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Kawasaki Motors is collaborating with Dronamics, a Bulgarian UAV design and operations company, to develop and integrate aero piston engines into civilian cargo drones. At the heart of the new …
Kawasaki Piston Engines to Power Dronamics Civilian Cargo Drones Read More
GE Aerospace and BETA Technologies have announced a new strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the development of hybrid electric aviation. The agreement, which is subject to regulatory approval, combines BETA’s …
GE Aerospace and BETA Team Up on Hybrid Propulsion Technology Read More
Avweek reports that Pratt & Whitney is rolling out a comprehensive series of upgrades for its Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine family, aiming to resolve past durability issues while simultaneously boosting …
Pratt & Whitney’s GTF Engine is Getting a Major Upgrade Read More
Source: Joby Aviation, Inc. Joby Aviation announced this week it is preparing to assemble the first aircraft built to its final production specifications. This “conforming” aircraft is a critical milestone, …
Joby’s First Conforming Aircraft Heads to Final Assembly Read More
Embraer announced a record-breaking $29.7 billion firm order backlog for the second quarter of 2025, the highest level ever recorded in the company’s history. The news was accompanied by strong …
Embraer Hits Record $29.7 Billion Backlog in Q2 Results Read More
CINCINNATI, Ohio – GE Aerospace announced robust financial results for the second quarter of 2025, with significant increases in both revenue and orders, signaling continued strong demand in the commercial …
GE Aerospace Q2 Orders Jump 28% on Strong Commercial Demand Read More
For over 70 years, the Cessna 172 Skyhawk has been the quintessential general aviation aircraft—widely used by flight schools and private pilots around the world. But even legends must evolve. …
Goodbye, Magnetos. The Skyhawk Finally Gets Electronic Ignition Read More WEDNESDAY In terms of commercial activity, the 2025 Paris Air show is witnessing substantial orders, though the overall volume may not reach the unprecedented heights of 2023. While 2025 …
Flightline Daily: Paris Air Show, Day 3 Read More
TUESDAY The Paris Air Show entered its second day with news of a potential major order for Airbus A321neos from Vietjet, Vietnam’s largest private airline. Airbus reported that the airline …
Flightline Daily: Paris Air Show 2025, Day 2 Read More
As the aviation industry prepares to descend on Le Bourget for the 55th Paris Air Show, all eyes won’t just be on new aircraft—engine makers are taking center stage in …
Engines on Center Stage: What to Watch at the 2025 Paris Air Show Read More