Aerospace

SkyDrive receives new order for 100 eVTOL aircraft from CT UAV JSC

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between SkyDrive Inc., a major Japanese eVTOL aircraft manufacturer with headquarters in Toyota City, Japan, and CT UAV JSC in Vietnam was announced. CT UAV has agreed to pre-order up to 100 SkyDrive eVTOL aircraft “SKYDRIVE.”

A division of the Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam-based multi-business CT Group, CT UAV is developing a range of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technologies.

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A three-seater electric aircraft with vertical takeoff and landing is currently being developed by SkyDrive under the name “SKYDRIVE.” Its eVTOL is in the process of receiving certification from the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB).

The organization CT Group, which has nine business divisions, supports CT UAV. To help Vietnamese intelligence catch up with the furious pace of the 4.0 technology revolution, CT Group is concentrating on 6 high-tech industries in addition to its three sustainable business lines, including CT UAV. CT UAV is building a brighter, more technologically advanced future and enhancing quality of life with the goal of being a leader in the fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and UAV technology.

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In order to introduce new mobility solutions in Vietnam, SkyDrive and CT UAV will assess commercial eVTOL factors with interested parties, including vertiports, routes and network design, infrastructure requirements, and ecosystems.

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.