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defense Military Aircraft Procurement Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons

The War Zone • Tyler Rogoway

Navy’s AIM-424 “Malice” very-long-range air-to-air missile emerges for Super Hornet, F-35C and F/A-XX

The U.S. Navy’s AIM-424 “Malice” is emerging as an extreme-range air-to-air missile intended for the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, F-35C Joint Strike Fighter and the future F/A-XX carrier-based fighter, linking the weapon to both current and next-generation naval aviation platforms.

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2026-08-22T20:20:03.363963-07:00

space Airport Infrastructure & Air Traffic Management Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Commercial Space Policy & Regulation

SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

FAA seeks input on spaceport development and airspace access for launches

By SpaceNews.com: The FAA is moving to implement elements of a new space transportation policy, seeking information about new spaceports and access to airspace.

1 Source

2026-08-22T17:05:58.168113-07:00

aviation Africa Accident Aviation Safety & Regulation Embraer

FlightGlobal • David Kaminski-Morrow

Enugu E170 overran after landing far down wet runway during tailwind approach

By FlightGlobal: Nigerian inquiry finds twinjet crossed threshold at height of more than 90ft.

1 Source

2026-08-22T13:05:09.706627-07:00

aviation UAV Development & Drone Programs Middle East Airports Airport Infrastructure & Air Traffic Management Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact

Paddle Your Own Kanoo • Mateusz Maszczynski

Dubai International Airport Completes Work On Massive Metal Cages to Protect Fuel Tanks From Iranian Drone Attack

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have completed the construction of massive wire cages surrounding fuel tanks on the outskirts of Dubai International Airport (DXB) to protect the ‘critical infrastructure’ from attack by Iranian-launched kamikaze drones.

1 Source

2026-08-22T11:15:37.831803-07:00

aviation PaxEx Aviation Safety & Regulation Policy & Regulation Airlines Delta Air Lines

Paddle Your Own Kanoo • Mateusz Maszczynski

FAA Rule Requires Delta Flight Attendants to Collect Pre-Departure Beverages Before Pushback

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: What to Know Delta flight attendants must now collect every pre-departure beverage, including plastic and paper cups, before pushback starting September 1, under a newly enforced FAA rule.

View from the Wing

FAA Requires Airlines to Collect First-Class Drinks Before Pushback

One Mile at a Time

FAA Rules on Clearing Plastic Cups Prompt Delta Pre-Departure Service Changes

5 Sources

2026-08-22T06:32:32.187347-07:00

space Human Spaceflight & Space Stations Commercial Space NASA

Space.com • Elizabeth Howell

How will NASA's astronaut training hub change with commercial space stations?

By Space.com: A tour of Johnson Space Center in Houston shows how NASA and private industry are already working together on the future of human spaceflight.

1 Source

2026-08-22T09:05:20.358701-07:00

defense Aircraft Carrier China Defense Policy

The War Zone • Joseph Trevithick

China’s Fourth Aircraft Carrier Takes Shape, May Be Nuclear-Powered

By The War Zone: China's fourth aircraft carrier, which could be nuclear-powered, continues to take shape.

1 Source

2026-08-22T10:35:05.897134-07:00

space Satellite LEO Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Commercial Space

Space.com • Mike Wall

SpaceX sends 27 Starlink satellites to orbit on 100th Falcon rocket launch of the year (video, photos)

By Space.com: SpaceX launched 27 Starlink satellites from California early this morning (Aug. 22), on the 100th mission of the year for the company's Falcon rocket family.

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2026-08-22T05:35:03.086438-07:00

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