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UK and Florida pledge $400,000 for joint space research, innovation and commercialization

The UK government and Florida’s space-focused economic development agency each committed $200,000 to support joint research, innovation and commercialization projects. The funding is aimed at accelerating collaboration that turns space R&D into commercial outcomes.

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2026-07-21T05:17:24.999192-07:00

Reuters

FAA to accelerate next-generation aviation: air taxis, supersonic aircraft, drones, and space launches

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2026-07-21T03:43:08.724685-07:00

AINonline

Anduril, Embraer, Archer, Sikorsky and BETA push autonomy and autonomous weapons across VTOL, missile and drone-defense efforts

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2026-07-20T23:23:16.290925-07:00

FlightGlobal

UK retools RAF fast-jet training and strike mass as BAE/Boeing/SAAB pursue a T-7-based Hawk replacement; Raytheon UK debuts Red

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2026-07-21T00:25:14.580978-07:00

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FlightGlobal

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Beehive Industries to invest $70M in Ohio to expand 3D-printed jet production Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine joined Beehive Industries executives at the Farnborough air show to announce a $70 million investment in the state aimed at increasing production of turbine-related aircraft components. The move highlights scaling efforts for additively manufactured parts tied to jet engine supply chains.

2026-07-21T08:09:38.286466-07:00

Beehive Industries to invest $70M in Ohio to expand 3D-printed jet production

SpaceNews.com

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UK and Florida pledge $400,000 for joint space research, innovation and commercialization The UK government and Florida’s space-focused economic development agency each committed $200,000 to support joint research, innovation and commercialization projects. The funding is aimed at accelerating collaboration that turns space R&D into commercial outcomes.

2026-07-21T05:17:24.999192-07:00

UK and Florida pledge $400,000 for joint space research, innovation and commercialization

Reuters

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FAA to accelerate next-generation aviation: air taxis, supersonic aircraft, drones, and space launches The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration said it is working to help industry bring air taxis, supersonic airplanes, boost space launches, and expand drone operations to market as it embraces next-generation aviation. The agency’s update was delivered during the Farnborough Airshow context.

2026-07-21T03:43:08.724685-07:00

FAA to accelerate next-generation aviation: air taxis, supersonic aircraft, drones, and space launches

FlightGlobal

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UK retools RAF fast-jet training and strike mass as BAE/Boeing/SAAB pursue a T-7-based Hawk replacement; Raytheon UK debuts Red BAE Systems, Boeing and SAAB agreed to develop a UK fast-jet pilot training aircraft for a Hawk replacement using Boeing’s T-7 training system. In parallel, Raytheon UK unveiled Red Kite, a digitally engineered sovereign precision munition on the Stormbreaker airframe. Boeing also updated MQ-28 Ghost Bat with Leonardo as an official European partner and is weighing multiple production sites.

2026-07-21T00:25:14.580978-07:00

UK retools RAF fast-jet training and strike mass as BAE/Boeing/SAAB pursue a T-7-based Hawk replacement; Raytheon UK debuts Red

AINonline

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Anduril, Embraer, Archer, Sikorsky and BETA push autonomy and autonomous weapons across VTOL, missile and drone-defense efforts A cluster of deals and product announcements highlights fast-moving autonomy and weapons integration: Embraer and Anduril signed an MOU to pursue the Barracuda missile on the C-390; Anduril and Archer unveiled a joint autonomous VTOL platform for defense and commercial use; Sikorsky is integrating its MATRIX autonomy into BETA’s ALIA MV250/ CX300 hybrid VTOL; Anduril showcased the uncrewed combat helicopter “Thunder” in low-level flight at Farnborough; and the US Marine Corps selected Allen Control Systems’ Bullfrog autonomous weapon system for integration into its airborne defenses.

2026-07-20T23:23:16.290925-07:00

Anduril, Embraer, Archer, Sikorsky and BETA push autonomy and autonomous weapons across VTOL, missile and drone-defense efforts

AINonline

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Avealto launches funding drive for low-cost HAPS broadband platform; prototype target September flight Avealto has kicked off a funding campaign for a low-cost high-altitude platform system (HAPS) intended to deliver broadband services. The company aims to fly a stratospheric platform prototype in September this year, positioning the project as a near-term test of its stratospheric communications approach.

2026-07-20T23:08:27.192263-07:00

Avealto launches funding drive for low-cost HAPS broadband platform; prototype target September flight

AINonline

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Pipistrel unveils Voyager next-generation two-seat trainer to meet MOSAIC certification requirements Pipistrel has revealed the Voyager at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 as a new, two-seat training aircraft aimed at modern flight schools. The company says the trainer is designed to meet MOSAIC certification regulations for advanced, next-generation pilot training.

2026-07-20T11:22:47.727246-07:00

Pipistrel unveils Voyager next-generation two-seat trainer to meet MOSAIC certification requirements

The Hill

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NORAD scrambles F-16s and deploys flares after general aviation aircraft encroach on New Jersey restricted airspace during World NORAD reported that F-16 fighters intercepted multiple general aviation aircraft that entered temporary restricted airspace over Bedminster and East Rutherford, New Jersey, as the World Cup final was held at MetLife Stadium. Jets were scrambled three times and used flares to alert pilots while completing the intercepts.

2026-07-20T10:54:11.824784-07:00

NORAD scrambles F-16s and deploys flares after general aviation aircraft encroach on New Jersey restricted airspace during World