4 independent aviation updates. Includes excerpts of recent reports, with original reports and sources linked below.
US Air Force adds funding for Joby's autonomous cargo aircraft, taking commitment near $37 million
Joby Aviation has received additional US Air Force funding through AFWERX for its autonomous flight technology, bringing the service's cumulative commitment to nearly $37 million, with further operational testing planned in the Pacific region.
Breeze Airways adds six new destinations and picks up routes left by Spirit
Breeze Airways will add services to six new destinations in the coming months, extending its point-to-point network between secondary airports and unserved markets, replacing Spirit on a number of routes and adding international destinations in Jamaica and the Dominican Republic.
US Air Force Divests Three A-29C Super Tucanos From Test Pilot School
US Air Force divests three A-29C Super Tucanos from Test Pilot School, seeking training alternatives.
Shield AI rolls out X-BAT 001, its autonomous tail-sitting fighter
Shield AI has offered a first look at X-BAT 001, believed to be the first flight-test vehicle for its autonomous, tail-sitting fighter aircraft, revealing broad wings, digital camouflage and a prominent engine exhaust.