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.
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 - Aeroprobe Corporation
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
Aerial Products Corporation Chooses Renasis SAP36g High Powered Access Point for Mission-Critical Solutions
Robust radio provides affordable, reliable high speed wireless internet and network connections. - January 22, 2009 - Renasis, LLC
Intercept Technology Packaging from Liberty Packaging Co., Inc., Protects Inventories and Equipment in the Down Times
Due to recent economic uncertainty, hard decisions are being made by many manufacturing companies to terminate plants and lines due to inactivity or to consolidate operations. Construction companies find their inactive equipment rusting in yards. In these cases, whether the inactive equipment, inventory, and machines are being transported or put into storage, Liberty Packaging's Intercept Technology™ packaging can protect them. - January 21, 2009 - Liberty Packaging Co., Inc.
Free Specification Analysis Tool (SAT) Software Contains Link to New Book Sustainable Development Possible with Creative System Engineering
In a significant commitment to Sustainable Development CassBeth has made its Specification Analysis Tool (SAT) software available for free as part of a move to spread the word about a new book Sustainable Development Possible with Creative System Engineering. In the free version of the software the... - January 13, 2009 - CassBeth
Engineered Software, Inc. Names New COO and VP of Engineering
Engineered Software has taken another prodigious leap forward by appointing new leadership and naming Michael Blondin as the new chief operating officer, and Christy Bermensolo as the new vice president of engineering. Former Vice President of Engineering, Ray Hardee, P.E., will now be operating solely as the chief executive officer for Engineered Software. Both moves are effective immediately. - January 07, 2009 - Engineered Software, Inc.
A2 Technologies Announces Patent License Agreement with the Boeing Company
A2 Technologies today announced they have entered into a patent license with the Boeing Company allowing the use of Boeing patents in association with the development, manufacture and sale of A2 Technologies’ FTIR Spectrometers. The license will permit A2 Technologies to utilize the patents... - January 07, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Region’s Premiere Conference on Airport Security Set to be Held in Dubai
Dubai to host the ‘Airport Security Middle East 2009 Summit’ from 22-25 February. This summit will discuss the latest security issues faced by airports in the region in the face of massive expansion and heightened threats. - January 04, 2009 - IQPC Middle East
IndieFlix Premieres Red Carpet Screening Series at ACT Theatre January 6-7, 2009
Guerrilla journalist and award winning filmmaker, Mike Shiley will speak and screen his film Inside Iraq: The Untold Stories as part of the IndieFlix Red Carpet Screening Series at ACT Theater January 6th and 7th. After the screening, Shiley will present a solution to the war in Iraq. - December 30, 2008 - IndieFlix Inc.
Jeppesen and Civil Aviation University of China Partner to Meet High Demand for New Pilots
Jeppesen has entered into an agreement with the Civil Aviation University of China (CAUC) to develop and deliver standardized ab initio pilot training courses that are approved by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC). China continues to experience high demand for qualified airline... - December 20, 2008 - Jeppesen
FUTEK Introduces S-Beam Load Cell with USB Option
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. is pleased to present its LSB350 with a brand new USB Digital Interface. This improvement offers a USB type solution for Strain Gage Based Load Cells. FUTEK’s USB Sensor Solution provides an easy “Plug & Play” with basic software making the System Integration even simpler. - December 16, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Meet the New California Rifle and Pistol Association
Founded way back in 1875, the California Rifle and Pistol Association (CRPA) is an organization of sportsmen dedicated to the preservation of our American heritage. In this age of constant political attacks on the rights of law-abiding citizens to own and use firearms for legitimate purposes, the... - December 11, 2008 - California Rifle and Pistol Association
Poetry Collection by Attorney, Iraq Veteran, and Former State Senate Candidate Andrew Borene
Attorney, Iraq War Veteran, and Former State Senate Candidate Andrew Borene Publishes First Poetry Book, "Blood, Sweat & Fury." Andrew Borene’s first collection of poetry, published by iUniverse, Inc. will be officially released on January 1st, 2009. - December 10, 2008 - Andrew M. Borene
FAA Certifies Alakai Technologies’ Wireless Broadband Unit on Cirrus Aircraft -- Enables Affordable FOQA Reporting and Safety Improvements for General Aviation
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an amended Supplemental Type Certificate for installation of Alakai Technologies’ wireless Broadband Units on Cirrus SR20 and SR22 aircraft. The certification allows Alakai’s Broadband Units to be permanently installed on Cirrus aircraft, where they are used to upload flight data and embedded Flight Operational Quality Assurance (FOQA) results via secure Internet connections at the conclusion of every flight. - December 10, 2008 - Alakai Technologies Corporation
Introduces Intrinsically Safe Pressure Sensor
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. is pleased to present the intrinsically safe PMP500 Pressure Sensor. Multiple intrinsically safe approvals include FM, ATEX, CE conformity and CSA to help support international shipments of OEM equipment designed with these transmitters. These four approvals also provide global recognition and acceptance of the intrinsically safe ratings. - December 09, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Sandel Avionics Wins Patent Infringement Case Against Honeywell International
Sandel Avionics had its third and final win in its appearance in Delaware Federal Court, responding to allegations of patent infringement by Honeywell International concerning aircraft terrain warning systems. The weeklong trial concluded December 5, 2008 when a jury ruled in favor of... - December 09, 2008 - Sandel Avionics Inc.
“The Economic Report” Show to Feature Palladian International, LLC
The producers of The Economic Report are pleased to announce that Palladian International, LLC, will be featured in an upcoming episode on “Finding the Best Talent for Your Organization,” as part of the show’s “Report on Business” series. An executive search firm... - December 08, 2008 - Palladian International, LLC