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AuthorAustralia to fly first zero-gravity scientific research team
May 1, 2026 0 commentThe partnership will see Australian experiments conducted aboard Novespace’s Airbus A310 Zero-G alongside the French space agency CNES, on the world’s largest civilian microgravity research platform.
Read moreATSB praises ‘decisive’ flight crew in Qantas engine failure incident
April 29, 2026 0 commentFlight QF520 to Brisbane on 8 November 2024, operated by VH-VYH, was forced to return to Sydney after a loud bang was heard from the right engine during the take-off roll. According to investigators, the failure occurred after the aircraft had already reached V1 decision speed and could not abort.
Read moreRohde & Schwarz secures major US FAA contract
April 29, 2026 0 commentThe firm has been selected to replace older analogue equipment at airports and air traffic control facilities in the US with its digital CERTIUM Voice Communication System (VCS) as part of the FAA’s Brand-New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) initiative.
Read moreAnzac flypasts 2026 – every time and aircraft listed nationwide
April 24, 2026 0 commentEvery flypast in every state, including times and exact locations. Aircraft in the skies include the F-35, Growler and Super Hornet, alongside classic warbirds from 100 Squadron and trainers like the PC-21 and Hawk 127.
Read moreWinners revealed in Defence & National Security Workforce Awards 2026
April 24, 2026 0 commentDefence and national security professionals gathered on Thursday, 23 April 2026 to celebrate excellence across the industry at what has quickly become one of the sector’s most anticipated evenings on the calendar.
Read moreFinalists revealed for Australian Space Awards 2026
April 23, 2026 0 commentThe Australian Space Awards 2026, in partnership with Principal Partner Space Centre Australia, saw a confirmed total of 131 finalists across this year’s awards, which marks the seventh instalment of the national program celebrating excellence in Australia’s space industry.
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