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.
Able Engineering Awarded USAF Contract
Able Engineering & Component Services announced a new contract from the United States Air Force to work on components for the KC-135 Stratotanker out of Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City. - May 06, 2010 - Able Engineering & Component Services, Inc.
Able Engineering to Attend AHS 2010 Forum
Able Engineering will exhibit innovative maintenance solutions for the rotor wing industry at Booth #219 during the 2010 AHS Forum and Technology Display in Phoenix, Arizona. - May 01, 2010 - Able Engineering & Component Services, Inc.
RPMNetwork Report; Flight Vector Announces Latest Version of FVMap Emergency Medical CAD & Mapping Software
Latest Version of mapping & dispatching software easier to use and works with most systems. - April 30, 2010 - Rotorcraft Professional Media Network
Airolusion Get's the ‘Vorsphere’ Into the US Commercial Manufacturing Market
It is now understandable why the Vorsphere has entered the US Commercial Manufacturing Market at this juncture, and why the interaction of new technologies like the Vorsphere is paramount in finding solutions to problems rather than building, bigger, stronger and faster manufacturing machinery. - April 18, 2010 - Airolusion Ltd
Hampton University Awarded Grant from Wolf Aviation Fund in Support of the Project
The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) has begun development of a new Aviation-Mentoring Program. Working together with SAFE, Hampton University Department of Aviation has received a grant from the Wolf Aviation Fund to help develop the project. According to Hampton University... - April 18, 2010 - Society of Aviation and Flight Educators
SAFE Director to Receive 2010 Nata Award of Excellence
Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) Director Arlynn McMahon is the 2010 recipient of the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) Excellence in Flight Training Award. McMahon is the Training Center Manager at Aero-Tech, Inc., a flight school based in Lexington, KY. She was the... - April 18, 2010 - Society of Aviation and Flight Educators
AerHub.com Acquires PilotSpeak.net and Grows Its User Base and Management Team
AerHub.com was created in February 2009 as an online social network that appealed to aviation professionals looking for a community all their own. Offering features such as creating a profile, establishing friends, viewing and posting jobs, browsing airline news, and even tracking live flights, the website has found much success and has fostered a large community. - April 17, 2010 - Aerhub.com
New RFID Reader from ACC Systems
New Versatile RFID Reader for under $3000.00. A.C.C. Systems Inc. (Glen Head, N.Y.) has introduced their latest RFID reader adding to their already broadline of RFID products. The new handheld model ACC870 embodies all of the usual features based on Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 /6.0 and comes with... - April 15, 2010 - A.C.C. Systems Inc
Retrotech Secures Stacker Crane Modernization Order from the US Army
Contract entails refurbishing the safety and alignment systems for the stacker storage and retrieval system to OEM specifications. - April 14, 2010 - Retrotech Inc.
SW Missouri's First FAA-Approved Flight Training Device
Springfield Flight Simulator announces the areas first FAA-Approved Flight Training Device. This simulator will be installed the week of April 12th and will be available for a free Open House event most of the week. Special media times are available. - April 11, 2010 - Springfield Flight Simulator
FAA Grants Approval to Able Aerospace's Latest PMA Replacement Parts
Bell Operators Receive Welcome, Cost-Saving Maintenance Options This week, the F.A.A. granted Parts Manufacturing Approval and authorization to Able Aerospace to produce several new replacement parts for Bell rotorwing aircraft. Able, a world leader in aviation component repair development,... - April 11, 2010 - Able Engineering & Component Services, Inc.
