Avionics
UK tests “ground-breaking” quantum enabled navigation systems
This month, the UK successfully tested "ground-breaking" quantum technology aimed at creating an unjammable back-up for GPS navigation systems. Although the technology's "practical implementation" in commercial aviation is still estimated to be 10-20 years away in the...
Industry 4.0: Digital Twin technology at Rolls-Royce
According to McKinsey, intelligent computers are to the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0), what steam was to the first. Powered by disruptive technology, machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), and data analytics, Industry 4.0 is characterised...
The future of avionics: High performance, machine-learned and certified
The next revolution in aviation is on the horizon. After powered flight and the jet aircraft, today high automation, autonomy, and electric propulsion give rise to the Jetsons, where humans and goods are zipped across urban skies in flying cars. Realizing advanced air...
Driving aviation standards for emerging tech: EUROCAE’s role in safety, efficiency, and innovation
EUROCAE, the European Organisation for Civil Aviation Equipment, plays a pivotal role in advancing the aviation industry through its range of standards. The non-profit organisation brings together manufacturers, operators, regulators, and other aviation stakeholders...
The new Aerospace Tech Week Europe agenda in brief
The highly anticipated Aerospace Tech Week agenda has finally arrived, promising an in-depth exploration of cutting-edge technology and innovation. With keynote interviews and panels featuring IATA's Director General, Willie Walsh, Airbus' Head of Disruptive R&T,...
Widerøe Airlines Selects Universal Avionics to Add FMS Connectivity
Universal Avionics has been selected by Widerøe Airlines, a large regional airline in Scandinavia, to equip its fleet of Dash 8-400 aircraft with Connected Flight Management Systems (FMS). This fleet upgrade package increases efficiency and safety with newly developed...
Weighing in on WAIC
Going wireless strives to detangle aircraft connection problems while enhancing efficiency and reliability. Aircraft communications systems have traditionally included operational communications systems on board the aircraft, as well as sensors for engines, landing...
Q&A: Mike Schulter, Managing Director, Pivot
Mike Schulter is a career aviation professional, having flown aircraft such as the F-16 and B-737 for more than 10,000 total flight hours. Schulter leads a talent-filled pool of professionals committed to customer service and innovation in aviation. His company,...
PCB Piezotronics Introduces Ultra-High Temperature Pressure Sensor Ideal for Combustion Dynamics and Thermoacoustic Measurements
PCB Piezotronics announced the release of a new ultra-high temperature pressure sensor for combustion testing and thermoacoustic pressure measurements with a unique design element that eliminates the need for water cooling. The new model 176A33 pressure sensor...
Aireon Advancing Aviation with Investment in Next-Generation Data Products
Aireon is set to expand its data product and services portfolio, bolstered by a new credit facility from Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP). Having already established itself as the best-in-class provider of accurate, reliable, and global ADS-B data, Aireon is...
Trimec Aviation Wraps Up First Falcon 2000/EX Upgrade with Universal Avionics InSight and Accepting Reservations for Upgrade
rimec Aviation, a certified FAA Part 145 Repair Station (#18TR248C) and Universal Avionics (UA) are completing the first Falcon 2000/EX aircraft Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) with UA’s InSight Flight Display System. The newly installed system replaces the Pro...
DDC-I’s Safety-Critical Deos Avionics RTOS Delivers wolfSSL DAL-A DO-178C Certifiable Encryption
DDC-I and wolfSSL announced the availability of version 5.0 of the wolfSSL embedded SSL library, wolfCrypt cryptography library and certification kit, and wolfBoot secure boot loader for DDC-I’s Deos DO-178 safety-critical real-time operating system. The Deos RTOS...
DDC-I Completes Multicore DO-178C Verification for ARM and PowerPC
DDC-I, a leading supplier of software and professional services for mission- and safety-critical applications, announced that it has completed multicore DO-178C verification to Design Assurance Level A (DAL A) for its Deos DO-178C safety-critical real-time operating...
CoreAVI Provides DO-254 Safety Data Package and DTR (Dynamic Temperature Range) Screened Versions of 11th Gen Intel Core i7 Processor for Avionics and High Reliability Markets
Core Avionics & Industrial Inc. (CoreAVI) announced the availability of Dynamic Temperature Range (DTR) screening and DO-254 safety certification package, with the 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor to support military, aerospace, urban air mobility and other high...
Vietnam Airlines Signs a Memorandum of Understanding with Boeing to Purchase 50 Boeing 737 MAX
Vietnam Airlines announced its intention to purchase 50 narrow-body Boeing 737-8s in a multi-billion-dollar deal. The announcement coincides with U. S. President Joe Biden’s visit to Vietnam for key talks on trade and closer diplomatic relations. "In line with...
Nominee for Administrator of the FAA Announced
President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate Michael G. Whitaker to serve as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration. Michael G. Whitaker is currently the chief operating officer of Supernal, a Hyundai Motor Group company designing an electric...
TTTech Aerospace’s Mature TTEthernet Network Solutions Enable Honeywell Anthem’s System Architecture
Aviation applications are more connected and more data-driven than ever before. Modern flight decks need to accommodate these needs and provide pilots with real-time information in an easily accessible and actionable format. Honeywell Anthem is a next-generation,...
IFS to Acquire California-Based Falkonry AI
IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Falkonry, Inc. a California-based Industrial AI software company that provides automated, high-speed data analysis to the manufacturing and defense...
Bombardier Introduces Advanced Avionics Upgrade for In-Service Global Aircraft Equipped with the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck
Bombardier recently introduced its new Advanced Avionics Upgrade (AAU) for the Bombardier Vision flight deck, a new avionics software and hardware enhancement that boasts the latest technology to enhance situational awareness and offer advanced visualization features....
Luc Tytgat Appointed Acting Executive Director of EASA
Luc Tytgat has been appointed acting executive drector of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) with effect from September 1, 2023. Tytgat replaces Patrick Ky, who is leaving the agency at the end of his second five-year mandate. Tytgat joined EASA as...
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