#aerospace

#aerospace

Gwynne Shotwell joined SpaceX in 2002 as its seventh employee and has never stopped expanding her role. She oversees day-to-day operations across multiple executive teams spanning Falcon, Starlink, Starship, and now xAI following SpaceX's February 2026 merger with Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company.

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing's team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company's core values of safety, quality and integrity.

Airbus SE (formerly EADS) is one of the world's largest aerospace companies by multiple metrics (market cap, revenue and profit) and is the product of decades of mergers between European aerospace firms. The company's success is underpinned by state benevolence, since the governments of France, Germany, and Spain together have a share ownership of over 25%. The Group is divided into three distinct branches:

Boom Supersonic - $300.0M Centennial-based Boom Supersonic is a commercial airplane manufacturer that builds supersonic airliners designed for speed, safety, and sustainability. Founded by Blake Scholl, Joe Wilding, and Joshua Krall in 2014, Boom Supersonic has now raised a total of $647.5M in total equity funding and is backed by Altimeter Capital, ARK Investment Management, Bessemer Venture Partners, Darsana Capital Partners, Robinhood Ventures, and Y Combinator.

General Dynamics delivered a broad-based earnings beat this morning that rewarded investors across all four business segments. The stock opened 4.5% higher on the results, though it settled to a more modest gain as the day progressed. The real story here isn't just that the company cleared expectations. It's the consistency of execution and the scale of the backlog driving confidence into 2026.

A futuristic £14.5million plane with TV screens instead of windows has been unveiled. The jet, called Phantom 3500, will use technology on the outside of the plane to provide immersive views. The creators, Otto Aerospace, plan to launch the aircraft in 2027. It also features an ultra-smooth exterior, which enhances the laminar flow of the plane - significantly reducing drag and increasing fuel efficiency and performance.

Coulthart suggested the craft may have been operated psionically, controlled through advanced mental or neurological means, and could be the product of reverse-engineering non-human technology.

Firefly Aerospace Inc. is a space and defense technology company based in Cedar Park, Texas, specializing in space launch and landing capabilities, including small- to medium-lift launch vehicles and lunar landers.

Tefzel wire provides excellent resistance to chemicals, high temperatures, and does not easily wear down or get scratched, making it ideal for demanding applications.

Palmer and Coburn launched Capitol Meridian Partners during COVID-19, focusing on investments that protect U.S. military personnel, amidst a shut-down world.

Israel's Arrow system has successfully defended against significant missile attacks, demonstrating its effectiveness and the need for an advanced next-generation interceptor to address evolving threats.

Honda's research arm has achieved a milestone by successfully launching and landing a prototype reusable rocket, aiming for suborbital spaceflight by 2029.

The Israeli defence ministry said in a statement that the "outrageous and unprecedented decision reeks of policy-driven and commercial considerations."

The administration’s directive to the FAA aims to expedite approvals for commercial drone operations, enabling drone deliveries crucial for companies like Amazon.

"The game was being played right to the very end, but to cross the Valley of Death in aerospace is very hard."

The Trump administration has cancelled more than US$2.4 billion worth of grants to Harvard University, affecting research funding and academic programs.

Stainless steel 1.4542, known for its exceptional strength and moderate corrosion resistance, stands out due to its capability of being heat-treated for varying strength levels without significant distortion.

Airbus’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems’ UK business, including Belfast and Prestwick factories, aims to secure vital components for its aircraft production.

The new SURF-A and Smart-X systems are designed to enhance aircraft safety during critical takeoff and landing phases, offering pilots timely warnings of potential dangers.