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.
IMC Clubs Begins New Weekly Internet Radio Program
IMC “Radio 5” features Jason Blair, Executive Director of NAFI, National Association of Flight Instructors - February 09, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Singapore Airshow: MTC to Reduce UAV Flight Control Failures with Redundant Electrical Rotary Servo Actuator
MTC, a leading supplier of electro-mechanical products and services to Aerospace, Defense, and UAV Industries – will introduce its Redundant Electro-Mechanical Rotary Servo Actuator (ERSA) for UAVs at the Singapore Airshow, February 14-19 at the Changi Exhibition Centre, Booth #N51. ERSA’s unique fail-safe system significantly reduces the incidence of UAV flight control failures. - February 09, 2012 - MTC Industries and Research Carmiel Ltd
GiiResearch.com: Global Military Simulators and Virtual Training Programs Market, North America Expected to Account for 62.3%
North America is expected to account for the largest share of the total global military simulators and virtual training programs market with a 62.3% share over the forecast period. - February 08, 2012 - Global Information Inc.
Searchlights for Computer-Controlled Security Systems
Peak Beam's Maxa Beam Searchlight is becoming the white light of choice for remote-controlled security systems. - February 04, 2012 - Peak Beam Systems, Inc.
Mitutoyo Introduces World’s First 0.1µm Micrometer
Mitutoyo America Corporation introduces the first micrometer to offer 0.1µm resolution measurement. The High-Accuracy Digimatic® Digital Micrometer is available in a convenient, hand-held tool. - February 02, 2012 - Mitutoyo America Corporation
L-3 Warrior Systems – Electron Tube Operations Announces New U.S. Image Intensifier Distributors
L-3 Electron Tube Operations (ETO), a subdivision of L-3 Warrior Systems, a world leader in the development and production of advanced night vision and electro-optical systems and components, has named Summit Night Vision Group LLC and US Night Vision as U.S. distributors of L-3’s Generation... - January 31, 2012 - L-3 Warrior Systems
Hernon Manufacturing Declares 2012 Las Vegas Shot Show a Success
Adhesive, sealant and dispensing equipment manufacturer forges new relationships, unveils new ammunition sealant dispensing and curing system at NSSF Shot Show. - January 31, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Innalabs to Participate in Singapore Airshow 2012
Innalabs is participating in the Singapore Airshow 2012, the largest aerospace and defense event in Asia which will be held on 14 – 19 February, 2012. At the Airshow, Innalabs will present high performance quartz Servo Accelerometers and Solid State Coriolis Vibratory Gyroscopes – one-... - January 29, 2012 - Innalabs Limited
BTC Electronic Components’ Line of EN2997 Y & YE Hermetically Sealed Receptacles Earn ASD-CERT Recertification
ASD-CERT qualifies standard aerospace products in accordance with the requirements of EN 9133. - January 27, 2012 - BTC Electronic Components, Inc.
Banyan Delivers First AVIATOR 200 to South America
On January 7, 2012 a Beech Jet 400A departed for Argentina outfitted with the Thrane and Thrane AVIATOR 200 Swift Broadband (SBB) system. - January 25, 2012 - Banyan Air Service
Obzerv Technologies Inc. Receives a Contract from Bharat Electronics Ltd. for 46 Range-Gated Cameras
Obzerv Technologies Inc. has received a contract from Bharat Electronics Ltd. to supply 46 ARGC-2400 cameras. Obzerv’s electro-optic cameras will be integrated by Bangalore-based defense Public Sector Company Bharat Electronics Ltd. (BEL) in a multi sensors Coastal Surveillance System. Each... - January 20, 2012 - Obzerv
Artist, Rouch Contributes to 9th Annual Living Legends of Aviation
Internationally renowned artist Michelle Rouch of Tucson, AZ, a member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), has been invited to attend the 9th Annual Living Legends of Aviation Award Ceremony, referred to as the Academy Awards of Aviation. Her contribution, titled... - January 16, 2012 - Artwork by Rouch
IMC Club Appoints Regional Vice Presidents
IMC Club International, Inc. has named, Steve Cunningham of Nashua, NH, Jim Hendricks of Naples, FL and Michael Radomsky as regional vice presidents of its Northeastern, Southern and Western Regions. The position for Vice President Central Region is still open. The new regionalization map can be... - January 14, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Northrop Grumman Recognizes Unlimited Innovations, Inc. with 2011 Supplier Excellence Award
Unlimited Innovations, Inc., an Anaheim Hills, California-based IT software solutions company, has received Northrop Grumman's 2011 Supplier Excellence Award. - January 08, 2012 - Unlimited Innovations, Inc.
