June 2013

Civilian aviation news, General Aviation News June 12, 2013

The A350 XWB “takes shape” online prior to its first flight

With the A350 XWB scheduled for its maiden flight on 14 June, Airbus has published the latest “Shaping Efficiency” newsletter with new highlights on this…

EXTRA NEWS, Military Aviation News June 11, 2013

Final Section of Giant Aircraft Carrier Rolls Out Onto the Clyde

Glasgow, United Kingdom: The BAE Systems built Aft Island of the Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carrier was today loaded onto a sea-going barge ahead of…

Civilian aviation news June 11, 2013

Industrial action in France

Industrial action in France is causing considerable disruption, with several hundred flights cancelled and long delays. Looking at all the flights across Europe, there is…

Civilian aviation news June 11, 2013

Singapore-bound JAL Dreamliner flight aborted

(AFP) A Singapore-bound Dreamliner flight had to be aborted mid-air after developing a glitch with its anti-icing system, its Japanese operator said on Tuesday, the…

Military Aviation News June 11, 2013

Asian sea tensions boon for aircraft makers

(AFP) Simmering territorial tensions over Asian seas and the rise of piracy are fuelling demand for naval patrol planes, now one of the fastest growing…

Civilian aviation news June 11, 2013

Airbus sets A350 maiden flight for Friday

(Reuters) – Airbus has chosen Friday for the maiden flight of its newest jet, the A350, the European planemaker said. The flight will take place…

Civilian aviation news June 11, 2013

Eurocopters X3 hybrid helicopter makes aviation history in achieving a speed milestone of 255 knots during level flight

The Eurocopter X3 hybrid helicopter has opened the frontiers of aviation by attaining a speed milestone of 255 knots (472 km/hr) in level flight on…

Space News June 11, 2013

Shenzhou-X spacecraft blasts off

JIUQUAN – China successfully launched its fifth manned spacecraft on Tuesday afternoon, announced Zhang Youxia, chief commander of China’s manned space program. Shenzhou-X, atop an…

Military Aviation News June 11, 2013

Boeing Transfers 1st C-17 to Indian Air Force

Flight test program completed on schedule Airlifter departs for India LONG BEACH, Calif., June 11, 2013 — The Indian Air Force (IAF) flew its first…

Military Aviation News June 11, 2013

Boeing Receives US Army Contract for Up to 215 Chinook Helicopters

5-year contract will save more than $800 million RIDLEY TOWNSHIP, Pa., June 11, 2013 – In an agreement that will save the U.S. government more…

Civilian aviation news June 11, 2013

Boeing Forecasts Demand for More Than 35,000 New Airplanes

– 20-year Current Market Outlook projects a $4.8 trillion market – Increased demand for single-aisle airplanes driving the forecast – Airlines focused on more efficient…

Civilian aviation news June 11, 2013

Airbus confirms timing for A350 XWB First Flight, Friday 14th June

On track with programme schedule 11 June 2013 Airbus confirms that the A350 XWB first flight is planned for this Friday, 14th June, based on…

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