Looking Back at 2018: Technology

Cleaning up low Earth orbit, delivering medicines by drone, flying high on the power of the Sun - we take a look at some of the technology highlights in 2018.

Looking Back at 2018: Unmanned Aircraft

There was continued progress in 2018 for unmanned aircraft systems, including some that could stay aloft in the stratosphere for months, or are recovered in midflight by transport aircraft with robot arms.

2018 Photo Contest: Rotary Wing Finalists

Photographers captured images of military helicopters in environments ranging from deserts to snow-covered mountains, as well as search-and-rescue training.

ADS-B Upgrades, Training Standards Among Regulatory Priorities Ahead

Sean Broderick and Bill Carey | Aviation Week & Space Technology

Workforce-development challenges lurk as MRO industry continues to grow.

Private Investment In Space Ventures Keeps Skyrocketing

Michael Bruno | Aviation Week & Space Technology

But the final frontier remains the playground of only the most adventurous investors—and for good reasons.

Israel State-Owned Firms Respond To Changing Environment

Arie Egozi | Aviation Week & Space Technology

From ongoing tensions with Iran and terror organizations to a change in how the U.S. dispenses aid, companies are scrambling to adjust.