Skyports partners with Swoop Aero on UK-wide drone delivery
Drone delivery service provider, Skyports, has partnered with Australian drone-powered health logistics company, Swoop Aero, to provide a UK-wide drone delivery service.
Aerospace
in Aerospace / Security ADB Safegate teams up with Assaia for data-driven airside ops
Posted 21 January 2021
ADB Safegate and Assaia have delivered a number of pilot projects featuring a first-of-its-kind concept at several pioneer airports around the world.
in Aerospace Element makes digital investment into simulation and modelling
Posted 21 January 2021
Element Materials Technology (Element) has formally launched Element Digital Engineering, taking a significant step forward on its journey to becoming a key provider of engineering simulation, modelling, data
in Aerospace Blue Bear Systems launches Air Druids
Posted 20 January 2021
Blue Bear Systems has launched its Autonomous Intelligent Robotic DRones for Unmanned Integrated Delivery System (Air Druids) medical delivery programme.
in Aerospace ADS, Airlines UK and AOA call for recovery plan following Travel Ban
Posted 20 January 2021
UK aerospace and aviation trade bodies ADS, Airlines UK and the Airport Operators Association (AOA) stated today that the UK’s aviation and aerospace industries will need a package of sectoral support measures to
in Aerospace Aerobility and CIVATAglobal say UAM must include needs of disabled people
Posted 20 January 2021
Regulators, local authorities and industry groups will need to incorporate the views and priorities of disabled groups in their early planning phase if the promise - and full market value - of advanced air
in Aerospace CAAi awarded FSTD framework contract by Transport Malta
Posted 19 January 2021
CAA International (CAAi), the technical cooperation arm of the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA), has been formally awarded an extensive framework contract to deliver flight simulator training device (FSTD) evaluations and
in Aerospace Menzies Aviation renews partnership with Finnair
Posted 19 January 2021
Menzies Aviation has renewed its contract with Finland’s national carrier, Finnair, following a competitive selection process.
in Aerospace IBA sees partial aviation recovey in 2021
Posted 19 January 2021
The advent and rollout of vaccines will start to drive a partial recovery in the aviation sector in 2021 but with significant variance between global regions, according to new data from IBA.
in Aerospace Element expands powder characterisation for additive manufacturing
Posted 18 January 2021
Element Materials Technology (Element) has expanded its powder characterisation capabilities for additive manufacturing at its Antwerp, Belgium laboratory.
in Aerospace Loganair launches Teesside International service to Heathrow
Posted 18 January 2021
Loganair today announced a new route between Teesside International Airport and London Heathrow.
in Aerospace EDM complete a Virtual SAT for JetBlue
Posted 15 January 2021
Manchester based EDM have successfully completed a Virtual Site Acceptance Test (SAT) for JetBLue and their recently delivered A320 Door Trainer.
in Aerospace Rolls-Royce runs first engine on world’s largest and smartest aerospace testbed
Posted 15 January 2021
Rolls-Royce has successfully completed the first engine run on its state-of-the-art Testbed 80, which will be the largest and smartest indoor aerospace testbed in the world when it is officially
in Aerospace / Space / Events Inmarsat named world’s leading inflight internet service provider
Posted 14 January 2021
Inmarsat has been crowned the ‘World’s Leading Inflight Internet Service Provider’ for the fourth year in a row at the World Travel Awards 2020.
in Aerospace / Defence DASIS looks to transform UK SME Supply Chain
Posted 14 January 2021
Founder led supply chain management consultancy DASIS (Develop and Supply In-Sync) has launched, offering UK SME’s a secure and safe route to manufacture, supporting companies within the aerospace, defence and automotive sectors with
in Aerospace RVL Aviation lands Saab 340B(F) cargo aircraft
Posted 13 January 2021
Jetstream Aviation Capital, LLC has announced the delivery of a Saab 340B(F) cargo aircraft to RVL Aviation of East Midlands Airport, Derby, United Kingdom.
