Press Releases

XTI Aerospace, Inc. a pioneer in VTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions, today announced the successful update of its fuel system design, achieving a key 2025 first quarter product and engineering milestone announced in a prior press release. The updated fuel system design significantly increases the fuel volume in the wings from approximately 300 gallons to 400 gallons while minimizing unusable fuel in the system. "The TriFan 600 continues to mature in its design, and in the

Through its wholly-owned subsidiary Telerob, AV received a significant contract to supply 41 large, advanced unmanned EOD/IED ground vehicles (UGVs) to the German Bundeswehr. Initial deliveries are scheduled for summer 2025, with additional orders through 2027. After a rigorous tender process, the telemax™ HT300 UGV was selected because it meets the Bundeswehr's evolving requirements for bomb disposal (EOD) and counter-IED missions. Purpose-built for high-risk operations i

The International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory is launching a bold new way to bring the excitement of space-based research down to Earth—introducing Between a Rocket and a Hard Space, the official ISS National Lab podcast. This podcast series dives deep into the discoveries, innovations, and people shaping the future of space, with the first episode now available. The podcast's name is a nod to the challenges and complexities of exploring the space environment,

Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, and JetZero, a company dedicated to developing the world's first commercial blended wing airplane, have joined forces to drive next-generation aerospace innovation. The blended-wing airplane promises to deliver greater fuel efficiency, more expansive range, and a lighter, more aerodynamic design than conventional airliners. Through the design of the airplane alone, JetZero estimates up to 50% reduced fuel consumption and associated em

Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has won a contract valued at $7.8 million with Middle East Task Company (METCO) to provide its next-generation LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) to a high-profile military entity in Saudi Arabia. The agreement also includes mission support equipment and training. Quantities were not disclosed. Teledyne FLIR Defense has won a contract valued at $7.8 million with Middle East Task Company (METCO) to provide

XTI Aerospace, Inc. a pioneer in VTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions, today announced the successful update of its engine air inlet and exhaust system design, achieving a key Q1 product and engineering milestone announced in a prior press release. The updated engine air inlet and exhaust design significantly improves the air intake, particularly in conventional flight, to ensure the air is not hampered by the air flow boundary layer on the upper fuselage. The design team has su

SCD, a global leader in defense technology specializing in the development and manufacture of a wide range of cooled and uncooled infrared detectors and high-power laser diodes, announces substantial orders from two North American customers for its Mini Blackbird 1280 HFM detector. These initial deliveries will integrate into airborne payloads, underscoring SCD’s capability to deliver high-performance, compact infrared solutions designed for scalable deployment across tactical platforms

Shield AI, the deep-tech company building state-of-the-art AI-powered autonomy software products and defense aircraft, today announced a partnership with Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to accelerate development of AI pilots, a core technology for KAI's manned/unmanned teaming capabilities by utilizing Shield AI's AI-powered, modular and scalable autonomy software products.   "KAI is pioneering the future of next-generation aerospace, driving advancements in AI-po

Boeing and Malaysia Aviation Group today announced an order for 18 737-8 and 12 737-10 single-aisle jets to renew Malaysia Airlines' fleet with more fuel-efficient airplanes. The order, which booked in January 2025 and was posted as unidentified on Boeing's orders and deliveries website, will enable Malaysia's flag carrier to introduce new lie-flat seats and meet growing travel demand in Southeast Asia – one of the fastest-growing commercial aviation markets. The r

Mach Industries has partnered with German manufacturer JetCat to supply propulsion systems for its Strategic Strike contract, recently awarded by the Army Application Lab, while Mach Propulsion will specialize in higher-thrust class engines with both enhanced durability and reusability. This initiative aims to complement JetCat's offerings while expanding Mach Industries' capabilities and product portfolio. Jeremy Klyde will lead the new division as General Manager. A season

Velo3D, Inc. is a leader in additive manufacturing (AM) technology known for transforming aerospace and defense supply chains through world-class metal AM, is proud to unveil its latest offering, Rapid Production Solutions (RPS). Customers can now leverage Velo3D's production cells for surge capacity, enabling rapid scaling without significant capital investment. This solution is designed to meet the growing demand for scalable, high-quality production parts. RPS enables customers to buil

Dallas-based Precision Aerospace Holdings, LLC (Precision), a leading manufacturer of next-generation aerospace machining and defense components, has acquired Kansas-based Clearwater Engineering. The move positions Precision for extended reach across the Midwest for additional market clients and segments. Clearwater Engineering, based in Derby, Kansas, just outside Wichita, provides precision machining, computer numerical control (CNC) milling, and supply chain management services s

Astronauts on NASA's ninth rotational SpaceX crew mission (Crew-9) splashed down off the coast of Florida yesterday evening, ending their months-long science expedition onboard the International Space Station (ISS). Over the course of the mission, the crew supported a variety of investigations sponsored by the ISS National Laboratory®, including research to improve treatments for neurodegenerative conditions, studies to manufacture more effective therapeutics in space, and student-led

Teledyne FLIR OEM, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), today announced Prism™ SKR, the newest addition to the Prism embedded software ecosystem. Prism SKR, pronounced “seeker,” sets a new standard in precision automatic target recognition (ATR) for autonomously guided weapon systems, including loitering munitions, air-launched effects (ALE), counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS), low-cost missiles, and smart munitions. Prism SKR operates seamle

KBR announced today it has been awarded a contract by Weardale Lithium Limited for one of Europe's most advanced demonstration facilities for lithium brine extraction in Eastgate, County Durham, United Kingdom. Under the agreement, KBR will provide technology licensing and proprietary engineering design for Weardale Lithium's plant, which will be designed to scale up to a commercial production target of 10,000 tons per annum in the coming years. The facility will produce bat