Intelepix Indigo-I™ Receives Certificate of Networthiness by the US Army Netcom
Intelepix, LLC’s, Indigo-i™ 3D advanced geospatial technology, has received a Certificate of Networthiness (CoN) by the US Army NETCOM. Intelepix, LLC obtained a Certificate of Networthiness (CoN) through the Army. CoN is necessary for an application to run on the Army’s servers. - April 10, 2010 - Intelepix
Lubriserv Ltd Launches New High Performance, High Purity Synthetic EDM Fluid
Corsmot EDM/CH Plus has been specifically developed for the latest EDM Machine’s demanding environment. Faster Machines, shorter cycle times, tighter tolerances, environmental requirements and operator Health and Safety (dry skin/dermatitis) – all these demand a revolutionary EDM fluid - Corsmot EDM/CH Plus - April 09, 2010 - Lubriserv LTD
Dr. Chang-Hwan Choi Honored with Prestigious Young Investigator Award
Professor Chang-Hwan Choi of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology was named as a recipient of the 2010 Young Investigator Program (YIP) award by the Office of Naval Research (ONR). YIP invests in academic scientists and engineers who show exceptional promise... - April 09, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Aonix PERC Ultra Virtual Machine Passes Muster on Modernized Guided Missile Cruiser USS Bunker Hill
Atego, the leading independent supplier of industrial-grade, collaborative development tools for engineering complex, mission- and safety-critical architectures, systems, software and hardware, has announced the successful deployment of its industry-leading Aonix PERC Virtual Machine technology in support of Lockheed Martin’s (NYSE: LMT) Java language components used in the Aegis Open Architecture System during recent combat tests. - April 09, 2010 - Aonix
LiquidPiston Unveils Compact High Efficiency Engine at SAE World Congress
In a paper to be presented at the 2010 SAE World Congress, April 13-15 at the Cobo Center in Detroit Michigan, LiquidPiston, Inc. will publicly reveal for, the first time, the architecture of its High Efficiency Hybrid Cycle™ (HEHC) engine. The thermodynamic efficiency of the HEHC cycle offers a 20% to 50% improvement over the best diesel engines. In addition, the engine is ultra-compact, delivering one horsepower per pound, and operating quietly without a muffler. - April 08, 2010 - LiquidPiston, Inc.
SAFE's Partners to Provide Great Premiums During Sun-n-Fun
Several partners of the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) have stepped forward again this year to provide great premiums during the Sun-N-Fun Fly-in in Lakeland, FL. For instance: · All aviation educators are eligible to participate in the SAFE Communications Quiz. - April 08, 2010 - Society of Aviation and Flight Educators
DFW International Airport Awards Project to Balfour Beatty Construction Joint Venture
As part of a joint venture team known as BARC, Balfour Beatty Construction was selected for $900 million in preconstruction and construction services for DFW International Airport’s seven-year Terminal Development Program. - April 05, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
DSER Releases Strategic Analysis Report to the Space Industry
Conventional wisdom among many space policy experts is that sustainability arises from technology development and job creation. But a strategic analysis group suggests that subtle, unaddressed drivers are equally critical; and without including them in policy, the manned space flight industry will... - April 05, 2010 - DSER
Why U.S. Military Families Overseas Turn to The Military Concierge Company™
Established in 2008, The Military Concierge Company™ offers concierge services, unique lifestyle and entertainment guides and an innovative online referral service exclusively to U.S. military communities overseas. - March 31, 2010 - The Military Concierge Company
Dynamic Defense Materials, LLC is Awarded Contract from the Mexican Federal Police to Supply McCurdy’s Armor
Dynamic Defense Materials, developers of the patent-pending portable armored wall system, was awarded over one million dollars to deploy McCurdy's Armor. - March 31, 2010 - Dynamic Defense Materials LLC
Paine Electronics Introduces New "Smaller" Amplified Miniature S-Class Pressure Transducer
Customers asked for a smaller pressure transducer and Paine Electronics delivered. Since its release, the increased demand of Paine Electronics Miniature S-Class Transducer Series has grown at an exciting rate. Now being designed into some of the most exciting orbital projects ever, this even smaller transducer has really hit the mark. - March 31, 2010 - Emerson, Rosemount Specialty Products, LLC
Ethernet Extension Experts Announces Advent of World’s First Copper-Based Gigabit PoE+ Ethernet Extender at ISC West
