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.
New Wilcox Mount for Aimpoint Comp M Optics
Wilcox Industries, leader in the design and manufacture of tactical equipment, has developed a lightweight, yet strong Aimpoint Comp-M Mount that securely attaches the Aimpoint Comp-M sight to any weapon with a standard Picatinny rail and positions it to line up with night vision and thermal optics. - May 07, 2009 - Wilcox Industries Corp.
Kevin Wilson Receives Award from Locksmith Association
Kevin Wilson, a Certified Master Locksmith in Lilburn, GA. receives the Life Member award from the South Carolina Locksmith Association on April 25, 2009, in Columbia, SC. - May 04, 2009 - Kevin Wilson Master Locksmith
Michigan Civil Air Patrol Squadron Conducts Leadership School
Local men complete Civil Air Patrol’s Squadron Leadership School. Four Grand Rapids area men were among 16 Civil Air Patrol members who recently completed a two day Squadron Leadership School in Muskegon. 1st Lt David Hast of Alto, 2d Lt Kevin Jarchow of Hudsonville, Senior Member Greg... - May 02, 2009 - Grand Rapids Senior Squadron Civil Air Patrol
PA&E Joins Leading Avionics Suppliers, Manufactures at Avionics USA Expo
Highlighting hermetic connector, EMI filter and electronic packaging technology. - April 29, 2009 - Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PA&E)
Reelcraft Offers New Exhaust Reel
Reelcraft Industries now offers a new type of exhaust reel that is designed for use in maintenance facilities that service ground support vehicles. The new Series V exhaust reels conveniently store lengths of large diameter exhaust hose. Designed to divert hazardous carbon monoxide gasses, these... - April 28, 2009 - Reelcraft Industries, Inc.
STET Homeland Security Services Attains ISO 2001:2008 Certification
STET Homeland Security Services Pte Ltd (STET HLS) is now ISO 9001:2008 certified. This important milestone is testament to STET HLS’ commitment to quality excellence that is consistent in meeting and exceeding the clients’ requirements. During the rigorous certification audit, staff... - April 28, 2009 - STET Homeland Security Services Pte Ltd
Air Technology Engines Inc. is Certified as a Top 20 % Performer
Air Technology Engines, Inc. is honored to announce they have been nationally recognized for superior customer service. The Florida based company was recently certified as a Top 20 Percent Performer by Open Ratings, a leading provider of software, services and information for proactive supply... - April 22, 2009 - Air Technology Group
Air Technology Group to Attend Army Aviation Association of America Annual Convention in Nashville
Air Technology Engines Inc. repairs and overhauls gas turbine engines, provides engine maintenance and engine conversions, along with tooling and technical support for engines used primarily in military, firefighter, civilian and law enforcement helicopters. Air Technology Engines, Inc. is an FAA and JAA Certified Repair Station. - April 18, 2009 - Air Technology Group
AAE Systems, Inc. Commemorates 25th Anniversary with Release of the Lightweight Mobile Communications Trailer
This year, AAE Systems, Inc. reaches a major milestone as it celebrates 25 years of innovation in delivering comprehensive satellite-based communications solutions to its international, multi-industry customer base. To commemorate its silver anniversary, it will release its lightweight mobile... - April 15, 2009 - AAE Systems, Inc.
