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.
MAST 2008 Boasts Seven Stream, Multiple Domains, "Mega-MAST"
Despite stricter conference abstract rejection criteria, MAST’s committee has confirmed this year’s programme as a two hundred and ten paper, seven stream, fully comprehensive maritime security and defence conference. - July 09, 2008 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
J. Millennium Receives 8(a) Certification, Contract Award
J. Millennium Enterprises, Inc. today announced it has been certified by the Small Business Administration (SBA) as a Small Disadvantaged Business 8(a). “This certification and the support of the SBA are key to our strategic plan for expansion in the Federal market. In addition to being a... - July 09, 2008 - J. Millennium Enterprises
Pacific Flight Services Signs New Piper Seminole to Flight Line
Australian Flight School, Pacific Flight Services has placed a Piper Seminole on the flight line in Sydney for dedicated twin-engine pilot training and Multi-Engine Command Instrument Rating. - July 06, 2008 - Pacific Flight Services
HyperSizer.com Launches a New Online Community User Forum
Collier Research Corporation has launched the first community user forum on www.HyperSizer.com. Users can register for free and post questions, tips or suggestions, or just browse the multitude of information available. The forum will be used to showcase new capabilities, answer questions and gather feedback from users on any improvements to this widely-used engineering software. - July 03, 2008 - HyperSizer Structural Sizing Software
Tulsa Area Wounded Iraq Veteran Awarded Craftmatic® Bed to Assist in Combat Related Insomnia
92% of OEF/OIF wounded vets have trouble sleeping; Craftmatic donates bed to help SSG Shawn Green, U.S. Army (Ret.) sleep through the night - June 28, 2008 - Craftmatic
Kingdom Holding Company Signs Contract with Texas Woman for VVIP Aircraft
MAV Aircraft Services, Inc is proud to announce the contractual alliance with Kingdom Holdings to create per specification the recertification and completion of their newly acquired Airbus 321 to that of a VVIP aircraft. The aircraft has already been delivered to MAV’s Fort Worth facility. The contract was finalized and signed by His Royal Highness Prince Alwaleed bin Talal and MAV President Tohnni Jones in Sharm El Sheik Egypt. - June 27, 2008 - MAV Aircraft Services, Inc
Quatro Composites Receives ISO 9001:2000 and AS9100:2004 Certification
Quatro Composites, a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced carbon composite products, has been awarded ISO 9001:2000 and AS9100:2004 Certification of Registration. The certification signifies both of its facilities, located in Orange City, IA and Poway, CA, comply with all standards of the... - June 27, 2008 - Quatro Composites
Quatro Composites Supports Insitu in Manufacturing Next Generation Aircraft Structures
Quatro Composites, a leader in carbon fiber design and manufacturing, has become a technology partner in manufacturing Insitu’s next generation autonomous UAS. Quatro Composites has become a technology partner in manufacturing Insitu’s next generation autonomous UAS. “The... - June 27, 2008 - Quatro Composites
Pentek Introduces High-Speed Software Radio PMC Module with Power Meter and Beamforming Capabilities
High-Density, Single-Slot Virtex-5 FPGA Software Radio Solution. Four 16-bit, 200 MHz A/Ds with 32 FPGA-based DDCs. Extended DDC Bandwidth Range from 20 kHz to 10 MHz. - June 26, 2008 - Pentek, Inc.
Lightweight, Low-Profile, NVG Mount Features Breakaway Safety
The L3 G10 One Hole NVG Mounting System by Wilcox Industries integrates a universal Night Vision Goggle (NVG) mount with a breakaway system that mounts directly and securely to a MICH helmet and is completely constructed from a lightweight aerospace-grade metal. Depending on operational situations,... - June 25, 2008 - Wilcox Industries Corp.
Lightweight, Low-Profile, Three-Hole Helmet Mount for NVG’s
A new mount for Night Vision Goggles (NVGs) from Wilcox Industries mounts directly to a MICH helmet and incorporates a Universal NVG mount with a breakaway base that is completely constructed from a lightweight aerospace-grade metal. Depending on operational conditions, a switch allows the mount to... - June 25, 2008 - Wilcox Industries Corp.
