Boeing Delivers First Lufthansa 747-8 Intercontinental | Aviation, Aerospace & Defense

EVERETT, Wash.– Boeing has delivered the first 747-8 Intercontinental passenger airliner to Deutsche Lufthansa AG, beginning a new era for the world’s most recognized airplane, and beginning a new era of increased efficiency, stronger environmental p...

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Asteroid mining plans revealed by Planetary Resources, Inc. | Aviation, Aerospace & Defense

Seattle, Wash. – April 24, 2012 — Planetary Resources, Inc. announced today its plan to mine Near-Earth Asteroids (NEAs) for raw materials, ranging from water to precious metals. Through the development of cost-effective exploration technologies, the...

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Qantas flies on cooking oil

We are delighted to be operating Australia’s first sustainable aviation fuel flights and to be launching a study into the feasibility of producing such fuel in this country.

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Student rocket-builders join top STEM leaders at White House Science Fair

Participants in world’s largest rocket contest showcase designs for President Obama Arlington, Va. — President Obama highlighted the efforts of team members, teachers and parents from a Presidio, Texas, school that worked to raise funds to participa...

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Boeing and Embraer Sign Agreement for Broad Business Cooperation to Benefit Customers and Support Industry Growth

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Space Shuttle Discovery to Fly Over Washington Metro Area April 17

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Pilots Having Issues in the Cockpit is a Growing Concern, Says Veteran Aviation Attorney

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Southwest Airlines Celebrates 25 Years of LUV With Hundreds of Houston-Based Flight Attendants

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Ex-Im Bank Approves $84.8 Million for Brazilian Airline Maintenance

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National Drone Tour Starts in Brooklyn April 12, 2012

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