French aerospace industry reports record salesThe French aerospace industry has reported record sales of €65.4bn (+1.2%) for 2018, including €44bn in export sales.Stratégies
Israeli lunar probe crashesIsrael is not (yet) the fourth nation to achieve a controlled landing on the Moon, but plans are already being made for a follow-on mission.Espace
Safran presents B.SIde engine inspection serviceSafran Aircraft Engines has announced the commercial launch of a new service providing remote borescope inspection recommendations in real time.International
New contracts for AFI KLM E&MEuropean MRO service provider AFI KLM E&M has reported a series of new contracts.International
Stratolaunch makes first flightStratolaunch Systems Corporation successfully completed the first flight of the world’s largest all-composite aircraft, the Stratolaunch, on 13th April.Entreprises & marchés
CFM expanding LEAP support networkA total of six overhaul sites are scheduled to be on line by year-end 2019.International
Airbus launches Skywise Health MonitoringAirbus has launched first operations of a new Skywise service designed to enable real-time management of aircraft events and troubleshooting.Aviation civile
Safran Reosc develops mini-camera for nanosatelliteThe company is developing an innovative miniature camera for Norway's future NORSAT-4 nanosatellite.Espace
Airbus to supply satellite imagery for digital agricultureUnder an agreement with The Climate Corporation, images will be used by farmers to monitor crop health and performance.Satellites & applications
Switzerland selects Thales image intelligence systemThales will supply elements of an image intelligence (IMINT) centre built around the Thales MINDS / SAIM system.Défense
JAL confirms Airbus A350-900 plansThe Japanese carrier will start operating the Airbus A350-900 on 1st September from Tokyo Haneda to Fukuoka.Aviation civile
UK F-35s to deploy overseas for first timeThe Lightning Force will deploy for two months to the RAF’s air base at Akrotiri in southern Cyprus.Aéronefs
Arianespace launches O3b sats on SoyuzThe launch marks completion of the initial O3b satellite constellation.Espace
Global air freight demand still fallingData released by IATA show a continuation of the downward trajectory seen in recent months.Aviation civile
Airbus, Safran win Crystal Cabin awardThe award, announced at Aircraft Exteriors Expo, recognises “passenger experience modules” for installation in aircraft cargo compartments.International
Australia orders second Triton RPAThe Australian government has given the green light for the purchase of the second of six MQ-4C Triton remotely piloted aircraft.Défense
Airbus exoplanet satellite set for launchAirbus Defence and Space has completed construction of the Cheops satellite, which is set for launch from Kourou later this year.Espace
First flight for India's PSLV-QLA new variant of the PSLV featuring four strap-on motors made a successful first flight on 1st April, launching a total of 29 satellites.Espace
Collins Aerospace launches new propeller facilityThe new centre of excellence will support advanced design, engineering, testing, manufacturing and maintenance capabilities for future propeller technologies.Stratégie industrielle
Phénix flies first French AF missionThe French Air Force reports that its first A330 Phénix in-flight refuelling aircraft flew its first mission on 22nd March.Défense
Airbus highlights cabin innovationsAirbus will be showcasing its latest cabin innovations at this year’s Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Germany.Aviation civile
India tests anti-satellite weaponOn 27th March, India became the fourth nation in the world possessing the capability to destroy a satellite in orbit.Défense
France, China to cooperate on Moon missionFrance and China are stepping up their space cooperation to include French participation in the Chang’e 6 mission to return samples from the Moon in 2023-2024.Espace
Airbus signs China deal for 300 aircraftAirbus and China Aviation Supplies Holding Company have signed a General Terms Agreement covering a total of 300 Airbus aircraft.Aviation civile
UK signs Wedgetail orderThe Boeing E-7 Wedgetail has been confirmed as the RAF's new early warning radar aircraft, replacing the E-3D Sentry.Défense
3D printing enters series production at Thales Alenia SpaceThales Alenia Space reports that it is taking 3D printing/additive manufacturing into series production to make components for telecom satellites built on the Spacebus Neo platform.Espace
Lufthansa Technik unveils Aviation DataHubIn a further digitalisation move in the MRO sector, Lufthansa Technik is establishing an independent data platform for the entire aviation industry.International
Defiant makes first flightThe Sikorsky-Boeing SB>1 made its first flight on 21st March at Sikorsky’s West Palm Beach site in Florida.Défense
Airbus confirms H145M bid in AustraliaAirbus confirms that it has responded to the Commonwealth of Australia’s request for information for a 4t class, rapidly deployable, multi-role helicopter for Australian Special Forces.Défense
Europe announces €525m in funding for defence projectsThe funding, which includes €100m for the MALE RPAS, is earmarked for precursor programmes for the European Defence Fund.Défense
Thales Alenia Space announces ISS airlock milestoneThales Alenia Space (TAS) reports that the shell for the Bishop airlock module for the ISS is ready for shipment to the NanoRacks integration facility in Texas.Espace
MBDA reports revenue boostThe European missile house saw revenue rise 3% in 2018, to €3.2bn, as order intake slipped 4%, to 4Md€.Stratégies
Thales to lead Geosafe drone projectThales to lead EU project on drone geofencing technologies to secure future U-space.International
