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.
Military Health Management 2009
Providing the Highest Quality of Military Healthcare Through Collaboration and Interoperability. - November 08, 2008 - WorldWide Business Research
Aeronautical Engineer R. C. Winn Contributes to Industry Newsletter
Robert C. Winn, Ph.D., P.E., Principal Engineer at Engineering Systems Inc. (ESI), recently wrote an article, “Aircraft Icing for Dummies,” for the fall edition of Skywritings, a newsletter published by the Defense Research Institute (DRI) Aerospace Law Committee. The article describes conditions under which icing can be expected to occur, gives examples, explains some of the possible effects of ice on an airplane, and discusses a few examples of accidents with icing as a factor. - November 05, 2008 - Engineering Systems Inc.
Helicopter Services, Inc. Boosts Enrollment with Direct Response Radio Advertising Services from Radio Lounge
When Helicopter Services, Inc. wanted to land new recruits for it's helicopter pilot training programs, it turned to the power of direct response radio advertising and the experts at Radio Lounge. Even after two hurricanes, the Blades Rock radio campaign helped lift recruiting efforts sky high. - November 03, 2008 - Radio Lounge - A Direct Response Radio Advertising Agency
Quantum3D Announces Northrop Grumman’s Upgrade of B-2 Stealth Bomber Simulator
Q3D’s Independence 3500 Replaces Legacy Independence 2500 Image Generator. - November 03, 2008 - Quantum3D, Inc.
Avidyne to Present on Big-Glass Flight Decks and Weather Systems for GA Aircraft at AOPA Expo 2008
Avidyne Corporation, a leading provider of integrated flight deck and safety systems for general aviation aircraft, today announced that Tom Harper, director of marketing, is presenting at AOPA Expo 2008 in San Jose, Calif. Harper will discuss the major trends in general aviation, including... - November 01, 2008 - Avidyne Corporation
PA&E Offers Aluminum Silicon Carbide Option for Titanium Composite Electronic Packages
AlSiC Heat Sinks Offer Reduced Weight and Improved Thermal Conductivity. - October 31, 2008 - Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PA&E)
Air Technology Group to Attend Helishow in Dubai
Mike Turner, President and CEO of the Air Technology Group said, “We look forward to returning to the Dubai Helishow for our third time. It is always a great opportunity for us to meet clients, prospective clients and explain the many benefits our company has to offer the industry.” - October 30, 2008 - Air Technology Group
Peak Beam Systems, Inc. Lights Up U.S.-Mexico Border
Computer-Controlled Maxa Beam Searchlights Provide Powerful Illumination for U.S. Border Patrol. - October 29, 2008 - Peak Beam Systems, Inc.
Air Technology Engines Announces New Capabilities
Mike Turner, President and CEO of the Air Technology Engines said, “We are very excited to have these newly expanded services. We work for the customer and are always looking to expand our capabilities to provide new solutions." - October 23, 2008 - Air Technology Group
Avidyne Names Leslie Fischer to Western United States Regional Sales Post
Avidyne Corporation, a leading provider of integrated flight deck and safety systems for general aviation aircraft, announced the appointment of Leslie Fischer to the position of Regional Sales Manager for the Western Region of the United States. A 2004 graduate of Embry Riddle Aeronautical... - October 22, 2008 - Avidyne Corporation
Avidyne Selects Jeremy Cunningham for Northeast United States Regional Sales Post
Avidyne Corporation, a leading provider of integrated flight deck and safety systems for general aviation aircraft, selected Jeremy Cunningham to be its Regional Sales Manager for the Northeastern United States. A veteran of the United States Navy, he served as an Aviation Electronics Technician,... - October 22, 2008 - Avidyne Corporation
FUTEK Offers Load Cell with USB Output
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. is pleased to present its LSB200 S-Beam Jr. Load Cell with a brand new USB Digital Interface with 16 bits resolution. With this improvement, FUTEK has once again shown its innovation by becoming one of the first Sensor manufacturers to offer a USB type... - October 21, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Armor Systems International Appoints Mr. Vivek "Bobby" Khullar to Serve as Senior Finance Advisor
