Business Insider
• Paul Iddon
China
Business Insider
• Paul Iddon
China and Aircraft Carrier
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2024-05-08T09:36:20.921273-07:00 •
China's Largest Carrier Initiates Sea Trials as India Plans Naval Upgrade
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2024-05-08T05:38:21.473681-07:00 •
China's Fujian Aircraft Carrier Triumphs in Maiden Sea Trials
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2024-05-07T06:24:44.854261-07:00 •
China Progresses on UAV Carrier as Fujian Completes Initial Sea Trials
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2024-05-06T14:11:41.937500-07:00 •
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Marks Over 200 Days in Red Sea Deployment
China and Comac
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2024-05-07T03:47:49.893127-07:00 •
COMAC Ramps Up C919 Production Amid Order Surge
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2024-04-26T05:43:46.978646-07:00 •
Air China Confirms $10.8 Billion Purchase of 100 COMAC C919 Jets
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2024-04-24T00:02:03.475295-07:00 •
Tony Fernandes Takes Strategic Advisory Role at AirAsia Amid Transformation
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2024-04-17T23:47:29.002541-07:00 •
Comac Advances C929 Widebody Development with Expert Summit
China and Boeing
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2024-05-09T04:43:07.096991-07:00 •
Air Senegal's Boeing 737-300 Skids Off Runway, 11 Injured
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2024-05-08T18:56:20.974477-07:00 •
Bonza’s 737 MAX Fleet Repossessed and Departing Australia
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2024-05-08T15:08:32.094840-07:00 •
Quality Concerns at Spirit AeroSystems Exposed by Whistleblower
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2024-05-08T10:29:07.262717-07:00 •
AFSOC Advances V-22 Replacement Plans, Eyes V-280 Introduction
China and NASA
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2024-05-08T20:15:26.253088-07:00 •
House Members Advocate for Amplified NASA Science Funding
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2024-05-08T16:11:00.259327-07:00 •
Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to Explore Primordial Black Holes
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2024-05-08T11:29:16.157623-07:00 •
ISS Astronauts Discuss Mars Exploration and Space Life
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2024-05-08T11:12:09.498144-07:00 •
NASA Expands Mars Exploration with Next-Gen Helicopters
China News and Events
2024-05-08T18:38:34.922049-07:00 •
UAE Explores Air Force Alliance with China Amid F-35 Ambitions
In a strategic move, the United Arab Emirates is deepening its air force relations with China, potentially as a tactic to secure future F-35 purchases from the United States.
2024-05-08T09:46:08.217745-07:00 •
Safran and GDAT Ink Helicopter Engine Support Deals Amid Xi's France Visit
In a move that strengthens Sino-French aerospace ties, Safran Helicopter Engines sealed support-by-the-hour contracts with China's GDAT Group, timed with President Xi Jinping's state visit.
2024-05-08T09:36:20.921273-07:00 •
China's Largest Carrier Initiates Sea Trials as India Plans Naval Upgrade
Amid China's assertive moves in the Indian Ocean with its biggest aircraft carrier entering sea trials, India contemplates a significant naval expansion.
2024-05-08T07:08:08.866364-07:00 •
Chang'e-6 Mission Achieves Lunar Orbit, Preparing for Moon's Far Side Landing
China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe successfully enters lunar orbit, signaling readiness for the next phase towards the historic far side sample collection.
2024-05-08T05:38:21.473681-07:00 •
China's Fujian Aircraft Carrier Triumphs in Maiden Sea Trials
China's most advanced vessel, the Fujian, has wrapped up its first sea trials with Xinhua reporting the achievement of anticipated outcomes, marking a significant step in Beijing's naval ambitions.
2024-05-08T02:42:20.976440-07:00 •
Russia-China Lunar Base Collaboration Announced
Roscosmos confirms partnership with China for the development of a nuclear-powered moon base, marking a significant step in space cooperation.
