AnySignal Lands Spot on Apex Bus Menu
RF communications startup AnySignal has partnered with satellite bus manufacturer Apex to integrate its AnyLink network and radio systems into Apex spacecraft platforms.
September 9, 2026
Italy Orders Two More MQ-9A Block 5 Reapers
Italy's Air Force has placed an order for two additional MQ-9A Block 5 Reaper unmanned aircraft systems.
KONGSBERG Selects Echodyne MESA Radar for Counter-UAS Weapon Systems
KONGSBERG has selected Echodyne's MESA radar for integration with its PROTECTOR counter-UAS weapon systems to enhance detection and tracking capabilities.
Avianca secures US$300m engine maintenance financing
Avianca has secured $300 million in financing to support maintenance services for its CFM56 engines at GE Aerospace's facility in Brazil, with backing from Brazilian guarantee agencies.
Police Identify Victims of Prime Air Crash, Give Update on Pilots
Three people remain hospitalized following a Prime Air crash. Police have identified the victims and provided updates on the pilots' conditions.
HAL set for major defence MRO opportunity
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is positioned to expand its defence MRO and lifecycle support capabilities amid India's military aviation expansion programme.
Italy orders two more MQ-9A Block 5 Reaper RPAS from GA-ASI
Italy's Air Force has ordered two additional MQ-9A Block 5 Reaper unmanned aircraft from General Atomics, scheduled for delivery by end of 2027.
BESXAR Flies Suborbital Semiconductor Demo
BESXAR conducted a suborbital flight test to validate its semiconductor manufacturing technology in the space environment above the Kármán line.
On 28 October 1971, a British Black Arrow rocket put Prospero into orbit from the Australian desert — Parliament had been told on 29 July that the programme would end after this flight, leaving the next rocket to become an unflown museum exhibit.
In October 1971, Britain's Black Arrow rocket successfully launched the Prospero satellite from Australia, marking the programme's final flight before cancellation by Parliament.
Cargo jet tried to abort unsteady landing before Miami crash that killed 5, flight data indicates
Flight data from an Amazon cargo aircraft crash in Miami that killed five people indicate the crew attempted to abort a landing after encountering stability issues.
Duopoly Reports August Orders & Deliveries
Boeing and Airbus reported their August aircraft orders and deliveries figures, with results aligning to industry tracking models.
BepiColombo Successfully Begins Its Final Descent To Mercury
The BepiColombo spacecraft completed separation from its propulsion module after an eight-year journey, positioning itself for orbital insertion around Mercury.
Eclipse Space Unveils Three Satellite Platforms for Constellations
Private satellite operator Eclipse Space introduced three modular satellite platforms designed for different orbital missions including inter-satellite communications, broadband service, and on-orbit processing capabilities.
The 25th Anniversary of 9/11, Part 3: Impact on Airbus and Boeing
Historical analysis examining how the September 11 attacks shaped the commercial aircraft industry, specifically affecting Airbus and Boeing's business operations and market dynamics over the past 25 years.
Chart Wise: Hayward, California (KHWD) RNAV GPS Rwy 28L
Technical pilot briefing on navigating the RNAV GPS approach procedure for Hayward Airport in California, covering approach geometry and non-standard notation elements relevant to general aviation operations.
UK Flight Disruption: How Were Airports Affected? | Aviation Market Analysis | OAG
A NATS air traffic control failure disrupted UK aviation operations during peak summer season, leaving airlines facing significant passenger compensation liabilities for the resulting flight delays.
GE Aerospace to buy precision casting specialist CPP
GE Aerospace is acquiring Consolidated Precision Products, a Cleveland-based manufacturer of engineered castings and assemblies for aerospace applications, from private equity firms Warburg Pincus and Berkshire Partners.
Hampshire Air Festival cancelled as company goes into liquidation
The inaugural Hampshire Air Festival scheduled for mid-September has been cancelled following the liquidation of the organizing company, Montserrat Events & Festivals Limited.
Italy Orders Two More MQ-9A Block 5 Drones
Italy's Air Force has ordered two additional MQ-9A Block 5 remotely piloted aircraft from General Atomics, with delivery expected by end of 2027 alongside new ground control stations.
“Just eleven European countries publish UAS geo zone information in correct format”
A DroneTrake survey reveals that only 11 of 30 European countries currently publish unmanned aircraft system geographical zone data in the standardized format.
US hits remaining parts of Iran’s aviation sector with sanctions in latest move to isolate Tehran
The Trump administration expanded sanctions targeting Iran's remaining aviation sector assets as part of ongoing economic isolation measures against Tehran.
GE Aerospace to acquire CPP for $11.75bn, expanding critical casting capacity
GE Aerospace is acquiring Consolidated Precision Products for $11.75 billion to expand engineered casting capacity for commercial and defence engine programmes.
DJI FlightHub 2 On-Premises gets major enterprise upgrade
DJI has upgraded its FlightHub 2 on-premises enterprise software platform, addressing government and infrastructure operator demands for localized data control independent of cloud services.
NTSB issues statement on Miami cargo aircraft crash
NTSB analysis of a Miami cargo Boeing 767 crash indicates the crew attempted a late go-around by advancing throttles and releasing brakes after touchdown, with initial landing speed at 158 knots.
Airlines demand NATS overhaul after latest air traffic control disruption
UK airlines Ryanair and Wizz Air are calling for significant reforms at NATS following another technical failure that disrupted operations at major British airports, citing unacceptable service reliability.
NATS system failure leaves UK airlines battling a second day of disruption
A NATS air traffic control system failure disrupted UK aviation operations, resulting in approximately 1,300 flight cancellations. Recovery efforts continue as the network stabilizes after the widespread outage.
DJI says FCC is going too far with its latest drone ban proposal
DJI challenges FCC proposals for stricter drone import regulations, arguing the agency's restrictions on Chinese-made drones exceed necessary bounds.
DC-8 Freighter Crashes Off Runway at Kinshasa Airport
A Trans Air Cargo DC-8 freighter overran the runway during landing at Kinshasa's N'djili Airport, collapsing its nose gear. The aircraft came to rest safely with no reported fatalities.
UK airports face further disruption after air traffic control failure
A software failure in the UK air traffic control system caused widespread disruption, canceling over 1,000 flights and stranding thousands of passengers, with further delays expected.
Ontic acquires SIRS Navigation
Ontic acquired SIRS Navigation, a Kent-based manufacturer specializing in precision standby magnetic compasses for aviation with over 60 years of industry experience.