Lockheed Martin Proposes $3B Fixed-Price Mars Sample Return
This article was published on: July10,2025 9:35 AM
Lockheed Martin Space is offering NASA a commercial, fixed-price solution for the Mars Sample Return (MSR) mission, aiming to deliver the project for under $3 billion—less than half the current $7 billion estimate. The company’s approach leverages proven designs and streamlined operations to reduce costs and risk. “Our goal is to utilize existing designs andRead More
Boeing Secures $2.8B Deal for U.S. ESS Satellites
This article was published on: July10,2025 9:31 AM
Boeing has been awarded a $2.8B contract for the Evolved Strategic Satellite Communications (ESS) program, the space-based component of the U.S. nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) architecture. The initial contract is for two satellites, with options for two more in the future. “It’s a critical time to advance U.S. space capabilities to ensure peaceRead More
IATA Comments on Misguided Solidarity Levy Proposal
This article was published on: July9,2025 9:57 AM
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expressed its deep disappointment at the recommendation of the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force (GSLTF) to target air transportation in its aim to “improve domestic revenue mobilization of developing countries and support international solidarity (in particular with regards to climate change mitigation and adaptation, pandemics and other development challenges).”Read More
Qantas Becomes Asia-Pacific’s First A321XLR Operator
This article was published on: July9,2025 8:54 AM
Australia’s Qantas Airways is set to become the Asia-Pacific launch operator of the latest generation single aisle A321XLR following the delivery of its first aircraft from the Airbus assembly line in Finkenwerder, Hamburg. Reflecting the long-range capability of the A321XLR, the aircraft is flying from the Airbus facility to Sydney with just one crew restRead More
FlySafair Launches SA’s First AI Travel Assistant
This article was published on: July9,2025 8:51 AM
In a pioneering move that ushers in a new era for travel customer service, FlySafair, South Africa’s leading low-cost airline, has launched Lindi, a cutting-edge AI interface. The airline is the first in South Africa to trial a free AI-powered travel assistant, designed to transform the customer experience through technology. At this stage in development, Lindi’sRead More
Volato Sells GC Aviation for $2M, Refocuses on Tech Platforms
This article was published on: July8,2025 6:41 AM
Volato Group, Inc. (NYSE American: SOAR), a technology-driven private aviation company, has completed the sale of its subsidiary GC Aviation, including its FAA Part 135 air carrier certificate, for $2 million in cash. The buyer was not disclosed. The divestiture marks a strategic shift for Volato, as the company moves away from direct flight operationsRead More
ASELSAN’s YILDIRIM 100 DIRCM Passes Live Missile Test
This article was published on: July8,2025 2:11 AM
ASELSAN, Türkiye’s leading defense technology company, has successfully completed a live-fire test of its YILDIRIM 100 Directed Infrared Countermeasure (DIRCM) system, demonstrating its ability to deflect infrared-guided missiles equipped with live warheads. This achievement marks a significant advancement in Türkiye’s laser-based countermeasure capabilities, an area mastered by only a select group of nations. During theRead More
Aloula Aviation Receives Saudi Arabia’s First Bombardier Challenger 3500
This article was published on: July7,2025 4:36 AM
Aloula Aviation, based in Dammam, has taken delivery of the first of three Bombardier Challenger 3500 business jets, marking the first registration of the type in Saudi Arabia. The delivery, announced by Bombardier Inc. (BOMBF, BBD-B.TO), is part of a direct order for three aircraft, with the second unit (msn 21073) expected soon and detailsRead More