DMG Productions to Feature Excelerate on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Forging an International Defense Community - January 06, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
Hernon Manufacturing Receives Large Order for Dispensing Equipment
Central Florida adhesive and dispensing equipment manufacturer to build sealant dispensing and UV curing machine for defense contractor. - January 06, 2012 - Hernon Manufacturing
Ian Patrick Bendall Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Ian Patrick Bendall, of Potts Point, New South Wales, Australia, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Aeronautics. About Ian Patrick Bendall Ian Patrick Bendall is the General Manager of... - January 01, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Mexico Aerostructures Manufacturer to Expand Its Manufacturing Footprint
Firm increases industrial space for the purpose of supplying complex components to burgeoning Mexican aerospace sector - December 23, 2011 - The Offshore Group
DMG Productions to Feature SES Government Solutions on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Exploring the Satellites that Orbit our Planet - December 22, 2011 - DMG Productions, LLC
DMG Productions to Feature Tampa Yacht Manufacturing LLC on Upcoming Episode of Business Update for CNBC
The dramatic rise in use by terrorist of asymmetric warfare represents a new and emerging worldwide threat. Into this environment, Tampa Yacht Manufacturing LLC is providing complete coastal defence solutions with custom configured proven defence craft. - December 22, 2011 - DMG Productions, LLC
Namibian Air Traffic Management System Goes Operational
ERA a.s. announces operational status for the world’s largest wide area multilateration aircraft surveillance system. - December 22, 2011 - ERA a.s.
Air Technology Engines Exhibiting at HELI-EXPO® 2012
Visitors to the 2012 HELI-EXPO in Dallas, Texas can find Naples based Air Technology Engines at booth 1205. - December 21, 2011 - Air Technology Group
DMG Productions to Feature STAR Dynamics on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Exploring the World of Radar Technology - December 20, 2011 - DMG Productions, LLC
CD-adapco to be Featured on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Engineering Simulation: Saving America Money - December 19, 2011 - DMG Productions, LLC
GiiResearch.com: North America Represented 47.1% of All Connector Sales in the Military/Aerospace Sector in 2010
North America has consistently had the greatest sales of connectors used in the military sector and had the second-largest year-to-year growth. - December 16, 2011 - Global Information Inc.
The Chief Flight Instructor of the New Horizon Aviation to Head the Rhode Island Chapter of IMC Club - "I Feel Like I Have the Opportunity to Have an Impact on Aviation"
The IMC Clubs appointed Victoria Kuo, the Chief Flight Instructor of the New Horizon Aviation, Inc., one of the leading flight schools in New England, to be the Rhode Island Chapter President. As a highly qualified volunteer Ms. Kuo was chosen to provide her expertise in flight education to the... - December 15, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
UTRS Unveils Its New Brand Identity
Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc. (UTRS), a leading provider of information technology and engineering services, today unveiled its new brand initiative and visual identity. The re-branding affirms UTRS’s commitment to “think forward” and deliver the highest quality... - December 13, 2011 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
Obzerv Technologies Inc. Selected as the Emerging Visionary Company of the Year
Obzerv Technologies Inc. is pleased to report that it has won the “2011 Trophées Vision” Award for the Emerging Visionary Company of the year. This prominent award highlights Obzerv’s impressive growth over the last 3 years and a promising future. It is sponsored by... - December 10, 2011 - Obzerv
UW Prosthetic Sensing Array Gives “Feeling” to Artificial Limbs
The Fringing Field Sensor Array (FFSA) is a collection of high-resolution pressure sensors that can accurately measure sheer stress, pressure, and other characteristics at the limb-prosthetic interface. - November 28, 2011 - SEAL
IEEE GLOBECOM 2011 Expands Agenda of New Industry Forum & Expo
Three-Day Event Announces New Industry Technical Presentations on Cyber Security, 4G Wireless, Aerospace Power Technology, Smart Grid Renewable Energies & Radio Prototyping - November 23, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
Oregon Ballistic Laboratories Launches Innovative New Website
Oregon Ballistic Laboratories announces the launch of an innovative new website that demonstrates the advanced testing services offered by the Salem, Oregon company. Specializing in ballistic, blast, body armor and forced entry testing, OBL’s new website features industry-leading content,... - November 19, 2011 - Oregon Ballistic Laboratories
Connector Distributor, BTC Electronic Components, Earns AS9100 Rev C Quality Certification
The audits were conducted by Underwriters Laboratories Inc., an internationally accredited registrar for management systems standards who verified that BTC’s quality system fulfills the requirements for the AS9100C:2009-01, EN9100:2009 and JIS Q9100:2009 standards. - November 19, 2011 - BTC Electronic Components, Inc.