Geosemble Secures Strategic Investment from In-Q-Tel
Through a strategic partnership with In-Q-Tel, the independent strategic investment firm that identifies innovative technology solutions to support the mission of the CIA and the broader U.S. Intelligence Community, Geosemble will expand the development of its patented geospatial data integration and layering technology for both the government and commercial markets. - April 14, 2009 - Geosemble Technologies
Performance Flight Opens Its Doors to the Public
On Saturday, April 11 from 10am-3pm, Performance Flight will host an Open House, welcoming anyone interested in learning to fly, purchasing an aircraft, or booking charter services. On display will be the newest from Cirrus Aircraft, Piper, Socata, and Avidyne. There will also be displays from... - April 08, 2009 - Performance Flight
Saudi Arabian Police Forces Award Mobile CCTV Licence to Nurizon Corporation
Saudi Arabian Police Forces Award Kingdom-wide in Vehicle CCTV Licence to Nurizon Public Safety and Homeland Security solutions provider Nurizon Corporation have recently been awarded a licence of approval for their in vehicle mobile video recording and CCTV systems for the Saudi Arabian Security... - April 08, 2009 - Nurizon Corporation
Yuri's Night 2009 Kicks Off Worldwide
April 4th, 2009 marks the official beginning of Yuri's Night 2009, a weeklong celebration of humanity's presence in space named after spaceflight pioneer Yuri Gagarin. As of April 3rd, over 170 parties in 41 countries had been registered to occur between April 4th and April 12th. Events being held... - April 05, 2009 - Yuri's Night
Advanced Test Equipment Lab Technicians Receive ASQ Certification
Three of Advanced Test Equipment’s lab technicians have achieved Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) status from ASQ (American Society for Quality). This certification recognizes that each of their lab technicians have reached a significant level of professional recognition, indicating a... - April 04, 2009 - Advanced Test Equipment Rentals
Private Jet Charter Company Planemasters Adds Two New Aircrafts to Its Fleet
Planemasters, a Chicago private jet charter company, recently added a King Air 350 and Citation Ultra aircraft to its versatile fleet. - April 02, 2009 - Planemasters, Ltd.
French & Canadian Armed Forces Join International Conference on Advancing Tactical Communication Capabilities
Major Ian Graham of the Canadian Armed Forces and Colonel Jean-Marc Vesco of the French Army have become the latest national representatives to join an international meeting of armed forces taking place on the 18th-19th May in London. They join representatives from nine other countries at a... - April 02, 2009 - IQPC
CT Core Technologies Introduces Its No Capital Budget Program
In a time of uncertainty, Core Technologies has taken its current and potential customer feedback seriously. The USA is seeing a drop in production to just over 10 million units (source: Automotive Design and Production), equal to a decline of 42%. CT has implemented a No Capital Budget program. - April 01, 2009 - CT Core Technologies
Advanced Test Equipment Proud to Help Companies Save Some Green
As corporations begin to further tighten the reins on their baseline expenses, free up much needed capital and helps eliminate the “hidden” costs associated with purchases. - March 19, 2009 - Advanced Test Equipment Rentals
Cassbeth Paper on Automated Specification Analysis Accepted to INCOSE Spring 2009 Conference
Cassbeth paper on Automated Specification Analysis accepted to INCOSE Spring 2009 Conference. The paper is based on the Specification Analysis Tool (SAT) Software that helps users write and analyze specification text. It provides a brief history of the problem and describes SAT operations. The... - March 16, 2009 - CassBeth
AV-BASE Systems Boasts WinAir Web Reliability Module is Key in Safety Management Systems (SMS)
AV-BASE Systems, a leader in Aviation Management Software has been developing and supporting structurally integrated, cost-efficient maintenance and inventory control systems for over twenty years. AV-BASE Systems is pleased to announce the release of the WinAir Web Reliability Module. This module... - March 14, 2009 - AVBase Systems Inc.
Unique Broadband Systems Ltd. Contributes to Successful DVB-SH Live Mobile TV Demonstrations During the Mobile World Congress
Unique Broadband Systems Ltd (UBS), a world leader in the development of COFDMtechnology and applications, played a key role in the successful deployment of a pilot network utilizing Digital Video Broadcasting equipment based on the new DVB-SH standard. The Live Mobile TV demonstrations carried out... - March 12, 2009 - Unique Broadband Systems Ltd.
