250-ton Typhoon Rocket Engine Successfully Tested: German Firm’s Preburner Endures 16 Hot Fire Tests A German company has completed a six-week test of its full-flow staged combustion rocket engine, marking a significant milestone in the realm of aerospace engineering. The 250-ton Typhoon rocket engine, developed by the innovative firm, has recently undergone a series of […]
GE Aerospace teases potential hypersonic successor to SR-71 Blackbird in new video
GE Aerospace Teases Potential Hypersonic Successor to SR-71 Blackbird in New Video A new video posted by GE Aerospace has fueled speculation that the American firm will be unveiling a revolutionary hypersonic aircraft, potentially succeeding the iconic SR-71 Blackbird. The teaser video, which has sent aviation enthusiasts into a frenzy, showcases sleek design concepts and […]
First made-in-Australia rocket’s debut flight ends in crash moments after liftoff
The First made-in-Australia rocket’s debut flight ends in crash moments after liftoff Gilmour Space Technologies, an Australian company, attempted its first test launch of the Eris rocket with high hopes of a successful mission. The Eris rocket was designed to be the first Australian-made rocket to reach the edge of space. However, the much-anticipated debut […]
Firefly’s $177M NASA mission to deliver rovers and sensors to Moon’s south pole
Firefly’s $177M NASA Mission to Deliver Rovers and Sensors to Moon’s South Pole Firefly Aerospace has secured a $176.7 million NASA contract to deliver five payloads to the Moon’s south pole. This significant achievement marks a major milestone for the private aerospace company, positioning them as a key player in the burgeoning space exploration industry. […]
Scientists grow aircraft-grade carbon fiber from algae in breakthrough green tech trial
Scientists Grow Aircraft-Grade Carbon Fiber from Algae in Breakthrough Green Tech Trial What if the next aircraft you board is built from pond scum? German scientists have recently made this seemingly outlandish idea a reality by successfully growing aircraft-grade carbon fiber from algae. This groundbreaking innovation marks a significant milestone in the realm of green […]
Spanish firm takes over US space balloon pioneer once seen as tourism gamechanger
Spanish Firm Takes Over US Space Balloon Pioneer Once Seen as Tourism Gamechanger Space Perspective was once hailed as a pioneer of affordable space tourism. The company, founded by Taber MacCallum and Jane Poynter, aimed to offer tourists a unique experience of floating at the edge of space in a giant balloon, providing breathtaking views […]
Tiny joint movements 100 times thinner than hair to boost aircraft engines’ safety
Tiny Joint Movements: The Future of Aircraft Engine Safety German scientists have created new simulation tools that could make aircraft engines and lightweight structures safer than ever before. These tools focus on tiny joint movements that are 100 times thinner than human hair, aiming to revolutionize the aviation industry’s approach to safety and performance. In […]
US-based unmanned combat aircraft could boost European forces’ battleground power
US-based Unmanned Combat Aircraft Revolutionizing European Forces A San Diego-based defense giant has launched an initiative to deliver new uncrewed combat aircraft, potentially reshaping the landscape of European military capabilities. This move could significantly enhance the power and efficiency of European forces on the battleground, ushering in a new era of defense strategy and innovation. […]
Lockheed tests low-cost cruise missiles that turn cargo planes, choppers into bombers
Lockheed Martin Tests Low-Cost Cruise Missiles to Transform Cargo Planes and Choppers into Bombers Lockheed Martin has successfully tested two new versions of its Common Multi-Mission Truck (CMMT), a groundbreaking development that could revolutionize the landscape of military operations. These low-cost cruise missiles have the potential to transform ordinary cargo planes and helicopters into powerful […]
Europe’s first runway‑launched hydrogen hypersonic jet aims to fly at Mach 5
Europe’s First Runway-Launched Hydrogen Hypersonic Jet Aims to Fly at Mach 5 The European Space Agency (ESA) has kicked off a research program to develop hypersonic technologies, with a groundbreaking focus on creating Europe’s first runway-launched hydrogen hypersonic jet capable of reaching speeds of Mach 5. This ambitious project marks a significant leap forward in […]