2024-05-07T23:33:47.533348-07:00 •
Asia-Pacific Business Jet Fleet Growth Stagnates in 2023
The Asia-Pacific region saw marginal growth in its business jet fleet, ending 2023 with 1,154 aircraft, underscored by a complex interplay of 28 new deliveries against 89 deductions.
2024-05-07T22:54:49.348183-07:00 •
US-China Spy Satellite Competition Intensifies
In an escalating race, the US and China are leveraging their commercial space sectors for quicker spy satellite deployments, marking a significant uptick in space-based reconnaissance efforts.
2024-05-07T22:36:49.588143-07:00 •
Retrospective: US Stealth Bomber's 1999 Strike on China's Belgrade Embassy
Analyzing the 1999 US stealth bomber strike on China's Belgrade Embassy, a pivotal moment that reshaped global military defense strategies post-Cold War.
2024-05-07T11:35:37.076469-07:00 •
AG600 Achieves Initial Water-Rescue Capability Verification
AVIC's AG600, China's large amphibious aircraft, has successfully undergone its initial water rescue capability tests, marking a significant milestone in its development.
2024-05-07T11:29:07.273871-07:00 •
Safran's Sustainable Expansion in China
Commemorating a century-long engagement with the Chinese market, Safran Group aims to bolster its foothold by aligning with sustainable and responsible development guidelines.
2024-05-07T11:17:33.320974-07:00 •
Safran Projects China to Lead in Global Aircraft Orders Over 20 Years
Over the next two decades, China is poised to lead global aircraft orders, with projections exceeding 8,000 new units, highlighting the country's robust aviation growth.
2024-05-07T09:50:47.948557-07:00 •
Germany and France Join US-Led Naval Exercise in South China Sea
European naval and air forces to bolster U.S. presence in a significant military exercise, signaling increased alliance in Indo-Pacific tensions.
2024-05-07T07:31:06.421294-07:00 •
U.S. and Allies Aim to Outpace China in Space Race 2.0
Efforts intensify among America and Artemis Accord allies to secure a strategic advantage over China in the ongoing Space Race 2.0.
2024-05-07T06:24:44.854261-07:00 •
China Progresses on UAV Carrier as Fujian Completes Initial Sea Trials
While undergoing its first sea trials, China's Fujian aircraft carrier advances towards its 2025 delivery to the People's Liberation Army Navy, paving the way for its UAV quasi-aircraft carrier counterpart.
2024-05-07T06:01:00.680803-07:00 •
Emirates Expands Tourism Partnerships Across China, Hong Kong, Seychelles, and Sri Lanka
In a strategic move to bolster tourism, Emirates has established new partnerships with the China Cultural Centre, Hong Kong Tourism Board, and reaffirmed commitments with Tourism Seychelles and the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau.
2024-05-07T04:18:34.765423-07:00 •
China Airlines Launches Direct Flights to Saudi Arabia
Offering over 45,000 seats yearly, China Airlines commences direct services between Beijing and Riyadh, enhancing connectivity.
2024-05-07T03:47:49.893127-07:00 •
COMAC Ramps Up C919 Production Amid Order Surge
COMAC is set to increase its C919 aircraft manufacturing capabilities in Shanghai, responding to a spike in demand with significant new orders on the horizon.
2024-05-07T03:17:54.282611-07:00 •
EHang Achieves First UAE Passenger eVTOL Flight Milestone
In an industry-leading demonstration, EHang's EH216-S performed the UAE's inaugural passenger-carrying eVTOL flight in Abu Dhabi, together with EH216-L and EH216-F models showcasing autonomous aerial capabilities.
2024-05-07T01:57:33.309784-07:00 •
China's Maiden Long March 6C Rocket Successfully Launches
The Long March 6C's inaugural flight marks a milestone in China's aerospace endeavors, deploying four satellites into orbit.
