NASA is getting the best of both worlds as it tests future Mars helicopter designs both on Earth and the Red Planet for the first time, marking a historic milestone in aeronautical experimentation.

Lithuanian start-up Airvolve is working on a next-generation aircraft that could replace traditional helicopters in military missions. Aviation International News (AIN) recently reported that the ...

Aircraft manufacturers and research institutions continue to explore radical new designs aimed at reducing fuel burn, emissions, and operating costs. Concepts such as blended-wing airliners, ...

Leonardo’s Future Programmes Group was established in 2022 as a Centre of Excellence for emerging rotorcraft technologies, and this innovation hub is already proving to be a game-changer for the ...

MARIGNANE, France, May 15 (Reuters) - Airbus Helicopters (AIR.PA), opens new tab showcased an experimental half-plane, half-helicopter on Wednesday in a quest for speed as competition heats up to ...

Vertical-lift pioneer Sikorsky is facing mixed fortunes at the moment. On the one hand, the company known for building the world’s first practical helicopter has a years-long backlog for its H-60 ...

Modern CAD systems allow engineers to create intricate 3D models of avionics systems with remarkable detail. These designs incorporate real-world simulations, enabling engineers to test performance ...