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GE Aerospace announced the acceptance of two T901-GE-900 engines by the U.S. Army for the Improved Turbine Engine Program’s UH-60 Black Hawk integration and testing. The next-generation rotorcraft engines were unboxed during a ceremony at Sikorsky’s facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. Today’s announcement comes on the heels of the first ever ground run of an aircraft powered by a T901 engine. In April, a T901 engine successfully powered Sikorsky’s Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft (FARA) prototype, Raider X, gathering data to support the engine integration into the service’s UH-60 Black Hawk and AH-64 Apache. The T901 engine was built on GE Aerospace’s unparalleled experience powering the Black Hawk and Apache for the past four decades with its combat-proven T700 engine, a run that has resulted in more than 100 million flight hours. The T901 was developed in response to a need from the U.S. Army for increased power and reduced fuel consumption. The T901 design draws from an impressive stack of commercial technologies, including 3D-modeling, the use of ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), and 3D-printed (additive) parts. The use of CMCs and additive manufacturing enables the engine to produce more power with less weight. Another notable design feature of the T901 is the engine’s modular design, an aspect that was carried over from the T700. The modular design is one key to the T901’s low cost, reliability, maintainability, and reduced life-cycle costs. Through the application of this proven modular architecture, the T901 can easily integrate with the Army’s existing helicopters and sustainment philosophy while exceeding performance requirements. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak https://lnkd.in/gA9FSjK7

In Defense aviation MRO, a crucial challenge emerges: the fading art of traditional manufacturing skills. As seasoned craftsmen retire, skills like tube bending and sheet metal work vanish. The newer generation leans towards tech, but can it fix a military aircraft with a damaged 40-year-old fuel tube and you only need one? With aging infrastructure, passing on these skills is urgent. If not vital, to our defense. The problem isn't tech ignorance but neglecting time-tested skills that are the backbone of aerospace MRO. As we embrace progress, let's blend the old with the new to ensure continuity. How do we preserve manual craftsmanship as veterans leave? Time is ticking. Can we afford to lose traditional skills in the pursuit of tech marvels? It's about a balanced approach, integrating timeless skills to keep our planes soaring. Share your thoughts! #aircraftmaintenance #manufacturing #EngineeringEducation #fabrication #manufacturingengineering

Aeronautical engineering involves the study, design and manufacturing of flight-capable machines or the techniques of operating aircraft. This course trains an engineer in the designing, construction, analysis and testing of commercial or military aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts. They also learn to design and develop supersonic jets, helicopters, satellites and rockets. Aeronautical engineers are considered to be the highest paid engineers.

Its up to the US Congress at this point; The jist of this decision and the 9 advantages being touted is based on:: - current Pratt engine doesnt have “growth” potential to keep up with existing airframe and systems changes, never mind future planned changes. Updating the current engine for US$2 billion is a “bandaid”. - GE has an adaptive engine ready to go into field testing. Its designed to be a drop in. -Pratt has an adaptive engine not yet ready to field test in development. - A adaptive engine competition betwen Pratt and GE should be run to the point of a full field test for both adaptive engine resulting in a better new engine for less money. -Cost to field test both adaptive engines is estimated to be US $6 billion. Reas the 9 reasons to get a better understanding!

106 years ago, 1st April 1918 was the day the Royal Air Force was inaugurated, distinct from the British Army and Royal Navy, creating the World’s first entirely separate and independent air service.  We’re not that old, but we do have over fifty years’ experience in the aerospace industry where we’ve established a strong presence supplying development parts and equipment, tooling jigs and fixtures and test rig and test equipment to fixed wing and rotorcraft systems. We’ve worked on a range of civil and military projects and have delivered a vast range of products and services, from structures and systems design, through to the manufacture of complex flying components and sub-assemblies.  #raf #aerospace #engineering #defence #technical #manufacturing #welding #assembly #tooling #fixedwing #rotorcraft  

In Defense aviation MRO, a pressing issue isn't the lack of knowledge in new tech… but the vanishing expertise in essential old skills. As the seasoned workforce retires, skills like tube bending and manual machining are fading. The new generations leans toward new tech, but when you need to replace a fuel tube on a 40-year-old military aircraft engine, those old skills are indispensable. Bridging this skills gap is crucial as our infrastructure ages. Let's ensure we have the know-how to fix what time has worn out. #manufacturing #EngineeringEducation #fabrication #manufacturingengineering

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🔥 An effort to help military first responders lift heavy objects and quickly exit contested environments went from idea to field testing in about four months. 🔥 A team led by Center for Rapid Innovation (CRI) Mechanical Engineer John Bales, who has also assisted many of the AFWERX Refinery Cohorts with his technical expertise before also being accepted into our 11th Cohort with his Autonomous Flightline Resupply Vehicle, developed the quick-deflating modification by starting with input from end-users - our military first responders. Airmen across the United States Department of the Air Force strive to foster a culture of innovation and improvement at the bases they serve, and encourage the contribution of ideas that enhance operational effectiveness and quality of life. Their contributions provide both a voice and a conduit to turn powerful ideas into game-changing operational realities. Learn more here: : https://ow.ly/WeUQ50SeF21 . . . United States Air Force #AFWERX #Spark #Refinery #AFRL #CenterforRapidInnovation #CRI #DAF #DoD #militaryfirstresponders #technical #sustainability #innovativeAF

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The global Military Aircraft Simulation and Training market was valued at US$ 5729.8 million in 2023 and is anticipated to reach US$ 6652.5 million by 2030 witnessing a CAGR of 3.5% during the forecast period 20242030. #GlobalMilitaryAircraftSimulation #MilitaryTraining #DefenseMarket #MilitaryDrills #UAVTraining #FixedWingTraining #ScrewMachineTraining #MarketGrowth #MarketForecast #MilitaryReadiness