Mission Recording System Documents Operations from Helmet
Wilcox Industries Mission Helmet Recordable System (MHRS) integrates a night and day camera and recorder using an eight gigabyte hard drive to record 2.5 hrs of hi-resolution color video and audio, up to eight hours of video or 75 hours of audio, all on a track system mounted to a MICH Helmet. The... - June 25, 2008 - Wilcox Industries Corp.
Miniature Gun Camera and Thermal Sight Integrate Into Low-Profile System
Wilcox Industries Weapon Video Display (WVD) is a sighting system that uses an LCD display connected to an OASYS Mini- Modular Thermal Sight and incorporates a left/right miniature camera that allows the operator to view potential threats and obstacles around corners without having to reveal... - June 25, 2008 - Wilcox Industries Corp.
Wilcox Vertical Weapon Grips Feature Pivot Design and Integral Bipod
Wilcox Industries is introducing two new models of vertical foregrips made of rugged lightweight aluminum. Both new grips, the Para Grip™ and Steady Grip™, are available with the option of either a bipod or a battery storage compartment. The Para Grip is a collapsible grip that stows... - June 25, 2008 - Wilcox Industries Corp.
Patriot Life Support System Features Hybrid Technology, Greatly Extended Operational Time
The Patriot Hybrid Life Support System by Wilcox® Industries provides up to eight hours of operating time in contaminated chemical and biological environments with a unique, first-in-class, hybrid system that utilizes a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and a Powered Air Purifying... - June 25, 2008 - Wilcox Industries Corp.
Garrow Aircraft Introduces a Novel STOVL Aircraft Configuration Called the Verticopter™
Garrow Aircraft, a privately-owned design firm, today released details on its unique aircraft architecture, the Verticopter™. It has been many years in the making, and has passed several critical phases in final design, in simulator performance and in benchmarking. The never-seen-before... - June 24, 2008 - Garrow Aircraft
Pacific Flight Services Launches "Operation Airborne" to Counter Worldwide Flight Instructor Shortage
The worldwide pilot shortage is leading the airlines to poach Flight Instructors from flight schools, according to Pacific Flight Services' Sydney Manager, Rod Crane. PFS is countering with "Operation Airborne" to train new Flight Instructors. - June 22, 2008 - Pacific Flight Services
New Pressure Sensor: High Quality Pressure Solution Starting at €97
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc has expanded its Pressure Sensor product line yet again by adding the new model: Pressure Sensor PMP300 to its line up. This marks the second pressure sensor release for FUTEK in 2008. The PMP300 Pressure Sensor (OEM) is precision engineered and manufactured to... - June 19, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Allegheny Technologies Unveils New Specialty Armor Steel for U.S. and International Defense Markets
The first new, high-hard steel armor developed in America since the Vietnam conflict was introduced to the defense market today by Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:ATI). It offers a modern means of protection – backed by unsurpassed manufacturing capabilities – at a time of... - June 19, 2008 - Allegheny Technologies, Inc.
Take Off - Model Airplane Enthusiasts Experience the Thrill of Flight in the Park Academy of Model Aeronautics Launches Novel Park Pilot Program
Turn off the TV. Throw the Gameboy in the junk drawer. Instead, pick up a model airplane and head to a local park. That’s the message the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) is delivering to both aspiring and seasoned aviators, young and old alike, this summer as its new Park Pilot Program... - June 15, 2008 - Academy of Model Aeronautics
Australian Flight School Set to Accept International Pilot Students
The surging growth of the worldwide aviation industry has caused a critical pilot shortage which has encouraged Pacific Flight Services to open its doors to international flight training students, according to rumors. - June 15, 2008 - Pacific Flight Services
Iona Moon Wins Seaport-e Awards Across the Board
NAVAIR-based business development firm continues winning streak. - June 11, 2008 - Iona Moon
Peak Beam Systems, Inc. Introduces High-Intensity Crew-Served Weapons Light (CSWL) System
CSWL System features remote-controlled beam width and a non-lethal strobe function. - June 08, 2008 - Peak Beam Systems, Inc.
