Airbus Ranked as Top Plane Seller of 2019

To say Airbus had a strong year in 2019 would be an understatement. With 863 deliveries, the European aerospace manufacturing company sold more airplanes than other company in the world. Whether or not this trend continues remains to be seen, … Continue reading

FAA Proposes New Identification Rule for Drones

There’s no denying the fact that drones have become increasingly popular in recent years. According to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), over 1.5 million drones have been registered. As this number continues to increase, it poses new safety concerns … Continue reading

NASA Astronaut Sets New World Record

NASA Astronaut Christina Koch from Livingston, Montana has set a new world record for the longest spaceflight by a woman. On Saturday, the electrical engineer broke the 288-day mark. What’s even more impressive is that Koch still has roughly two … Continue reading

Airbus Introduces Touchscreen-Equipped A350

The way in which commercial pilots control their jets is changing. No longer are pilots required to use traditional mechanical controls. They can now use a touchscreen interface. On Dec. 18, Airbus delivered the first of its touchscreen-equipped A350 XWB … Continue reading

Boeing’s Starliner Capsule Returns Safely to Earth

Boeing’s highly anticipated CST-100 Starliner, or what’s more commonly known simply as Starliner, has safely returned to Earth. On Dec. 22, the American aerospace manufacturing company’s capsule made a graceful landing in a sandy New Mexico desert. Of course, the … Continue reading

FAA Publishes Bulletin Highlight Safety Concerns for Some Gulfstream Windows

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a bulletin highlighting safety concerns for windows on certain Gulfstream airplanes. According to the bulletin, the FAA has received reports of windows cracking or otherwise failing on Gulfstream’s G-1159A (G-III), G-IV, GIV-X, … Continue reading

Why Are Airplane Cabins So Cold?

Have you ever stepped aboard a commercial airplane, only to discover the cabin is uncomfortably cold? While cabin temperatures vary, it’s not uncommon for commercial airplanes to maintain a chilly environment of 66 degrees to 68 degrees Fahrenheit. As a … Continue reading

NASA Shows Off Powerful New Rocket

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has unveiled a powerful new rocket that may soon be used to transport astronauts to the moon and International Space Station (ISS).  Earlier this month, NASA showcased its highly anticipated Space Launch System … Continue reading

SpaceX Sends Supplies to the International Space Station

Just in time for the holidays, SpaceX has successfully completed a supply delivery mission to the International Space Station (ISS). On Dec. 8, the private aerospace manufacturing company’s Dragon capsule latched onto a robotic coupling arm extending out from the … Continue reading