V-280 prepares for first flight
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OCT
9

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Space

Podcast: SpaceX’s Big Falcon Rocket and other New Space Surprises

Aviation Week’s editors discuss a blizzard of developments in space—from Elon Musk’s new plan to reach Mars, to NASA’s recommitment to visiting the Moon and beyond.

Rotorcraft

Bell V-280 Ready For First Flight

The true first flight milestone will occur sometime in late October or early November, when the aircraft hovers about 20-30 ft. off the ground for about 1-2 hr. of powered hover testing.

 

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Business Aviation

Honeywell Predicts Demand For 8,300 BizJets Next Decade

Big-cabin business jets are expected to secure the highest demand in business aviation over the next decade, according to a just-released forecast by Honeywell Aerospace.

Commercial Aviation

The Rise Of Two Brothers: The Slatterys’ Careers In Aerospace

John and Domhnal Slattery ended up in different parts of the commercial aviation industry, but both rose to the top.

 

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