Joe Anselmo, Jens Flottau and Guy Norris Airbus turns to an outsider for its new sales chief. Our editors discuss the prosperity—and problems—that he will inherit. | James Drew | Aerospace Daily & Defense Report Since being stood up in April 2003, the U.S. Air Force’s shadowy Rapid Capabilities Office has expanded significantly, now overseeing 30 weapons programs valued at more than $30 billion over the next five years. | | Graham Warwick | Aerospace Daily & Defense Report Drone collisions with aircraft will cause more impact damage than a bird strike of equivalent size and speed, concludes a study conducted for the FAA. | Mark Carreau | Aerospace Daily & Defense Report NASA’s multibillion-dollar Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope is undergoing a near-term, top-to-bottom cost/benefit analysis and a descoping of the technically challenging coronagraph. | | Henry Canaday | MRO Network The big advantage of augmented reality tools, for either training or supporting aircraft maintenance, lies in the ability to bridge long distances | Alan Dron | Air Transport World Three major European manufacturing groups plan to take a significant step toward hybrid-electric propulsion for commercial aircraft. | | MOST READ ON AVIATIONWEEK.COM | Sponsored by Bombardier Can a right-sized single-aisle fleet solve load factor challenges in Africa? | | Market Briefings (Subscription Required) |
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