DRIFIRE Showcases ANSI-Certified High Vis Shirts with Flame Resistance for Flash Fire Protection
Performance garment provider DRIFIRE will highlight its ANSI-certified High Vis Shirts which include built-in flame resistance (FR), anti-static high-tech carbon fibers, and antibacterial qualities. - March 10, 2009 - Drifire
Cassbeth Releases a New Version of the Specification Analysis Tool (SAT) Because of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
Cassbeth releases a new version of the Specification Analysis Tool (SAT). This release introduces a new feature that allows a user to mine requirement objects bound by various categories in their specifications. This new feature is a direct result of using the related product General Document... - March 09, 2009 - CassBeth
Lean ERP Solution Now Available
eBECS has developed Lean functionality to specifically address the needs of A & D manufacturing organizations. If you are on a Lean Journey and are in the market for a new ERP/business solution, you may be interested in reading the following. - March 06, 2009 - eBECS
HomelandDefenseStocks Reports WDT Signs Partnership Agreement with Abu Dhabi’s International Golden Group, Initial Value in Excess of $100 Million USD
WhisprWave® Floating Security Barrier Solutions (FSB’s) Deployed for the Protection of Critical Maritime Infrastructure in UAE. - March 04, 2009 - InvestorIdeas.com
Nation’s Top Universities to Compete in National Security Innovation Competition
Top universities in the country to compete in innovation competition that will bring new technology to the U.S. to aid in homeland security. - March 03, 2009 - Colorado Homeland Defense Alliance
The AAE Advantage: Engineering Consulting, One-on-One
AAE has launched a new service, the AAE Advantage, where clients can bring their work in to AAE’s office to be evaluated and given any potential solutions that their experienced team may come up with. - February 27, 2009 - American Aerospace Engineering LLC
Fusion RTP/RTCP Deployed by Saab: IP-Based Communications Feature Fusion Networking Protocols
Saab, a global provider of communication systems for both military and civilian markets, employs Unicoi Systems’ Fusion RTP/RTCP in products to support audio/video communication over IP for a variety of applications. - February 26, 2009 - Unicoi Systems, Inc.
Bombardier Selects HyperSizer for Design and Analysis of All-Composite Learjet 85
Learjet selects HyperSizer® as the structural desing and analysis software of their newly launched, all-composite Learjet 85 jet. - February 25, 2009 - HyperSizer Structural Sizing Software
Graphical Meteorological Display System: Enhancing Planning Reliability and Capacity in Airspace
A new meteorological data display system assists controllers in assessing weather conditions more accurately. Up-to-date meteorological information about lightning and precipitation is displayed on a screen, showing sector boundaries, aerodromes and navigational aids. This makes it easy to locate... - February 21, 2009 - DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH
The Offshore Group to Host Aerospace Manufacturing in Mexico Conference in Guaymas, Sonora
Guaymas, Mexico aerospace industry cluster to be examined at international manufacturing event. - February 20, 2009 - The Offshore Group
Hannay Reels to Exhibit at Aviation Industry Expo 2009
Hannay Reels will exhibit a variety of hose and cable reels for the aviation industry at the Aviation Industry Expo, March 10-12, 2009. - February 20, 2009 - Hannay Reels
Shaping the Future of Naval Aircraft with Northrop Grumman
Schultz-Creehan awarded contract with global security and technology leader to develop aircraft landing pads. - February 20, 2009 - Schultz-Creehan Holdings, Inc.
A2 Technologies Receives Research Contract from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
A2 Technologies announces today that it has received a three year research contract from the Federal Aviation Administration to study the effectiveness of Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) for determining damage to composite materials used in civilian aircraft applications. The... - February 19, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Erudite Acquires SALCsecure, LLC - Leader in Supply Chain Security Software
Erudite Inc., an emerging leader in cargo security technology, today announces the acquisition of SALCsecure LLC, an acknowledged leader in providing intelligent software solution for supply chain security and counter-terrorism. “The addition of SALCsecure’s software expertise to the... - February 18, 2009 - Erudite Inc
US Army Awards Next Generation Simulation & Training Omnibus Contract to CESI
PEO STRI Awards STOC II contract, both Full & Open and Small Business Lots, to Cole Engineering Services, Inc. - February 14, 2009 - Cole Engineering Services, Inc.
