Anduril acquires maker of fighter-like drone ‘Fury’
Anduril Industries, a Californian startup that develops integrated autonomous systems for defense applications, has acquired Blue Force Technologies,…
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Researchers look at birds to develop ultra-efficient hovering drones
Researchers at MAVLab, Technical University Delft (TU Delft), in the Netherlands, have looked at birds in flight to…
Boeing 777 vs 787: a comparative analysis of features and performance
In the realm of modern aviation, Boeing is established as one of the most influential and innovative aircraft…
EASA seeks to ensure safe eVTOL operations within the EU
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has put forth its opinion on how to ensure that vertical…
Shield AI successfully demonstrates autonomous drone teaming using AI pilot
Shield AI successfully completed a demonstration showcasing the coordination and teamwork of three V-BAT Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)…
Boom Supersonic closer to kicking off XB-1 test flights
Boom Supersonic announced on August 24, 2023, that it has made significant progress towards the first test flight…
AutoFlight shows their record-setting eVTOL
Expected to enter the market in 2025, the Autoflight eVTOL is designed to accommodate four passengers and a…
Pilatus PC-12: a versatile aircraft for business or leisure
An aircraft that has gained popularity due to its versatility, the Pilatus PC-12 combines the capabilities of private,…
Top 10: the world’s weirdest fighter jets ever designed
The world of military aviation has seen its fair share of innovative and unconventional fighter jet designs. Over…
Northrop YF-23 Black Widow II: why it never made it to the service?
In the realm of cutting-edge military aviation, stealth technology has emerged as a crucial aspect of modern warfare.…
Japan considers airdropping cruise missiles from C-2 transport aircraft
The Japanese Ministry of Defense has revealed plans to launch long-range missiles from the Kawasaki C-2 transport aircraft. The…
Joby posts $286 loss, but cash position remains solid
California-based eVTOL developer Joby Aviation has posted a $286 million loss for Q2 2023. Companies in the race to…
XQ-58A Valkyrie drone completes first flight controlled by AI
The first-ever flight of an XQ-58A Valkyrie uncrewed aircraft controlled by artificial intelligence has been completed by the…
European Commission recommends funding Hydis2 hypersonic interceptor study
The hypersonic interceptor study proposed by the MBDA-led Hydis2 consortium has now been recommended for funding by the…
Royal Mail launches drone service to deliver mail to Orkney
Remote communities in the Orkney Islands, an archipelago in the far north of Scotland, have become the first…
Will AI replace flight crews?
The popularity of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is on the rise, with the market projected to reach $1,811.8 billion…
Exploring military helicopters: types, uses, and technologies
Serving as indispensable assets in modern defense forces, military helicopters play a crucial role in various military operations. Let’s…
From road to air: PAL-V’s flying car aims to establish novel drive-fly category
Dutch startup PAL-V announced on July 13, 2023, that it had received an order for its PAL-V Liberty…