Aerospace
US Lawmakers Push Boeing Deal in China
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During a visit to China, a delegation of US lawmakers highlighted the potential for a major Boeing aircraft deal, emphasizing economic ties amid ongoing trade tensions. The discussions aimed to revive stalled negotiations for Chinese airlines to purchase Boeing jets, potentially worth billions.
Pentagon figures show ULA's Vulcan rocket costs rising
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New Pentagon contract data indicates that the development of United Launch Alliance's Vulcan rocket is becoming more expensive. Figures reveal increased funding requirements for the program. This comes amid ongoing efforts to certify the rocket for national security launches.
SpaceX's second-generation Starship completes near-perfect test flight
SpaceX achieved a near-perfect test flight for its second-generation Starship on Monday, marking the end of the V2 design phase. The stainless steel spacecraft traveled halfway around the world from South Texas to the Indian Ocean. This flight closes a troubled yet instructive chapter in the company's rocket program.
Spain approves multi-billion loan to Airbus for 105 helicopters in Albacete
The Spanish government has granted a 3.68 billion euro loan to Airbus to manufacture 105 helicopters, as part of the Industrial and Technological Plan for Security and Defense announced in April. This interest-free, no-guarantee funding will bolster the industry in Albacete, where the aircraft will be produced. The initiative addresses geopolitical tensions and aims to meet the 2% GDP defense spending target.