Connected Metrology with Bowers Group: Huge Time Savings Achieved with Excel Precision’s SYLVAC SolutionExcel Precision, a prominent player in the UK's EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) sector, recently worked with Bowers Group to address a complex machining...
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Ground-breaking transatlantic flight using 100% green fuels
28 Nov
The first transatlantic flight by a large passenger plane powered only by alternative fuels will soon take off. Operated by Virgin Atlantic, it will fly from London's Heathrow to New York's JFK airport at 11:30 GMT. Airlines see the flight, which is supported by...
Lhyfe opens new green hydrogen base in Sheffield
21 Nov
Lhyfe has opened a new hydrogen base in Sheffield, with the aim of leading hydrogen research, accelerating UK operations and supporting businesses in their transition to Net Zero.The Sheffield site will be based in the Wizu Workspace within the city centre and it will...
Member News: Vertical Aerospace VX4 Demonstrations coming soon!
21 Nov
Coming Soon: Vertical Aerospace VX4's Public DemonstrationsBuilding on their 2023 flight campaign and as part of their intensive 2024 flight test campaign Vertical Aerospace's expert test pilots will be conducting, what are expected to be the first ever, public eVTOL...
Aerospace funding programme to support SMEs and drive clean growth
20 Nov
Aerospace funding programme to support SMEs in developing technologies to drive clean growth New funding programme targeting cutting-edge SME aerospace research projects to advance net zero aviation and boost high-skilled jobs. Worth up to £10 million a year, the...
Funding Available to Grow Activities within the SW Marine & Maritime Cluster
1 Nov
Launchpad: marine and maritime in the Great South West – R1 CR&D UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £2 million for business led projects that grow activities in the marine and maritime cluster in the Great South West. This funding is from...
Aircraft Drone makes History Landing on Royal Navy Carrier at Sea
25 Oct
A pilotless plane has flown on and off a Royal Navy aircraft carrier for the first time! The W Autonomous Systems (WAS) drone flew from the Lizard Peninsula and on to the deck of HMS Prince of Wales off the Cornish coast, delivered supplies, then flew back in a...
Member News: People, Process, Principle
25 Oct
WEAF member CGTech's VERICUT toolpath simulation and optimisation software helps support Trinity Precision Inc.Integrity and experience. Consistent performance. Clarity of purpose. These are words to live and work by, no matter what your vocation. They’re also the...
Rolls Royce and easyJet aim to Develop Hydrogen Combustion Engine Technology
24 Oct
Rolls Royce and easyJet have been in collaboration with Loughborough University and have reached a breakthrough with the research they have been doing towards their hydrogen aviation project.Rolls Royce and easyJet created a partnership with their shared aim to...
Safran developing battery pack technology to provide electric propulsion for aircraft
5 Oct
Safran at the forefront of electric propulsion For several years now, WEAF member Safran has been developing a “battery pack” technology, integrating the best cells available on the market with its thermal, mechanical and electronic management systems. GENeUSPACK™...
Airbus selects UK National Satellite Test Facility for SKYNET 6A testing
12 May
Airbus selects UK National Satellite Test Facility for SKYNET 6A testingStevenage, 11 May 2023 Next generation UK military communications satellite will be tested in UK Airbus has selected the National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) at Harwell in Oxfordshire to carry...
WEAF to Exhibit at the FIA 2024
9 May
Grow your business with WEAF at theFARNBOROUGH INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOWGet noticed at one of the largest International Aerospace Trade Shows! Mix with the world’s biggest aerospace professionals, build amazing new connections, engage with thought leaders and inspire...