CRL Sweden Releases microC-Core; OEM Mesh Drivers for Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN)
CRL Sweden, specialist of Mesh Software for Wireless Networks, is releasing μC-CORE, a new OEM/ODM Mesh driver for high demanding applications in Wireless Sensor Networks and embedded radio systems requiring performance and robustness. μC-CORE can be seen at the CeBIT fair first week of March where CRL Sweden will attend. - February 12, 2009 - Communication Research Labs Sweden AB
Ski Magazine Interviews Jet Advisors President
Ski Magazine Interviews Jet Advisors President about Private Jet Popularity. Kevin O’Leary was quoted in publication’s September 2008 article detailing perks and costs associated with flying by private jet. Jet Advisor President Kevin O’Leary was asked his thoughts on a rather... - February 12, 2009 - Jet Advisors
Planet Technologies Names Department of Energy’s Former Deputy Assistant Secretary for National Security as Director of Business Solutions
Planet Technologies, an award-winning technology consulting firm headquartered in Germantown, Maryland, announced today that Christopher “Rocky” Campione joined the company as their Director of Business Solutions. In this role, Campione will be leveraging his vast experience in cyber... - February 10, 2009 - Planet Technologies
AOG Group Adds New Aircraft Services and Insurance Divisions
The AOG Group is comprised of the following companies: AOG Aviation Spares, Inc. is an FAA repair station focused on providing component repair and overhaul services to the domestic and international aerospace industry. AOG specializes in many types of aircraft accessories. Customers include many... - February 07, 2009 - aog aviation group
QuEST Global Participates in Aero India 2009
QuEST Global, a leading provider of outsourced engineering services and manufacturing, will be participating in Aero India 2009 which will be held in Bangalore at the Air Force Station, Yelahanka from 11th to 15th February 2009. QuEST will be located at Hall H, booth no. 22. QuEST Global will... - February 07, 2009 - QuEST Global
Yuri's Night Team Launches Space Raffle
The executive council for Yuri's Night, The World Space Party, is pleased to announce the launch of a new fund-raising campaign at SpaceRaffle.net, the world's first long term raffle campaign supporting a space cause. Starting with a raffle of up to $500 in travel / accommodation funds for the... - February 03, 2009 - Yuri's Night
RNCOS Releases a New Report - Aerospace Industry Forecast to 2013
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, "Aerospace Industry Forecast to 2013" to its report gallery. The new report gives an extensive and objective analysis on the global aerospace market. - February 01, 2009 - RNCOS
WEXCO Upgrades Wire EDM Capabilities for Faster More Efficient Production
Wexco announces upgrades on their AGIECUT 350 HSS wire EDM equipment to reduce set up cost and maximize throughput capacity. Wexco’s wire machine is one of a few comparable in size that are located in North America. It gives Wexco a unique and versatile cutting ability on parts such as grooved ID geometries, twin bore extruder barrels and other large complex parts. - January 31, 2009 - Wexco Corporation
Satellite Broadband VSAT Internet for US Troops
TS2 Satellite Technologies' network in Iraq and Afghanistan has over 15 thousand military users of local broadband satellite connections. - January 30, 2009 - TS2 Satellite Technologies
Sital Announces the Release of Its 2nd Generation Mil-Std-1553 Bus Tester
Sital Technology, the world leader in Mil-Std-1553 IP cores and products, is expanding its products base with the release of the 2nd generation of its Mil-Std-1553 bus tester - MultiComBox™. The MultiComBox™ unit provides two dual-redundant 1553 channels, as well as four (4) serial... - January 30, 2009 - Sital Technology
WinAir Essentials - Aircraft Maintenance and Inventory Tracking Solution
"While simple in design, WinAir Essentials is a powerful system that provides all of the data management that a growing maintenance department needs to stay in compliance with government regulations, report on maintenance costs, and track and inventory." - January 29, 2009 - AVBase Systems Inc.
Special Theme to Break the Ice at MAST 2009
Starting at this year's annual global conference and trade-show in Stockholm, Sweden, MAST will host - in addition to its established topics - a Special Topic that spotlights a key issue to its host country/region. - January 29, 2009 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
USA to Host First Ever Global Maritime Security and Defence Conference and Trade-Show
The established event series MAST (Maritime Systems & Technology) will take place for the first time on US soil next year. - January 29, 2009 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
Offshore Group Client Company Expands on Both Sides of the Border
Horst Engineering bolsters its operations in anticipation of increased demand for its services. - January 25, 2009 - The Offshore Group