in Aerospace Overview launches enhanced Artemis
Posted 13 January 2021
Developer of high-precision positioning technology, Overview Ltd, have launched Artemis, a new and enhanced variant to their range of award-winning, direct-drive Integrated Servo Motors delivering high-positional capability with agile, smooth,
in Aerospace Loganair sets out Isle of Man plans
Posted 12 January 2021
Loganair today announced its Summer 2021 schedule from the Isle of Man – stepping up services on existing routes, restoring routes suspended during the pandemic and adding three completely new ones.
in Aerospace Wayland Additive postpones launch events
Posted 12 January 2021
Wayland Additive has been obliged to postpone both its virtual and physical launch events scheduled for the 27th and the 28th January following the lockdown statement from the UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, until May.
in Aerospace Meggitt secures SMARTSupport contract with SSAMC
Posted 12 January 2021
Meggitt has secured a three-year contract with Sichuan Services Aero-Engine Maintenance Company (SSAMC) to supply components for the CFM56 engine, with a lifetime value of approximately US$1 million.
in Aerospace Heathrow looks to safe aviation restart
Posted 11 January 2021
In 2020, 22.1 million passengers travelled through Heathrow Airport, down 72.7%, with lockdowns and border closures leading to a reduction in the number of passengers, totalling 58.8 million.
in Aerospace IATA reports passenger demand recovery halted in November
Posted 8 January 2021
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in passenger demand which had been slowing since the Northern hemisphere’s summer travel season, came to a halt in November 2020.
in Aerospace Mandatory COVID-19 testing introduced to bolster border measures
Posted 8 January 2021
From today passengers arriving from all international destinations will be required to present a negative COVID-19 test result before departing for England to help protect against new strains of coronavirus
in Aerospace Signature Aviation's efforts to combat climate change recognised
Posted 7 January 2021
Signature Aviation has been granted an ‘A’ grade by the environmental non-profit Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for its corporate initiatives to address global sustainability.
in Aerospace Loganair secures new Orkney Inter-Isles Air Services contract
Posted 7 January 2021
Loganair will continue as operator of the Orkney Inter-Isles Air Services for a further four years following the award of a new Public Service Obligation (PSO) contract by Orkney Islands Council.
in Aerospace / Defence / Security / Space TMD provides accelerator structures for CERN CLIC
Posted 7 January 2021
West London based manufacturer of hi-tech microwave and RF products, TMD Technologies Limited, has won a contract to produce the latest CERN prototype Compact Linear Collider Collaboration (CLIC) accelerating structure.
in Aerospace ATI unveils leadership team for FlyZero project
Posted 7 January 2021
The Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) has announced new senior appointments to the FlyZero leadership team marking a significant milestone in the inception of the project.
in Aerospace / Defence Digital Catapult reveals seven industry partners
Posted 6 January 2021
As the Digital Catapult today reveals seven industry partners, including BAE Systems, Babcock and Safran, new research commissioned by Digital Catapult and the Made Smarter Technology Accelerator shows COVID-19 could prove to be a
in Aerospace CAA and CAA Singapore strengthen aviation cooperation
Posted 5 January 2021
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have signed two collaborative agreements, further strengthening their bilateral partnership.
in Aerospace Grant Bennett appointed as STG Aerospace CEO
Posted 5 January 2021
Grant Bennett has been appointed as the new CEO at STG Aerospace and will lead the company’s journey of recovery and growth, as it continues to develop its business to meet existing and new market demands.
in Aerospace London City Airport completes key airfield infrastructure projects
Posted 5 January 2021
London City Airport has completed key improvements to its airfield infrastructure as part of the City Airport Development Programme (CADP), including the construction of a full-length parallel taxiway and eight
in Aerospace / Defence Racal Acoustics acquired by INVISIO
Posted 4 January 2021
INVISIO has acquired all the shares in Racal Acoustics, a UK-based supplier of communication and hearing protection systems for high noise environments.
in Aerospace Aircraft manufacturing slowdown continues with worst November
Posted 4 January 2021
ADS reported that there were 27 global commercial aircraft orders in November 2020, the highest number for a single month since March 2020 but still the lowest on record for November and a 91% decrease on this period in 2019.
