Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews.
The European Space Agency’s member state have agreed to fund €10.3 billion ($11 billion) of €11 billion requested for programs extending from 2017 out to 2025.
Safran Aircraft Engines plans to test a counter-rotating open-rotor engine demonstrator in Istres, France, “in the coming months,” attributing the slow progress to challenges in design and manufacturing.
