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Paris Air Show 2013 – Day 2

The AEROSPACE team report on the highlights of the second trade day at the Paris Air Show on 17-23 June

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Paris Air Show 2013 – Day 3

The AEROSPACE team report on the highlights of the third trade day at the Paris Air Show on 17-23 June

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Paris Air Show 2013 – Day 4 and summary

The AEROSPACE team report on the highlights of the fourth trade day at the Paris Air Show on 17-23 June, as well as rounding up some of the themes from the show.

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Sweeping up space debris – can it be solved?

The growing issue of space debris now threatens future satellites and spacecraft. An examination of recent international progress in addressing this challenge.

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Europe’s civil UAV Roadmap released

Head of Research at the Royal Aeronautical Society, Professor Keith Hayward provides analysis of the EC's recently published Roadmap for the integration of civil Remotely-Piloted Aircraft Systems into...

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Privatising UK procurement:A GoCo too far?

A radical revamp of the UK’s dysfunctional defence procurement process is now being considered. RAeS Head of Research, Professor KEITH HAYWARD assesses the options.

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Heathrow runway options multiply

As the deadline for airport capacity submissions to UK's Davies Commission closes, Professor Keith Hayward, the Royal Aeronautical Society's Head of Research provides analysis of Heathrow Airport's...

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VIDEO: Wg Cdr Ken Wallis – lecture

An exclusive video of a lecture from Wing Commander Ken Wallis - aviator and inventor - a real-life 'Q'.

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VIDEO: Tony Tyler, DG and CEO, IATA

An exclusive interview with the head of the International Air Transport Association, (IATA) Tony Tyler.

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What’s in a name? EADS evolves

Pan-European aerospace and defence group EADS is set to ditch its old identity and become the 'Airbus Group' in 2014 in a rebranding and restructuring. Commentary and analysis on this corporate move.

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Apprenticeships reach new heights

It is a myth that apprenticeships equal greasy hands and limited horizons. ROSALIND AZOUZI, RAeS Careers and Education Manager, provides an overview of the modern aerospace and aviation apprentice scene.

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The UK defence industry and air power

In the run-up to the next UK Strategic Defence and Security Review in 2015, HOWARD WHEELDON FRAeS outlines the changes and challenges for the British defence and aerospace industry in supporting the...

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Military action against Syria – the air power options

What are the air power options for US military planners for strikes against Syria? Initial analysis and assessment.

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UK Carrier contract blasted as “unfit for purpose”

Professor Keith Hayward, RAeS Head of Research, provides expert comment and analysis on the House of Commons' recent report on the CVF aircraft carrier project.

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UK aims for big league with civil UAV test centre

The civil UAV revolution is fast taking off. The launch of the UK’s National Aeronautics Centre this week is a vision to keep the UK at the forefront of this new aerospace sector. TIM ROBINSON asks,...

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Elevating China – first Airbus A350 composite part from Harbin

In September, Airbus celebrated the delivery of the first carbon composite elevator for the A350 to be made in its new joint venture facility in northeast China. A report from the Composite...

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Gravity – film review

Lost in space? TIM ROBINSON reviews the new visually stunning science fiction film, 'Gravity' centred on astronauts adrift in orbit that raises the growing menace of space debris.

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Come fly with me — but don’t expect to make any money

The airline industry is now moving out of survival mode and into a new period of growth, but, argues RAeS Head of Research, Professor KEITH HAYWARD, profits may still be elusive. Is this another bubble...

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Oklahoma OK for UAV test centre, says state

Competition between US states to host key FAA test sites for unmanned aircraft is hotting up. BILL READ reports on Oklahoma's chances as it targets the civil UAV revolution.

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What can glider pilots teach the airline industry?

Could gliding be the low-cost training answer to keep airline pilots’ manual flying skills fresh and sharp? Report from the recent RAeS International Flight Crew Training Conference, held on 25-26...

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VIDEO: Art Thompson, Technical Director Red Bull Stratos, Lecture

Watch the inside story of Felix Baumgartner's record-breaking space jump from the perspective of Red Bull Stratos Technical Director, Art Thompson in this exclusive video of his RAeS Lecture.

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Comment: Reborn ETS to wreak havoc on European aerospace industry?

After a global agreement on carbon emissions trading was agreed at the recent International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) summit - the European Commission (EC) may now 'restart the clock' and...

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Shaping the unmanned aviation debate

Drones, UAVs and RPAVs - what can they do and what are the challenges? Get the real facts on the revolution in unmanned aviation in both civil and military guises with these two FREE articles from the...

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Dubai Air Show 2013 preview

A preview of what to look forward to at the Dubai Air Show 2013 on 17-21 November

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Dubai Air Show 2013 – Day 1

TIM ROBINSON reports on highlights from the first day at the Dubai Air Show 2013 – held on 17-21 November.

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Dubai Air Show 2013 – Day 2

TIM ROBINSON reports on the aviation and aerospace news highlights from the second day at the Dubai Air Show 2013 – held on 17-21 November.

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Dubai Air Show 2013 – Day 3

TIM ROBINSON reports on the aviation and aerospace news highlights from the third day at the Dubai Air Show 2013 – held on 17-21 November.

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Dubai Air Show 2013 – Day 4 and Summary -UPDATED

TIM ROBINSON reports from Day 4 of the Dubai Air Show, held on 17-21 November and provides analysis of this highly significant aerospace exhibition.

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A hypothetical East China Sea air combat clash

As tensions rise over the establishment of China’s ADIZ (Air Defence Identification Zone) over the East China Sea, what can an unclassified PC simulation tell us about how a real-life clash might play...

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The UK aerospace Renaissance

A new UK Aerospace Technology Institute and the fruits of the Aerospace Growth Partnership were among the topics of discussion at the inaugural President’s Conference: ‘Aerospace Technology, The Road...

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Keeping the noise down

What is the aerospace industry doing to reduce aircraft noise? Report from the 2013 RAeS Greener By Design Conference.

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The Davies Commission on London Airport Expansion Shortlist

As the UK's Davies Commission releases its shortlist of options to boost airport capacity in the South East, Professor Keith Hayward, the Royal Aeronautical Society's Head of Research, provides...

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Space debris: The legal issues

The problem of space debris has now a higher profile thanks to a Hollywood blockbuster — but what are the legal implications of your satellite being destroyed or damaged by someone else's space junk?...

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US moves closer to RPAS operation in controlled airspace

In the race to exploit unmanned avaition for civil uses the US has made a significant step forward with the selection of FAA test sites for remotely piloted air systems - RPAS. Head of Research at the...

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Aerospace education and skills agenda takes off

Last year the work of the Royal Aeronautical Society’s new Education & Skills Committee was launched to an audience of over 100 professionals from across the aviation and aerospace sector at No.4...

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