Who is Katherine Moloney?

Of almost 30,000 pilots in the UK, fewer than 5% are women, but one aviator has set up a support network in a bid to help others get their wings. When Katherine Moloney began flying, she did not know any other female pilots. Keen to connect with likeminded women, she organized a lunch at Brighton City Airport. Forty people from across the industry showed up and Elevate Her Aviation was born. "We had the most amazing day," she said. "It was quite emotional. When I came away, I knew I wanted to take this forward in a more meaningful way." A year later, in May 2023, Ms Moloney launched Elevate Her - a website providing resources for aspiring pilots and a social media community that has quickly grown to about 1,000 people. Despite her father being a pilot, the 24-year-old grew up firmly believing aviation was not for her, but....

Stephanie Kenyon appointed as Interim CEO of WAI

The Board of Directors of Women in Aviation International (WAI), the largest organization in the world dedicated to advancing the interests of women in all areas of aviation and aerospace, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephanie Kenyon as interim Chief Executive Officer. Stephanie has served as WAI’s Chief Growth Officer since 2021, where she led the strategic direction and financial growth of the organization. She most recently assumed management of the organization’s successful scholarship program, including its new international university scholarships, and she launched Harvard University/WAI Emerging Leaders professional education program designed to give women the leadership skills needed to assume executive positions within their organizations and the aviation/aerospace industry. Captain Deborah Hecker, chair of the WAI Board of Directors, expressed confidence in Stephanie’s ability to lead the organization. “Stephanie’s proven leadership coupled with her understanding of the industry and nonprofit management make her an excellent choice as....

NASA, Boeing partner on Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project

Boeing and NASA will collaborate with US airlines to advise the Sustainable Flight Demonstrator (SFD) project and development of the X-66A research aircraft. As part of a new sustainability coalition, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines will provide input on operational efficiencies, maintenance, handling characteristics and airport compatibility. "Hearing directly from the operators during all phases of the Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project will help us understand exact requirements and tradeoffs," said Todd Citron, Boeing chief technology officer. "The airlines' feedback will significantly contribute to the X-66A project learnings while furthering aviation sustainability." The X-66A will test the Transonic Truss-Braced Wing (TTBW) airframe configuration and will be built from a modified MD-90 aircraft at a Boeing facility in Palmdale, Calif. It is NASA's first X-plane focused on helping achieve its goal of net-zero aviation greenhouse gas emissions. When combined with expected advancements in propulsion systems,....

Voyager Space, Airbus announces joint venture to build and operate Starlab

Voyager Space (Voyager) and Airbus Defence and Space (Airbus), recently announced an agreement paving the way for a transatlantic joint venture to develop, build, and operate Starlab, a commercial space station planned to succeed the International Space Station. The US-led joint venture will bring together world-class leaders in the space domain, while further uniting American and European interests in space exploration. “We are proud to charter the future of space stations with Airbus,” says Matthew Kuta, President at Voyager Space. “The International Space Station is widely regarded as the most successful platform for global cooperation in space history, and we are committed to building on this legacy as we move forward with Starlab. We are establishing this joint venture to reliably meet the known demand from global space agencies while opening new opportunities for commercial users.” Voyager was awarded a $160 million Space Act Agreement (SAA) from the National Aeronautics....

Air Canada joins Emirates at Terminal 3

Air Canada recently moved its operations to Dubai International’s Terminal 3 in July. The co-location of operations in one of the world’s premier terminals will significantly improve the connecting experience for customers and underscores the benefits of the partnership between the two airlines launched in November 2022. Customers transiting in Dubai between the Americas on Air Canada and the Middle East, Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia and Africa on Emirates will enjoy a seamless and expedited experience with the convenience of remaining in the same terminal. Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ chief commercial officer, said: “We are delighted to welcome Air Canada to Emirates Terminal 3 in Dubai, which marks another step forward in our strategic partnership to deliver even more value to travelers. Co-locating at T3 means Air Canada customers can enjoy a smooth connection experience when transiting in Dubai onto Emirates’ global network, and those eligible can enjoy access to Emirates’....

Abu Dhabi International Airport continues its upward trajectory with healthy figures

Abu Dhabi International Airport continues its upward trajectory as it recently announced the airport’s traffic results for the first half of 2023 which show healthy figures and outstanding growth in passenger numbers, flights and cargo movement. The figures confirm a significant increase of 67% in passenger traffic as 10,258,653 passengers passed through Abu Dhabi international Airport between 1 January and 30 June 2023, compared to 6,158,376 passengers served during the same period last year. Abu Dhabi International Airport also recorded 67,835 flights, a notable increase of 36% compared to 49,919 flights during H1 2022. Abu Dhabi International Airport’s network continues to expand rapidly with 114 destinations served by 27 airlines during H1 2023. The destinations with the highest passenger traffic served by Abu Dhabi International Airport during the period included Mumbai (461,081), London (374,017), Delhi (331,722), Kochi (316,460) and Doha (261,117). Frank McCrorie, Chief Operations Officer, Abu Dhabi Airports, said:....

Wizz Air expands its A321neo family fleet

Wizz Air has signed a firm contract for an additional 75 A321neo Family aircraft, taking its total order for the largest member of the Airbus single aisle to 434, and for Wizz’s  A320 Family overall to 565 aircraft. József Váradi, CEO of Wizz Air said; "With today's announcement, Wizz Air further reinforces its position as the largest A321neo Family operator in Europe and the Middle East. More than half our fleet has already been converted to cutting-edge neo technology. The A321neo’s unparalleled economic efficiency and remarkably low carbon footprint underpin our commitment to provide affordable and sustainable travel options for our customers. We have enjoyed a longstanding strategic partnership with Airbus and are steadfast in our commitment to this exceptional technology with one of the largest outstanding order books in the world of more than 350 neo aircraft.” Wizz Air is an all Airbus operator with a fleet of over....

IARP selects 4 vendors to develop technologies and new approaches for tracking debris in space

The Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity selected four vendors to develop technologies and new approaches for tracking small debris objects in space. A-Tech, Advanced Space, SRI International, and West Virginia University Research Corporation won four-year contracts of undisclosed value for the Space Debris Identification and Tracking (SINTRA) program. The four vendors were selected through a competitive Broad Agency Announcement. IARPA, an agency under the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, said that the four companies will develop technologies and methods to detect, track and characterize miniature space debris. “Resulting technologies hold the potential to protect manned spacecraft and other valuable space assets from these compact threats, which are difficult to detect and track and can cause significant damage,” IARPA said. The agency said the goal of the SINTRA program is to fill gaps in current space debris-monitoring systems, which currently only track and monitor debris objects larger than four....

Serco opens new applications for Graduate Space Program

Serco, which recently launched its Saudi Space Division based out of Riyadh, has opened applications for its Graduate Space Program. The program is aimed at recruiting young national engineers. With the growth of its international reputation in the space industry a key pillar in Vision 2030, the Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) is tasked with ensuring that local talent is nurtured and developed in what is still a developing sector for the nation. Serco, as a government impact partner will, through its Saudi Space Division, utilize more than 40 years of space experience globally to develop the talent and skills of national residents within relevant fields. The launch of its graduate program is the first phase in ensuring the transfer of operational knowledge and capabilities to young engineers and scientists in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The space-specific program is the first of its kind within the Kingdom of....

Textron Aviation ramps up comfort with CoolView technology

Textron Aviation is introducing an upgrade for its Beechcraft King Air 260 and 360 turboprops: CoolView windows that will minimize heat transfer into the cabin on the ramp and offer comfort and cabin cooling for passengers. Beginning in early 2024, all new King Air aircraft will be first in the category to be equipped with CoolView windows manufactured by Lee Aerospace. The introduction of CoolView windows reflects Textron's commitment to innovative solutions that enhance the flying experience for both pilots and passengers. According to Lee Aerospace's independent testing, the addition of a thin metallic inner layer, allows the windows to significantly reduce the amount of infrared light entering the cabin, ensuring a cooler and more comfortable environment during ramp operations. “At Textron Aviation, we're committed to incorporating the latest technology and customer feedback into our aircraft to deliver the best customer experience for owners, pilots and passengers,” says Lannie O'Bannion,....

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