Aerospace & Defense News
Take off with aerospace and defense news, covering the production of spacecraft and commercial, military and private aircraft. This section covers manufacturers of military equipment, including bombs, missiles, tanks, navigational and guidance systems, artillery and ammunition as well as companies providing technology, software and intelligence to the aerospace and defense industries.
Czech Armed Forces Unveil Advances and Future Plans for Air and Missile Defence Capabilities
The recent ‘Safeguard Temelin 2017’ exercise has demonstrated how the police and Czech Armed Forces collaborated to overcome a hijacked plane from engaging one of its national nuclear power plants. With current threats now including conventional and unconventional platforms such as... - May 25, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Seginus Inc PMA Parts Company is Proud to Announce New Product Release: Windshield Wiper Components
This assembly is part of the Aircraft Windshield Wiper Motor Converter Assembly. This assembly is installed on various Boeing, Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics and Sikorsky Series aircraft. - May 23, 2017 - Seginus Aerospace LLC
Commercial Avionics Systems Market Accounting for US$ $26 Billion, by 2022
Commercial Avionics Systems Market Report, published by Allied Market Research, states that the commercial avionics systems market was valued at $16 billion in 2014 and is projected to reach $26 billion by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2016 to 2022. - May 21, 2017 - Allied Market Research
DroneLife and JobforDrones Partner with Fire Cam: Leading Provider of Drone Solutions for Fire and Police
DroneLife and JobforDrones today announced a partnership with Fire Cam, the world leader in drone technology solutions focused on Fire and Police applications. The two sites will help introduce Fire Cam’s drone solutions to the US and Worldwide marketplace. “We are excited to be... - May 18, 2017 - DroneLife.com
Argentina, South Africa, France, UK RAF and More Look to Upgrade Their Military Flight Training Program
SMi Reports: Military Flight Training returns to London on 11th -12th October 2017 to maximise flight training capabilities for the 21st century’s aircraft. - May 18, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Estonia, Slovenia, Czech Republic and Macedonia Armed Forces Provides Updates on UAV Capabilities
SMi reports: Central & Eastern European Armed Forces will gather at SMi’s UAV Technology conference to discuss the doctrine, procurement strategies, training and technologies to maximise operational deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles. - May 18, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Ross C. Goodwin Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Ross C. Goodwin of Palm Bay, Florida has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the aerospace field. About Ross C. Goodwin Mr. Goodwin retired after 30 years in the... - May 16, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Agenda Released for Air Missile Defence Technology 2017
Air Missile Defence Technology 2017 to feature senior military representatives from V4 nations, US Army PEO Missiles & Space, and key industry experts. - May 12, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Military Satcom Experts Gather in 2 Weeks to Discuss Asia Pacific’s SatCom Capabilities
Attendee list released featuring ROK Armed Forces, Indian Army, Japanese Cabinet Office, US Airforce SMC/MCi, Indonesian MoD, Singaporean MINDEF and more… - May 05, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Leading CEE’s Armed Forces Gather in 2 Weeks to Discuss Armoured Vehicles Effectiveness
Attendee list released featuring Czech Republic, Austria, Romania, Bulgarian, Slovenian, Lithuanian, Latvian, US Land Forces and more… - May 05, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Global Aerostat Market, Dominates the Demand for Accurate Geospatial Information, Set to Grow to $16.8 Billion by 2024
A new market forecast report published by Inkwood Research has projected that the global aerostat market will grow from $5317 million in 2016 to $16853 million by 2024, at a CAGR of 15.66% between 2017 and 2024. - May 05, 2017 - Inkwood Research