Creation Technologies Enhances Design Services Offering
EMS Provider acquires the design, product development and manufacturing group of Quest Product Development Corp. - November 17, 2011 - Creation Technologies
The IMC Club, Its President and Board Members Are Deeply Concerned by the FAA’s Unfortunate Decision to Implement Action That May Impact Lives of Many Pilots
At the meeting on November 14th, 2011 the Board of Directors of the IMC Club International, Inc. issued the following statement: “IMC Club International Inc. strongly opposes the FAA's announcement that it will begin charging for NOS chart downloads that were previously free. The new policy... - November 16, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
Rubicon Advantage Inc. Announces Expansion of Tactical Products and Strategic Training Services in Latin America
Rubicon-Advantage Inc. today announced further progress in its strategic growth initiative focused on innovative tactical products and strategic law enforcement training services throughout Latin America. A company spokesman stated, “We are excited to be expanding our tactical products and... - November 12, 2011 - Rubicon Advantage Inc
SOURIAU PA&E Announces New Hermetic Mini-Micro-D
27% Lower Profile Than Standard Micro-D Connectors - November 11, 2011 - Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PA&E)
Thermal Matrix Automates Threat Detection with ACT2 Advancements
Responding to increased levels of threats by terrorists with concealed weapons and explosives, Thermal Matrix International (TMI) announces the release of a new and advanced version of its concealed object detection system, ACT2. This proven technology is designed to give security forces, both here... - November 11, 2011 - Thermal Matrix USA
H.I.G. Capital Portfolio Company Vaupell Acquires Russell Plastics
H.I.G. Capital announced that its portfolio company Vaupell Holdings, Inc. (“Vaupell”) has acquired Russell Plastics Technology Company, Inc. (“Russell”), a supplier of composite plastics products and assemblies serving primarily the aerospace and military markets. - November 10, 2011 - H.I.G. Capital
New Site Provides Improved Navigation, In-Depth Product Details, and Direct Access to Technical References
ACP Composites Inc., announces the launch of its new online store at www.acpsales.com/home. The dramatically redesigned store embodies the company’s forward–thinking vision and commitment to the growing needs of its customers. - November 07, 2011 - ACP Composites Inc
Steatite Announce That Solid State PLC Acquires the Assets of Blazepoint Ltd
Steatite announce that Solid State PLC has acquired the assets of Blazepoint Ltd, an established supplier of rugged computer systems and hand held devices to the commercial and military markets worldwide. In a deal that has secured the ongoing Blazepoint technology which also includes an innovative... - November 04, 2011 - Steatite Ltd
Laboratory Testing Inc. Announces Promotions in the Nondestructive Testing Ultrasonic Testing Department
Growth in immersion and contact ultrasonic testing at Laboratory Testing Inc. has led to promotions in the NDT Ultrasonic Testing Department. Two UT Supervisors and an ultrasonic testing specialist for training, quoting and technical questions were announced. - November 03, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Nadcap Accreditation Achieved by Offshore Group Aerospace Manufacturing in Mexico Client
Nadcap recognizes Horst Engineering de Mexico's Guaymas, Sonora facility for the superior quality of its service offerings. - November 03, 2011 - The Offshore Group
Soilworks’® Continuous Growth Prompts Relocation and Expansion Into New Global Corporate Headquarters
Soilworks®, LLC, the world’s leading solution provider of environmentally safe soil stabilizers, dust control products and application services, announced today its relocation and expansion into its new global headquarters in Chandler, Arizona. The move reflects the significant double... - November 01, 2011 - Soilworks, LLC
Stottler Henke Congratulates Boeing and All Nippon Airways on First Commercial B787 Flight
Aurora Intelligent Scheduling Software Contributes to Launch - October 29, 2011 - Stottler Henke Associates, Inc.
Schafer Corporation Teams with UP Aerospace to Launch NASA Payloads
The Schafer Corporation, a scientific and engineering company, has teamed with UP Aerospace of Denver, CO to provide comprehensive launch and payload integration services for up to eight NASA launches during 2012 and 2013. - October 28, 2011 - Schafer Corporation
GreenSoft Releases New Version of GreenData Manager Software
GreenData Manager now generates IPC-1752A product disclosure reports. - October 25, 2011 - GreenSoft Technology, Inc.
Surgeon Partners with Former Soldier to Enhance National Security
New company seeks to defeat improvised explosive devices with innovative technologies. - October 18, 2011 - ExNovo Worldwide
Banyan Air Service Targets Lear 40/45 Community
With the increased coverage provided by adding a second shift and the addition of nine new technicians in the last ninety days, Banyan Air Service (FXE) has added the Lear 40 series airframe to their growing list of capabilities. - October 16, 2011 - Banyan Air Service
FreeFlight Systems RANGR FDL-978TX Receives TSO C154c ADS-B Certification
FreeFlight Systems RANGR FDL-978TX receives FAA TSO approval. FreeFlight Systems, a global provider of high quality navigation management systems, radar altimeters and other critical avionics, announces the RANGR FDL-978TX ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) UAT 978MHz transmitter... - October 15, 2011 - FreeFlight Systems
Protokraft Introduces EXCALIBUR Series Dual Port 10gigabit Ethernet D38999 Optoelectronic Transponders
Protokraft’s EXCALIBUR Series Panel Mounted D38999 Fiber Optic Transponders Improve Communications Link Performance and Reliability While Reducing Space and Weight Requirements. - October 14, 2011 - Protokraft, LLC