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Korean Air partners with Airbus Helicopters on vertical unmanned aerial systems

#KoreanAir and #Airbus Helicopters agreed to collaborate on the development of vertical unmanned aerial systems (VUAS) for the Republic of Korea Armed Forces.

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Korean Air and Airbus Helicopters agreed to collaborate on the development of vertical unmanned aerial systems (VUAS) for the Republic of Korea Armed Forces.

Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters, and Jung-woo Park, president of Korean Air’s Aerospace Business Division, were present at the signing event in Seoul.

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A ship-borne reconnaissance UAS and a UAS to monitor Korea’s northwest islands will be developed by Korean Air and Airbus Helicopters for the ROK Navy, as stated in the MOA. The knowledge gathered through their internal VSR700 UAS program will be combined with Korean Air’s experience and skill in UAS development, as well as Airbus Helicopters’ knowledge of UAS design and manufacture.

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With almost 20 years of experience and skill, Korean Air dominates the Korean unmanned aerial system business. By working together, Korean Air hopes to improve its position in the worldwide VUAS market. In addition to being chosen as the preferred bidder for the Korean Agency for Defense Development’s “stealth UAV squadron development,” Korean Air created a next-generation stealth drone R&D facility in June.

Korean Air will carry on representing and providing services to the country’s aerospace and defense industry as a pioneering business in the growth of the Korean aerospace and defense industry.

Aerospace

Boeing Transfers Rocket Stage to NASA, Paving Way for Human Moon Mission

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Boeing has achieved a significant milestone by providing NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.

This crucial component, crafted at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), is set to propel the Artemis II crew into lunar orbit, marking humanity’s return to deep space after a 50-year hiatus.

The monumental Boeing-built rocket stage, the largest element of the Artemis II mission, will embark on a journey aboard the Pegasus barge, traveling 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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Upon arrival, it will be meticulously integrated with other essential Artemis II components, including the upper stage, solid rocket boosters, and NASA’s Orion spacecraft within the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. This intricate integration process is a vital step toward the eagerly anticipated Artemis II launch, slated for 2025.

“Boeing-built products helped land humankind on the moon in 1969, and we’re proud to continue that legacy through the Artemis generation,” remarked Dave Dutcher, vice president and program manager for Boeing’s SLS program. “Together, with NASA and our industry partners and suppliers, we are building the world’s most capable rocket and paving the way to deep space through America’s rocket factory in New Orleans.”

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The delivery of Core Stage 2 marks a significant achievement in the evolution of the SLS rocket. Towering over 200 feet and powered by four RS-25 engines, this core stage, coupled with two solid-fueled booster rockets, will generate a staggering 8.8 million pounds of thrust. This immense power is crucial to launching Artemis II and future missions into the vast expanse of space.

The SLS rocket stands unparalleled in its capability to transport both crew and substantial cargo to the moon and beyond in a single launch. Its extraordinary capacity will facilitate the delivery of human-rated spacecraft, habitats, and scientific missions to destinations including the moon and Mars, ushering in a new era of space exploration.