October 1st, 2008, Lex McMahon, President of Armor Systems International (ASI) appoints Mr. Vivek “Bobby” Khullar to serve as Senior Finance Advisor. Vivek “Bobby” Khullar is a rising star in the business world and premiere finance executive who possesses a broad based... - October 09, 2008 - Armor Systems International
Tech Coast Angels Closes Series A Financing for AgileNano -- Funds Will Support R&D and Commercial Development for Nanotechnology-Based Energy Absorbing Material
San Diego Tech Coast Angels announced that the group has funded a Series A round for AgileNano, a San Diego-based company developing proprietary technologies to minimize military injuries such as traumatic brain injury (TBI) resulting from explosions, and to increase comfort and protection of sporting equipment such as shoes and helmets. - October 08, 2008 - Tech Coast Angels San Diego
Avidyne Partners with WSI for Worldwide Datalink Weather
Avidyne’s new MLX770 delivers WSI’s industry-leading weather data via the global Iridium satellite network. - October 06, 2008 - Avidyne Corporation
Avidyne MLX770 Satellite Datalink Receiver Gains Iridium Certification
Iridium approval paves the way for activation of Avidyne’s worldwide datalink weather service. - October 05, 2008 - Avidyne Corporation
Air Force Awards First CPP Contract to ITCN, Inc.
New Commercialization Pilot Program (CPP) Allows ITCN to Develop a Field Deployable, Embedded System Network Analyzer. - October 04, 2008 - ITCN, Inc.
“GH2” Hydrogen Collection Bladders
While the world re-visits Hydrogen as a viable alternative fuel, the issues of safety and economy remain. - October 03, 2008 - Aero Tec Laboratories, Inc.
Shield Security Systems Announces Illinois Registration Franchises Now Available
Shield Security Systems expands their franchise program into Illinois. - October 02, 2008 - SHIELD Security Systems
EOS Remediation Secures Patent Rights for Vadose Zone Remediation by Physical and Biological Means
EOS Remediation, LLC, a developer and manufacturer of advanced technologies for groundwater restoration, and Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC announced that they have signed an Exclusive Patent License Agreement. This royalty-based agreement grants EOS Remediation an exclusive world-wide... - October 02, 2008 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Schultz-Creehan LLC Featured in Premiere Issue of MICROmanufacturing Magazine
Magazine showcases a pioneer in micro-manufacturing components using high performance materials. - October 01, 2008 - Schultz-Creehan Holdings, Inc.
Har-Conn Chrome Company Announces Two Executive Promotions
President Tim Backus continues his journey with 20 years of operational and hands on experience and assumes CEO role of both the West Hartford and Ft. Worth companies. Jonathan Kautz is promoted to President, Har-Conn, Ft. Worth, TX. - October 01, 2008 - Har-Conn Chrome Company
ATG Wins $8M Navy Contract
Measurement-science company wins Navy work. - September 28, 2008 - Assurance Technology Group, LLC
Offshore Group Client Company Receives NADCAP Certification
CRS Aerospace sets up a one stop shop for secondary processes in Empalme, Sonora, Mexico. - September 26, 2008 - The Offshore Group
VESTAKEEP® PEEK Resin Now Available from Professional Plastics
Professional Plastics has been named the exclusive distributor of VESTAKEEP® PEEK resins. VESTAKEEP® PEEK is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic that can be melt processed by Injection Molding, Compression Molding, and Extrusion. - September 24, 2008 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
Now Over 100 Pump Catalogs Available for Download with PIPE-FLO® Software
Today Engineered Software and PUMP-FLO Solutions announced its list of downloadable pump eCatalogs now exceeds 100, more than any other software selection tool available. The latest additions including AMPCO Pumps, Blagdon Pump, Cornell Pumps, Forum SPD, Q-Pumps, and Thrush Pumps. - September 24, 2008 - Engineered Software, Inc.
