industry and space agency collaboration appeared
The UK government provided passengers with complimentary overnight accommodation, and the flight safely landed back in Britain the following morning.
Embraer and Valkyrie Aero are expanding the A-29 Super Tucanoās counter-drone package with an AI-enabled system designed toā¦ The post Embraer,Valkyrie Aero add AI-enabled counter-drone system to A-29 Super Tucano appeared first on AeroTime.
March 5, 2026 Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian announced several executive leadership changes as the company prepares for the retirement of longtime operations leader John Laughter. Laughter, Executive Vice President, Chief of Operations and President of Delta TechOps, will retire on April 30 after more than 30 years with the airline. He began his [ā¦]
PAPEETE, French Polynesia, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ ā Air Tahiti Nui continues to develop its international network and announces the launch of new direct service between Papeete and Sydney (PPTāSYD). This new service forms part of the airlineās strategy to sustainably strengthen French Polynesiaās connectivity with major regional hubs across the South Pacific. The inaugural flight is scheduled for [ā¦]
Finnair carried 904,400 passengers in February 2026, representing a 6.9% increase compared with the same month last year, when industrial action constrained operations. Capacity and traffic growth The airlineās capacity (ASK) increased 4.8% year-on-year, largely reflecting the end of last yearās labour disruptions and additional frequencies to key destinations including Osaka, Tokyo, and Dallas, as [ā¦]
The Norwegian Air Shuttle Group recorded solid passenger demand in February 2026, carrying 1.6 million passengers across its airlines. The main carrier transported 1.32 million passengers, while regional subsidiary WiderĆøe carried 298,000, reflecting healthy demand despite the traditionally quieter winter period. Norwegian: High load factor despite lower capacity In February, Norwegianās capacity (ASK) declined 5% [ā¦]
On Thursday, February 19th, hundreds of travelers had to sleep inside parked aircraft at Munich Airport - the result of delays, heavy snowfall, and an unavailability of bus drivers to shuttle them back to the airport from remote stands.According to The Independent, some 500 travellers had to spend the night like this after six late-night flight cancellations.
LONDON ā The United Kingdom is refocusing its funding priorities with a new 500 million pound ($668 million) space funding package that aligns more closely with economic growth and national security priorities, Liz Lloyd, the UK minister for the Digital Economy at the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, said March 4. Speaking here at [ā¦] The post UK announces Ā£500 million package for industrial growth and national security appeared first on SpaceNews.
Textron Aviation has paid tribute to its former longtime chairman and CEO of Cessna Aircraft Company, Russ Meyer,ā¦ The post Cessna icon and Citation jet champion Russ Meyer passes away at 93 appeared first on AeroTime.
Commercial space station developer Vast has raised $500 million in its first significant outside investment round. The post Vast raises $500 million for commercial space station development appeared first on SpaceNews.
Discover the MusĆ©e de lāAir et de lāEspace at ParisāLe Bourget, one of the worldās premier aviation museums, featuring Concorde prototypes, rare warbirds, experimental aircraft, and historic airliners.
Following a Ā£6.5 million deficit in 2024, Guernseyās government-run airline, Aurigny Air Services, finds itself under fresh review by officials and residents alike. Though created to serve essential transport needs, questions now arise about its durability beyond public duty. This follows its sole owner describing the results as ānot satisfactory,ā with concerns emerging about the [ā¦] The post Aurigny Reports 6.5 Million Pound Loss Amid Concerns appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
Investment comes as company shifts toward national security programs The post Sierra Space raises $550 million in Series C funding appeared first on SpaceNews.
Delta announces leadership updates, including Peter Carter promoted to President and Dan Janki named Chief Operating Officer following the retirement of longtime operations leader John Laughter.Erik Snell appointed Chief Financial Officer and Ranjan Goswami named Chief Marketing and Product Officer, as the company strengthens its executive team to support longāterm growth.Alain Bellemare adds role of Chairman of Delta TechOps, with Carter, Janki, Snell and Goswami all reporting directly to CEO E
Spitfires.com will commemorate the 90th anniversary of the Spitfireās first flight with a historic circumnavigation of the United Kingdom in a two-seat wartime Spitfire, escorted by Royal Air Force aircraft and supporting aviation charities.
NEWS FLASHETF Airways is preparing to take delivery of its first ATR72-600 aircraft (pictured). The turboprop, currently in Vietnam, is due to make its way to Zagreb shortly. The Singaporean aircraft leasing company Avation is providing ETF Airways with its first turboprop aircraft through a six-year lease agreement. āWe currently have strong demand for ACMI leases involving turboprop aircraft. We believe this is a good niche given current market trends, as competition for leasing Airbus A320 a