Coaxicom is Proof That US Manufacturing is Alive and Well
A leader in design and manufacturing of RF/Microwave components for over 30-years, Coaxicom is now “hammering-out” the future of RF manufacturing. Coaxicom announces new construction. - May 03, 2017 - Coaxial Components Corp
Software Advice Names MIE Trak Pro in FrontRunners Quadrant for ERP Software
MIE Solutions announced today it has placed as a Contender on the 2017 FrontRunners quadrant for ERP software. Over 600 ERP solutions were considered and only 23 ERP solutions were selected as 2017 FrontRunners, and MIE Trak Pro was one of them. MIE Solutions MIE Trak Pro ranks at 4.59 out of 5... - May 02, 2017 - MIE Solutions
Boyd Corporation Announces Densified SOLIMIDE®
Newest Addition to Boyd’s SOLIMIDE® Foams Product Line Adds Cushioning Enhancement, 20% Improvement in Thermal Resistance - May 02, 2017 - Boyd Corporation
Inflight Warning Systems Rapidly Growing with Cathay Pacific Partnership
Cathay Pacific launches Inflight Warning Systems into the Asian market after agreeing a deal to fit over 400 vibration monitoring units (VMU) to their Boeing 777’s. In a move that signals an increased focus on safety and operational reliability, the airline secured the order with IWS to begin... - April 29, 2017 - Inflight Warning Systems
NATO Member States to Discuss Weapon System Enhancements in London This June
SMi reports: NATO member states will gather at SMi’s Future Armoured Vehicles Weapon Systems to discuss the doctrine, concepts of operation, training and technologies at the heart of armoured vehicle lethality. - April 28, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Laboratory Testing Inc. Will Exhibit at the Rapid + TCT 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Event
Materials Testing, Non-destructive Testing, Dimensional Inspection and Specimen Machining services are vital to ensuring reliable product development and manufacturing in the 3D printing / additive manufacturing industry. These services will be featured by Laboratory Testing Inc. in booth #2343 at Rapid + TCT from May 9 - 11, 2017 in Pittsburgh, PA. - April 28, 2017 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
AeroVision International Purchases Initial Embraer E190 Aircraft
The aircraft, which will be disassembled for parts, represents AeroVision’s entry into parts and LRU support for EJet series aircraft. - April 26, 2017 - AeroVision International
GreenSoft Technology, Inc. Launches iGDM: GreenData Manager Component Database Search
GreenSoft Technology, a leading provider of RoHS and REACH compliance data services and software, has launched a new GreenData Manager (GDM) software product: iGDM Component Database Search. iGDM allows engineering and design staff to qualify parts for RoHS or REACH compliance in real-time during the design phase by searching into GreenSoft’s multi-million parts database. - April 24, 2017 - GreenSoft Technology, Inc.
Securiport Aids in the Capture of Two High-Level ISIS Terrorists at Senegal Airport
The suspects - of Moroccan descent - were traveling from Istanbul when they were flagged by Securiport’s global security system and arrested immediately. - April 19, 2017 - Securiport
ER Wagner Eyes a Constructive Future
For ER Wagner, 116-year-old manufacturer of high-quality hinges and stampings, machined and wrapped tubes, and casters and wheels, 2016 was a banner year for securing new business – one company leaders said would be hard to top. If projections are correct, 2017 will be an even bigger year for ER Wagner. - April 18, 2017 - ER Wagner
Nucsafe Inc.’s Lithium-6 Glass Fiber Soars Above Earth on the International Space Station in a NASA Designed Instrument
Nucsafe Inc., a developer and manufacturer of radiation detection equipment, announced its lithium-6 glass fiber is currently travelling aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The lithium-6 glass fiber, manufactured by Nucsafe, was incorporated into an instrument designed and developed by NASA and sent to the ISS. - April 14, 2017 - Nucsafe Inc.
