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The Airframer Bulletin

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Edition of 23 January Published every Thursday
Lead story

Xiaopeng Huitian commits to Schaeffler flying car powertrains

Under a new agreement, Schaeffler will provide the core components of flying electric drive, the stator and rotor assembly of the motor, for Xiaopeng Huitian's latest "land aircraft carrier" split flying car.

23 January 2025
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Schaeffler and flying car company Xiaopeng Huitian signed a mass production cooperation agreement. Zhu Jiang, Director of Aerospace Industry and Sales of Schaeffler China Industrial Business Group (front right), and Huang Ying, Senior Purchasing Director of Xiaopeng Huitian, signed on behalf of both parties (front left). Wen Haoding, President of Schaeffler China Industrial Business Group (second from right in the back row), Tao Jun, Senior Director of the Motor Business Unit of the Electric Drive Business Group (first from right in the back row), Zhao Deli, founder and president of Xiaopeng Huitian (second from left in the back row), and Zheng Congwei, co-founder and vice president of Xiaopeng Huitian (first from left in the back row) witnessed the signing.
Schaeffler and flying car company Xiaopeng Huitian signed a mass production cooperation agreement. Zhu Jiang, Director of Aerospace Industry and Sales of Schaeffler China Industrial Business Group (front right), and Huang Ying, Senior Purchasing Director of Xiaopeng Huitian, signed on behalf of both parties (front left). Wen Haoding, President of Schaeffler China Industrial Business Group (second from right in the back row), Tao Jun, Senior Director of the Motor Business Unit of the Electric Drive Business Group (first from right in the back row), Zhao Deli, founder and president of Xiaopeng Huitian (second from left in the back row), and Zheng Congwei, co-founder and vice president of Xiaopeng Huitian (first from left in the back row) witnessed the signing.
The CNC Unison Breeze 80mm Electric Pipe and Tube Draw Bender enables Wall Colmonoy to improve manufacturing efficiency and sustainability while meeting growing demand for aircraft exhaust systems.

Wall Colmonoy Oklahoma City upgrades with CNC tube bender

The addition of the advanced equipment has enhanced tube bending precision, reduced waste and streamlined the manufacturing of aircraft exhaust parts.

23 January 2025

CPI Aero secures $4.3 million for Black Hawk gunner windows

The company's multiple new contracts, which strengthen its support for Sikorsky's fleet operations, are set to span five years.

23 January 2025

XTI accelerates TriFan 600 development with supercomputer

Access to the advanced computing resources will refine the company's VTOL design optimisation process and improve efficiency for next-generation aviation.

23 January 2025
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The company’s aerostructure assembly at Witham Field includes horizontal stabilisers for Boeing 767 jetliners and the KC-46 aerial tanker.

Daher secures long-term lease for Florida aerostructures facility

The recent lease approval marks an important step forward for Daher’s footprint in the North American aviation market.

23 January 2025
The celebration marked a turning point in South Korea’s domestic attack helicopter development.

KAI celebrates first flight of prototype Marine Attack Helicopter

The demonstration flight displayed control performance, stability and precision across various complex manoeuvres.

23 January 2025
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Edition of 16 January 2025

RX4E is first electric aircraft certified for commercial use

The milestone certification will support sustainable aviation development and boost short-haul mobility in regions with limited road infrastructure.

16 January 2025
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Edition of 9 January 2025

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