2024-05-06T23:40:01.707230-07:00 •
Airbus and China Forge Deeper Aviation Collaboration with MOU
In a significant development for global aviation, Airbus and China's state planner have inked an MOU aimed at enhancing bilateral aviation cooperation.
2024-05-06T22:40:52.204742-07:00 •
Chinese Drone Achieves First Cross-Sea Cargo Flight with Seeds
In a pioneering flight, an unmanned AN-2-based drone successfully executed China's inaugural cross-sea cargo delivery, ferrying seeds between two provinces.
2024-05-06T17:47:52.827531-07:00 •
Boeing Starliner Crewed Mission Delayed
The scheduled launch of Boeing's Starliner has been postponed mere hours before takeoff, citing caution as the primary reason for the decision.
2024-05-06T11:19:16.639345-07:00 •
Chang'e-6 Prepares For Historic Moon Sample Return Mission
International teams converge in Haikou City for the upcoming Chang'e-6 mission, aimed at returning samples from the Moon's far side.
2024-05-06T06:43:18.339804-07:00 •
China's Labor Day Travel Surge Reflects Q1 Economic Recovery
China's Labor Day holiday travel outpaces previous years, indicating robust economic resurgence into the second quarter.
2024-05-06T05:01:48.520714-07:00 •
China Southern's Strengthened Presence in Christchurch by 2024
China Southern Airlines aims to bolster its operations at Christchurch Airport with an expanded service set for October 2024, marking a significant increase from its offerings in summer 2023.
2024-05-06T02:33:58.412050-07:00 •
Australian Helicopter's Near Miss with Chinese Fighter Jet Over Flare Incident
An Australian Navy helicopter was forced into evasive maneuvers in international waters after a Chinese fighter jet dropped flares in front, sparking diplomatic protests.
2024-05-06T02:09:07.086889-07:00 •
NASA Prioritizes Moon Missions Amidst China Competition, Trusts SpaceX
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson highlights the urgency of the U.S.-China race to the moon, emphasizing the quest to find water and expressing confidence in SpaceX for future missions.
2024-05-06T02:08:35.760818-07:00 •
China's Fujian Aircraft Carrier Begins Sea Trials Amid Naval Expansion
The commencement of sea trials for China's third aircraft carrier, Fujian, marks a significant step in its naval capabilities, challenging US dominance and its implications for India.
2024-05-04T19:31:13.243826-07:00 •
Taiwan Advances Its Emergency Satellite System Amid Hostility Threats
Facing ongoing intimidations from China, Taiwan is pushing forward with a project to develop a satellite system akin to Starlink for disaster resilience and island-wide connectivity.
2024-05-04T16:11:15.871825-07:00 •
USS Theodore Roosevelt Marks 250,000th Trap with F/A-18F
During routine operations in the South China Sea, an F/A-18F Super Hornet from Carrier Air Wing 11 achieved the USS Theodore Roosevelt's 250,000th trap landing.
2024-05-04T11:32:22.913411-07:00 •
Adm. Paparo Takes Charge of INDOPACOM Amid Tensions with China
In a significant military leadership transition, Navy Adm. Samuel J. Paparo Jr. has officially succeeded Navy Adm. John Aquilino as head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, highlighting a critical focus on preparedness against Chinese aggression.
2024-05-03T18:01:36.640568-07:00 •
Wenchang Emerges as China's Space Tourism Hub
China's Hainan Island, specifically the city of Wenchang, is capitalizing on its rocket launch center, attracting a burgeoning space-tourism sector.
2024-05-03T09:06:16.355538-07:00 •
Air Force Secretary Experiences AI-Controlled F-16 Flight
In a groundbreaking event, Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall undertook a flight in an experimental AI-powered F-16, marking a significant advance in military aviation technology.
2024-05-03T08:36:29.404326-07:00 •
China Progresses in Space Race with Initial Space Station Module Launch
The launch signifies a critical advancement in China's space endeavors, marking the beginning of its ambitious construction of a proprietary space station.
