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A Government Accountability Office investigation reveals the Secret Service documented multiple drone incidents near protected figures between 2015-2021 but failed to establish civilian drone policies or document decision-making processes.
China's commercial space sector is expanding rapidly, with new Shanghai listing rules requiring rocket startups to achieve orbital flight capabilities as part of market participation requirements.
Air cargo demand grew 6% year-over-year with global spot rates climbing 24%, reflecting industry resilience despite ongoing challenges in the logistics sector.
A pilot's experience during a lunar eclipse highlights the operational challenges of night flying and the importance of instrument proficiency and autopilot management.
Canada's Space Agency is soliciting contractors to develop a scientific instrument for HAWCsat, an upcoming satellite designed to observe high-altitude aerosols, water vapour, and cloud formations.
ANA Holdings formalized an order for eight additional Embraer E190-E2 regional aircraft, expanding its earlier commitment for 15 aircraft announced in 2025.
AvTalk podcast episode discusses a low-altitude Airlink flypast incident in Cape Town and covers South African aviation authority responses, along with updates on Ukrainian airspace warnings and drone activity related to Russian operations.
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has contracted Elbit Systems for $55 million to enhance its ReDrone counter-UAS system with kinetic capabilities, expanding its drone defense capabilities.
La Caisse and SMBC Aviation Capital have doubled their joint aircraft financing and leasing platform, MACH, from US$1.5 billion to US$3 billion following strong early deployment.
OVN has delivered its 100,000th expedited freight shipment, marking a decade of urgent cargo operations across North America. Automotive parts comprise the majority of loads, with typical shipments traveling roughly 550 miles.
DHL and Absa Group are expanding their GoTrade programme across Sub-Saharan Africa to support SMEs in cross-border trade and e-commerce, combining logistics and financial services to improve market access.
Safran Helicopter Engines and Ramco Systems have agreed to integrate engine maintenance data directly into Ramco's aviation software platform, streamlining post-maintenance information flow for helicopter operators.
European researchers from the EUREKA SESAR3 project have published findings on developing new air traffic management procedures specifically for vertiports supporting advanced air mobility operations.
Harald Gloy will become CEO of Lufthansa Technik from February 2027, replacing retiring Soeren Stark. The engineering graduate will lead the global aircraft maintenance services provider.
Italy's civil aviation authority updates progress on advanced air mobility (AAM) development, describing the regulatory and operational challenges in establishing this emerging aviation sector.
Italy's civil aviation authority director general discusses the country's progress and challenges in implementing advanced air mobility services.
Ramco Systems and Safran Helicopter Engines signed an MoU to integrate helicopter engine data with aviation maintenance software, reducing manual data entry for operators.
A historical account of America's first reconnaissance satellite, Grab, launched in June 1960 with an elaborate cover story involving solar radiation measurement. The National Reconnaissance Office has documented the satellite's origins and classified predecessor program Poppy.
Nayak Aircraft Services has acquired a controlling stake in Portugal's LAS Group, a maintenance, training, and HR services provider for the aviation sector. The founder will remain as CEO while the acquisition strengthens Nayak's MRO capabilities.
India's GSLV-F17 rocket successfully launched EOS-05, the country's first geosynchronous Earth-imaging satellite, which will provide continuous regional observation coverage from its geostationary orbit.
Heven AeroTech has opened a 56,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Virginia as part of a new US-based production network dedicated to hydrogen-powered unmanned aerial systems.
Doncaster Sheffield Airport is conducting independent EcoVadis sustainability assessments covering environmental impact, labour practices, ethics, and supply chain management across its operations.
Sky X has opened a new Louisiana fixed-base operator facility specifically designed to support the Bombardier Global 8000, the largest purpose-built business jet currently in production.
The FAA has updated homebuilt aircraft certification guidance offering more flexibility during initial flight testing, while coverage includes drone regulations, Starlink business aviation pricing, and various aerospace industry developments.
NTSB investigation into a Fantasy Air Allegro accident revealed the pilot had a history of omitting preflight inspections and frequently landed on roads in rural areas to access hiking locations.
SpaceX completed a full-duration static fire test of the Super Heavy booster at Starbase, marking another milestone as the company prepares Starship for its 14th orbital flight test.
SPX Communication Technologies demonstrated its BlackTalon counter-unmanned aerial systems at NATO's Baltic TRUST 26 air defence exercise in Latvia, showcasing capabilities for layered air defence operations.
Aviation software company Veryon has acquired Polaris Aero, a safety management software provider serving aircraft operators and MRO providers globally since 2007.
Archer Aviation is conducting city-to-city testing flights of its Midnight electric vertical takeoff aircraft across the U.S., starting in Northern California and expanding to other regions as preparation for operations during the LA28 Games.
Windward Islands Airways International achieved IATA Operational Safety Audit and Standard Safety Assessment registrations, strengthening its regional airline safety credentials.