aerospace technology
Boeing, again, delays Dreamliner delivery
U.S. plane maker Boeing announced a sixth delay in delivery of the first 787 Dreamliner airplanes due to a lack of engines for test flights.
Commercial spacecraft in first drop test
A U.S. commercial spacecraft that may someday carry astronauts into space had its first successful high-altitude drop test, officials said.
China builds spacecraft for new mission
China has completed building its first unmanned space module and is testing its electronic, mechanical and thermal properties, a Chinese military source said.
Air show examines hybrid airliners
It might be possible to build a hybrid electric/jet powered airliner in the not-so-distant future if a NASA-funded research project flies.
Congress weighs in on NASA goals
A U.S. congressional committee is considering a bill that would reject the Obama administration's proposed new direction for NASA, panel members say.
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