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A drone operator claims its cloud-seeding operations generated 143 million gallons of rain, but faces felony charges in Florida and regulatory obstacles as western states debate drone-based weather modification technology.
World War 2 RAF Spitfires were modified and painted in distinctive color schemes for photo-reconnaissance missions, proving highly effective in this intelligence-gathering role despite being less well-known than combat applications.
Amazon Prime Air drone delivery is expanding with FAA regulatory approval for beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations. The article examines the 13-year development timeline, participating states, and regulatory requirements enabling widespread commercial drone delivery.
The U.S. Navy is developing a compact air-to-air missile for stealth fighter aircraft, complementing its long-range AIM-424 weapon system for different tactical scenarios.
A court has upheld the Delta-Aeroméxico joint venture partnership, blocking the Trump administration's 2025 attempt to dissolve the airline alliance.
Spanish budget airline Vueling has suspended all winter services at Cardiff Airport in Wales, affecting passengers with bookings to Spain and dealing another setback to the struggling airport operator.
SpaceX is scheduled to launch a Starlink mission using a Falcon 9 rocket on its record 37th flight, marking the 100th Falcon 9 launch of 2026 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
General Atomics plans to offer a new 'Wildfire' unmanned aircraft to the Pentagon's low-cost MMA program as a potential MQ-9 Reaper successor, claiming it will exceed military requirements.
General Atomics is developing the 'Wildfire' drone to compete for the Pentagon's massed modular aircraft program, positioning it as a potential successor to the MQ-9 Reaper with capabilities exceeding military requirements.
The U.S. Navy has unveiled a new long-range air-to-air missile system called 'Malice' designed for deployment on 4th, 5th, and 6th generation military aircraft platforms.
A satellite-based two-way communicator proved more effective than a traditional 406 MHz emergency locator transmitter in pinpointing a Cessna accident location during an Alaska Air National Guard rescue operation.
DJI drones incorporate LiDAR technology to enable autonomous obstacle avoidance and safe navigation in low-light conditions, with the sensor performing critical functions transparently to operators.
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh featured military flight demonstrations, vintage aircraft displays, and specially-livered airliners as part of its America 250 themed programming.
A court has restored Delta and AeroMexico's joint venture code-sharing partnership, which had been suspended by the Trump administration in 2025 after operating since 2016.
Archer Aviation and AEG plan to develop a vertiport at L.A. LIVE in downtown Los Angeles as the first announced downtown hub for Archer's air taxi network before the LA28 Olympics.
High Great Innovation unveiled the EMO Mini, a 249-gram lightweight drone optimized for synchronized aerial display shows, claiming it as the lightest formation drone in its category.
Textron Aviation announced Brian Rohloff as its new CEO, replacing Ron Draper who is retiring. The leadership change precedes a planned company restructuring.
Saab unveiled its A3 loyal wingman drone concept for potential adoption by the Swedish Air Force, with possible service entry within a decade pending government approval.
The FCC has granted conditional approval to the Ascento Guard Dori USA v1 unmanned aircraft system, exempting it from the FCC Covered List through the federal approval process.
SpaceX intends to retire the Falcon 9 rocket once Starship becomes operational, potentially reshaping the commercial launch market that has relied heavily on the proven launcher.
Trends at the 2026 Small Satellite Conference show that the average size and capability of small satellites continues to increase despite the category's traditional focus on compact systems.
ASL Aviation Holdings has purchased two Boeing 747-400 freighter aircraft previously leased to its Belgian subsidiary, securing additional cargo capacity for its air freight operations.
A survey reveals that construction companies overwhelmingly depend on Chinese-made DJI drones, raising concerns about supply chain vulnerability as U.S. government restrictions on foreign drone manufacturers may drive up costs and force difficult transitions to alternative platforms.
Aerospace Corporation is validating DiskSat satellite technology following their successful deployment via Rocket Lab's Electron launch vehicle in December.
Flexjet received its first Gulfstream G500 business jet, offering a firsthand look at this premium aircraft in the company's private aviation fleet.
General aviation maintenance shops face significant supply chain challenges, with technicians spending more time sourcing parts than installing them as the fleet ages and parts availability shrinks.
SpaceX is conducting its 100th Falcon 9 launch of 2024 in late August, marking a new record for rocket reuse across the year's flight manifest.
Israeli carrier Israir has received regulatory approval to operate U.S. flights, with service potentially commencing in October.
A Hungarian Air Force Gripen fighter jet crashed during a training exercise, though the pilot safely ejected with no injuries reported.
SyberJet's SJ30-2 business jet achieved a transcontinental speed record, flying from Jacksonville to San Diego at an average speed of 505.3 mph, as the manufacturer prepares for its SJ36 aircraft debut.