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Pentagon launches new UAP “UFO” file release, including ~30 videos and Apollo-era materials

The US Department of Defense began releasing a new tranche of declassified unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) files, including nearly 30 videos and additional images and transcripts. The disclosures also include material tied to NASA’s Apollo moon missions, with documents posted to a public portal as part of a broader transparency push.

2026-05-08T08:49:56.355639-07:00

NASA Spaceflight

SpaceX moves toward Flight 12: Booster 19 finishes full-duration 33-engine static fire; Ship 39 to roll out

2026-05-08T17:21:29.965735-07:00

Bombardier

Bombardier brings Global 8000 to South America, debuting at Brazil’s Catarina Aviation Show (May 21-23)

2026-05-07T21:45:17.198824-07:00

Vertical Mag

BlueRoom Simulations, Airbus Helicopters sign MoU for mixed-reality HEMS training

2026-05-08T09:30:57.020369-07:00

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SpaceX moves toward Flight 12: Booster 19 finishes full-duration 33-engine static fire; Ship 39 to roll out Booster 19 completed a successful full-duration, full-thrust static fire May 7, lighting all 33 engines. Its partner, Ship 39, is now scheduled to roll out to join the booster and form the Flight 12 stack ahead of this weekend’s Wet Dress Rehearsal.

2026-05-08T17:21:29.965735-07:00

SpaceX moves toward Flight 12: Booster 19 finishes full-duration 33-engine static fire; Ship 39 to roll out

AINonline

The 2026 Aero Friedrichshafen Show Had Its Largest Business Aviation Presence Yet

2026-05-08T14:01:59.516620-07:00

The 2026 Aero Friedrichshafen

Vertical Mag

BlueRoom Simulations, Airbus Helicopters sign MoU for mixed-reality HEMS training BlueRoom Simulations has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus Australia Pacific and Airbus Helicopters to explore mixed-reality training solutions for Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), including a collaboration framed for RotorTech 2026. The effort targets training content and immersive delivery for rotorcraft medical missions.

2026-05-08T09:30:57.020369-07:00

BlueRoom Simulations, Airbus Helicopters sign MoU for mixed-reality HEMS training

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Pentagon launches new UAP “UFO” file release, including ~30 videos and Apollo-era materials The US Department of Defense began releasing a new tranche of declassified unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) files, including nearly 30 videos and additional images and transcripts. The disclosures also include material tied to NASA’s Apollo moon missions, with documents posted to a public portal as part of a broader transparency push.

2026-05-08T08:49:56.355639-07:00

Pentagon launches new UAP “UFO” file release, including ~30 videos and Apollo-era materials

FlightGlobal

Baykar signs first Kizilelma export contract with Indonesia for 12 UCAVs (options up to 48) starting in 2028 Baykar has finalized its first export agreement for the jet-powered Kizilelma unmanned combat aircraft with Indonesia’s Republikorp, covering deliveries of 12 UCAVs beginning in 2028 and options for 36 additional airframes (48 total). The deal follows Baykar’s Kizilelma export bid and its public display of the full-scale model at SAHA 2026.

2026-05-08T01:51:35.055091-07:00

Baykar signs first Kizilelma export contract with Indonesia for 12 UCAVs (options up to 48) starting in 2028

Bombardier

Bombardier brings Global 8000 to South America, debuting at Brazil’s Catarina Aviation Show (May 21-23) Bombardier will showcase the Global 8000 at the Catarina Aviation Show in São Paulo, Brazil, from May 21-23. The display marks the aircraft’s first South American appearance, joining Bombardier’s Global 6500 and Challenger 3500 on site after Global 7500 was replaced in the company lineup.

2026-05-07T21:45:17.198824-07:00

Bombardier brings Global 8000 to South America, debuting at Brazil’s Catarina Aviation Show (May 21-23)

Aviation Week

Jetex opens 5,000-sq-m iGA Istanbul “iGA Terminal” VIP hub—world’s largest VIP terminal claim Jetex has opened the Jetex iGA Terminal at Istanbul Airport, spanning 5,000 sqm across three floors and positioned as the world’s largest VIP terminal for private and commercial airline travelers. The facility features a members-club-style experience, an a la carte restaurant, and wellness treatment areas, marking Jetex’s 40th location worldwide.

2026-05-07T21:23:13.839031-07:00

Jetex opens 5,000-sq-m iGA Istanbul “iGA Terminal” VIP hub—world’s largest VIP terminal claim

Breaking Defense

SAHA 2026: Aselsan unveils two uncrewed naval systems and targets export replication of Turkey’s UAV momentum Aselsan has unveiled two new uncrewed naval systems at SAHA 2026, framing a sea-domain push built to mirror Turkey’s broader UAV success. The company’s bigger challenge, per the reporting, is translating platform showpiece capabilities into export traction in a crowded unmanned market.

2026-05-07T14:09:33.202967-07:00

SAHA 2026: Aselsan unveils two uncrewed naval systems and targets export replication of Turkey’s UAV momentum

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Pentagon launches new UAP “UFO” file release, including ~30 videos and Apollo-era materials

SpaceX moves toward Flight 12: Booster 19 finishes full-duration 33-engine static fire; Ship 39 to roll out

Bombardier brings Global 8000 to South America, debuting at Brazil’s Catarina Aviation Show (May 21-23)

BlueRoom Simulations, Airbus Helicopters sign MoU for mixed-reality HEMS training

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