Defense Aircraft & Propulsion
Oct 11, 2024
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.
Oct 10, 2024
When the U.S. Army began developing a utility helicopter in the 1960s, it faced the unenviable task of replacing arguably the most storied rotorcraft to date.
Oct 09, 2024
After killing the UH-60V Black Hawk upgrade, the Army has embarked on a nose-to-tail upgrade of the UH-60M.
Oct 09, 2024
The Black Hawk has spawned numerous variants and derivations over its 50-year career.
Oct 08, 2024
The startup aims for flight certification of a digital twin before the aircraft is physically built.
Mar 13, 2025
With would-be operator Straightline Aviation placing a $50 million firm order for the first hybrid cargo airship, to be produced by AT² Aerospace based on a Lockheed Martin Skunk Works design, are we about to enter a new age of airships?
Mar 13, 2025
The USAF wants to evaluate how the ALQ-167 Angry Kitten pod can support larger Fairchild Republic A-10s and mobility aircraft, including the Lockheed C-130.
Mar 12, 2025
Robinson Helicopter CEO and President David Smith says 295 rotorcraft were delivered last year.
Mar 11, 2025
The company is targeting a renewed annual output of up to 12 of the twin-engine heavy helicopters.
Mar 11, 2025
With the recent UK government decision to divert funding away from foreign aid programs, the Royal Air Force stands a better chance at augmenting its key capabilities.
Mar 11, 2025
Leonardo CEO Robert Cingolani included the figure in a March 11 strategy update.
Mar 11, 2025
The agreement with United Rotorcraft follows the delivery of an Airbus H130 to Skyryse in late 2023 from Air Methods.
Mar 11, 2025
Engineers discovered an issue with the heat treatment of a gear component in the main gearbox during routine component testing late last year.