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The Airframer Bulletin

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Edition of 10 March Published every Thursday
Lead story

Gambit kicks off a third product line for GA-ASI

GA-ASI has launched more than 25 UAS variants, beginning with the Gnat in 1992 and has now introduced a third aircraft class - alongside the established Predator line and recently announced Mojave - dubbed Evolution.

9 March 2022
More news – General Atomics Gambit Series, Airframer, Weapons Systems
The new Evolution line of advanced UAS will deliver next-gen UAS that lead in advanced, affordable, attritable and autonomous combat power.
The new Evolution line of advanced UAS will deliver next-gen UAS that lead in advanced, affordable, attritable and autonomous combat power.
Martin Peryea, CEO (left) of Jaunt Air Mobility signs an agreement with Amit Chadha, CEO of LTTS (right).

Jaunt signs up engineering support for the Journey

The Journey takes off like a helicopter and transitions to flying like a fixed-wing aeroplane using patented Slowed-Rotor Compound technology. LTTS will help make it happen.

9 March 2022
More news – Jaunt JX/JC250, Technical Consultants
Pipistrel’s type-certified electric propulsion technologies are deployed in the Velis Electro.

BAE Systems and Pipistrel build military electric expertise

The drive to develop sustainable products is a key focus for BAE Systems, including electrification, increased use of synthetics and other greener energy sources. Pipistrel bring considerable experience to the party.

9 March 2022
More news – Electrical Power Systems, Electric Propulsion
The innovative design and manufacturing of shorter and lighter Turbine Rear Structure will contribute to lower carbon emissions.

GKN lightweight structure promises lower turbine emissions

Shorter and lighter structure compared to a traditional TRS using a novel metallic alloy with higher temperature capability, as well as both metal casting and 3D-printed technology provides a significant weight reduction.

9 March 2022
More news – Engine Structure & Casings, Power Transmission
The new battery in the EcoPulse demonstrator is being developed by Airbus Defence and Space in Toulouse.

Airbus reports progress on Lithium-Ion battery technology

Following cell selection and subsequent design integration for EcoPulse, several prototype/specimen batteries will soon be subjected to testing in Toulouse according to stringent aeronautical standards.

9 March 2022
More news – Batteries & Accessories
Kaman Aerospace Jacksonville Division will continue to deliver the HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopter cockpit from 2022 through 2025.

Sikorsky extends Kaman cockpit deal for the HH-60W

Kaman has been providing H-60 cockpits since 2004 and a new deal now takes the arrangement with Sikorsky up to 2025 for the HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopter.

9 March 2022
More news – Sikorsky S-70A Black Hawk, Airframe Assemblies
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Edition of 3 March 2022

Rossell Techsys wins contract for Red Hawk wire harnesses

Indian manufacturer Rossell has already manufactured over 100,000 EWIS parts for Boeing, and now it has a ten-year agreement to supply more for the T-7A Red Hawk.

3 March 2022
More news – Boeing T-7A Red Hawk, Terminals, Relays & Switching

First A380 returns to the limelight with ZEROe hydrogen engine

3 March 2022
More news – Airbus A380, Airbus ZEROe, Airframer

AAI partners Dassault to resurrect the Albatross

3 March 2022
More news – AAI G-111 Turbo Albatross, Design Software

Stratolaunch carrier nears operational status after gear tests

3 March 2022
More news – Stratolaunch Roc, Stratolaunch Talon-A, Airframer

Tech Mahindra brings experience to flying car project

3 March 2022
More news – ASKA A5, Composite Materials, Test Services, Technical Consultants, Engine Controls & Monitoring, Airframer

EHang sets a pathway for passenger certification

3 March 2022
More news – EHang 216, Airframer
Edition of 24 February 2022

Northern exposure is completed for Korea's LAH

During two months in the biting cold of northern Canada KAI tested 165 items on its light armed helicopter. Performance, vibration, and load by exposure to cryogenic temperatures all came under scrutiny.

24 February 2022
More news – Airframer

Reactivated IAI line resumes F-16 wing deliveries

24 February 2022
More news – Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon, Airframe Assemblies

FACC is tasked with composite component manufacture for Pearl 10X

24 February 2022
More news – Engine Rotating & Gas-Path Parts

ITP hands over UltraFan turbine to Rolls-Royce

24 February 2022
More news – Engine Rotating & Gas-Path Parts

Government tasks P&W with hydrogen propulsion project

24 February 2022
More news – Turbine Engines

Embraer puts the E175-E2 on ice for three years

24 February 2022
More news – Embraer E-Jet 170/190 series, Airframer
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