Aiming to mitigate effects from delayed Exploration Mission-1
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European Airlines Look To Long-Haul Growth Opportunities

European carriers are pursuing long-haul growth to counter challenges such as geopolitical uncertainty, competition from low-cost carriers and the threat of more terrorist attacks.

SPACE

NASA To Jump Orion Abort Test Ahead Of Delayed SLS Debut

Aiming to mitigate effects from delayed Exploration Mission-1, the ascent abort test of Orion’s launch escape system will proceed, program manager says.

 

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DEFENSE

Raytheon Boosting Performance Of TPY-2 Radar

The U.S. Missile Defense Agency and Raytheon will greatly improve detection range and sensitivity of the X-band TPY-2 missile defense radar through the introduction of gallium nitride semiconductor components.

MRO

Engine-Wash Timing Still Under Evaluation For New Powerplants

Determining when to wash new engines—the process of which reduces fuel burn and lowers exhaust gas temperature —is still under evaluation for a couple of new powerplants.

 

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Cathay & Qatar: Who Wins?

At first glance, it’s difficult to see the gains that Qatar Airways’ stake in Cathay Pacific Airways brings to either airline. But dig deeper and there may be advantages that emerge from this new Chinese-Arab aviation relationship.

 

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