Lufthansa to Cut Thousands of Jobs as AI Reshapes Operations The aviation industry is no stranger to technological advancements shaping its landscape. As artificial intelligence continues to make waves across various sectors, Lufthansa, one of the world’s leading airlines, has announced its plans to cut thousands of jobs. The majority of these job cuts are […]
Engineers design AI-triggered airbag bubble to protect passengers in plane crash
Engineers Design AI-Triggered Airbag Bubble to Protect Passengers in Plane Crash A team of engineers from BITS Pilani’s Dubai campus has unveiled Project REBIRTH, an AI-powered innovation set to revolutionize passenger safety in the event of a plane crash. This groundbreaking technology features an airbag bubble that deploys within milliseconds of impact, cocooning passengers and […]
Heathrow Terminal 4 shut after ‘hazardous materials incident’ sparks major response
Heathrow Terminal 4 Evacuated: A Closer Look at the ‘Hazardous Materials Incident’ Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 4 was evacuated on Monday evening after firefighters responded to a “possible hazardous materials incident.” The safety and security of passengers and staff are always paramount in such situations, leading to swift action to ensure the well-being of everyone involved. […]
Captured carbon becomes palm oil-like fat in breakthrough for aviation fuel
Captured Carbon Becomes Palm Oil-Like Fat in Breakthrough for Aviation Fuel LanzaTech Global, a carbon recycling company, has announced a major innovation that could reshape the future of aviation fuel. By harnessing captured carbon, a byproduct of industrial processes that would otherwise contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, LanzaTech has successfully transformed it into a palm […]
China’s new ‘scissor wing’ project could revive a hypersonic drone concept
China’s New ‘Scissor Wing’ Project Could Revive a Hypersonic Drone Concept Chinese engineers are reportedly working on their own version of the oblique wing concept. Developed in the 1950s by NASA engineer Robert T. Jones, the oblique wing design aims to improve aircraft fuel efficiency and performance by allowing the wing to pivot mid-flight. This […]
Boom-free supersonic jet aims for New York–Paris in less than 4 hours
The Future of Travel: Spike Aerospace’s Boom-Free Supersonic Jet Redefining Air Travel Boston-based aerospace manufacturer Spike Aerospace says it has reached a new stage in developing its revolutionary boom-free supersonic jet. This innovative aircraft aims to transport passengers from New York to Paris in less than four hours, marking a significant milestone in the world […]
Denver airport eyes small nuclear reactor to reach ‘greenest airport’ goals
Denver Airport Eyes Small Nuclear Reactor to Reach ‘Greenest Airport’ Goals An international airport in the United States is looking for ways to build a nuclear reactor on its premises to achieve its ambitious goal of becoming the “greenest airport” in the world. Denver International Airport (DIA) has set its sights on implementing a small […]
United Airlines grounds mainline flights amid tech glitch
United Airlines Grounds Mainline Flights Amid Tech Glitch United Airlines, one of the major players in the aviation industry, faced a significant setback recently as they were forced to ground hundreds of mainline flights due to a tech glitch. This unexpected turn of events led to delays in departures, affecting key hubs across the United […]
Alaska Airlines grounds over 200 flights after widespread IT system failure
Alaska Airlines Grounds Over 200 Flights After Widespread IT System Failure Alaska Airlines grounded all its flights on Sunday evening following an unspecified IT outage that affected its systems, causing major disruptions to its operations. This incident highlights the critical role of technology in the airline industry and the potential consequences of IT failures in […]
Video: NASA’s supersonic jet begins ‘taxi tests’ to break sound barrier silently
Video: NASA’s Supersonic Jet Conducts ‘Taxi Tests’ to Break Sound Barrier Silently For the first time, NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft has moved under its power, marking a significant milestone in the quest to revolutionize supersonic travel. The X-59, developed under NASA’s Low-Boom Flight Demonstration program, aims to address the longstanding challenge of sonic booms, […]