2024-05-03T07:56:00.267335-07:00 •
PLA Debuts Ballistic Missile from Xi'an H-6K Bomber
In a strategic maneuver, China's PLA showcased its military capabilities by launching a new ballistic missile from a Xi'an H-6K bomber, as revealed in a recent video.
2024-05-03T07:32:21.505746-07:00 •
AVIC Launches High-Capacity Drone Plant in Sichuan
With an annual output capacity of 200 units, AVIC's new UAS production facility in Zigong aims to bolster China's position in the global drone market.
2024-05-03T03:39:30.974299-07:00 •
China's Chang'e-6 Mission Embarks to Retrieve Moon's Far Side Samples
In an unprecedented effort, China's Chang'e-6 spacecraft is on a mission to collect and return the first-ever samples from the moon's far side, marking a significant milestone in lunar exploration.
2024-05-02T12:51:38.770599-07:00 •
Chinese Satellites Challenge US Dominance in Long-Range Precision Targeting
China's advancements in satellite technology are positioning it as a formidable competitor to the US, significantly impacting long-range targeting capabilities in military operations.
2024-05-02T11:46:22.654033-07:00 •
US Warns of China's Significant Advances in Space
Maj. Gen. Gregory Gagnon highlights China's profound developments in space, signaling a strategic shift in capabilities that could pose new challenges.
2024-05-02T06:26:36.382416-07:00 •
China Southern Warns Against Coin Tosses into Engines
Following a significant delay of an Airbus A350 due to passengers throwing coins into the engine, China Southern Airlines seeks to educate on aircraft safety through social media.
2024-05-02T06:21:24.221261-07:00 •
Global Airlines' Inaugural A380 Transatlantic Flight to London
Following its acquisition of an Airbus A380 in February, Global Airlines has successfully completed its first transatlantic journey, stirring market interest.
2024-05-02T05:57:42.933664-07:00 •
Chang'e-6 Lunar Probe Set for Launch by China
Advancing its lunar exploration capabilities, China is poised to dispatch the Chang'e-6 probe to the moon.
2024-05-02T03:59:37.401142-07:00 •
Lufthansa Launches A350 Allegris Cabin on Munich-Vancouver Route
In a notable enhancement to passenger experience, Lufthansa's A350 with the newly introduced Allegris cabin conducted its inaugural flight from Munich to Vancouver on May 1.
2024-05-01T16:51:32.848936-07:00 •
Russia Advances in Space-Based Nuclear Anti-Satellite Capabilities
Senior Pentagon officials disclose Russia's development of a satellite designed to deploy a nuclear device, posing a significant threat to global satellite infrastructure.
2024-05-01T13:51:34.276599-07:00 •
China Advances in Space Race with Successful Sea-Based Rocket Launches
Launching rockets from sea platforms, China aims to optimize takeoff trajectories and reduce logistical costs, despite facing operational challenges.
2024-05-01T09:38:13.585738-07:00 •
China's 2024 Space Program Advances Unveiled
At its annual Space Day, China revealed new hardware developments in its space program, signaling a significant progress.
2024-05-01T09:26:27.654740-07:00 •
Abu Dhabi Navigates F-35 Acquisition Amid US-China Tensions
Abu Dhabi's efforts to procure F-35 jets become a geopolitical pivot as defense officials hold talks with both Beijing and Washington.
2024-05-01T05:17:30.270521-07:00 •
Chang'e 6 Mission: China and Pakistan's Lunar Collaboration
Set to launch soon, Chang'e 6 aims for lunar far side exploration, underscoring China-Pakistan partnership in advancing space science.
2024-04-30T21:12:25.324494-07:00 •
China Advances Martian Exploration with Rotorcraft Concepts
Chinese spaceflight labs develop quadcopter and octocopter designs for Mars exploration, aiming to enhance terrain scouting and sample collection.
