Aeronautical industry

Could a rear-mounted electric fan be the next step in aircraft design? We explore the tech of the EU's Centreline project and its goals of creating a greener, cleaner airliner.

It’s being billed as the next frontier in commercial travel… the space race! Plus, the low down on the innovative ways brands are reaching their customers. And keeping tabs on Donald Trump’s transatlantic trade tussle.

New technologies were on display at the China International Import Expo, as the country tries to develop trade ties in the wake of a tariff war with the US.

Air travel needs to become less polluting and more economical as a matter of urgency; one part-EU-funded reserach project is taking giant strides towards a revolutionary wing design.

When you board an airplane for a flight, do you ever consider what it is made of?

Daleen Hassan: “Nagoya is Japan’s hub for the aerospace industry.

In a severe blow to the UK manufacturing sector and skills pool BAE Systems is laying off 2000 workers.

Canada's Bombardier calls 220% US import tax penalty on its C-series planes "absurd", says legal battle will continue.

A completion centre for the A330 jet will complement Airbus' sites in Tianjin as the company battles Boeing for the Chinese market.

The world's first strategic bomber is getting a facelift.

Britain has launched consultation over its long-term aviation strategy as it prepares the sector for life outside the European Union

Russia has showcased its new multi-purpose fighter jet, the Mikoyan MiG-35, at the 13th International Aviation and Space Salon (MAKS). The airshow

Discover Zephyr Endless flight, a project aiming to go on an 8000-metre-high voyage using only helium and the sun.

For day 6 of the Paris Air Show, we’re back at the Paris Air Lab but this time we’re going fully virtual.

As the public descend for the 5th day of the Paris Air Show we meet a pilot just before he takes off for an aerobatic spectacle to wow the crowds.

Step inside the NH90, a military helicopter that carries out search and rescue missions as well as military engagements.

It is even possible to fold two seats into a double bed.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be part of the elite, sipping champagne in a corporate jet?

Is it a drone? Is it a helicopter? No, it’s a Flike…a bit of both.

We meet heads of ESA, NASA & Thomas Pesquet at the Paris Air Show

We take a look at two exciting projects just around the corner that may well transform the entire aviation industry.