Boeing sends 787 on test flight from Seattle
A Boeing 787 is in the air on a test flight, the first since the new airliner was grounded three weeks ago because of a battery fire.
Engineering
Feb 9, 2013
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News tagged with commercial aviation
Robots becoming a crucial part of aircraft production
Before the use of robots, technicians at Spirit AeroSystems, wearing welders' jackets and hoods, sprayed hot flames on certain airplane parts to increase their durability.
Robotics
Jul 25, 2012
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Race is on to lure new SpaceX launchpad
A record-breaking mission to the International Space Station has triggered another space race back on Earth, with Florida competing against Texas and Puerto Rico for the chance to land a new launchpad for Space Exploration ...
Space Exploration
Jun 21, 2012
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Australia's Qantas makes first commercial biofuel flight
Australia's Qantas Friday launched the nation's first commercial flight using a mixture of refined cooking oil, saying it would not survive if it relied solely on traditional jet fuel.
Energy & Green Tech
Apr 13, 2012
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US ramping up private sector's role in spaceflight
The first flight of a commercial vessel to the International Space Station in late April will signal a bigger role for the private sector and open up space tourism opportunities, industry experts and lawmakers say.
Space Exploration
Mar 25, 2012
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New research to help safer emergency aircraft landings
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) aviation researchers are developing an information system to help Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) make safer emergency landings and better enable their wider commercial use.
Engineering
Jan 5, 2012
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Safer skies: New algorithm could help prevent midair collisions
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has mandated that by 2020, all commercial aircraft — and small aircraft flying near most airports — must be equipped with a new tracking system that broadcasts GPS data, ...
Computer Sciences
Jul 5, 2011
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Stanford researchers tapped to help make rules for commercial space travel
(PhysOrg.com) -- Before business skyrockets to space, the FAA has to make sure it's safe to get there.
Space Exploration
Aug 19, 2010
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Fly the eco-friendly skies
In what could set the stage for a fundamental shift in commercial aviation, an MIT-led team has designed a green airplane that is estimated to use 70 percent less fuel than current planes while also reducing noise and emission ...
Engineering
May 17, 2010
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Boeing's 787 Dreamliner set for maiden flight
Boeing's new 787 Dreamliner jet takes to the skies for the first time Tuesday, in a critical milestone for the problem-plagued aircraft seen as key to the future of the US aerospace giant.
Engineering
Dec 15, 2009
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