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.
Dr. Chang-Hwan Choi Wins Instrumentation Grant from the Office of Naval Research
Low-friction, anti-corrosive research at Stevens promises durability and improved hydrodynamics. - September 26, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Groundbreaking Stevens Research on Water-Repellent Surfaces Published in Physical Review Letters
Dr. Chang-Hwan Choi and Dr. Wei Xu Revise Scientific Understanding of Superhydrophobicity. - September 22, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Become an “Inner Marker” Circle Member
As pilots prepare for the new chapter inaugural meetings in Fort Washington, MD and Palmyra, PA – the IMC Club International has just announced its newest Instrument Pilot Safety Initiative, the creation of a Special Membership Group for pilots who are dedicated to the consistent and constant... - September 20, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Skygate Media Announces Official Launch of ASCHOME.com
New York web design firm, Skygate Media, completed a collaborative website redesign for aerospace industry leaders ASC. Aschome.com is a comprehensive site for current and prospective customers to browse the latest autoclaves, ovens, control systems and components. - September 19, 2012 - Skygate Media
"Commercial Aircraft Modernisation, Upgrade & Retrofit Market to Reach $12.2bn in 2012" Says New Visiongain Report
In challenging economic times airlines are constantly looking at ways in which they can increasing the value of and extend the life span of their aircraft. The development of new and advanced technologies has meant that almost every part of the aircraft can now be modified to improve efficiency, aid the pilot and enhance the flying experience of the passenger. - September 18, 2012 - visiongain
Aerospace Composites Firm Nominated for Rolls-Royce Plc Excellence in Innovation Award
An East midlands based aerospace composites firm is hoping for success after being nominated in two categories for Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce Best Business Awards 2012. - September 16, 2012 - Atlas Composites
Isao Frank Sakata Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Isao Frank Sakata, of Sun Valley, California, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Aviation Consulting and Space Exploration. About Isao Frank Sakata Isao Frank... - September 14, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
"Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) Market to be Worth $651.5m in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) market is set to be worth $651.5m in 2012, as the drawdown of counter-insurgency operations begins to effect spending on unmanned systems. - September 14, 2012 - visiongain
"Airborne ISR Market Valued at $18.15bn in 2012 as Defence Spending Cuts Loom" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s research has determined that the global Airborne ISR market is valued at $18.15bn in 2012. Despite defence cuts affecting military procurement, Visiongain finds that investment will continue into Airborne ISR in the long term. - September 14, 2012 - visiongain
"Military Electro Optical Infrared (EO/IR) Market to be Worth $7.73bn in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the Military Electro Optical Infrared (EO/IR) systems market is set to be worth $7.73bn in 2012, as demand continues for advanced surveillance, targeting and reconnaissance systems across a range of military applications. - September 14, 2012 - visiongain
Visiongain Report Values the Military Fighter Aircraft Market at $34.37bn in 2012
The Military Fighter Aircraft Market 2012-2022, Visiongain’s latest defence report, values the market for fighter jets at $34.37bn in 2012. Major programme developments are expected over the coming decade, with the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) leading a host of influential procurement projects, spanning both Western and emerging nations such as India, Saudi Arabia, and China. - September 13, 2012 - visiongain
Don Jasurda, DCS Vice President, to Speak at SAE AMAF Conference
Don Jasurda to present, “Managing the Cost of Quality,” reducing the cost of producing high quality products in aerospace manufacturing. - September 13, 2012 - Dimensional Control Systems, Inc.
Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation Appoints Ron Starks as Service Mechanic for the Sanford, Florida Service Center
Starks brings over 25 years experience in utility equipment maintenance and dedication to customer service. - September 11, 2012 - Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation
Pauway Corp. Introduce New Mil-Spec Coatings and Painting Products to Catalogue
FAA certified Department of Defense contractor Pauway Corp. has recently announced the introduction to their catalogue of several new mil-spec coating and painting solutions. These solutions are designed to enhance company’s available options for clients across the United States. One of the... - September 06, 2012 - Pauway Corporation
Pauway Corp Announcing Introduction of Innovative YAG and CO2 Computer Driven Laser Engraving Service
Leading industrial painting and powder coatings specialists Pauway Corp. has recently announced that the company is now offering their YAG and CO2 computer-driven laser engraving service to their clientele around the globe. These services ensure clientele achieve an environmentally-friendly alternative to silk screening, pad printing, mechanical engraving and many of other high cost, low quality engraving processes. - September 06, 2012 - Pauway Corporation
Hernon Manufacturing Receives ITAR Registration
Having completed its U.S. State Department registration review, Hernon Manufacturing has received ITAR Registration. - August 31, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Hernon Manufacturing Wins William C. Schwartz Industry Innovation Award
Hernon Manufacturing has been selected as a William C. Schwartz Industry Innovations Award recipient, representing Seminole County. - August 31, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Island Abbey Foods Ltd’s Honibe® Honey Drop® is Going to the International Space Station
Honibe® Honey Drop® Chosen as a "Snack For Space" by The Canadian Space Agency - August 30, 2012 - Island Abbey Foods Ltd.
