An electrifying new way to fly.

Feb 5, 2018 | Aerospace

Geekwire has reported that Zunum Aero has started construction of the prototype for the new electric motor that will power the Zunum Aero, slated to be flown for the first time next year. The revolutionary new aircraft is being developed by the company in the hopes of...

New Everett airport terminal offers a departure.

Jan 26, 2018 | Aerospace

Business travelers in the northern part of Washington will be getting a real treat later this year. Three airlines have announced daily flights from the new passenger terminal being built in Everett. Alaska, United and Southwest have all announced they will provide...

Blue Origin buys more land to expand.

Dec 28, 2017 | Aerospace, Space

Washington’s commercial space cluster keeps growing by leaps and bounds. The latest announcement comes from Blue Origin, which purchased 31 acres of property near their current world headquarters in Kent, Washington for expansion. The four parcels sold for $14...

Governor Inslee forms new aircraft council.

Dec 22, 2017 | Aerospace

Governor Inslee has formed a new Choose Washington NMA Council (a great name, BTW) to show Boeing why they should build their new middle-of-the-market plane in Washington State.  The council hopes to show Boeing that building the new plane in Washington makes the best...

You really can go home again.

Oct 16, 2017 | Advanced Manufacturing, Aerospace

Airborne Environment Control Systems is coming home, so to speak. The startup, which has already captured $200 million in business, signed a five-year lease with the Port of Port Angeles with aggressive plans to expand and grow in the company’s new hometown....

Drones to the rescue.

Sep 11, 2017 | Aerospace, Technology

With hurricanes and wildfires devastating huge swaths of the country, a small operation in the small town of Bingen along the Columbia Gorge is sending their drones to help with hurricane rescue and firefighting teams. The high resolution surveillance cameras flying...

Columbia Gorge on UAS company radars.

Jun 20, 2017 | Aerospace

Communities along the Columbia Gorge in southwest Washington are abuzz these days in more ways than one. It seems that the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry has found itself a home in Washington State, one with plenty of talent and a growing economy. Led by...

Over 7 billion gallons saved.

Apr 11, 2017 | Aerospace

If you find yourself staring at the tips of wings during your travels, wondering what those curvy wingtip additions do, Seattle-based Aviation Partners has the answer. Their blended winglet technology has saved airlines and business jet operators an estimated seven...

Space hub expands in Washington State.

Feb 7, 2017 | Aerospace, Space, Technology

Washington State is increasingly becoming the epicenter of space exploration. With over a century of aerospace know how and a phenomenal depth of tech expertise in the state, home-grown companies like Blue Origin, Vulcan Aerospace, Planetary Resources and Tethers...