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UAE to Enhance Sovereign EO Capabilities via Space42-EDGE Joint Venture

The UAE is advancing its sovereign space technology capabilities through a strategic joint venture between Space42 and EDGE's FADA. This partnership aims to create a comprehensive Earth Observation ecosystem, manufacturing and launching EO space missions to bolster the UAE's competitive edge in global space operations.

2025-02-17T08:47:00.221259-08:00

Los Angeles Times

US Navy EA-18G Growler Crashes in San Diego Bay

2025-02-12T11:30:48.715446-08:00

Bloomberg

Bombardier Forecast Uncertainty Amid US Tariff Threat

2025-02-06T08:00:48.355410-08:00

FlightGlobal

Chinese J-16 Fighter Conducts Unsafe Intercept Over South China Sea

2025-02-13T01:18:23.076229-08:00

Hype Analysis

China's Aviation Industry in September 2024: Key Developments and Trends

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SpaceNews.com

Mitchell Institute Report: Space Force Lacks Strategy to Counter China The Mitchell Institute highlights systemic issues in the Space Force, asserting that inadequate resources, unclear roles, and a lack of warfighting ethos jeopardize its ability to effectively counter China. The force's development and strategic direction remain critical challenges five years post-establishment.

2025-02-21T03:19:42.987787-08:00

Mitchell Institute Report: Space Force Lacks Strategy to Counter China

Aviation Week

Air White Whale Partners with Kuayue Express for W5000 Cargo Drone Operations Air White Whale has secured support from Kuayue Express to explore operational capacities of its W5000 cargo drone, poised to enhance uncrewed cargo services in China. The partnership reflects a significant step in integrating autonomous aerial solutions into traditional logistics frameworks.

2025-02-20T11:18:24.680785-08:00

Air White Whale Partners with Kuayue Express for W5000 Cargo Drone Operations

The War Zone

Tinian Island's North Field Restored Amid Pacific Military Tensions The restoration of North Field on Tinian Island highlights strategic military developments in the Pacific, posing potential targeting challenges for China. The reclaimed site, once a pivotal WWII B-29 bomber base, underscores the region's continuing significance in modern defense strategies.

2025-02-19T11:21:23.354827-08:00

Tinian Island's North Field Restored Amid Pacific Military Tensions

SpaceNews.com

Beijing Sets Ambitious Targets for Commercial Space Launches Beijing is enhancing its commercial space sector with new policies and infrastructure investments, aiming to reach potentially record-setting launch targets. This strategic move demonstrates China’s commitment to becoming a leading player in the global space industry.

2025-02-18T10:24:33.904637-08:00

Beijing Sets Ambitious Targets for Commercial Space Launches

The Independent

Chinese Navy Helicopter Near-Miss with Philippine Plane in Disputed Waters A Chinese navy helicopter flew within 10 feet of a Philippine patrol plane over Scarborough Shoal, prompting safety warnings from the Filipino pilot. This incident reflects heightened tensions over South China Sea territorial claims, following a 2016 U.N. arbitration invalidating China's expansive maritime claims.

2025-02-18T09:44:59.814842-08:00

Chinese Navy Helicopter Near-Miss with Philippine Plane in Disputed Waters

Urban Air Mobility News

China Begins Construction on Private Low-Altitude Aircraft Test Center in Chongzhou China's pioneering privately-funded low-altitude aircraft test facility is being built in Chongzhou, Sichuan Province. Aimed at supporting R&D for drones, flying cars, and low-altitude vehicles, this facility is part of a broader strategy to establish a 'Sky City,' integrating testing and urban air mobility services by 2027.

2025-02-17T12:14:51.244017-08:00

China Begins Construction on Private Low-Altitude Aircraft Test Center in Chongzhou

Aviation Week

UAE to Enhance Sovereign EO Capabilities via Space42-EDGE Joint Venture The UAE is advancing its sovereign space technology capabilities through a strategic joint venture between Space42 and EDGE's FADA. This partnership aims to create a comprehensive Earth Observation ecosystem, manufacturing and launching EO space missions to bolster the UAE's competitive edge in global space operations.

2025-02-17T08:47:00.221259-08:00

UAE to Enhance Sovereign EO Capabilities via Space42-EDGE Joint Venture

eVTOL Insights

Wuhan Hanyang Orders 12 AutoFlight eVTOLs for $21.5M AutoFlight, a Chinese eVTOL manufacturer, has sealed a contract to supply 12 electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to Wuhan’s Hanyang District. This $21.5 million agreement marks a strategic move to initiate novel air services in Wuhan and its surrounding areas.

2025-02-17T01:06:35.885070-08:00

Wuhan Hanyang Orders 12 AutoFlight eVTOLs for $21.5M

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