SEDS Mourns Astronaut Neil Armstrong
Students for the Exploration and Development of Space, USA (SEDS) mourns the passing of Dr. Neil Armstrong, the first human to set foot on the moon. Armstrong passed away following complications resulting from cardiovascular procedures according to a statement from his family, and was 82 years... - August 27, 2012 - Students for the Exploration and Development of Space, USA
Far-Field Application for EMxpert, the World’s Fastest Pre-Compliance Verification of PCB’s
Far-Field Application, enables EMxpert users to predict the Open Area Test Site (OATS) or Semi Anechoic Chamber (SAC) radiated EMI levels of a printed circuit board (PCB). The application supports regulatory compliance limits Class A or Class B FCC, CISPR and Industry Canada, 10m, 3m and 1m test distances. - August 22, 2012 - EMSCAN
IMC Club Opens Additional Chapters Across the Nation
IMC Club International, Inc. will be opening additional Chapters across the nation in the next few weeks. - August 16, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Banyan Air Service Appointed Florida Dealer for Quest KODIAK
Banyan Air Service based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport has recently been appointed as a Quest Authorized Sales Center for the KODIAK. - August 15, 2012 - Banyan Air Service
Redbird Skyport Announces Instrument Proficiency Program
Redbird Skyport and IMC Club International announced today the founding the Skyport Chapter of IMC Club to promote instrument flying, proficiency and safety. “IMC Club has created a great structure for instrument pilots to network and learn from each other in a social setting. We are excited... - July 30, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
New Documentary Highlights the Importance of Perseverance in Scientific Discovery and Innovation
New science and history film chronicles the birth of astrophysics and the invention of flight, narrated by actor David Conrad, and featuring interviews with astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and historian Dr. Tom Crouch. - July 27, 2012 - Dan Handley Science Media, LLC
Government Technology & Services Coalition Celebrates First Year with Former Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff & Releases Inaugural Annual Report
The Government Technology & Services Coalition (GTSC), the premier organization for small and mid-sized companies in homeland and national security today released its Inaugural Annual Report. The group celebrated their meteoric rise to over 90 member companies at their anniversary celebration... - July 26, 2012 - Government Technology & Services Coalition
IMR Test Labs Receives Nadcap Accreditation for Adhesives Testing
Nadcap recognizes IMR Test Labs in Ithaca, NY for its commitment to continual improvement in aerospace quality. The Ithaca laboratory has earned reapproval of their previous non metallics testing capabilities, as well as the addition of adhesive and adhesive primer testing. - July 26, 2012 - IMR Test Labs
"UAV Payload and Subsystems Market to be Worth $2.96bn in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the UAV Payload and Subsystems market will reach a value of $2.96bn in 2012, as more technologically advanced payloads become integral to a range of military and civilian UAV operations, amongst both established and emerging nations. - July 26, 2012 - visiongain
Leading Edge Aviation Services Paints First South Carolina-Built Boeing 787 Dreamliner
The largest commercial and military aircraft painting company in the world announced today that it successfully painted its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner at its state-of-the-art Fort Worth, Texas facility. - July 25, 2012 - Leading Edge Aviation Services
"Homeland Security to Evade the Heaviest US Cuts, Reaching $206.01bn in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global Homeland Security market, in terms of government spending, will reach a value of $206.01bn over 2012. Visiongain’s latest report, The Homeland Security Market 2012-2022, finds that investment will continue in what is an essential area for all nations, with Homeland defence becoming a greater priority than military spending for some nations. - July 25, 2012 - visiongain
Precitec v. American Laser Enterprises Patent Infringement Case Dismissed
Civil Action No. 2:12-cv-11260-AC-LJM Dismissed - July 13, 2012 - American Laser Enterprises, LLC
Creation Technologies to Open Additional New Facility in California
Leading electronics manufacturer grows to meet customer demand in Silicon Valley & Southwestern USA. - July 13, 2012 - Creation Technologies
Seginus Inc Makes Farnborough Airshow Debut
FAA PMA Aircraft parts manufacturer makes it's first international tradeshow debut at the 2012 Farnborough Airshow in England. - July 10, 2012 - Seginus Aerospace LLC
Shimco Renews Third Long-Term Supply Agreement with Bombardier Aerospace
Shimco announced today the company has renewed its Long Term Agreement (LTA) with Bombardier Aerospace, representing the third successful LTA renewal between the two companies. Shimco supplies Bombardier Aerospace worldwide with solid, laminated, edgebonded and tapered shims, spacers, washers and... - July 07, 2012 - Shimco
Yuri’s Night Announces Pete Worden as Recipient of 2012 Spirit of Yuri’s Night Award
Yuri’s Night, the World Space Party, today announced that NASA Ames Research Center Director S. Pete Worden is the 2012 recipient of the Spirit of Yuri’s Night Award. The Spirit of Yuri’s Night Award, chosen each year by the Yuri’s Night Board of Directors, recognizes... - July 05, 2012 - Yuri's Night
