Monday, July 1, 2024

Aircraft

China takes lead in flying car industry with regulatory support for eVTOL aircraft technology

eVTOLs take off like helicopters but are also capable of flying like planes at higher speeds.

Boeing CEO, other executives to step down amid ongoing safety issues

CEO Dave Calhoun said in a message to employees on Monday that he would down from the role by the end of 2024.

Radia unveils plans to build world’s largest plane to deliver colossal cargo

The WindRunner measures 356 feet in length, stands at 79 feet tall, and boasts a wingspan of 261 feet., making it 106 feet longer than the Boeing 747-8.

Turkiye’s fifth-generation fighter jet Kaan makes maiden flight

During its maiden flight, Turkish fifth-generation fighter jet Kaan flew for 13 minutes, reaching a speed of 230 knots at 8,000 feet.

90,000 troops to participate in NATO’s biggest exercise since Cold War

Dubbed "Steadfast Defender 2024," the wargames will span until late May.

Ukraine claims it shot down 2 Russian planes — A-50 spy plane and IL-22 command aircraft

Ukraine's military claimed it had shot down a Russian early warning and control spy plane over the Sea of Azov on January 14, in what is perceived as a blow to the Kremlin’s air power.

Red Sea tensions: US and UK launch strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen amid shipping disruption

The United States and the UK launched military strikes in Yemen on January 12 in reaction to Houthi rebel assaults on ships in the Red Sea, raising concerns of an escalating conflict in the region.

Turkish defense and aerospace industry hits record $5.5 billion in 2023 exports

Turkey’s defense and aerospace industry exports increased by 27% in 2023 to $5.5 billion compared with 2022, contributing 2.3% to the country’s total exports last year.

Canada signs $5.9 billion deal to buy Boeing’s P-8 Poseidon multi-mission aircraft

Canada has finalized a $5.9 billion agreement with Boeing for the acquisition of P-8 Poseidon multi-mission aircraft, to replace Canada's aging fleet of Aurora military surveillance planes, according to the Canadian Defence Ministry.

What Weapons and Military Aid is the US sending to boost Israel’s defense?

In response to the crisis following the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, the United States dispatched warships and aircraft to the area to bolster Israel's defense capabilities.

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South Korea’s KAI signs $1.4 billion deal to launch mass production of homegrown KF-21 fighter jets

Nine years after the development of South Korea’s KF-21 Boramae began, the Korean government finalized a significant deal with Korea Aerospace Industries for the production of 20 fighter jets