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The Airframer Bulletin

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Edition of 9 January Published every Thursday
Lead story

Collier software optimises X-59 nose cone for Swift

Swift Engineering used Collier Aerospace’s HyperX software to achieve over 25% weight reduction on the X-59’s nose cone, meeting critical design requirements.

9 January 2025
More news – Design Software
The X-59, a unique experimental aircraft from Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, is part of the Quesst (Quiet Supersonic Technology) mission of U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to quiet loud sonic booms.
The X-59, a unique experimental aircraft from Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, is part of the Quesst (Quiet Supersonic Technology) mission of U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to quiet loud sonic booms.
Testing the Pratt & Whitney F100 engine.

Hermeus launches HEAT testing facility for hypersonic engines

The facility aims to reduce testing costs and capacity constraints, while supporting the development of next-generation hypersonic aircraft.

9 January 2025
The VXE30 Stalker with 'Havoc' configuration in flight.

Edge enhances Stalker UAS with Havoc configuration

The Havoc upgrade doubles the VXE30’s endurance and payload capacity, improving its versatility for various military operations.

9 January 2025
Vertical's VX4 prototype eVTOL, which completed its first piloted thrustborne flight manoeuvres.

Vertical Aerospace advances eVTOL testing with AI tools and flight milestones

The company has partnered with Monolith to optimise AI-powered testing and has completed its first piloted thrustborne manoeuvres, with wingborne tests next on the agenda.

9 January 2025

Aerolloy strengthens capabilities with VAR furnace and major contracts

Aerolloy's newly commissioned VAR furnace and key approvals from IAI, Safran and Dassault have elevated its position in the global aerospace sector.

9 January 2025
More news – Metals
The Ann 6 is pitched to become an important player in the regional and inter-regional AAM.

Manta reveals full-scale mock-up of hybrid-electric Ann Plus

Debuted at China's Zhuhai Airshow, Ann Plus combines hybrid propulsion with advanced design features, showcasing new possibilities for regional air mobility in urban and remote areas.

9 January 2025
More news – Airframer
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Edition of 19 December 2024

Bell picks Denton County for FLRAA components

Bell is committed to establishing future manufacturing locations to deliver the first fielded aircraft by the early 2030s and do its part to revolutionise U.S. Army aviation.

19 December 2024
Edition of 12 December 2024

Bell completes tunnel testing to validate stop/fold jet transition

Building upon the previous folding rotor testing, the wind tunnel program validated the stability and control of the aircraft through the rotor fold and unfold sequence in flight.

12 December 2024
More news – Bell X-76, Test Services