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Also: Artemis II Prepped, Phoenix PD Helos Shot At, Special ERAU C172, Zero-Gravity Indicator Announced Sonex Aircraft has ceased operations effective immediately. The decision was announced in a video message from owner Mark Schaible — citing declining sales, rising production costs, and mounting debt, even amid the much-anticipated release of its Highwing kit. The move follows several years of profitless work towards the HighWing launch and what Schaible described as a “perfect storm” of economic pressures — including increased competition from used aircraft, reduced kit demand, and tightening cash flow. These factors also pushed Schaible and his wife into bankruptcy.…

The ‘Bird of Prey’ platform was developed as a simple, cost-effective counter-drone system that can engage attack UAVs with low-cost air-to-air missiles. Airbus Defence and Space announced on Mar. 30, 2026, the first test of its ‘Bird of Prey’ counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) platform, based on a modified Do-DT25 target drone. The drone notably fired a low-cost Mark I air-to-air missile at an unspecified target. The Mark I missile is developed by defense start-up Frankenburg Technologies, a partner in the Bird of Prey program. Both companies will conduct additional tests throughout 2026, Airbus said in its statement. The European defense…

After months of speculation, Elon Musk’s SpaceX has filed for an initial public offering in the United States, setting up what could become one of the biggest IPOs in history. Reports on April 1, 2026, said the filing was made confidentially, meaning the registration statement was not yet public. Widely cited timelines point to a June market debut. The filing would give investors a way to buy into the company behind Falcon 9, Starlink and Starship, the three pillars of SpaceX’s business and Elon Musk’s long-term push toward establishing a human presence on the Moon and, eventually, a colony on…

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NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic demonstrator returned to flight after investigators determined that a cockpit warning light that cut short the aircraft’s second sortie was a false positive, according to an update from the agency. The X-59’s second flight took place on March 20, 2026, with NASA test pilot Jim “Clue” Less at the controls. The mission ended early when a vehicle system warning light appeared in the cockpit, prompting Less to return to base. NASA now says the warning did not reflect an actual aircraft problem. Instead, the agency said improperly installed instrumentation triggered the false indication. NASA said teams…

In 2024, World of Hyatt and Under Canvas launched a partnership, giving members the opportunity to earn and redeem points for some cool outdoor focused lodging options. World of Hyatt has just launched a promotion for Under Canvas stays, which might be a good incentive for some people to give the brand a try. World Of Hyatt incentivizing Under Canvas stays World of Hyatt is offering bonus points on Under Canvas stays, for those with a World of Hyatt co-branded credit card (either personal or business). The promotion is marketed as offering a total of 20x points on Under Canvas…

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An F-35 went down 25 miles northeast of Indian Springs, inside the NTTR. According to the U.S. Air Force, the pilot ejected safely and was treated for minor injuries. A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II fighter jet crashed during a mission over the Nevada Test & Training Range (NTTR) on Mar. 31, 2026. The U.S. Air Force confirmed in a statement that the pilot ejected safely and is being treated for minor injuries. Initial reports emerged on social media noted the departure of an HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopter from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, reportedly responding to a…

Philippine Airlines (PAL) closed 2025 with a net income of $160.4 million, a 6.1% increase from the previous year, as the Philippine flag carrier continued its post-pandemic momentum despite a tougher operating environment. Total revenues reached $3.22 billion, up 3% from $3.13 billion in 2024. The airline carried 16.3 million passengers over the year, a 4.3% jump from the prior period. Passengers and ancillary revenues drive growth The passenger business remained the airline’s main revenue engine, bringing in $2.73 billion. Capacity, measured in available seat kilometers, rose 3.3% to 46.19 billion, though load factor dipped slightly from 79.1% to 78.7%.…