Aviation Online Talk Show “Plane Talk” Nominated for the “Spreaker Show of the Year Award”
The aviation online radio talk show “Plane Talk” was nominated for the “Spreaker Show of the Year Award”. Shows were nominated in four different categories: Show of the Year, Music Show, Comedy Show and the Entertainment Show of the Year. - June 30, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
"Plane Talk" to Broadcast Live from Ninety Nine International Conference in Providence
IMC Radio’s “Plane Talk,” a popular live-streaming aviation internet radio talk show sponsored by the IMC Club International, will be broadcasting four two-hour shows live from its remote studio at the 2012 International 99s Conference in Providence, Rhode Island. The broadcasts... - June 29, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
"Civil Aviation Flight Training and Simulation Market to Reach $3.2bn in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global civil aviation flight training and simulation market will reach a value of $3.2bn in 2012, as airlines and flight schools acquire new simulation devices and update existing systems to meet the requirements for safety and training regulations for pilot training. - June 29, 2012 - visiongain
Shimco to Exhibit at Farnborough International Airshow
The Company is co-exhibiting in the Ontario Aerospace Pavilion July 9-15, 2012 - June 29, 2012 - Shimco
UK Aerospace Parts Supplier, J.J. Churchill Ltd., Signs Agreement for Services in Mexico with The Offshore Group
British firm to manufacture aerospace parts in Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico. - June 25, 2012 - The Offshore Group
Denmark Goes Force-Wide with Systematic’s Command and Control Software
The Danish Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organization (DALO) has signed an Enterprise License Agreement with Systematic at Eurosatory in Paris to extend the licencing of SitaWare Command and Control (C2) software to an unlimited number of users. - June 23, 2012 - Systematic
Hernon Manufacturing Introduces Eco-Friendly and U.S. Military Approved Ammunition Sealants
Environmentally friendly sealants, including Hernon's External Ammunition Sealant which meet and exceed the leak tests of the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy, as well as other products and process equipment for the ammunition industry are now featured on the companies specialized website. - June 22, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Saint-Gobain Process Systems Launches New Website
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics has launched a new website for its Process Systems business unit: http://www.processsystems.saint-gobain.com/. The site provides comprehensive market and application information along with useful advanced search tools. - June 21, 2012 - Saint-Gobain Process Systems
"Saudi Arabian Defence Market to Total $50.83bn in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that Saudi Arabian defence spending will reach a value of $50.83bn in 2012, as the country continues to invest heavily in defence and security systems. - June 20, 2012 - visiongain
CBRNe World's CBRNe Convergence Conference in Norfolk, VA Adds Interpol and FBI WMD Directorate as Supporting Partners
CBRNe convergence, in Norfolk, VA has added Interpol and the FBI WMD Directorate to the list of supporting organisations for is conference and exercise from 31st October - 2nd November, with a CBRNE standards workshop, and the latest papers and speakers - book now. - June 19, 2012 - CBRNe World
Join IMC Club on Their New Website and Win a Lightspeed Zulu 2 Headset
If you join the IMC Club or upgrade your membership to full access between now and the beginning of the Oshkosh AirVenture on July 23, 2012 you will automatically be included in a drawing for a state of the art Zulu 2 aviation headset. - June 17, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Hear from Experts with Hands-on Experience of Flight Training Techniques & Procedures
Join SMi Group at Military Flight Training 2012, due to be held on Wednesday 19th & Thursday 20th September 2012 in London. - June 17, 2012 - SAE Media Group
Herber Aircraft Appoints New Director, Government Solutions
Herber Aircraft Service, Inc. has announced that it has appointed Brian McDermott to fill the new position of Director, Government Solutions. In this role, Mr. McDermott will be responsible for boosting company efforts and leading all elements of Herber’s manufacturing, repair center, and... - June 16, 2012 - Herber Aircraft Service, Inc.
"Military Simulation and Virtual Training Market to Reach $9.03bn in 2012" Says Visiongain Report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global military simulation and virtual training market is set to reach $9.03bn in 2012, as defence ministries worldwide seek to take advantage of the ongoing technological progress in military simulation systems. - June 14, 2012 - visiongain
Spika Announces Sale of Black Hawk Phase Maintenance Stands Into the Australian Department of Defence
Spika Welding and Manufacturing has been awarded a contract to provide the Australian Department of Defence with maintenance stands for its Black Hawk helicopters. - June 13, 2012 - Spika Design & Manufacturing, Inc.
Skeleton Technologies' SkelCap Series: Ultracapacitor 2.0 Has Arrived
Skeleton Technologies, producer of the world's highest performance ultracapacitors, today announced its new SkelCap series ultracapacitor family with devices ranging from 2.47 to 12.53 kilowatts (kW). The cells represent a 300 per cent increase in power and 200 per cent increase in energy when... - June 12, 2012 - Skeleton Technologies