Intertek Offers Free Webinar Explaining Updates on Quality Management Requirements in the Aerospace Industry
New and changed standards can directly impact third-party audits. - September 22, 2008 - Intertek
LifeSpan Receives NAID Certification for Computer Hard Drive Sanitization
LifeSpan Technology Recycling is among the first four companies to successfully complete the new security certification program for organizations that provide computer hard drive sanitization services. - September 19, 2008 - LifeSpan
Redbird and Xwind Move Flight Training in a Whole New Direction
Redbird Flight Simulations, Inc. and Xwind, LLC join forces to bring affordable motion technologies to the flight training industry. - September 18, 2008 - Redbird Flight Simulations, Inc.
Iona Moon Launches 8(a) Seaport-e Proposal Services
Navy Opens Seaport-e to 8(a)s. Proposal Services Firm Ramps Up. - September 18, 2008 - Iona Moon
BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc. to Conduct Sale-Leaseback with China Airlines
Chicago-based BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc. (“BCI”) has signed a letter of intent for a sale and leaseback transaction with China Airlines. - September 15, 2008 - BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc.
Inter Airport India 2008: DFS Presents Its Solutions in India
The German air navigation service provider DFS will, for the first time, present its consulting services, training and own proven solutions in India at the Inter Airport exhibition from 11 to 13 September. - September 11, 2008 - DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH
Former FTC Commissioner and Distinguished Marine Orson Swindle to Headline NH Veteran Remembrance Ceremonies on September 11th
100 Nights of Remembrance Closing Ceremonies draws high-profile Washington policy maker and former POW as keynote speaker. - September 09, 2008 - One Hundred Nights of Remembrance
AutoCrib's New Compact RoboCrib 500 Delivers Total Security and Control for MRO, Tools, Fasteners and Supplies for Under $15,000
AutoCrib, Inc. introduces the latest version of its popular RoboCrib carousel tool dispensing system. The new RoboCrib 500 will provide distributors and users with the power of RoboCrib in a compact and mobile machine. The RoboCrib 500 offers high-security issue and return of a variety of items, including tools, fasteners, welding supplies, MRO, gloves and PPE supplies. - September 09, 2008 - AutoCrib, Inc.
BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc. Completes Refinancing of Two A340-300’s on Lease to Air Namibia
Chicago-based BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc. (“BCI”) today announced that it has completed the refinancing of two Airbus A340-300 commercial aircraft that are on lease to Air Namibia. - September 08, 2008 - BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc.
BusinesSuites Expands Its Footprint in Virginia
New executive suite location in Stafford County aims to reduce commute times for local professionals and entrepreneurs. - September 03, 2008 - BusinesSuites
High Flying Help: New Netherlands Flight Attendant School, Swan Heights, Teaches Service with a Smile to the Rich and Famous
In October of this year, Dutch entrepreneurs André Seijbel (seebel) and Heidi Smale (smile), will start a new school for flight attendants who work on private jets. This makes their company, Swan Heights, the first institute to offer worldwide, quality service in the airplane personnel market. - September 03, 2008 - Swan Heights
TestEquity Earns Raytheon SAS Supplier Excellence Award
TestEquity LLC has been awarded the prestigious Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems Supplier Excellence Award for outstanding performance in providing test and measurement rental services. - September 03, 2008 - TestEquity LLC
IP Video Systems’ Latest Product V2D XP-200 Offers Real-Time Streaming of Ultra HD 2560 X 1600 High-Resolution Video and Graphics for TeleCollaboration Over IP Networks
IP Video Systems Inc., the leader in real-time high definition video and graphics streaming and collaboration, announced shipment of its latest product - the V2D XP-200 to a major defense customer. - September 03, 2008 - IP Video Systems, Inc.