Security Defense Systems Worldwide, Inc. Introduces the GIL-2001-2DLV Anti-Terrorist/Security Door Access Control System
Few security products have generated as much interest in recent years as Security Defense Systems Worldwide, Inc. (“SDSW”) GIL-2001-2DLV Anti-Terrorist/Security Door Access Control System. Recognizing this trend, the team at SDSW has increased their manufacturing, marketing and... - April 13, 2017 - Security Defense Systems Worldwide
Progress Update on US Combat Vehicle Modernization Strategy at SMi's Weapon Systems Conference This June
SMi reports: United States Army and United States Marine Corps will give an update on the latest progress on the US combat vehicle modernization strategy at Future Armoured Vehicle Weapon Systems this June. - April 13, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Leading Defence Exports Conference Moves to Rome This September
SMi's 12th Defence Exports Conference will take place on the 27th - 28th September, 2017 at the Crowne Plaza St. Peter’s Hotel & Spa in Rome, Italy. The agenda has been released for SMi’s 12th annual Defence Exports Conference which takes place on the 27th and 28th September 2017. - April 12, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Central and Eastern European Armed Forces Look to Further Developments of Their UAV Capability
SMi Reports: UAV Technology Central and Eastern Europe returns to Prague on 27th -28th September to enhance operational deployment of UAV in the region. - April 12, 2017 - SAE Media Group
ER Wagner Adding 600-Ton Servo Punch Press
Milwaukee-based ER Wagner announced it will have a new 600-ton Servo Punch Press available for production in late 2017, greatly increasing ER Wagner’s metal stamping capabilities. The Nidec Minster Corporation machine, which will be a part of ER Wagner’s new 157,000-square-foot... - April 08, 2017 - ER Wagner
Laboratory Testing Inc. Will Show Aerospace Materials Testing Services at AeroMat
Aerospace materials testing lab, Laboratory Testing Inc., will be exhibiting at the AeroMat Expo from April 10 – 12, 2017 in Charleston, SC. LTI’s destructive testing, non-destructive testing and specimen machining services will be on display in booth #613. Aerospace industry materials, fabrication and manufacturing companies will be in attendance for the event. - April 02, 2017 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
53,000 Convened in 148 Venues Across the World to Celebrate Women Of Aviation Worldwide Week 2017
The Institute for Women Of Aviation Worldwide (iWOAW) recaps the activities that took place as part of 7th annual Women Of Aviation Worldwide Week (March 6-12) and announces the winners of the associated Fly It Forward® Challenge. Albuquerque Sunport, USA, wins the Most Female Pilot Friendly Airport Worldwide title. Lachute and Brampton-Caledon airports, both in Canada make the podium. Other titles go to winners in the United States, Canada, France, Australia, and Turkey. - March 30, 2017 - Institute for Women Of Aviation Worldwide
Securiport Shares Strategic Border Security Solutions to Control External and Internal Land Borders at the 2017 World Border Security Congress
Securiport, the global leader in intelligent immigration controls and civil aviation security solutions, was pleased to present at this year’s exclusive World Border Security Congress in Casablanca, Morocco. The World Border Security Congress is supported by the Ministry of Interior of... - March 29, 2017 - Securiport
Polymet Corporation Celebrates 50 Years of Success & Innovation
2017 marks Polymet's 50th year in business. Company celebrates with brand new facility. - March 22, 2017 - Polymet Corporation
Argon Welding Chamber - Big Mouth Sparky Holds Larger Work Pieces That Increase Production
Titanium is vital to Aerospace manufacturing and needs the use of shielding gas to prevent oxidation during welding. Welding Titanium without it leads to structural failures and discoloration of the welds. Sparky is the solution for modern aerospace welders and shareholders by preventing weld failure and discoloration. - March 15, 2017 - Hydra Industries Group
Staco Systems Launches Ruggedized and Customizable Computing Range to Address the Challenges of Critical Data Portability
Staco Systems, a world-class supplier of custom-design Human-to-Machine Interface (HMI) solutions for the most demanding markets is taking its rugged product offering to the next level with the newly launched ruggedized computing range. - March 15, 2017 - Staco Systems
San Francisco Attorney Elected President, Northern California Business Aviation Association
San Francisco Attorney, Michael L. Dworkin has been elected President of the Northern California Business Aviation Association. - March 09, 2017 - Michael L. Dworkin
General Electrodynamics Corporation Finalizes Deal with Aerotechnic Industries in Morocco
In a move that signals maturity for its AN60Z platform, General Electrodynamics Corporation announced the finalization of a deal with Aerotechnic in Morocco that will see Aerotechnic acquire a set of GEC’s low profile aircraft scale system. While terms of the deal remain confidential, the... - March 03, 2017 - General Electrodynamics Corporation
Industry Veterans Curate Technology Solutions for Sewn Products Manufacturers
Independent technology solutions provider TexTempo is leveraging extensive industry expertise and the best available technologies to speed production of apparel, automotive, home fashion and other textile-based products. - March 03, 2017 - TexTempo, LLC
More Than 50,000 Girls Set to Discover Aviation During Women of Aviation Worldwide Week 2017
March 6 to 12, industry enthusiasts and key stakeholders will unite to welcome girls and women in their facilities and encourage them to explore the sector’s careers and hobbies hands-on. - February 27, 2017 - Institute for Women Of Aviation Worldwide
Seginus Inc Would Like to Introduce New Additions to Their Inventory: Flashtube Lamps 31-9172-1EH and 31-8321-1EH
The forward Strobe Light Assembly P/N 30-2722-1 and Position/Anti-collision Light P/N 30-2778-1 fall under the category of navigation lighting. These assemblies are installed on various Embraer aircraft. Seginus Inc has released the following FAA PMA replacement parts to aid in your cost... - February 23, 2017 - Seginus Aerospace LLC
TNA Selected as the Exclusive Electric Aircraft Tug Provider for SUN ‘n FUN, the Busiest Aviation Expo with More Than 5,000 Aircraft Attending
Following an agreement with the SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In and Expo, TNA Aviation Technologies announced that the Company has been selected as the exclusive supplier and GSE equipment partner providing their advanced towbarless electric ground support equipment for this major aviation event. - February 22, 2017 - TNA - Aviation Technologies
US Nuclear Announces Amendments to Active Private Offering
US Nuclear Announces Private Offering of 7,000,000 Shares of Restricted Common Stock. - February 17, 2017 - US Nuclear Corp.
