Burkhard Domke
@rlhdlw.bsky.social
aerospace engineer, analyst, avgeek, photographer, bookworm, scale modeler.
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all photos my own work unless otherwise stated.
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all photos my own work unless otherwise stated.
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Almost 4 years into this full scale war and Russian tankers are now using NATO territorial waters in order to avoid being attacked by Ukrainian drones.
You read that correctly. Russians hiding behind NATO, because they lost control of the Black Sea.
You read that correctly. Russians hiding behind NATO, because they lost control of the Black Sea.
February 1, 2026 at 11:35 AM
Almost 4 years into this full scale war and Russian tankers are now using NATO territorial waters in order to avoid being attacked by Ukrainian drones.
You read that correctly. Russians hiding behind NATO, because they lost control of the Black Sea.
You read that correctly. Russians hiding behind NATO, because they lost control of the Black Sea.
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Although their utility for military purposes has faded, NASA has flown WB-57s as part of a broad-ranging science mission since 1972.
A WB-57 pilot just made a heroic landing in Houston after its landing gear failed
A thorough investigation will be conducted by NASA into the cause."
arstechnica.com
January 28, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Although their utility for military purposes has faded, NASA has flown WB-57s as part of a broad-ranging science mission since 1972.
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Boeing discovers new durability issue affecting 777-9’s GE9X turbofans www.flightglobal.com/engines/boei...
Boeing’s certification ‘hangover’ drags on with new 777X issue www.seattletimes.com/business/boe...
Boeing’s certification ‘hangover’ drags on with new 777X issue www.seattletimes.com/business/boe...
Boeing discovers new durability issue affecting 777-9’s GE9X turbofans
Boeing has identified a durability issue with GE Aerospace GE9X engines powering its 777-9, though the manufacturer insists the problem will not delay planned 2027 deliveries of the widebody type.
www.flightglobal.com
January 28, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Boeing discovers new durability issue affecting 777-9’s GE9X turbofans www.flightglobal.com/engines/boei...
Boeing’s certification ‘hangover’ drags on with new 777X issue www.seattletimes.com/business/boe...
Boeing’s certification ‘hangover’ drags on with new 777X issue www.seattletimes.com/business/boe...
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“Danish citizens are organising a huge boycott that includes cancelling planned holidays in the US, cancelling subscriptions to on-demand services based in the US & more generally, recommending the use of EU services instead of those provided by American platforms.”
So, same as Canadians.
So, same as Canadians.
January 23, 2026 at 5:52 AM
“Danish citizens are organising a huge boycott that includes cancelling planned holidays in the US, cancelling subscriptions to on-demand services based in the US & more generally, recommending the use of EU services instead of those provided by American platforms.”
So, same as Canadians.
So, same as Canadians.
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Something is cooking between Embraer and India. This invite was sent this week. The invitation comes as Embraer sent a note this Wednesday titled "Embraer’s Commercial Aircraft to Take Centre Stage at Wings India 2026". In this note, they state: " Embraer https://airinsight.com/?p=186725
January 23, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Something is cooking between Embraer and India. This invite was sent this week. The invitation comes as Embraer sent a note this Wednesday titled "Embraer’s Commercial Aircraft to Take Centre Stage at Wings India 2026". In this note, they state: " Embraer https://airinsight.com/?p=186725
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“This is not sovereignty. It is the performance of sovereignty while accepting subordination.”
Very strong bit in a strong speech.
(Mark Carney, Canadian Prime Minister at Davos)
Very strong bit in a strong speech.
(Mark Carney, Canadian Prime Minister at Davos)
January 22, 2026 at 9:19 AM
“This is not sovereignty. It is the performance of sovereignty while accepting subordination.”
Very strong bit in a strong speech.
(Mark Carney, Canadian Prime Minister at Davos)
Very strong bit in a strong speech.
(Mark Carney, Canadian Prime Minister at Davos)
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Palette cleanser, Lufthansa retro A321 from 2016.
January 21, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Palette cleanser, Lufthansa retro A321 from 2016.
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The Prime Minister of Belgium speaks:
January 20, 2026 at 12:47 PM
The Prime Minister of Belgium speaks:
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Qatar Airways has become the first carrier to bring Starlink to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, revealing today that three 787-8s are now flying with the service.
