Lithuanian aerospace startup Airvolve is pioneering a transformative approach to tactical airlift systems, aiming to redefine military and civil aviation with its innovative Airlift aircraft. Founded in 2024 by Donatas Gendvilas and Antanas Ivancius, Airvolve is developing a compact, hybrid-electric, vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft designed to address the inefficiencies and vulnerabilities of traditional helicopters.
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Fighter jets equipped with a “miracle afterburner” could completely rewrite the rules of aerial combat. Chinese researchers are claiming to have developed a near-perfectly efficient afterburner for jet engines, promising a significant leap forward in fighter jet capabilities. If these claims hold up, aircraft equipped with this technology will gain a major advantage, not only in terms of speed but also in terms of endurance and performance under extreme conditions.
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The US Army’s new transport helicopter is scheduled to enter service by 2030, marking a significant shift in military aviation technology. The V-280 Valor, developed by Textron Bell, is set to replace the iconic UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters that have been in service since 1979. The replacement of these legendary helicopters signifies not only a technological leap but also a rethinking of the way military missions will be carried out in the future.