New Gigabit PoE+ Ethernet Extender Drives Full-Duplex 1,000MB Ethernet and power Out to 1,700 Ft/500 M When Combined with Multiple Units. - March 29, 2010 - Ethernet Extension Experts
MEGAComfort with Its "Anti-Fatigue Matting in Your Boots" Amazes Corporate Ergonomists
Following on the "heels" of successful participation in previous Health, Safety and Ergonomic Conferences, MEGAComfort Inc. once again proved it was the booth to be at with their unique ergonomic, anti-fatigue insole and orthotic solutions. - March 26, 2010 - MEGAComfort
SAFE Deploys Its NextGEN Library, First Step in Comprehensive Mentoring Program is Now Available
The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) has expanded its online Library to include educational material contributed by SAFE members. A Library Editorial Review Committee (LERC), review guidelines, and an online submission process have been established and tested, and are now ready for... - March 26, 2010 - Society of Aviation and Flight Educators
Chairman of SAFE – Master CFI – Doug Stewart Joins IMC Clubs Board of Directors
To improve and address the need for experienced guidance - on Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010 the IMC Clubs appointed Doug Stewart, Master CFI and Chairman of the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (safepilots.org), to its Board of Directors. As a highly qualified individual Mr. Stewart will be... - March 26, 2010 - IMCClubs.org
Ethernet Extension Experts Goes ‘Big Show’ at the Big Show: Gear at Eight Booths Inside of Security Industry’s ISC West
Ethernet Extension Experts Gear at Eight Booths Inside of This Year’s Top Security Expo, ISC West. - March 25, 2010 - Ethernet Extension Experts
The Aerospace Corporation Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies
The Aerospace Corporation has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies in 2010 by the Ethisphere Institute. Out of a record number of nominations for the award, Aerospace secured a hard-earned spot on the list through outstanding business practices and initiatives that are instrumental... - March 25, 2010 - The Aerospace Corporation
New Satellite Internet Services Offered to Military Personnel in Afghanistan
TS2 Satellite Technologies company is introducing new broadband services on Eutelsat EB4 & W6 satellites to the Afghan market. These types of telecommunication products are mainly used by the companies that execute contracts in Asia, as well as by the soldiers that are stationed in Afghanistan. - March 24, 2010 - TS2 Satellite Technologies
Joint Venture Unites Long Island Technology Leadership
V.C.O.R.E. Solutions LLC, a Joint Venture between two Long Island-based technology leaders, has been formed to provide real world solutions for homeland security, emergency preparedness, and rapid response environments. Created by Balfour Technologies and Power Management Concepts (PMC), V.C.O.R.E. - March 24, 2010 - V.C.O.R.E. Solutions LLC
Contribuventure Team Takes to the Street and Pushes Pedals to Raise Money for Wounded Warriors
Combining adventure and contribution Phil Dwyer and Jake Allen are cycling to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. The “Warrior Pride Ride” will begin on May 30, 2010, and the team has created an interactive blog site so that everybody can follow along. - March 19, 2010 - Contribuenture Foundation, Inc.
C2-C4ISR Systems Constitutes Around 5% of National Defence Budgets - New Market Research Available on ASDReports.com
The considerable growth in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) applications is driving the development of powerful communications systems, high resolution electro-optic sensor subsystems, signal processing and intelligence analytics software. In... - March 19, 2010 - ASD Media BV
Global Market for Armoured Vehicles $10.3bn - New Market Research Available on ASDReports.com
Current Insurgent Threat of IEDs in Operations in Afghanistan and Iraq which has Driven the Rise of New Classes of Armoured Vehicles. - March 19, 2010 - ASD Media BV
Taber Extrusions Releases Key Information on Marine Aluminum Extrusions and Other Military Applications
The 5000 series outperforms the 6000 series alloy, providing improved performance in marine and other military applications. - March 19, 2010 - Taber Extrusions
Airport Analytics Powered by QlikView, Allows Cork Airport to Win New Business – Aviation Analytics Customer Success Story
Aviation Analytics customer success story about Cork Airport winning new business thanks to its use of the Airport Analytics product powered by QlikView. - March 18, 2010 - Aviation Analytics Limited
InfraGard National Members Alliance Announces the Formation of National Board of Advisors
Chair of The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA), Dr.Kathleen Kiernan, Chair of The Board of Advisors, Don Gilberg, and INMA President, Dyann Bradbury, have announced the formation of The INMA Board of Advisors. The BOA will meet on March 23 in Washington DC as part of the InfraGard National... - March 16, 2010 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
