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NASA has given physical AI startup AstraQua a Phase II award worth about $1.27 million to advance technology that lets robots sense harmful contact or damage, an approach the company likens to machines being able to 'feel pain.'
Airbus's latest 20-year market forecast names North America as the main driver of global demand for freighter aircraft.
Defence dominated discussions at Space Canada's SpaceBound 2026 conference in Gatineau, where panels highlighted a NordSpace agreement and called for more investment in Canada's defence-focused space sector.
MTU Maintenance has started building an extension of more than 10,000 m² at its Hannover site, investing over €100 million to increase engine MRO capacity with new production and office space.
The Air Force Research Laboratory has trialled cargo-handling equipment flown on SpaceX's Starfall capsule. The test is part of ongoing USAF research into using commercial rockets for rapid point-to-point delivery of supplies worldwide.
Embraer has extended its component support deal with Alliance Airlines, which flies Australia's largest Embraer E190 fleet, keeping parts and maintenance support in place.
Chinese automaker Chery has revealed two eVTOL concept aircraft under its new Lingxiao brand. The move adds the carmaker to a growing list of automotive firms entering the electric air mobility sector.
The UK is the only ally that declares its existing nuclear forces to NATO, and nuclear spending takes more than a fifth of the defence budget. The analysis argues the Ministry of Defence is not getting full value from that commitment.
A feature looks at how artificial intelligence, data analytics and digital integration are changing aircraft MRO software. It asks whether AI is mature enough to meaningfully change how maintenance organisations run their operations.
Lockheed Martin has released its third-quarter 2026 financial results, giving an update on the defence and aerospace contractor's recent performance.
Vienna International Airport has won the 'Ground Handler of the Year – Europe' title at the Payload Asia Awards 2026. It is the third time Austria's biggest airport has received the honour.
Lockheed Martin has announced a new framework agreement covering multiyear production and sustainment of the F-35 fighter. Further details were not provided in the initial release.
CargoAi, the air cargo AI specialist within CargoTech, has introduced CargoMART Strategic Hub, a single platform that brings together strategic planning, rate management, operational execution and AI-driven automated workers for air cargo teams.
Component support provider Setna iO has agreed a power-by-the-hour deal with Fly2Sky covering the airline's Airbus A320-family fleet, using its large inventory of A320 parts to supply flexible support.
A cargo drone fitted with laser-guided rockets destroyed several one-way attack drones in a single sortie. The test shows how modified utility UAS could serve as low-cost interceptors against drone threats.
Liege Airport says scheduled pharmaceutical shipments between its CargoLand hub and Chicago O'Hare have passed 10,000 tonnes since a fixed regular schedule began on the route in early 2026.
Icelandair plans to operate its last Boeing 757 and 767 passenger services in January 2027, ending its long reliance on both types as Boeing 737 MAX and Airbus A321LR aircraft take over its international routes.
NASA will hold a press conference on Friday, October 23, to update the public on Artemis III and its plans to return astronauts to the lunar surface. The briefing will be streamed live.
The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority received about $117,000 in energy efficiency incentives from TVA and MLGW. The award recognises a large LED lighting retrofit at Memphis International Airport that is cutting energy use.
TCE, which has supported TUI Airline's cargo operations since January 2019, is helping the leisure carrier grow freight revenue on its passenger network by combining sales, operations and compliance support.
Kales Iceland has launched a service that helps international airlines grow cargo business in Iceland by linking them with local forwarders, exporters and importers. Air China is its first announced client.
Korean Air has finished upgrading its cargo terminal at Incheon International Airport into a smart facility. The work raises the terminal's handling capacity by more than 25%.
Airbus' 2026 Cargo Global Market Forecast, presented at the Cargo Facts Symposium, expects the dedicated freighter fleet to rise from 2,360 aircraft to 3,460 by 2045. It sees demand for 2,670 freighters over the period, mainly to replace ageing aircraft.
Cork Airport expects to handle more than 58,000 passengers over the October Bank Holiday weekend, as visitors fly in for the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival.
The US Civil Air Patrol has placed an order with Textron Aviation for 21 more Cessna piston aircraft, including seven Skyhawk 172s, to support its training, emergency response and community missions. All deliveries are expected to be finished in 2027.
Textron Aviation is showing the Citation CJ3 Gen2 at NBAA-BACE 2026 in Las Vegas. It is the light jet's first public display beyond the company's usual demonstration flights.
Natilus has received a US$3.5m award to advance its optionally piloted blended-wing-body cargo aircraft for the US Air Force, moving the design toward full-scale flight tests and an operational demonstration with the US Joint Force.
An expedition to Nikumaroro atoll found that a mysterious object long linked to the Amelia Earhart search is not connected to her disappearance. Other items: an air traffic controller pay rise and a CAF Navion returning to flight.
Four Democratic lawmakers asked the FAA for a fresh environmental review before approving an Amazon Prime Air drone delivery hub near Boston. Other items: US Navy autonomous drone flights and a Honeywell–Shield AI tie-up.
The Commemorative Air Force's director of maintenance praised a unit's 13-year restoration effort that has returned a historic military liaison aircraft to flying condition.