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August 23, 2026

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. The balance of air power in Asia is undergoing a profound transformation as China rapidly expands its... The post From FGFA Exit to AMCA Delays…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Reports suggesting that Pakistan’s acquisition of the Chinese J-35 fifth-generation stealth fighter may take considerably longer than... The post…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. India’s Ministry of Defence has received around 10 bids from domestic firms for its ₹30,050 crore programme... The post 10 Firms, ₹30,050 Crore, One…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Two Indian defence technology startups—Gurugram-based ArcanumSpace and Chennai-based Quetzalcoatl—have jointly developed ARC ODIN, an innovative…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. India’s space sector is undergoing a massive structural transformation, with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) gradually... The post…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is not fundamentally opposed to the implementation of integrated theatre commands, but... The post IAF Position on…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. When analyzing India’s domestic aerospace trajectory, a recurring misconception is to evaluate the upcoming Tejas Mk2 against... The post Why the…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Pune-based deep-tech space startup Thrustworks Dynetics has achieved a major technological breakthrough by successfully test-firing India’s first…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. During Operation Sindoor, the tactical employment of advanced electronic warfare capabilities by the Indian Air Force (IAF)... The post Electronic…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. India’s Akashteer—a fully automated, AI-enabled Air Defence Control and Reporting System developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)... The post…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Tensions between India and Pakistan over cross-border water management have escalated following statements from Islamabad regarding the... The post…

This report was originally published on IDRW.org. For any relationship to work, it has to meet the test of “mutual interest”, External Affairs Minister... The post Pakistan unique in sustained use…

After a week offline, the low-cost carrier's platform came back up this Saturday and is already selling a reduced set of domestic routes, with the first flight scheduled for September 10. The…

After being down for a week, the low-cost carrier's platform was back up this Saturday and is now selling a reduced schedule of domestic routes, with the first flight scheduled for September 10…

The shortage of ammunition, and missiles in particular, has become a key element of the war the United States is waging against Iran. Recent articles in the international press raise…

Virgin Australia cabin crew salaries in 2026 consist of a base salary together with flying-related earnings, shift penalties, overnight allowances and other operational payments. The post Virgin…

This website is currently under construction. Please see the full NASA Common Research Model website for current information. CRM-HL A new version of the CRM has been developed – the high lift CRM…

MeerKAT has detected a record-breaking hydroxyl megamaser from a merging galaxy more than 8 billion light-years away, opening a new way to study the early universe. Using South Africa’s MeerKAT…

The 2018 CRM‑NLF semispan test at NASA’s NTF evaluated laminar flow across Reynolds and Mach ranges, advancing cryogenic TSP transition‑visualization methods. The post NTF Test Data appeared first…

Argentina decides to permanently retire the Super Étendard, losing its main anti-ship air capability
The Argentine Navy confirmed the definitive retirement from service of the Dassault Super Étendard fighter-bombers, ending in 2026 one of the most notable trajectories in the country's military…

China unveils an 800-passenger flying-wing aircraft concept with advanced aerodynamics, efficient design, and future aviation potential. The post China Building New 800 Passengers Capacity Jet to…

This website is currently under construction. Please see the full NASA Common Research Model website for current information. CRM-NLF Geometry The CRM-NLF CAD geometry can be downloaded using the…

This website is currently under construction. Please see the full NASA Common Research Model website for current information. CRM-NLF The experimental test of the NASA Common Research Model with…
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The Airbus A380's two-thrust-reverser configuration is a carefully engineered design that improves efficiency and reliability.
August 22, 2026
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Delta chose the A350 over the Boeing 787 as it had better confidence in Airbus, a strained relationship with Boeing, and more.

On August 21, 2026, Chinese state-owned satellite operator Shanghai Spacecom Satellite Technology (SSST), also operating as Shanghai Yuanxin Satellite Technology, closed a 7 billion yuan ($1.94…

On August 20, 2026, NASA and commercial partner Katalyst Space Technologies confirmed that the LINK servicing spacecraft was unable to perform planned docking maneuvers to raise the altitude of the…

MANCHESTER — Seven flights were forced to divert and at least 17 others were held in holding patterns overnight following a major security breach at Manchester Airport, after an unauthorized…
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BOC Aviation reported net profit after tax (“NPAT”) of US$357 million for the first half of 2026. This represented a growth of 4% in reported profits and was another record, […]

Korean Air launches non-stop service to Melbourne: Korean Air will launch a non-stop service between Seoul Incheon and Melbourne, operating three times a week from December 18 through March 14, […]