Aviation Week & Space Technology

The Parker Solar Probe will study the Sun’s outer atmosphere, the genesis of the solar wind and its far-reaching magnetic field.

With the rise of protectionist policies across Europe it is likely EU member states will continue to fund “their” airlines, whether it makes sense or not.

Rewrite of Part 23 certification regulations for GA aircraft has unlocked the potential to keep up with advances in technology while still ensuring safety.

Tactical boost glide hypersonic developments accelerate as Pentagon ponders space-based surveillance and warning system.

With crewed flight tests of Boeing’s Starliner and SpaceX’s Dragon 2 capsules months away, NASA assigns eight astronauts to begin training. Boeing adds a ninth.

Recent appointments, promotions and honors in the aviation and aerospace industry.

F-22’s Poland deployment; Lockheed wins Next-Gen OPIR contract; Inside Israel’s networking warfare plans and the first firing of the Philippine navy missile.

Turkey threatens to look for allies elsewhere as it wrestles with unrest at home and spat with U.S. deepens.

Ryanair faces a dilemma: It needs to keep costs down in new labor agreements, while avoiding further strikes and disruption for its passengers.

A shortage of executive talent could be the next big workforce shortfall to hit aerospace and defense, and companies are starting to get worried.

Combining Japan’s aircraft-building businesses would save engineering, equipment and marketing costs, MHI says. Management expenses might be reduced, too.

Figuring out the appropriate NATO defense commitment is more complicated than simple division.

NASA is researching rechargeable flow-battery technology that uses active electrochemical particles suspended in water-based liquid.

Airlines around the world are wising up to the potential for low-cost long-haul travel, with Asian operators leading the way.

There are many unanswered questions in the Pentagon about the White House’s push to create a sixth branch of the U.S. armed forces.

While records are nice, the flight’s main purpose was to demonstrate significant improvements that will give customers confidence about operational flying.

Faster metal 3D printing; Reykjavik drone delivery expands; Pentagon eyes medical delivery drones; DARPA tests fast autonomous scouts.

During a long and fruitful career, including 15 years with Aviation Week, John Morrocco was respected by his colleagues for his thorough work and engaging demeanor.

Boeing is storing up to 40 unfinished aircraft on a taxiway at Renton, Washington, airport, which puts limits on Runway 16/34.

Aviation industry interest in hybrid-electric technology is growing as limitations of all-electric propulsion become clearer.

After surveying the industry with a request for information, Craic issues RFP for CR929 landing gear. UTAS chose not to move beyond that first stage.

Maxar to build prototype missile defense space-sensor architecture; Latvia approved to buy Black Hawks; UK gets more F-35s, and Malaysia’s Su-30s need repair.

Guest star Fred Kennedy, the director of Darpa’s Tactical Technology Office, talks to Aviation Week about ways to revolutionize satellites, space launch and the U.S. Air Force’s reliance on stealth.

Inflight connectivity is a highly sought-after commodity by airlines and their passengers, but some suppliers are facing a money crunch.

With its first 787 delivery three years away, Hawaiian is already making preparations and considering where the new aircraft can be deployed.