in Aerospace McGreevy Engineering starts 2021 with SC21 Bronze recognition
Posted 4 January 2021
Engineering firm, McGreevy Engineering, based in Northern Ireland, has made a fantastic start to the year by obtaining the Supply Chain 21st Century (SC21) Bronze performance level for the third consecutive year.
in Aerospace Graham Chisnall named as new FAC chairman
Posted 4 January 2021
The new chairman of Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) has been named as Graham Chisnall.
in Aerospace Southend Airport awarded port infrastructure funding
Posted 4 January 2021
Southend Airport has achieved Government support to promote trade operations following Brexit, receiving more than £2.1 million as part of the Government’s Port Infrastructure Fund.
in Aerospace UK Government and EU trading agreement welcomed by industry
Posted 4 January 2021
The reaching of an agreement over future trading relationships by the UK Government and the EU - including those involving aviation - has been welcomed by the CAA, ADS, airports and airlines.
in Aerospace Aviation decimated by pandemic in 2020
Posted 4 January 2021
Global aviation data firm Cirium's Airline Insights Review 2020 has revealed the shocking impact on aviation of worldwide Covid-19 travel restrictions.
in Aerospace Emirates' new A380 makes Heathrow debut
Posted 4 January 2021
Today Emirates will deploy its latest flagship A380 aircraft - featuring new premium economy seats and other enhancements across all cabins - to London Heathrow.
in Aerospace Shell to supply DHL Express with SAF at Schiphol Airport
Posted 17 December 2020
Shell Aviation has announced an agreement to supply DHL Express with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at Schiphol Airport.
in Aerospace Rolls-Royce and Saab to research propulsion sensing tech
Posted 17 December 2020
Saab and Rolls-Royce are undertaking a joint research programme into fibre-optic sensing technologies for aerospace propulsion systems.
in Aerospace / Defence BAE Systems to recruit a record 1,250 new apprentices and graduates
Posted 17 December 2020
BAE Systems is hiring more than 1,250 new trainees into its early careers programmes in 2021.
in Aerospace UK aerospace boost as Faradair Aerospace signs new partner consortium
Posted 17 December 2020
In an exciting week for the aviation industry with Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates showing their support for sustainable aviation, Faradair Aerospace has revealed a powerful consortium of partners to bring back large
in Aerospace Menzies Aviation partnership with LIFT launched
Posted 17 December 2020
Menzies Aviation today announced the launch of its partnership with LIFT, South Africa’s brand-new airline operated by Global Aviation Operations, which started flights last week.
in Aerospace / Security Smiths Detection to supply US TSA with ETD
Posted 16 December 2020
Smiths Detection has been awarded a contract for over $4 million by the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to supply IONSCAN 500 DT Explosives Trace Detection Systems (ETD), an explosives trace detector, to airports across the US
in Aerospace ZeroAvia secures £12.3m UK Government grant
Posted 16 December 2020
ZeroAvia has secured £12.3 million ($16.3m) in Government funding through the ATI Programme to deliver a breakthrough 19-seat hydrogen-electric powered aircraft that is market-ready by 2023.
in Aerospace IATA urges governments to consider aviation workers as essential for vaccination
Posted 16 December 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) renewed its call on governments to ensure that employees in the aviation sector are considered as essential workers during the impending COVID-19
in Aerospace Heathrow expansion plans boosted by Supreme Court decision
Posted 16 December 2020
Heathrow Airport Limited has successfully challenged a Court of Appeal ruling given in February which cast doubt on the future of the proposed expansion, looking at whether the Secretary of State had failed to take account of
in Aerospace DMC and Produmax partner to drive digital future of UK additive manufacturing
Posted 15 December 2020
The Digital Manufacturing Centre (DMC) has announced a pioneering new partnership with high precision engineering expert Produmax, aimed at developing digital capabilities in UK additive
in Aerospace Element provides full suite of UK, EU and US wireless tech certification
Posted 15 December 2020
Element Materials Technology (Element) is now offering a full suite of wireless technology certification that meets both EU and US regulations, as well as the new UK regulations that will be enforced following
in Aerospace Frost & Sullivan recognises SITA for innovation in airport automation
Posted 15 December 2020
Based on its recent analysis of the airport management market, Frost & Sullivan has recognised SITA with the 2020 Asia-Pacific Airport Automation Growth Innovation & Leadership Excellence Frost Radar
in Aerospace Heathrow sees passenger numbers continue to fall
Posted 15 December 2020
Passenger numbers at Heathrow fell by 88% in November, as travel restrictions and a second lockdown took their toll.
