aviation   ATC   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Policy & Regulation  
The Air Current • Carter Johnston

MHI RJ Aviation Group readies ADS-B In retrofit for North American CRJ fleet amid potential US mandate

MHI RJ Aviation Group says it is prepared to retrofit the North American CRJ regional jet fleet with ADS-B In “traffic situational awareness” technology, a capability it expects could be mandated for aircraft operating in the US. The OEM-backed retrofit offering aims to help operators avoid forced retirement as equipage timelines tighten.

2026-05-22T10:56:10.147843-07:00
space   Satellite   Policy & Regulation  
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Space Intel Report • Peter B. de Selding

Canada, Costa Rica, GSMA struggle with how to regulate D2D using satellite spectrum and avoid 'Wild West' scenario

By Space Intel Report: LA PLATA, Maryland — Telecom regulators in Canada and Costa Rica, whose territories include large areas uncovered by terrestrial cellular, said they are grappling with satellite direct-to-device (D2D) service using mobile satellite (MSS) spectrum and how to enforce regulatory compliance by these services.

2026-05-22T12:40:32.605961-07:00
defense   Middle East   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
aerospaceglobalnews.com • Joanna Bailey

The A-10 Warthog is now flying in the Middle East with new refuelling and EW capabilities

By aerospaceglobalnews.com: US Air Force A-10 Warthogs in the Middle East are gaining new aerial refuelling and electronic warfare capabilities.

2026-05-22T05:55:08.975323-07:00
aviation   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Policy & Regulation  
FlightGlobal • Jon Hemmerdinger

FAA targets PW4000 sensor flaw linked to tailpipe fires, in-flight shutdowns

By FlightGlobal: An FAA proposed order comes after P&W issued service bulletins to address the concern. The Federal Aviation Administration has responded to a sensor durability problem that has caused multiple incidents of Pratt & Whitney (P&W) PW4000 turbofans suffering tailpipe fires and in-flight shutdowns.

Also: Aviation Week
2026-05-22T09:39:58.332708-07:00
defense   UAV Development & Drone Programs   Helicopter   Military Aircraft Procurement   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
DefenseNews.com • Eve Sampson

US Marine Corps tests using helicopter as mobile drone command center

By DefenseNews.com: During the test, troops launched a Neros Archer FPV drone from the ground before transferring control to operators aboard a helicopter orbiting miles away.

Also: marinecorpstimes.com, c4isrnet.com and Military Times
2026-05-22T12:10:37.661790-07:00
space   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Policy & Regulation   NASA  
NASA • Cheryl Warner

NASA to Compete Contract for Jet Propulsion Laboratory Management

By NASA: NASA announced plans Friday to compete the next contract for managing and operating the agency’s federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) in Southern California at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), to ensure continued accountability and strong value for U.S.

Also: Space.com, nasawatch.com and nasawatch.com
2026-05-22T08:05:08.321587-07:00