Boeing's new Aerodynamic Shroud supports the phased array ESA atop the composite fuselage.
runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/01/qata... #PaxEx
Boeing's new Aerodynamic Shroud supports the phased array ESA atop the composite fuselage.
runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/01/qata... #PaxEx
January 7, 2026 at 3:13 PM
Qatar Airways has become the first carrier to bring Starlink to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, revealing today that three 787-8s are now flying with the service.
Boeing's new Aerodynamic Shroud supports the phased array ESA atop the composite fuselage.
runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/01/qata... #PaxEx
Boeing's new Aerodynamic Shroud supports the phased array ESA atop the composite fuselage.
runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/01/qata... #PaxEx
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In 1911 pioneering pilot Eugene Ely advanced the nascent art of naval aviation with a historic first: actually landing a plane on a ship. https://www.usni.org/magazines/naval-history-magazine/2011/january/what-goes
What Goes Up . . .
In 1911 pioneering pilot Eugene Ely advanced the nascent art of naval aviation with a historic first: actually landing a plane on a ship.
www.usni.org
January 18, 2026 at 8:05 PM
In 1911 pioneering pilot Eugene Ely advanced the nascent art of naval aviation with a historic first: actually landing a plane on a ship. https://www.usni.org/magazines/naval-history-magazine/2011/january/what-goes
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EASA test pilots have flown validation sorties of COMAC's C919 in Shanghai as part of the agency's certification 'validation activities', a crucial step toward EASA recognition that would clear the way for the Chinese narrowbody to operate and be sold in Western markets. - More on hype.aero
EASA conducts validation test flights of COMAC C-919 as part of certification push
Europe's aviation safety regulator EASA on Thursday confirmed reports that it had carried out test flights of the COMAC C-919 jet as it carries out "validation activities" as part of its certification process.
www.reuters.com
January 15, 2026 at 4:24 PM
EASA test pilots have flown validation sorties of COMAC's C919 in Shanghai as part of the agency's certification 'validation activities', a crucial step toward EASA recognition that would clear the way for the Chinese narrowbody to operate and be sold in Western markets. - More on hype.aero
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Germany Will Buy the MQ-9B SeaGuardian
Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/13/g...
Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/13/g...
Germany Will Buy the MQ-9B SeaGuardian
Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028. The
theaviationist.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Germany Will Buy the MQ-9B SeaGuardian
Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/13/g...
Germany has announced the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardians through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency, with deliveries to start in 2028.
Story: theaviationist.com/2026/01/13/g...
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Is it risky for airlines to commit their entire fleets to Starlink? What happens when it’s time to renegotiate short subscription-based service agreements? Won’t SpaceX be in the driver’s seat?
SES makes the case for why "there’s absolutely risk." runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/01/ses-... #PaxEx
SES makes the case for why "there’s absolutely risk." runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/01/ses-... #PaxEx
SES flags risk when airlines 'hand over keys' to Starlink - Runway Girl
SES reckons it's risky for carriers to commit their entire fleets to Starlink as they lose leverage when it's time to renegotiate pricing.
runwaygirlnetwork.com
January 14, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Is it risky for airlines to commit their entire fleets to Starlink? What happens when it’s time to renegotiate short subscription-based service agreements? Won’t SpaceX be in the driver’s seat?
SES makes the case for why "there’s absolutely risk." runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/01/ses-... #PaxEx
SES makes the case for why "there’s absolutely risk." runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/01/ses-... #PaxEx
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Hidden within Airbus's full-year 2025 delivery total of 793 total aircraft is that the company set a new record for single-aisle deliveries -- topping its pre-pandemic output peaks with 700 last year.
January 12, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Hidden within Airbus's full-year 2025 delivery total of 793 total aircraft is that the company set a new record for single-aisle deliveries -- topping its pre-pandemic output peaks with 700 last year.
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Cartoon by Mike Luckovich
January 11, 2026 at 1:01 AM
Cartoon by Mike Luckovich
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The 'Turbine Leduc' was one of the very first turbojets developed in France by René Leduc, who also developed the world's first ramjet aircraft.
The turbojet engine, patented in 1934, was ordered by the French government in 1937 as a prototype and ran on a test bench in 1939.
The turbojet engine, patented in 1934, was ordered by the French government in 1937 as a prototype and ran on a test bench in 1939.
