Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews.
Call it the federation of French flying clubs if you like, but FFA (Fédération Française Aéronautique) is here exhibiting a Pipistrel Alpha Electro two-seater it has begun using for instruction purposes, thus making it one of the first electric aircraft in service.
Dassault Aviation’s Next Generation Fighter was unveiled at the Paris Air Show this week. Watch as our editors review the key features on the mock-up of the fighter on display at Le Bourget.