Antenna Associates Inc. of Brockton, MA Has Designed and Developed a New Full Time Dual Linear Polarized Weather Radar Antenna System Named the WS42C System
Antenna Associates Inc. of Brockton, MA has designed and developed a new Full Time Dual Linear Polarized Weather Radar Antenna System named the WS42C System. The equipment consists of a 4.2 M antenna operating at 5.2 to 5.8 MHz with active Horizontal and Vertical Linear Polarizations and a dual axis antenna positioner. - June 07, 2008 - Antenna Associates
Pentek’s RTS 2721 Portable Signal Recording and Playback Instrument Streams Data at 500 MB/Sec
Pentek’s RTS 2721 is a highly portable instrument for recording or reproducing wideband analog signals. - June 05, 2008 - Pentek, Inc.
UK Aerospace Manufacturer to Begin Production in Mexico
Company to commence the manufacture of jet engine parts in Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico in early 2009. - June 04, 2008 - The Offshore Group
An IMO PSPC Compliance Coating Thickness Gauge Ready Now, Out of the Box, by Elcometer
The IMO PSPC regulation for salt water ballast tanks comes into force with effect from 1st July 2008 for all ships in excess of 500 GRT. This regulation introduces a rigorous inspection regime which includes coating thickness and, in particular, the introduction of a new performance standard for... - May 30, 2008 - Elcometer USA
Planemasters: Chicago Jet Charter Company Now Offering Aircraft Management Services
The outstanding Chicago jet charter company known as Planemasters provides conventional air charter services to all area residents. Individuals book a plane, specify their exact wishes, and a qualified pilot brings them to their destination on a comfortable and safe aircraft. Planemasters, however, provides other services as well. In addition to chartering an aircraft, customers can also take advantage of the Chicago jet charter company’s aircraft management service. - May 29, 2008 - Planemasters, Ltd.
J.A. Aero, Destination for Those Searching for High Quality Aircraft for Sale, Announces It Has Now Been in Business for 35 Year
J.A. Aero has been in the aircraft business for more than 35 years, providing each and every one of their customers with expert maintenance, management, and sales services. - May 29, 2008 - J.A. Aero, Inc.
Iraq Troops Honor Flexfit Headwear in Appreciation of Donated Custom Embroidered Hats
Flexfit Headwear donates custom embroidered baseball caps to American Troops stationed at The Air Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team in Baghdad, and has the American Flag flown in their honor. - May 27, 2008 - Flexfit
Performance Flight Invites the Public for an Open House May 24th – the First Demonstration of the New Cirrus Avionics in the United States
On May 24, 2008 Performance Flight will host an Open House from 9am-3pm at the newly renovated Million Air terminal at Westchester County Airport, located at 136 Tower Rd. in White Plains. On display will be the newly announced avionics package from Cirrus Design, which was just unveiled on May... - May 22, 2008 - Performance Flight
Fatigue Rated Pancake Load Cell: Can Now be Provided in 2 mV/V Output
Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. (www.futek.com) can now provide its fatigue rated version of Pancake Load Cells LCF700 in 2.0 mV/V output: LCF701 Fatigue Rated Pancake Load Cell. Futek can also provide this model with a tension base. These load cells are primarily used in inline applications... - May 22, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Spectrum Thin Films & Mars Phoenix Lander Touchdown on Martian Surface May 25th, 2008
Long Island Small Business Hauppauge Firm Works with NASA on Mars Spacecraft. - May 20, 2008 - Spectrum Thin Films, Inc.
Clarksville Injured Veteran Given Bed to Help Combat-Related Insomnia
Clint Tabor this week’s winner through the Craftmatic® Cares Program, which donates one Craftmatic bed a week to a severely wounded OEF/OIF veteran. - May 16, 2008 - Craftmatic
Cable Tester with Multi-Language Voice Control from CAMI Research
New software released for CAMI Research’s CableEye Cable and Wire Harness Tester permits production engineers to utilize synthetic speech and voice recognition for hands-free operation. Voice recognition permits the operator to issue commands to the tester without pushing buttons or keyboard keys. Synthetic speech may be employed during production to read pin numbers or provide assembly instructions. - May 15, 2008 - CAMI Research Inc.
ITCN, Inc. Relocates Warner Robins Branch Office
Local office moves to better serve their customers. New location provides faster and easier access to Robins AFB and to ITCN customers near the base. - May 14, 2008 - ITCN, Inc.
