Aerospace
The Gill Corp. is awarded Boeing contract extension
Initial 2014 Tier 1 contract with Boeing has been extended to include composite floor panel fabrication for the 777, 777X and 787 programs.
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NASA announces targeted launch of Artemis I uncrewed flight test
NASA invites everyone to its global virtual NASA Social event for the Artemis I launch of the SLS rocket carrying the Orion spacecraft from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Aug. 29, 2022.
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Joby expands partnership with U.S. Department of Defense
Expansion increases potential value of contract by more than $45 million, and flight test operations engagement for the composite eVTOL have been broadened to include the U.S. Marine Corps.
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Plant tour: ÉireComposites, Galway, Ireland
An in-house testing business and R&D focus has led to innovative materials use and projects in a range of markets, from civil aerospace to renewable energy to marine.
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Joby Aviation maintains momentum with eVTOL certification, operational and manufacturing readiness
In its Letter to Shareholders, Joby announces its agreement with the FAA on a revised eVTOL certification basis, its application for U.K. type certification validation, cites new developments with the U.S. DOD and more.
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American Airlines places order for 20 Boom Supersonic aircraft
American Airlines could potentially purchase up to 60 Overture composites-intensive, supersonic passenger aircraft if industry-standard operating, performance and safety requirements are met.
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Hyundai Motor Group, Safran sign MOU for advanced air mobility development cooperation
The cooperation will include — but is not limited to — exploration of electric propulsion systems, avionics and flight control and cabin interiors, with composites as a potential component.
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Hexa eVTOL aircraft reaches new flight milestone
Composites-intensive unmanned aerial vehicle from LIFT Aircraft completes first test flight at Air Force Duke Field, prepping it for future public and military applications.
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Virgin Galactic announces new spaceship manufacturing facility
Mesa, Arizona, facility will have the capacity to produce up to six spaceships per year, supporting increased flight frequency and bringing skilled aerospace jobs to the area.
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Horizon Aircraft completes construction of composites-intensive 50%-scale prototype eVTOL aircraft
Five-seat hybrid-electric craft will undergo comprehensive testing to remove technical risk as Horizon continues development of the full-scale version.
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