Russian Tu-22M3 Swing-Wing Bomber Seen Plunging Into The Ground
A Russian Tu-22M3 bomber crashed and was destroyed, further reducing Moscow's operational long-range bomber capacity. The accident was documented in video footage.
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NASA’s X-59 Is Picking Up the Pace
NASA's X-59 experimental aircraft achieved its target speed and altitude shortly after breaking the sound barrier in recent flights.
airBaltic and EL AL launch codeshare agreement, expanding Israel–Europe connectivity
airBaltic and EL AL Israel Airlines have established a codeshare agreement effective July 2026, expanding connectivity between Israel and Northern Europe.
Pennsylvania Bill Would Create New Aviation Trust Fund
A Pennsylvania bill proposes establishing an aviation trust fund through increased fuel taxes, new aircraft registration fees, and dedicated state sales tax revenue.
CMA CGM Group expands into aircraft maintenance with Crystal Aero Solutions
CMA CGM Group is acquiring Crystal Aero Solutions, a Paris-based aircraft maintenance specialist, to strengthen maintenance capabilities for its air cargo operations across multiple European locations.
15 New Routes In Only 4 Days: Where Alaska Airlines & Breeze Airways Fly Now [Map]
Alaska Airlines and Breeze Airways have launched 15 new routes within a four-day period, with roughly half representing completely new service offerings.
Eurosatory 2026 – LACROIX, Bertin, MC2 partner to protect armoured vehicles from drone attacks
LACROIX, Bertin, and MC2 Technologies have jointly developed an extended S-KAPS system designed to protect armored vehicles from drone threats.
Metis to supply KONGSBERG with passive RF detectors for the C-UAS SAN programme
Metis has been selected to supply passive RF detection sensors to Kongsberg for Poland's counter-UAS program supporting air defense capabilities.
Eurosatory 2026 – RWS launches range of plastic C-UAS munition to minimise collateral damage
RWS has introduced counter-UAV munitions with plastic construction designed to minimize collateral damage when engaging commercial and improvised drones in populated areas.
Europe’s largest Emergency aerial services provider signs for 15 Airbus H145 Helicopters
Avincis, Europe's largest emergency aerial services operator, has ordered 15 Airbus H145 helicopters for emergency medical and offshore transport operations.
18-Hour Nonstop Flights: Air New Zealand's 10 New Ultra-Long Routes In 2026 [Map]
Air New Zealand is launching ten ultra-long-haul routes in 2026, including new nonstop services to North America and Asia extending up to 18 hours.
Global air cargo volumes rebound as airlines restore capacity and fuel prices ease
Global air cargo volumes increased 3% in early June as airlines restored capacity and fuel costs declined, with North America and the Middle East showing the strongest growth.
National Academies Calls For Crew Radiation Tracking
The National Academies recommends the FAA implement formal oversight of airline crew radiation exposure using existing scientific and operational tools.
Live from the moon! How lasers connected us all to NASA's Artemis 2 astronauts on their epic lunar trip
NASA successfully used a laser communication system on the Artemis 2 mission to stream video from the spacecraft as it traveled around the moon, building on technology tested on the ISS.
LATAM Shows Off First Embraer E195-E2
LATAM introduced its first Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with deliveries expected to begin in the fourth quarter.
Eurosatory 2026 – Rheinmetall exhibiting latest version of its Skyranger 30 C-UAS/air defence system
Rheinmetall is showcasing its Skyranger 30 mobile air defense system capable of counter-UAS operations at Eurosatory 2026.
Eurosatory 2026 – DroneShield’s European-manufactured C-UAS systems enter production
DroneShield has begun production of its first European-manufactured counter-UAS system, marking expansion of defensive capabilities against unmanned aircraft threats.
United Celebrates America with Custom 250th Anniversary Livery and Military Pilot Hiring Program Milestone
United Airlines has hired nearly 600 military pilots since 2024 and expects 500 more by end of 2027. The carrier is also deploying special 250th anniversary liveries on Boeing 787-10 and 737-800 aircraft this summer.
Eurosatory 2026 – LYNRED launches infrared detector optimised for land and counter-UAV systems
LYNRED has launched the DRACO MW SL cooled infrared detector optimized for land-based defense and counter-UAV surveillance applications.
Airlines celebrate the 2026 World Cup with special liveries
Multiple airlines operated special-livery flights to the 2026 FIFA World Cup host nations (Canada, US, Mexico) to celebrate the tournament.
Airbus Defence and Space partners with Alta Ares for integrated C-UAS defence
Airbus Defence and Space partnered with Alta Ares, a French counter-drone specialist, to develop integrated counter-UAS defense solutions combining hardware and artificial intelligence.
MV-75 Cheyenne II Progresses As Bell Completes First Wing Structures
Bell has completed wing structures for the first two MV-75 Cheyenne II tiltrotor aircraft, advancing assembly of the U.S. Marine Corps' next-generation rotorcraft platform.
Black Recon ‘microdrone’ system unveiled by Teledyne FLIR
Teledyne FLIR unveiled the Black Recon microdrone system, weighing under 450 grams with one-hour flight endurance and maximum speed of 55 mph.
Eurosatory 2026: Milrem shows THeMIS UGV integrated with EOS C-UAS weapon station
Milrem Robotics showcased an updated version of ARCOS at Eurosatory 2026, featuring integration of the THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle with an EOS counter-drone weapon station for modular autonomous control.
The International Space Station orbits Earth roughly every 90 minutes, yet for years no American spacecraft could reach it — a gap a single private company stepped in to close
SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft closed a critical gap in American spaceflight capabilities after the Space Shuttle retirement left the U.S. dependent on Russian Soyuz rides to the International Space Station.
DARPA to explore ways to rapidly rebuild satellite networks if attacked
DARPA is soliciting innovative concepts for rapidly restoring critical satellite network services within hours or weeks following potential attack scenarios.
France’s C-UAS company CERBAIR “acquired by Latour Capital”
French counter-UAS specialist CERBAIR has been acquired by asset management firm Latour Capital, marking a significant consolidation in the rapidly growing counter-drone sector.
Missouri Skydiving Accident Kills 12
A Pacific Aerospace 750XL aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri, resulting in 12 fatalities including skydivers and the pilot. Investigation led by NTSB and FAA.
Falcon 7X and 8X get a connectivity retrofit as resale pressure builds
Dassault's Falcon 7X and 8X business jets are being retrofitted with high-speed broadband connectivity systems as market demand grows, addressing an increasingly essential amenity for large-cabin aircraft operators.
NASA still has no American-built way to reach the International Space Station except SpaceX’s Dragon capsule — a dependency that has lasted years and shows no sign of ending soon
NASA remains dependent on SpaceX's Crew Dragon as the sole American-built vehicle for crewed access to the International Space Station, with Boeing's Starliner still grounded following its 2024 test flight issues.
