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AUVSI’s Michael Robbins on Why Regional Autonomy Hubs Are Critical to U.S. Drone Leadership
U.S. policy and funding now send an unmistakable signal: domestic drone and autonomous systems development is a national priority. But translating that momentum into lasting leadership will require more than federal directives and prototype programs. In this guest post, AUVSI President and CEO Michael Robbins argues that investing in regional autonomy hubs is the critical…
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APOC Aviation names new business development manager
Aircraft, engines and landing gears trading, leasing, and part-out company, APOC Aviation, has appointed Carlos Miguel Branco Sandels to the role of business development manager. Sandels, who will be based at APOC Aviation’s Rotterdam office, joins with more than 15 years’ professional sales and business development experience gained across varied industries. For the last five…
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Trust Automation Awarded $490M Air Force Counter-UAS Contract
Trust Automation, Inc. has secured a $490-million indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract from the U.S. Air Force to develop counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) capabilities through 2030. The San Luis Obispo, California-based company will conduct research, development, prototyping, and production of counter-drone technologies at its facility, with work expected to conclude by August 20, 2030.…
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NHS Expands London Drone Delivery Network for Pathology Samples
Commercial drone operations in the UK healthcare sector are expanding significantly as the National Health Service launches its second major drone delivery initiative in London. Building on successful operations with Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, the NHS is now deploying zero-emission drones to transport urgent pathology samples across southwest London. The new drone…
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SunExpress and Lufthansa Technik sign engine MRO deals
SunExpress Airlines has awarded Lufthansa Technik with a comprehensive MRO contract for both the legacy and latest-technology engines powering its fleet of Boeing 737s. The respective five-year contracts encompass legacy CFM56-7B engines powering SunExpress’s Boeing 737-800s as well as latest-generation CFM LEAP-1B engines used on the airline’s fast-growing subfleet of Boeing 737-8s. To be carried…
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Jiang to lead business growth at HAECO Composite Services
Engineering and maintenance provider, HAECO, has appointed Haijun Jiang as general manager of its composite services unit, taking over from Sunny Mirchandani who has retired. Jiang will oversee HAECO Composite Services’ strategic development and business growth, responsible for driving its operational performance and profitability, while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality and regulatory compliance.…
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Airbourne Colours wins Austrian A320 repaint contract
Aircraft painting firm Airbourne Colours has announced it will deliver a comprehensive painting programme for Austrian Airlines’ fleet of Airbus A320s. The programme, which is already underway, will see 10 aircraft repainted at Airbourne Colours’ East Midlands Airport paint facility. Airbourne Colours says this project further strengthens its reputation as a trusted partner to leading…
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P.180 Avanti Will Drive Piaggio’s Revival in New Major Push
Baykar acquired Piaggio Aerospace last year and will now invest heavily in the latter’s flagship P.180 Avanti to regain the market share of the popular aircraft. The Italian Piaggio Aerospace, following the acquisition by Turkish drone major Baykar, is poised for a massive reinvention in market presence under the new name Baykar Piaggio Aerospace. Better…
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Korean Air plans major modernisation of its JFK cargo terminal
Korean Air has commissioned Lödige Industries as its partner to work on plans for a major modernisation of its JFK cargo terminal which it says will boost service quality, operational efficiency, and sustainability of its operations on the US East Coast. Korean Air’s comprehensive modernisation includes the introduction of a range of advanced automated systems…
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Vienna Airport achieves historic air cargo results in 2025
Vienna Airport has announced that it handled 313,763 tonnes of cargo in 2025, a new all-time high for the airport. Compared with the previous year, this represents growth of 5.3%. The airport reports that key drivers of this development was the targeted expansion of long-haul services with additional belly-hold capacity, as well as strong growth…
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