Daily Archives: October 5, 2006
NASA studies small hole on shuttle surface
Space shuttle experts are examining a small hole about a tenth of an inch in diameter on one of Atlantis’ two thermal radiators. The crew was not in danger during the shuttle’s return to earth because the hole was not exposed.
Brazil continues to probe midair collision
Authorities in Brazil are continuing to investigate a midair collision that killed all 155 people on board a Gol airlines Boeing 737-800. The two American executive jet pilots who were flying the Embrauer Legacy that collided with the commercial… Continue reading
Discounter Ryanair bids for Aer Lingus
European budget carrier Ryanair today launched a bid for Aer Lingus that valued the airline at $1.9 billion. The Irish government immediately refused to sell its remaining stake in the carrier. Ryanair said it already owns 16% of Aer Lingus.
Airbus delays present an opportunity for Boeing
Further delays in production of the Airbus A380 superjumbo jet could help sales of Boeing‘s new 747-8. The new planes are a fuel-efficient, updated version of the 747. Observers note that Boeing may need to boost production of… Continue reading
LOCKHEED MARTIN RECEIVES A $19 MILLION AWARD FOR PAVEWAY II ENHANCED LASER GUIDED TRAINING ROUNDS
ARCHBALD, PA, October 5, 2006
Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] has received a contract valued at $19 million to deliver an enhanced version of the Paveway II Laser Guided Training Round (LGTR) to the U.S. Navy next year. The indefinite delivery/indefinite… Continue reading