in Aerospace Edinburgh Airport providing public Covid screening facility
Posted 15 December 2020
The first public Covid screening centre at in airport in Scotland was opened at Edinburgh Airport at the end of last month, with people able to receive fast and accurate PCR swab tests.
in Aerospace BA partners with ZeroAvia on hydrogen-powered aircraft
Posted 14 December 2020
British Airways has teamed up with ZeroAvia in a project to explore how hydrogen-powered aircraft can play a leading role in the future of sustainable flying.
in Aerospace Eye on the sky transforms detection with quantum radar
Posted 14 December 2020
Radar equipment is being installed at the University of Birmingham as part of a demonstration intended to test and prove the precision of quantum-enabled radar detection capabilities.
in Aerospace / Security VSTE launches world's first ‘Fit To Fly' health passport
Posted 14 December 2020
Manchester based cyber security and technology company VST Enterprises (VSTE), has today launched the worlds first public ‘FIT TO FLY’ secure health passport designed for air travel.
in Aerospace Air bp joins RIL to service Indian airports
Posted 14 December 2020
The aviation business of the new joint venture of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) and bp has now taken over refueling operations at 30 airports across India.
in Aerospace Oxford researchers partner with BA, American Airlines and oneworld on COVID-19 test results
Posted 11 December 2020
British Airways, American Airlines and oneworld, have teamed up with researchers at the Oxford Internet Institute (OII), the University of Oxford, in the review and analysis of survey
in Aerospace European Commission proposes contingency plans for No-Deal
Posted 10 December 2020
The European Commission has today put forward a set of targeted contingency measures ensuring basic reciprocal air and road connectivity between the EU and the UK.
in Aerospace Bermuda’s new airport passenger terminal opens
Posted 10 December 2020
Bermuda’s new state-of-the-art passenger terminal building at the LF Wade International Airport was officially opened yesterday.
in Aerospace / Defence / Security Leonardo recognised as a UK Business Hero
Posted 10 December 2020
The British Chambers of Commerce has recognised aerospace engineering company Leonardo as a UK Business Hero, in light of its outstanding contribution throughout the Covid-19 emergency.
in Aerospace PAYE cap to prevent abuse of R&D tax relief schemes
Posted 10 December 2020
In March 2020, the second consultation was published to discuss how to prevent abuse of R&D Tax Schemes by SME claimants and HMRC has identified and prevented a number of fraudulent claims, worth over £300 million in total.
in Aerospace Wizz Air continues UK expansion with new base at Cardiff Airport
Posted 9 December 2020
The UK-registered subsidiary of Europe’s fastest growing and greenest airline group, Wizz Air UK, is setting up a new base at Cardiff Airport, which will be its fourth alongside London Luton, Gatwick and Doncaster
in Aerospace / Security Transputec partners with WFS on cyber security monitoring
Posted 9 December 2020
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has partnered with Wembley based Transputec to boost cyber security monitoring across its global network in support of its commitment to delivering best-in-class safety and security.
in Aerospace Airline and travel associations urge review of foreign travel advice
Posted 9 December 2020
UK airlines, travel agents and operators have today called on the Government to urgently revise its approach to foreign travel advice, which risks preventing the industry getting back on its feet and holidaymakers
in Aerospace Etihad becomes first airline to join DARTeC
Posted 9 December 2020
Etihad Airways has joined the £65 million Digital Aviation Research and Technology Centre (DARTeC), due to open next year at Cranfield University.
in Aerospace London City Airport publishes master plan
Posted 8 December 2020
London City Airport has published its new master plan which sets out a long-term vision for how the airport can grow in a sustainable and responsible way, supporting London’s recovery from COVID-19.
