Aerospace Industry

Discover the cutting-edge innovations and high-stakes challenges shaping the future of the aerospace industry.

XCOR Aerospace: The Rise and Fall of a Space Pioneer

Vince Vanguard

XCOR Aerospace's journey from innovative space pioneers to bankruptcy highlights the challenges of financial instability and leadership in the competitive aerospace industry.

The Sky's the Limit: The Story of Stanley Aviation

Martin Sparks

Stanley Aviation revolutionized aerospace safety with innovative ejection seat technology, significantly impacting military aviation during the Cold War.

The Little Airport That Could: Hawthorne Municipal Airport

KC Fairlight

Hawthorne Municipal Airport is a vital hub for general aviation in Los Angeles County, supporting local economies and fostering aerospace innovation despite urban challenges.

Frank L. Culbertson Jr.: The Astronaut Who Witnessed History from Space

Martin Sparks

Frank L. Culbertson Jr., a retired NASA astronaut, uniquely witnessed the September 11 attacks from space, highlighting the interconnectedness of humanity and the importance of international cooperation in space exploration.

Louis Faury: The Visionary Behind Airbus's Success

Martin Sparks

Louis Faury's leadership at Airbus is transforming the aerospace industry with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and digitalization.

Airbus: The Flying Socialist Dream

Vince Vanguard

This article critiques Airbus as a government-subsidized aerospace giant, highlighting market distortions, inefficiencies, and environmental contradictions.

Taking Flight: The Unique Journey of LEX, the Sounding Rocket of Tomorrow

Martin Sparks

Discover the exciting world of the LEX sounding rocket, a versatile tool pushing the boundaries of space exploration with each launch, bringing back invaluable data from the edge of space.

The Antonov An-180: A Dream That Never Took Flight

KC Fairlight

The Antonov An-180 was an ambitious Ukrainian aircraft project that faced insurmountable economic and political challenges, preventing it from ever taking flight.