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MiG Aircraft Corporation reveals details of MIG-35 demonstration flight

Cutting-edge multipurpose helicopters to be showcased at MAKS-2017 air show

The Russian Helicopter company will showcase two versions of the Mi-8AMT helicopter, which is manufactured by Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant, at the MAKS-2017 International Air Show. The first version will be multi-purpose, capable of carrying out medical evacuation and transportation of cargo and personne...

MEBAA Show Morocco: Key market leaders on board, Jetex appointed official handler

The second edition of the MEBAA Show Morocco, taking place at its new location in Marrakech Menara Airport from 12-13 September, is solidifying its reputation as the place to be for business aviation in the region, with more high profile exhibitors committing to the event. Industry leader Bell He...

Russian Scientists Finish Aircraft 'Nervous System' to Improve Flight Safety

Russia's Foundation for Advanced Research Projects (FPI) has completed the development of the advanced control system of aircraft structures state, which is based on the principles of the nervous system of living organisms and is expected to significantly improve flight safety, head of the project Dmitry Uspensky told Sputnik on Tuesday. According to Uspensky, the monitoring system of&...

The A350-900 visits MAKS air show in Russia

Airbus displays the world’s most modern and efficient aircraft The world’s most advanced aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, will visit the international aviation and space salon MAKS in Russia from the 18th to 23rd July in Zhukovsky. The A350-900 flight test aircraft, MSN002, will take part in flying displays and be on static for cabin visits on 18th and 19th&...

Fursan Al Emarat arrived to Zhukovsky

On July 11, aircraft of UAE National Aerobatic Team the Fursan Al Emarat (the Knights) arrived at Ramenskoye airfield of Gromov Flight Research Institute. Flight and technical crew members will be acquainted withstationing conditions of the airfield, undergo a necessary training by the specialists of Gromov Flight Research Institute, and on July 12, practice flights will begin. Visitors...

Win an A380 round-trip flight for two on iflyA380.com

What’s better than flying to a world-class destination aboard Airbus’ 21st century flagship jetliner, the A380? Doing so for free! And through 17 July, Airbus is offering the chance to do just that. Winners of Airbus’ “Round-trip ticket” contest can choose a flight with any A380 operator (there are 13 of them worldwide) to any city the carrier serves on a route wit...

Business aviation industry gears up for MEBAA Show Morocco

A new unmanned helicopter with an Arctic modification presented

The Russian Helicopters company, part of the Rostec state corporation, presented a new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) at the International Industrial Trade Fair INNOPROM-2017, the company’s press service said Monday. It is also noted that the complex is planned to be produced in two versions: Arctic Supervision with side-viewing radar for ice reconnaissance and exploita...

Dassault’s Falcon 8X to Highlight CIBAS 2017

First 8X in China to be Delivered Shortly This year, the Beijing International Business Aviation Show (CIBAS) will feature the Falcon 8X, Dassault’s newest business jet in the ultra-long range class. Since entering into service last year, the 6,450 nm/11,945 km trijet has been delivered to operators in key markets around the world, including the United States, Europe, Russia, the Middl...

The third edition of Leonardo's Innovation awards

Students, new graduates and doctoral candidates from Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) faculties at Italian universities have been called on to present their innovative ideas Winners will be rewarded with internships and bursaries Technologies and innovative solutions designed to protect cultural heritage are amongst the areas of research covered For more information visit...

Holographic panels to be used to showcase newest aircraft and helicopters at MAKS 2017

Rosoboronexport, a member of Rostec State Corporation, will display Russian-made products at the MAKS 2017 airspace salon using state-of-the-art exhibition technologies. "For the first time, Rosoboronexport will use holographic panels to showcase its armament and military equipment and display the products at MAKS 2017 in the form of an interactive multi-screen presentation featuring the h...

Facebook's internet-beaming drone has completed its second test flight and didn't crash

Facebook has completed its second test flight for its solar-powered, internet-beaming drone called Aquila. The flight was conducted on May 22 in Yuma, Arizona and lasted for one hour and 46 minutes. Facebook said that the drone "landed perfectly on our prepared landing site." An earlier version of Aquila was "substantially damaged" in a crash during its first test flight...

SES demonstration at Paris International Air Show

The 52nd edition of the Paris International Air Show closed its doors a few days ago. For those who have not been able to meet the SES teams or attend the demonstrations, you will find below a quick summary of the innovations presented SES, the global leader in the satellite industry, presented its rapid response communications solution designed for defense, security and humanitarian missions a...

Pratt & Whitney Launches "Go Beyond"

Pratt & Whitney debuted "Go Beyond," its new brand platform, at the Paris Air Show, with advertising strategically placed throughout the show sharing the company's belief that flight is an engine for human progress. "Go Beyond" represents both the company's long-standing commitment to accelerating the technology of modern flight, and the "never stop solvi...

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