Canyonwest Cases is “Rolling” with SKB’s New 20” Shock-Rack Case
Responding to customer demand for additional rolling Shock-Rack cases, SKB™ has just introduced the 4 Unit Rolling Shock Rack case (3SKB-R04U20W). And Canyonwest Cases (www.CanyonwestCases.com) is making them available to companies needing to safeguard their electronic equipment against... - August 30, 2008 - Canyonwest Cases L.L.C.
Tradewind Aviation Introduces Premium Scheduled Service from White Plains, New York to Martha’s Vineyard
Tradewind Aviation, the market leader in luxury air service to Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket and St. Barth is pleased to announce premium scheduled service from White Plains airport in New York to Martha’s Vineyard. - August 29, 2008 - Tradewind Aviation
Optimum Optical Systems, Inc. Receives a Follow-On Contract
Optimum Optical Systems announces today that it has received a new contract for the Infrared Mast Mounted Sight (MMS) Dual Field of View Lens Assembly on the U. S. Army's OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopters for a total of $3.2 million. Roy Hacker made this announcement today. Installed above the... - August 29, 2008 - Optimum Optical Systems, Inc.
Overwatch Geospatial Systems Offers Hands-On Training for Users
Training classes in Feature Analyst, LIDAR Analyst and Urban Analyst will be held in Sterling, VA, from September 16 to 18, 2008. Classes will include beginner and advanced level instruction. - August 28, 2008 - Overwatch VLS
BCI Aircraft Leasing and Its President, Brian Hollnagel Supports Susan G. Komen Foundation’s Race for the Cure
Chicago-based BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc. (“BCI”) today announced it‘s partnership with the Chicagoland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in its annual Race for the Cure. - August 25, 2008 - BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc.
DNV Certifies Spectrum Thin Films, Inc. to ISO 9001:2000
Det Norske Veritas Certification, Inc. is pleased to announce the ISO 9001:2000 certification of Spectrum Thin Films, Inc. Spectrum Thin Films is one of a few companies to meet the new ISO certification requirements. By achieving ISO certification, Spectrum Thin Films, Inc. demonstrates its commitment to quality for the design and manufacture of high quality optics and optical coatings products for it U.S. Manufacturing operations. - August 21, 2008 - Spectrum Thin Films, Inc.
New Multi Axis Load Cell Measures Tri-Axial Loads
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. (www.futek.com) has just expanded its Multi Axis Load Cell series with the new MTA505 Multi Axis Load Cell. The MTA505 Multi Axis Load Cell (Tri-Axial) offers an excellent solution for measuring Mx, My, and Fz loads. - August 21, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
New Handheld Digital Display IHH200 Offered by FUTEK
Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc is pleased to announce its new Handheld Digital Display, the IHH200. This product is widely used by system integrators and test engineers in laboratory, medical, automotive and aerospace instrumentations. The portable... - August 21, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
XDepth® High Dynamic Range Video Compression Technology on the Market
Trellis Management Co. Ltd. presents the world’s first commercially available and backward-compatible High Dynamic Range Video compression technology. - August 20, 2008 - Trellis Management Co. Ltd.
New Company Announcement: Yoste Strategic Partners, LLC
Mississippi based company to help defense and homeland security clients with congressional affairs and new business development. - August 20, 2008 - Yoste Strategic Partners, LLC
European Commission's TANGO (Telecommunications Advance Network for GMES Operations) Project to Feature at MAST 2008
The committee for the global maritime security and defence community's annual conference and trade-show (MAST) has just accepted a paper entitled "The European Commission TANGO project (Telecommunications Advance Network for GMES Operations) for Maritime Surveillance" into its internationally renowned conference programme (to be presented by Antonio De la Cruz, European Union Satellite Centre (EUSC), Spain in Session 3A – Wednesday 12th November: 1245hrs). - August 14, 2008 - Maritime Systems and Technologies