Aerospace & Defense Roundup: Oct, 9

Stormy weather forced NASA to postpone an Oct. 9 attempt to launch the Ionospheric Connection Explorer (ICON).

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China’s Ehang has delivered a second batch of autonomous air taxis to customers.

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Ireland will increase its defense budget as the country gears up for a modernization of its air arm.

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Boeing says preparations are on track for an initial uncrewed Orbital Flight Test of the CST-100 Starliner on Dec 17.

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Italy’s Guardia di Finanza (Financial Police) has ordered three more ATR-72MP maritime patrol aircraft.

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The Dutch government has confirmed it will purchase an additional nine F-35s for its air force, making it the first European air arm to increase its F-35 order.

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Compact avionics manufacturer uAvionix announced Oct. 8 that it has acquired startup display company AeroVonics, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, a move that diversifies its product line.

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Thailand wants full access to the core software of the fighters it plans to buy in 3-5 years to replace some Lockheed Martin F-16s.

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