Collins Aerospace

By Brian Everstine
The House Armed Services Committee is expressing concern about progress with the Collins Aerospace ACES 5 ejection seat for the U.S. Air Force.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
The business jet cockpit avionics upgrade market is being driven by a combination of factors, including evolution of technology and the resale market.
Maintenance & Training

By Sean Broderick, Michael Bruno
Supply chain problems with different root causes will keep output below previous forecasts for much of 2024, as 737 challenges draw more scrutiny.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Kurt Hofmann
Lufthansa revealed its new long-haul Allegris cabins on board an Airbus A350-900 in Munich on April 25.
Interiors & Connectivity

By Matthew Fulco
RTX’s sales and net profit beat Wall Street’s expectations in the first quarter on the back of strong demand for both its commercial and defense products.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Mark Carreau
Axiom and Collins are working on new spacesuits for the agency’s lunar and LEO programs.
Space

By James Pozzi
MRO demand outstripping supply has led to the company ramping up its repair capabilities in the U.S.
MRO

Readers write about the F-35 cooling system, the Boeing 737-9 door plug accident, an out-of-date photo, and U.S. Army and Air Force acquisition teams.
Aviation Week & Space Technology

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Today’s aircraft emergency evacuation doors are lighter, more robust and faster to open—but maintenance may be more complex.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Brian Everstine
Reengining the C-17 and adding low-cost connectivity upgrades emerge as top priorities for Air Mobility Command.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Guy Norris
Two-thirds of Europe’s Clean Aviation research projects are focused on more sustainable advanced propulsion technologies for service entry in the mid-2030s.
Emerging Technologies

By Steve Trimble
The company has launched a bid to replace the Honeywell Integrated Power Package with a new system offering greater cooling capacity.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Keith Mwanalushi
Collins Aerospace has invested more than $20 million in research and development at its facility in Kilkeel, Northern Ireland.
Interiors & Connectivity

By Michael Bruno
Industry titans will continue to sell off businesses, and private equity will continue to play a central role.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Michael Bruno
Heir apparent Chris Calio to take over sprawling aerospace and defense giant.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Thierry Dubois
Safran may take the Italian government to court after Rome blocked its purchase of Collins Aerospace's actuation and flight control systems business from RTX.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Michael Bruno
Eaton is tapping a veteran Collins Aerospace executive to take over from Nanda Kumar, the longtime president of Eaton Aerospace.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Next-generation aircraft electrical systems are incorporating design changes to meet requirements for advanced air mobility platforms.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Thierry Dubois
The Italian government is exercising its “Golden Power” to thwart the deal, citing the unit’s continued support for the multi-nation Eurofighter program.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Graham Warwick
Over 50 years, GPS has evolved and inspired the development of similar systems by other nations.
Space

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
Advanced air mobility developments and sustainability concerns are driving changes in the design of flight control systems.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Paul Seidenman, David Spanovich
The manufacturers are looking to reduce weight, increase durability and incorporate predictive maintenance capabilities.
Interiors & Connectivity

By Guy Norris
As XB-1 nears flight tests and the final assembly site comes together, Boom is focused on Overture airframe and engine design firm configuration.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Guy Norris
RTX company Collins Aerospace has formally opened the Grid, a $50 million advanced electric power systems laboratory.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Matthew Fulco
China is learning the science of airliners, but politics remains an issue, experts say.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain