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China set to show off stealth jet at national air show

By Tim Hepher and Brenda Goh ZHUHAI, China (Reuters) – China prepared to unveil its latest military capabilities and new partnerships in civil aerospace at the opening of an air show in the southern city of Zhuhai on Tuesday. Airshow … Continue reading

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Shrub Oak crafter featured on cable series

One of Dan Thaler’s handcrafter wood kayaks.(Photo: Dan Thaler) Some people build model airplanes; others prefer to make furniture. Dan Thaler crafts kayaks. Thaler, who lives in Shrub Oak, will be on the cable television show “Handcrafted America,” which follows artisans who … Continue reading

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A Family Affair: McGonigle Watches

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Torqued: Drone Rules Could Stifle Student Interest

No, this isn’t an article about rogue drones or what we have to fear from drones in the hands of novice fliers. Far from it. This is about how the FAA’s new drone rules—a real boon for commercial operations—have quite … Continue reading

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G500 Powers Towards Certification With G600 Close Behind …

Gulfstream Aerospace this week is unveiling the first full production example of its new G500 large-cabin business jet, featuring an all-new cabin interior. The aircraft’s appearance here in Orlando for the NBAA show comes as the manufacturer prepares to begin … Continue reading

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Honeywell Forecasts Lower BizJet Demand, But Bright Spots Remain

ORLANDO — Honeywell Aerospace’s new 10-year forecast projects market demand for 8,600 new business jet deliveries valued at $255 billion. That is a decline of 6-7% by value over Honeywell’s 2015 forecast. Honeywell revised its forecast downward as the business … Continue reading

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Hydrogen fuel cells to be developed with proceedsHydrogen fuel cells to be developed with proceeds

The deal involves setting up a new company in China to manufacture electric aircraft including the Alpha Electro and Panthera Hybrid models. The production capacity is expected to exceed 500 aircraft per year. The seven-year project will include the construction … Continue reading

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