DoorDash launches in-house drone programme with FAA carrier certification
DoorDash obtained FAA Part 135 air carrier certification and launched DoorDash Air, an in-house drone delivery programme.
Today
Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 Takes First Flight
Textron Aviation's Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 light jet has completed its maiden flight, a significant step toward FAA certification. The prototype flew for nearly two hours from Wichita, with development continuing on schedule.
Airbus partners with Landing Zones to advance UAS training and simulation capabilities in Canada
Airbus Defence and Space partnered with Landing Zones to expand uncrewed aerial systems training and simulation capabilities in Canada for defence readiness.
LHT begins flight tests of Next-Generation AeroSHARK
Lufthansa Technik has begun flight testing an improved version of its AeroSHARK drag-reduction coating on an Airbus A319, marking the first commercial aircraft deployment of the next-generation material developed with Surventis.
How Türkiye’s Aviation Sector Evolved During the Erdoğan Era: A Data-Based Review
Analysis of Turkey's aviation sector transformation over two decades, examining industry growth and development during the Erdoğan administration.
BNDES to finance up to 19 Embraer E195-E2 for Porter Airlines
Porter Airlines secured financing from Brazil's development bank for up to 19 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with deliveries scheduled through December 2030.
Global Konet and Hanseo University team up for BVLOS data link platform
Global Konet and Hanseo University's K-Aviation division partnered to develop a next-generation multi-data link platform for beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) unmanned aircraft operations.
Airbus delivers first NH90 Standard 2 to France
Airbus Helicopters delivered the first NH90 Standard 2 helicopter to France, a specialized variant designed for special operations roles. France has ordered 18 of these tactical transport helicopters total.
Singapore trials new UAS flying areas to hone flying skills
Singapore's aviation authority and SAFRA are launching a six-month trial of designated uncrewed aircraft flying areas starting August 2026 to support pilot training and skill development.
Washington Dulles International Airport unveils US$20bn overhaul
Washington Dulles International Airport is undergoing a major transformation with a $20 billion capital investment program led by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, United Airlines, and the US Department of Transportation to modernize the facility.
Willis lease signs five-year engine storage agreement with Pratt & Whitney
Willis Lease Finance signed a five-year engine storage and lease return agreement with Pratt & Whitney covering multiple engine platforms including PW1100G and PW4000 variants.
High-Altitude COMAC C919-600 Makes Maiden Flight In Huge Boost To Chinese Aviation
COMAC's C919-600 variant completed its first flight, specifically engineered to operate from high-altitude airports serving plateau regions. This development strengthens China's commercial aircraft capabilities.
The 4 Most Critical Air Bases In The 2026 Iran Campaign & Why They Matter
Analysis of four strategically significant U.S. air bases and their operational importance in a potential 2026 military campaign involving Iran.
Pentagon’s HyCAT program tests one of the fastest aircraft ever built
Hermeus successfully demonstrated unmanned stores separation testing for the Pentagon's HyCAT hypersonic aircraft program, validating weapons deployment capabilities on high-speed platforms.
Delta expands SAF infrastructure with new blending facility in the US
Delta Air Lines completed a sustainable aviation fuel blending facility at Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport to increase local SAF availability for fleet operations.
Bjorn’s Corner: Aircraft Structures Part 12. Composite production.
Technical article examining composite materials production methods for aircraft structures, covering how fiber, matrix selection, and manufacturing processes affect component quality and structural performance.
American Airlines Scraps 24-Hour Refunds On Flights Booked Under 7 Days Out
American Airlines has discontinued its 24-hour refund policy for flights booked within seven days, eliminating a consumer protection previously available to its passengers.
Launceston Airport marks new record financial year
Launceston Airport achieved record financial results for 2025-26, with passenger traffic reaching 1.48 million—a 3% increase and marking January as the busiest month in the airport's history.
Payload Field Guide: European Launchers
European space industry is developing new launch vehicle capabilities, though progress lags behind initial expectations as the continent works to expand its spaceflight infrastructure.
The Single Remote Airport That Makes A South Pacific Crossing On The Airbus A350 Possible
A remote South Pacific island airport plays a critical role in enabling long-range A350 operations across the region, serving as a strategic diversion or refueling point for transoceanic flights.
A Martian day runs 39 minutes and 35 seconds longer than an Earth day, so rover teams at JPL live on Mars time for the length of a mission, sliding their whole schedule later each day until they are eating breakfast at midnight, and their families describe it as jet lag with no destination
JPL rover operations teams adopt Mars time for missions, living on a schedule ~40 minutes later each day than Earth time, creating significant circadian rhythm disruption for personnel involved in planetary exploration.
Boeing and aerospace workers nearing potential contract agreement
Boeing and aerospace union SPEEA are making progress in contract negotiations, with talks advancing toward a potential agreement ahead of the current deadline.
Microlight Aircraft of New Zealand - Unregistered Birdman Flying!
Documentation of an unregistered Birdman TL-1A microlight aircraft in New Zealand and its operational history.
Yesterday
Why JetBlue's Mint Studio Has Quietly Become The Sweet Spot On Transcon Routes
JetBlue's Mint Studio cabin configuration has emerged as an attractive offering for transcontinental routes, balancing premium amenities with operational efficiency across the carrier's US route network.
The International Space Station circles the planet every 92 minutes, so its crew passes through 16 sunrises and 16 sunsets in a single working day, and the only way human bodies cope is for the station to ignore all of it and run on Greenwich time with the window shades down
The ISS orbits Earth every 92 minutes, experiencing 16 day-night cycles daily. The station maintains Greenwich Mean Time with closed window shades to help crew adapt to the extreme light conditions and maintain normal circadian rhythms.
Why The F-16 Viper's New AESA Radar Makes A 50-Year-Old Fighter More Lethal Than The Day It First Flew
The F-16 Viper's upgraded AESA radar system significantly enhances the capabilities of the decades-old fighter jet, making it more effective in combat than when it originally entered service.
Australia sends helicopters to help battle French wildfires
Australia is deploying CH-47D Chinook and Bell 412 helicopters along with 24 NSW Rural Fire Service personnel to France to assist with wildfire suppression operations.
New standard operating procedures adopted for large air tankers
Australasian authorities established new operating procedures for large aerial tankers, including minimum drop-height standards, following investigation findings from a 2023 Boeing 737 fireliner crash.
At about 19 kilometres up the air pressure falls low enough that water boils at human body temperature, so an unprotected person there would feel the saliva on their tongue turn to vapour, which is why aircrew above that altitude wear sealed pressure suits rather than an oxygen mask
Article explains the physiological limits of oxygen masks versus pressure suits for high-altitude flight, noting that above 19km altitude, atmospheric pressure becomes so low that water boils at body temperature, making sealed pressure suits essential for aircrew survival rather than oxygen masks alone.
Rules of the road needed for orbital data center constellations
Industry experts are calling for regulatory frameworks and safety guidelines to address the emerging trend of orbital data center satellite constellations, emphasizing the need for proactive space traffic management rules.