Aerospace
Tata Advanced Systems, Airbus inaugurate C295 final assembly line in India
Final assembly line supports program for self-reliant defense manufacturing in India, with first composite C295 roll-out targeting 2026 and ramp up of 40 aircraft by 2031.
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Natilus announces Horizon blended wing body CFRP aircraft for 200-passenger narrowbody market
Following its Kona cargo aircraft with 460 pre-orders, this larger all-CFRP model responds to airlines’ request to fill Boeing and Airbus gap with 25% less weight, 40% greater capacity and 50% less carbon emissions, to enter service by early 2030s.
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Bombardier begins manufacture of Global 8000 business jet
Ultra-long range business jet featuring CMC-intensive engine and a range of 8,000 nautical miles is set to enter service in second half of 2025 as it remains on track for flight testing.
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Aura Aero builds presence in U.S. with Florida facility
Aura Aero selects Volusia County as the site of its manufacturing and assembly plant, with the goal of producing 100 19-seater hybrid-electric regional composite aircraft per year.
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VIDEO: High-rate composites production for aerospace
Westlake Epoxy’s process on display at CAMX 2024 reduces cycle time from hours to just 15 minutes.
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HERWINGT project to design novel composite wing configuration for future regional aircraft
Pioneered wing architecture, more integrated systems and new material technologies are being explored for 20% weight reduction, 50% fuel burn reduction and to enable a hybrid-electrical use case.
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The Gill Corp. announces hybrid laminate for aircraft cargo flooring
Gillfab F433F is a fiberglass-reinforced epoxy laminate with aluminum bonded faces, offering enhanced durability, fire resistance and strength.
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SOLIFLY project proves viability of composite multifunctional energy storage within aircraft structures
Clean Sky 2 demonstrates key integration aspects of multifunctional structural batteries for electrified aircraft lightweighting, paving the way for further maturation in follow-on projects.
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Zünd, Loop Technology partner on FibreLine preforming system
Pairing Loop Technology’s automation with Zünd digital cutters provides faster cutting, less stray fibers, higher ply accuracy and more precise preforms for composite aerostructure manufacturing.
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EuCIA, EACP sign LOI to explore cooperation opportunities
EuCIA and the EACP have signed a letter of intent (LOI) specifying the principles of future collaboration, especially in the aerospace market.
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