space   Satellite   AI   Europe  
Universe Today • Andy Tomaswick

ESA backs laser comms, inter-satellite networking and on-orbit AI on SpaceX Transporter-16 rideshare

On March 30, 2026, ESA supported eight CubeSats and a specialized payload on SpaceX Transporter-16 to test high-throughput laser communication, inter-satellite networking and in-orbit AI processing. The mission aims to increase the speed, security and efficiency of space data transfer as orbital infrastructure and data volumes grow.

2026-04-10T07:40:01.073035-07:00
aviation   ATC   Airports   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Airlines  
Paddle Your Own Kanoo • Mateusz Maszczynski

Frontier Airlines Pilots 'Slam On the Brakes' to Avoid Colliding With Two Trucks at Los Angeles International Airport

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: The pilots of a Frontier Airlines Airbus A321 were forced to “slam on the brakes” to avoid colliding with two trucks that cut them off as they were taxiing at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on Wednesday, new air traffic recordings have revealed.

Also: Live and Let's Fly and View from the Wing
2026-04-10T05:39:25.677089-07:00
defense   UAV Development & Drone Programs   Europe   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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FlightGlobal • Craig Hoyle

French navy orders additional S-100 Camcopter ISR drones for use from frigates

By FlightGlobal: The French navy will equip some of its FREMM-class frigates with Schiebel S-100 Camcopter uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs), under a new order placed via prime contractor Naval Group.

Also: aviation-defence-universe.com and defence-blog.com
2026-04-10T07:48:23.956107-07:00