January 9, 2026 at 1:52 PM
The 'Turbine Leduc' was one of the very first turbojets developed in France by René Leduc, who also developed the world's first ramjet aircraft.
The turbojet engine, patented in 1934, was ordered by the French government in 1937 as a prototype and ran on a test bench in 1939.
The turbojet engine, patented in 1934, was ordered by the French government in 1937 as a prototype and ran on a test bench in 1939.
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After consolidating 787 production in North Charleston, South Carolina, the Everett line – known internally as the “north line” – is being readied for narrowbody assembly. It is expected to begin low-rate operations in mid-2026.
skift.com/2026/01/08/i...
skift.com/2026/01/08/i...
Inside the Boeing 737 Factory Shaping the Pace of Airline Growth
Skift goes inside Boeing’s Renton 737 factory to examine how the company is rebuilding production, improving quality, and preparing to raise output.
skift.com
January 8, 2026 at 7:31 PM
After consolidating 787 production in North Charleston, South Carolina, the Everett line – known internally as the “north line” – is being readied for narrowbody assembly. It is expected to begin low-rate operations in mid-2026.
skift.com/2026/01/08/i...
skift.com/2026/01/08/i...
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Coulson announces B767 VLAT-program.
Please read more on our website by clicking the link below.
#avgeek #scramble #coulsonaviation #boeing #b767
www.scramble.nl/civil-news/c...
Please read more on our website by clicking the link below.
#avgeek #scramble #coulsonaviation #boeing #b767
www.scramble.nl/civil-news/c...
Coulson announces B767 VLAT-program
Coulson announces B767 VLAT-program On 22 December 2025, Coulson Aviation announced the launch of its Boeing B767 Very Large Air Tanker (VLAT) program. The company is doing this to...
www.scramble.nl
December 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Coulson announces B767 VLAT-program.
Please read more on our website by clicking the link below.
#avgeek #scramble #coulsonaviation #boeing #b767
www.scramble.nl/civil-news/c...
Please read more on our website by clicking the link below.
#avgeek #scramble #coulsonaviation #boeing #b767
www.scramble.nl/civil-news/c...
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The Bréguet Br.124 of 1965/66 was a two-deck long-haul airliner project, as France had no French-produced long-haul jet at the time and sought to catch up.
The project was declined in twin-engine or four-engine.
it was finally abandoned
The project was declined in twin-engine or four-engine.
it was finally abandoned
January 6, 2026 at 10:56 AM
The Bréguet Br.124 of 1965/66 was a two-deck long-haul airliner project, as France had no French-produced long-haul jet at the time and sought to catch up.
The project was declined in twin-engine or four-engine.
it was finally abandoned
The project was declined in twin-engine or four-engine.
it was finally abandoned
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Kendal's considered opinion on the matter of "snow".
January 5, 2026 at 8:10 AM
Kendal's considered opinion on the matter of "snow".
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Considering how quiet things have gotten this last little bit, I want to take the time to make a few points.
- 1st round seems to be over, at least for the Caracas area.
- Given how many airbases and military targets there are, this is frankly somewhat of a light 1st round.
1/
- 1st round seems to be over, at least for the Caracas area.
- Given how many airbases and military targets there are, this is frankly somewhat of a light 1st round.
1/
January 3, 2026 at 8:34 AM
Considering how quiet things have gotten this last little bit, I want to take the time to make a few points.
- 1st round seems to be over, at least for the Caracas area.
- Given how many airbases and military targets there are, this is frankly somewhat of a light 1st round.
1/
- 1st round seems to be over, at least for the Caracas area.
- Given how many airbases and military targets there are, this is frankly somewhat of a light 1st round.
1/
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The way to actual tech sovereignty from the US? Extremely interesting talk by Cory Doctorow.
pluralistic.net/2026/01/01/3...
pluralistic.net/2026/01/01/3...
Pluralistic: The Post-American Internet (01 Jan 2026) – Pluralistic: Daily links from Cory Doctorow
pluralistic.net
January 2, 2026 at 8:01 AM
The way to actual tech sovereignty from the US? Extremely interesting talk by Cory Doctorow.
pluralistic.net/2026/01/01/3...
pluralistic.net/2026/01/01/3...