Protokraft Introduces Neptune Series M28876 Ethernet Optical Media Converters
Protokraft today announced the availability of its Neptune Series of Fast or Gigabit M28876 Ethernet media converter solutions that improve optical network performance and reliability in harsh environment applications. - March 14, 2010 - Protokraft, LLC
Officer Martice Berry of EEP Announces Extended Services for VIP’s, Celebrities, and Executives
Elite Executive Protection announced to that the company is extending their services to include providing corporate executives, celebrities and VIPs with a full range of top-level protection services. - March 14, 2010 - Elite Executive Protection & Transportation
IMCClubs.org Honors Joe’s Legacy
As the aviation community mourns the loss of renowned flight instructor Joseph W. Benkert, the IMCClubs.org has honored Joe’s legacy by initiating a petition to rename Norwood Airport to the “Joseph W. Benkert Memorial Airport.” - March 13, 2010 - IMCClubs.org
The Aerospace Corporation Celebrates 50 Years of Leadership in Space
On June 4, 2010, The Aerospace Corporation will officially celebrate its 50th anniversary as America’s expert in national security space. - March 13, 2010 - The Aerospace Corporation
Spanish 4 Emergencies Hopes to Save Lives with New Spanish Language Training Courses for Law Enforcement
Spanish 4 Emergencies is releasing its new line of Spanish language training certificate courses for law enforcement. The courses are geared toward beginners, and teach all aspects of the Spanish language. Several areas of law enforcement Spanish are taught as well, including traffic accidents, suspect descriptions and other emergencies. A prestigious certificate is given to all students completing the course with a passing grade. - March 10, 2010 - Spanish 4 Emergencies
Get Code of Practice Compliance Solutions from Capital Safety
“Capital Safety’s products and services were designed to anticipate many of the concerns addressed in Singapore’s New Code of Practice for Working Safely at Height”, said CSG Asia’s Managing Director, Brad Gates. - March 08, 2010 - Capital Safety Group Asia Pte Ltd
Capital Safety Group Introduces a New Strap That Prevents Suspension Trauma After Falls
All of Capital Safety’s fall protection and rescue systems are backed by the best training, technical assistance, and customer service in the industry. - March 05, 2010 - Capital Safety Group Asia Pte Ltd
World Debut of New Ammunition from Less Lethal Africa
Less Lethal Africa is pleased to announce 2 world firsts. A unique all-plastic 12 gauge shotshell case and the only pepper bullet in the world. - March 05, 2010 - less lethal africa
The Creator of the “East Coast IFR Experience” Visiting IMCClub Norwood
IMC Clubs is proud to announce a guest speaker at IMC Clubs Norwood meeting on Tuesday March 9, 2010 - Doug Stewart. Doug is known nationally for his Single Pilot IFR presentation. In this seminar, Doug Stewart, the creator of the "East Coast IFR Experience" will discuss the challenges... - March 05, 2010 - IMCClubs.org
SAFE Embarks on Bold Membership Drive
The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) has initiated an incentives-based membership drive where SAFE members themselves are being tasked with recruiting new members. The goal of the Member-Get-a-Member campaign – dubbed The GaMe Plan™ – is to add 500 new members to... - March 05, 2010 - Society of Aviation and Flight Educators
Rotorcraft Professional Media Network Coverage of 2010 HAI Heli-Expo
For an update and review of the events, happenings & headline grabbers from last week's HAI Heli-Expo go to www.rotorcraftpro.com - March 05, 2010 - Rotorcraft Professional Media Network
CBRN Defence Market Worth $7.9bn - New Report Released on ASDReports.com
Visiongain report assesses that the global CBRN defence market was worth a total of $7.9bn in 2009. Visiongain expects to continue to see significant sales growth in the global marketplace. - March 04, 2010 - ASD Media BV
ATC Global: New In-House Developments by DFS
At ATC Global, stand H 208, the German air navigation service provider DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH will be showing several of its new developments and solutions for the air traffic services community. - March 04, 2010 - DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH
Security Inventions Announces New, Free, Cost-Effective Ways to Enhance Security for Correctional and Mental Health Institutions
Security Inventions announced they will now include weekly, cost-effective insights to innovative methods at improving safety and security of correctional and mental health facilities. - March 03, 2010 - Security Inventions