The Airframer Bulletin

European Space Agency (ESA)

Every Bulletin story and press release covering European Space Agency (ESA), newest first.

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2026

14 May

Discussions are already underway with additional European aerospace companies to expand the programme.

Dassault and OHB team up on European reusable spaceplane

The proposed VORTEX-S vehicle supports orbital transport and autonomous missions as Europe pursues independent space mobility capabilities.

2025

17 July

ReleaseEmbention becomes the first POA-certified manufacturer specializing in autopilots for drones and eVTOLs, approved by AESA

20 June

ReleaseThe European Space Agency and Dassault Aviation paving the way for potential collaborations

29 May

ReleaseAltair signs MoU with Georgia Institute of Technology to spur aerospace innovation

2021

15 April

UltraAir is a laser communication terminal demonstrator for aircraft.

Airbus laser comms terminal promises speed and security

The UltraAir terminal will be capable of laser connections between an aircraft and a satellite in geostationary orbit at a rate of several gigabits-per-second, while providing anti-jamming and low probability of interception.

2019

22 October

ReleaseReaction Engines test programme fully validates precooler at hypersonic heat conditions

7 May

ReleaseInmarsat SB-S approved by U.S. Federal Aviation Administration for operations and safety communications

2017

5 October

ReleaseAviation industry set to grow faster than global GDP

2016

16 September

Releasee-Go aeroplanes is seeking a buyer

6 May