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Probable Cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control.

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The new Volonaut Airbike promises to be an exciting new option for personal air mobility. Designed by Polish inventor and entrepreneur Tomasz Patan, the Volonaut looks like something from “Star Wars.” Fans of the movie “Return of the Jedi” might see similarities between the Volonaut and the hoverbikes in the film. Unlike personal eVTOL aircraft…

Patrick Brown submitted this photo and note: “Picture taken heading south from Colorado Springs on my way to Albuquerque on a nice clear day.”

Leading aviation engineering specialist ITP Aero claims to be seeing positive impact of its long-term growth strategy as it prepares to return as an exhibitor at the Paris Air Show this year. The independent Spanish engine and components manufacturer and former Rolls Royce and SENER joint venture, says it is seeing “exceptional momentum”. The company…

Probable Cause: A loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice that resulted from the pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat during the landing approach.

The aerospace industry is projected to boost investment in programmes to advance digital continuity, according to a new report from The Capgemini Research Institute. The findings of an extensive industry survey of 179 organisations in 16 countries have been released ahead of next week’s Paris Air Show in the The strategic edge: How digital continuity drives business…

Rising military budgets are contributing to aerospace and defence manufacturing and maintenance projects to overrun according to new analysis from global management consultancy Bain & Company. A report released ahead of next week’s Paris Air Show says global demand for defence and aerospace capabilities is rising and outpacing supply. Bain & Co says this is…

As part of its commitment to expand access across Asia-Pacific and unlock greater trade potential between China and global markets, Etihad Cargo has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Ezhou Huahu Airport. As part of the agreement, Etihad Cargo will strengthen its strategic presence at Ezhou Huahu Airport, which will serve as a key gateway…