Prosperity and problems new sales chief will inherit
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Airbus After Leahy

Airbus turns to an outsider for its new sales chief. Our editors discuss the prosperity—and problems—that he will inherit.

DEFENSE

B-21 Raider Headed Toward Critical Design Review, RCO Says

Since being stood up in April 2003, the U.S. Air Force’s shadowy Rapid Capabilities Office has expanded significantly, now overseeing 30 weapons programs valued at more than $30 billion over the next five years.

 

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TECHNOLOGY

Drones More Dangerous Than Birds, FAA Collision Study Says

Drone collisions with aircraft will cause more impact damage than a bird strike of equivalent size and speed, concludes a study conducted for the FAA. 

SPACE

NASA Moves To Address Wfirst Cost, Mission Challenges

NASA’s multibillion-dollar Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope is undergoing a near-term, top-to-bottom cost/benefit analysis and a descoping of the technically challenging coronagraph.

 

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MRO

U.S. Line MRO Specialist Expects Augmented Reality To Gain Traction

The big advantage of augmented reality tools, for either training or supporting aircraft maintenance, lies in the ability to bridge long distances

COMMERCIAL AVIATION

European Majors Look To Electric Future

Three major European manufacturing groups plan to take a significant step toward hybrid-electric propulsion for commercial aircraft.

 

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