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The Airframer Bulletin

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Edition of 19 January Published every Thursday
Lead story

DragonFly pilot assistance technology enters test phase

As well as automated diversions and landing assistance, Airbus UpNext has explored features for taxi assistance, which were tested in real-time conditions at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport.

19 January 2023
The systems are being trialled aboard an A350-1000 test aircraft.
The systems are being trialled aboard an A350-1000 test aircraft.
The flight team practiced chase formation and communication sequencing for the upcoming separation test.

Hypersonic test vehicle TA-0 hitches second ride

The ongoing flight test program continues on target towards separation test and the first hypersonic flight of TA-1 within the first half of 2023.

19 January 2023
Parker Meggitt Energy Buffer

Airbus partners Parker Meggitt for energy buffer

The eBuffer will maximize safety, efficiency and weight while balancing electric and mechanical constraints, as a piece of the electrical system that will complement the Fuel Cell primary power source.

19 January 2023
In partnership with DLR and DFS, Rohde & Schwarz built LDACS demonstrator devices and carried out flight tests with a DLR test aircraft.

Developer targets 2028 for market launch of LDACS

Rohde and Schwarz will be able to supply equipment for ground stations and be well-positioned to offer solutions to aircraft manufacturers, integrators and their customers for use on board aircraft.

19 January 2023
Northrop Grumman is developing the next generation radar for the F-35 Lightning II.

Northrop Grumman sets to work on future F-35 radar

The AN/APG-85 is an advanced multifunction sensor that will be compatible with all variants of the F-35 aircraft and will be capable of defeating current and projected adversarial air and surface threats.

19 January 2023
Textron Aviation employees celebrate the delivery of the 3,000th Cessna Caravan family aircraft. (Photo: Business Wire)

Textron delivers 3,000th Caravan turboprop

The Caravan program was launched in 1981, and was certificated in 1984. Over forty years of product evolution it has become one of the most widely used aircraft types throughout the world.

19 January 2023
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Edition of 5 January 2023

Sikorsky tasked with full-rate production for CH-53K

Full-rate production will give confidence in the diverse network of more than 200 CH‑53K suppliers across 35 states, allowing bulk purchases and resulting efficiencies.

5 January 2023