Aviation Week & Space Technology

Robinson Helicopter Company has announced the launch of the R88, its much-anticipated new large rotorcraft and the company’s first major product-line refresh since the R66 turbine was revealed in 2007.

Leaders in the sector say business is on an upward trajectory after years of stagnation.

Advanced air mobility ambitions, crewed-uncrewed teaming, drone production and an expanded rotorcraft family are key thrusts in Robinson’s growth plan.

Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

Helicopter manufacturers are beginning to turn their attention to modernizing their bestsellers.

NASA’s commercial lunar services initiative scores another major win.

Boeing's Mike Lombardi joins editors for a deep dive into the revolutionary bomber that shaped modern airliner design as we know it.

The association questions whether airlines can achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, receiving applause from the industry and criticism from environmental groups

The OA-1K Skyraider II will see evolving capabilities beyond a simple close air support platform, officials assert.

Studies are helping allies understand the technologies and trade-offs they face with new rotorcraft architectures.

A recent bid protest and government report have heightened scrutiny of the Space Development Agency’s rapid acquisition model.

For its launch application, Rotor Technologies is offering modified Robinson R44s for uncrewed aerial agricultural missions.

Talks with investors continue, but the chances of rescuing Europe’s eVTOL leaders are diminishing.

Civilian cellular network technology has many military uses.

Limitations to the Bell Boeing V-22’s flight envelope and proprotor gearbox problems have cut back flying.

Air cargo operators are trying to make sense of the bigger picture for tariffs.

The Air Force no longer deems a stealthy successor to the Boeing KC-46 and KC-135 necessary for its modernization strategy.

Cooling megawatt fuel cells, a hybrid-electric regional jet and a streetwise flying car.

Direct liquid cooling of battery cells enables faster charging, longer life and safer operations.

In contrast with ATR’s parallel hybrid approach to the EVO, Aura Aero is betting on a series hybrid layout involving two turbogenerators.

Canada is seeking multiple types to make its tactical rotorcraft fleet relevant in the face of new High North defense challenges.

A key theme emerging from industry events and the latest earnings reports in the first two months of 2025 was how the supply chain is—finally—on the mend.

Pratt & Whitney has received FAA certification for the upgraded Advantage version of its PW1100G geared turbofan (GTF) that powers the A320neo.

Flight controllers at Houston-based Intuitive Machines were able to establish communications with their Nova-C lunar lander following its Feb. 26 launch.

The service is investing billions to revamp its launch infrastructure as the demand for rides to space continues to balloon.