Huckworthy and IOMAXIS to Deliver Cutting-edge Mobile and Network Communications Through New Partnership
Huckworthy and IOMAXIS have partnered together to bring innovative secure mobility and network communications solutions to their customers. - February 15, 2017 - Huckworthy LLC
Automate the Personalization and Customization of PDF Documents Add Text, Images and 2D Barcodes with StampPDF Batch 6.5
Appligent Document Solutions is now shipping StampPDF Batch 6.5. Add text, images and barcodes to PDF documents dynamically or in batch mode. New features include Stamping 2D Data Matrix barcodes and Page Transformation. - February 14, 2017 - Appligent Document Solutions
USA – LED Flashlight Market Forecast/Analysis (2016-2026)
LED Flashlights sales via the Retail-Specialty sales channel to reach an impressive $573 million in 2017. - February 09, 2017 - ElectroniCast Consultants
Finally, a Towbarless Electric Aircraft Tug with Unique Universal Capabilities
TNA announces the launch of the TowFLEXX 120e HG, a unique aircraft tow tug that showcase modern design, extreme robustness, flexibility, and ease of handling. Designed to improve maneuverability and safety. - February 07, 2017 - TNA - Aviation Technologies
Colorado Advanced Manufacturing Association Invites Cyber Nonprofit to Raise Cyber Risk Awareness at Conference
Cyber Institute spoke to leaders of manufacturing from across the state about cybersecurity threats to manufacturing at CAMA’s (Colorado Advanced Manufacturing Associtations’s) annual member conference hosted this year by their Southern Chapter in Pueblo Colorado. CAMA has become... - February 03, 2017 - Cyber Institute
Oceanit Awarded Patent for Camera Enabling Daytime Space Observation
Oceanit, a Honolulu-based science and engineering company, received a patent for a novel surveillance sensor capable of tracking satellites in deep space during the day and night. This technology was demonstrated during research and development on behalf of the United States Air Force Space and... - February 02, 2017 - Oceanit
Steelhead Composites MicroForce Product Brings New Options in Lightweight Hydraulics
The MicroForce lightweight diaphragm accumulator provides high strength and performance for applications such as robotics, luxury automotive, performance automotive, marine and aerospace. The 2-liter accumulator weighs a remarkable 1.8 KG which is 70% less than comparable steel accumulators. The offering is available now in standard configurations. - February 01, 2017 - Steelhead Composites
TNA Unveils 2017 Product Line to be Assembled in the United States
TowFLEXX, the world’s most advanced remote operated airplane tug product line, with unique aircraft nose gear soft coupling that can make an extraordinary difference for the general aviation and airline industry, will become a US assembled system. - January 31, 2017 - TNA - Aviation Technologies
Astra Airlines (Greece) and TouchPoint Aviation Services, LLC Sign an On-Site Exchange Agreement
Astra Airlines (Greece) and TouchPoint Aviation Services, LLC sign an On-Site Exchange Agreement to support Astra Airlines ATR Fleet. - January 31, 2017 - TouchPoint Aviation Services, LLC
World-Record Female Helicopter Pilot to Help Remit the 2017 Fly It Forward® Awards
Jennifer Murray – first woman to fly around the world in a helicopter and first woman to fly above both poles – will be the Keynote Speaker at the Fly It Forward® Award Luncheon in Vancouver, Canada. - January 31, 2017 - Institute for Women Of Aviation Worldwide