in Aerospace GKN Aerospace, SAMC and AVIC Supply sign JV agreement for advanced aerostructures
Posted 8 December 2020
COMAC subsidiary SAMC (Shanghai Aircraft Manufacturing Company), AVIC Supply and GKN Aerospace have signed a joint venture (JV) agreement for the manufacture of Composite and Metallic
in Aerospace Solace supports FAA NextGen Weather Systems
Posted 8 December 2020
The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is using Solace’s event streaming and management platform to efficiently collect and distribute the real-time information required to power their NextGen Weather Systems, which are
in Aerospace Menzies Aviation acquires 51% of RAS
Posted 8 December 2020
Menzies Aviation has acquired a 51% shareholding in Royal Airport Services (RAS), a leading aviation services business based in Pakistan.
in Aerospace Cranfield Airport prepares for delivery of Saab 340B
Posted 8 December 2020
The expansion of the Cranfield University flying fleet draws closer as its newly acquired Saab 340B aircraft has received its registration number and the two pilots have successfully completed their flight training.
in Aerospace Britten-Norman delivers new Islander to the Falkland Islands
Posted 8 December 2020
Britten-Norman delivered the first of two brand new BN2B-26 Islander aircraft to the Falkland Islands Government Aviation Service (FIGAS).
in Aerospace Rolls-Royce and Infosys partner on aerospace engineering in India
Posted 8 December 2020
Rolls-Royce and Infosys have signed a strategic partnership for sourcing engineering and R&D Services for Rolls-Royce’s Civil Aerospace business.
in Aerospace MAG rolls out UK’s largest airport COVID-19 testing scheme
Posted 8 December 2020
MAG (Manchester Airports Group) has launched COVID-19 testing facilities at all three of its airports.
in Aerospace / Events Paris Air Show 2021 cancelled
Posted 7 December 2020
In light of the uncertainty linked to the current COVID-19 health crisis, the Paris Air Show organisation has made the decision to cancel the 2021 edition of the show, which was scheduled to take place from 21st to 27th June 2021.
in Aerospace / Defence / Space Nasmyth expands its global reach across East Asia and Canada
Posted 7 December 2020
Nasmyth Group has extended its presence in Japan, China and Canada.
in Aerospace IATA reports continued air cargo recovery in October
Posted 7 December 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released October data for global air freight markets showing that air cargo demand continued to improve but at a slower pace than the previous month and remains below previous year
in Aerospace BA appoints Carrie Harris as Head of Sustainability
Posted 7 December 2020
British Airways has announced the appointment of Carrie Harris as its new Head of Sustainability, reflecting the increasing importance of sustainability for the airline.
in Aerospace Resonate Testing partners with Composites Testing Laboratory
Posted 2 December 2020
Newry based testing company, Resonate Testing Ltd., has partnered with Composites Testing Laboratory (CTL) in Galway to help increase their services and capabilities, as part of ambitious plans by both companies for
in Aerospace / Defence / Security Tech accelerator announces industry partnership with Steatite
Posted 2 December 2020
Worcestershire’s commercial technology accelerator based at Malvern Hills Science Park, BetaDen, is offering a package worth around £50,000 to develop and commercialise new technology, including for
in Aerospace NATS report charts further environmental progress
Posted 1 December 2020
Air traffic controllers at NATS helped enable more than 30,000 tonnes of CO2 savings during the past financial year through the greater use of direct aircraft routings, smoother climbs and descents and the more efficient use of airspace.
in Aerospace Loganair launches twice weekly service between Edinburgh and Jersey
Posted 1 December 2020
Loganair today announced a twice weekly service between Edinburgh and Jersey as an addition to its 2021 summer schedule.
in Aerospace Samad Aerospace completes first CTOL flight of 50% scale e-Starling
Posted 1 December 2020
Cranfield based UK technology startup, Samad Aerospace, has reached a major milestone with the successful conventional take-off and landing (CTOL) flight test of the company's 50% scale fully electric aircraft,
in Aerospace CAA launches new airspace classification procedure
Posted 1 December 2020
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has launched its new procedure to review the classification of airspace, which will take effect from today.