AMH Canada Ltd Introduces Hand-Held Spectra-Jet
The Spectra-Jet unit produced by AMH Canada Ltd for drying waterborne paint has proved very popular. AMH has now introduced a hand-held version to complete smaller jobs. - May 10, 2008 - AMH Canada Ltd
Vector Software Announces Support for the Wind River VxWorks 653
Vector Software, a leading provider of software test tools for embedded systems, today announced support for the Wind River VxWorks 653 Platform version 2.2. The VectorCAST integration supports both the C and C++ development languages. This integration enables test execution using both the vxSim VxWorks 653 simulation environment and on development and deployment boards, using any of the Wind River VxWorks 653 Board Support Packages. - May 10, 2008 - Vector Software Inc.
UTRS Announces Acquisition of Professional Corrosion Service, LLC
UTRS, a New Jersey based engineering and government procurement firm announces the acquisition of Professional Corrosion Service, LLC, a Philadelphia based cathodic protection engineering and transit system design firm. - May 07, 2008 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
J. Millennium Signs Iona Moon for Pax River Expansion
Network infrastructures company chooses local BD firm for NAVAIR marketing push. - May 05, 2008 - Iona Moon
Reyes Aviation Announces Second Government Contract Award
Reyes Aviation proudly announces the receipt of a United States Government Contract Award as of April 29, 2008. This marks the second such award granted to Reyes Aviation within the past 30 days. The first government contract award, announced on April 7, 2008 totaled over $6.8 million and was a... - May 02, 2008 - Reyes Aviation, Inc.
VetFriends.com Reunites US Veterans and Military While Remembering Our Fallen Soldiers
VetFriends.com is taking a moment to reflect on the many brave men and women who have given their lives in the service and protection of our great country. Additionally VetFriends is thanking all of the veteran brothers and sisters, active and reserve military of the US Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. With the approach of Memorial Day and all year long a special salute, thanks and honor to all who have served and sacrificed to preserve our freedom. - April 28, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Military News Network Launches MilitaryProfiles.com
New social networking site for military people is now online. - April 23, 2008 - MilitaryNewsNetwork.com
Schultz-Creehan LLC Announces New Micro Machining Center
New micro machining technology significantly adds to Schultz-Creehan’s fabrication and custom manufacturing capabilities. - April 19, 2008 - Schultz-Creehan Holdings, Inc.
Homelanddefensestocks.com Audio Presentation with Scott Sacknoff, of SPADE® Defense Index
Mr. Sacknoff Addresses the 10 most asked questions by investors interested in investing in defense and homeland security. - April 18, 2008 - InvestorIdeas.com
Prometheus Teams with Lockheed-Martin to Win $46M Contract
Lexington Park firm leans on NAVAIR, FMS experience. - April 17, 2008 - The Prometheus Company
Yuri's Night Shatters Previous Party Records
When Yuri's Night, an organization dedicated to forwarding the cause of space exploration by holding events around the world each April 12, held over 120 parties on a single day in 2007, it was viewed as an incredible accomplishment unlikely to be topped. Earlier this week, though, Yuri's Night... - April 11, 2008 - Yuri's Night
MKS Announces New Release of MKS Toolkit Product Family and PC X Server - Immediate Availability of MKS Toolkit version 9.2 and MKS X/Server version 8.5
Immediate availability of MKS Toolkit version 9.2 and MKS X/Server version 8.5. These releases show our commitment in delivering solid new features while enhancing existing functionality. The MKS Toolkit solutions provide a full range of cross-platform tools, expanding the union of Windows and UNIX-based environments. Millions of users in heterogeneous UNIX/Linux and Windows environments use solutions from MKS for platform and application compatibility, connectivity and interoperability. - April 10, 2008 - MKS Inc
Rare Amelia Earhart Signed Photo for Sale by Circa Savannah, LLC
The letter from Jean Teal, Amelia Earhart personal assistant, on March 7, 1935, on Amelia Earhart personal letterhead, referencing the autographed photo of Amelia Earhart to a fan. - April 04, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Transform Awarded Enterprise-Wide Technology Integration and Continuous Improvement Contract by International Cargo Airline
Atlanta-based consulting firm Transform announced Monday that it has been awarded a multi-year contract to lead the implementation of the leading MRO software at one of the world’s largest air cargo service companies. The initiative will fully integrate all MRO activities into one enterprise... - March 28, 2008 - Transform