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September 13, 2012

XCOR Announces FiberDyne As Lynx Mark I Wing Strake Manufacturer

Critical Component Designed For 'Tens Of Thousands' Of Flights

XCOR Aerospace announced Tuesday that the Lynx Mark I suborbital reusable launch vehicle (RLV) wing strake assemblies will be manufactured by FiberDyne Advanced Composites of Tukwila, WA. The Lynx wing strakes are critical structural components that attach the Lynx fuselage to the wings and hold kerosene fuel, attachment points for the main landing gear, and bays for the vehicle's reaction control thrusters.

Similar Flights Were Used During The Apollo Program To Test And Evaluate Equipment And Procedures

NASA's Flight Opportunities Program researchers have dedicated a microgravity flight test in memory of Apollo 11 astronaut Neil Armstrong, who died August 25 at the age of 82. A modified Boeing 727 jetliner operated by Zero-G Corporation performed multiple aerobatic maneuvers, called parabolas, that simulate the reduced gravity found in lunar and Martian atmospheres as well as zero gravity encountered in space.

System To Be Designed For Early Detection Of Space Debris

The European Space Agency (ESA) is developing a new radar as part of the Agency’s Space Situational Awareness program. The radar will test future debris monitoring techniques, helping European satellite operators avoid space hazards and increase safety in Earth orbit.

Huerta's Inaugural 'Meet The Boss' Outing Leaves Much To Be Desired

Acting FAA Administrator Michael Huerta made his first appearance at AirVenture in the top job Thursday, July 26th, but the crowd that gathered only filled about a third of Forum Pavilion 7. It was not an auspicious beginning, but as the session wore on, it became obvious that the no-shows were missing little.

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BAE, EADS Discuss Possible 'Business Combination'

Statement Made Wednesday To The London Stock Exchange

Acknowledging their long history of collaboration, and their current joint work on a number of important projects, including the Eurofighter and MBDA joint ventures, BAE Systems and EADS on Wednesday confirmed that the two companies are in discussions about a possible combination of the businesses.

Guests Include Fellow Apollo 11 Astronaut Michael Collins, NASA Administrator Charles Bolden

A public memorial service for astronaut Neil Armstrong is being held at the National Cathedral Thursday morning at 1000 EDT, which will be webcast live. Representatives from the Cathedral and NASA headquarters will join other national figures in honoring the life of Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, who died August 25.