in Aerospace Rolls-Royce ramps up 100% SAF testing
Posted 1 December 2020
Rolls-Royce is conducting new ground tests on an engine demonstrator using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for the first time, aiming to confirm that unblended SAF makes a significant contribution to improving the environmental performance of
in Aerospace Cirium sees £2.1tn new aircraft spend by 2039 despite pandemic
Posted 30 November 2020
According to a new report, the 2020 Cirium Fleet Forecast, the world will need £2.1 trillion (US$2.8 trillion) worth of new aircraft over the next 20 years, despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic significantly
in Aerospace Gatwick introduces ExpressTest COVID-19 screening
Posted 30 November 2020
Gatwick Airport and ExpressTest (a division of Cignpost Diagnostics Limited) have opened a brand-new COVID-19 screening centre, with the first test available today.
in Aerospace / Defence / Events RAeS announces 2020 award winners
Posted 30 November 2020
The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) has announced the 2020 winners of the global aerospace community’s most prestigious and long-standing awards honouring achievement and innovation.
in Aerospace Orders for aircraft remain low despite highest deliveries of 2020
Posted 30 November 2020
The ongoing crisis causeed by the COVID-19 pandemic saw October 2020 log the lowest number of global commercial aircraft orders for the month on record with just 11 placed, with all orders made for single-aisle
in Aerospace / Defence PwC and ADS release Harnessing Innovation in Aerospace and Defence report
Posted 30 November 2020
While the UK is seen as a world leader in Aerospace and Defence (A&D) innovation, second only to the US, a lack of a leadership culture, challenges sourcing and retaining talent and the impact of COVID-19
in Aerospace IATA confirms Willie Walsh as new Director General and CEO
Posted 27 November 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced leadership changes approved by the 76th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM), with former CEO of International Airlines Group (IAG) Willie Walsh, becoming IATA’s
in Aerospace Savback Helicopters opens in the UK
Posted 26 November 2020
Savback Helicopters AB is establishing a presence in the UK for the first time with the appointment of Rick Andrew as Commercial Director, effective immediately.
in Aerospace Dnata launches dedicated inflight retail unit
Posted 25 November 2020
Air services provider, dnata, has further enhanced its global operations by launching a dedicated inflight retail centre of excellence, headquartered in the UK.
in Aerospace / Defence AdaCore introduces GNAT Pro for Wind River Helix Virtualisation Platform
Posted 25 November 2020
AdaCore today launched a new edition of its premier GNAT Pro Ada, C and C++ development toolsuites in support of the Wind River Helix Virtualisation Platform.
in Aerospace / Security Serco partners with NG Aviation on digitisation of Middle East's aviation sector
Posted 25 November 2020
Serco Middle East has entered a strategic agreement with NG Aviation, a European firm specialising in making aviation digital, which will enable the development of a unique product for satellite
in Aerospace ICAO releases free manual on COVID-19 testing and cross-border risk management
Posted 24 November 2020
The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has released its free Testing and Cross-border Risk Management Measures Manual, developed by the members of the dedicated CAPSCA group it
in Aerospace / Security ACI World joins CommonTrust and supports roll-out of CommonPass
Posted 24 November 2020
The World Economic Forum and The Commons Project Foundation today welcomed the Airport Council International (ACI) World, representing nearly 2,000 airports globally and five leading global airlines, as members of
in Aerospace England introduces testing strategy for international arrivals
Posted 24 November 2020
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has today announced that from 15th December 2020, passengers arriving into England from countries not featured on the government’s travel corridor list will have the option to take a test
in Aerospace MAG launches zero-emission flight competition
Posted 23 November 2020
The UK’s largest airport group, MAG, today launched a prize for the first airline to operate a zero-emission commercial flight from one of its airports.
in Aerospace Loganair launches daily service from Isle of Man to Heathrow
Posted 23 November 2020
Loganair, in partnership with the Isle of Man Government, will commence daily services between the island and London Heathrow, from 1st December 2020.
