For most of history, humankind has had to study space from on or near the surface of Earth. This meant that most of our knowledge was limited to what could be deduced from observations conducted through dust and light pollution and the distorting and...

Aerospace comprises the atmosphere of Earth and surrounding space. Typically the term is used to refer to the industry that researches, designs, manufactures, operates, and maintains vehicles moving through air and space. Aerospace is a very diverse...

Man's fascination with aerospace and flight probably is as old as mankind itself. Whether it be the observation and naming of the stars, the flight up to heaven of Etana in Assyro-Babylonian mythology, or the adventures of Pegasus the flying horse, man has...

The U.S. aerospace industry stands at an exciting but challenging crossroads. As globalization becomes the new economic paradigm, we have an unprecedented opportunity to strengthen our position in world markets and advance our leadership role in aerospace. We can renew interest in aeronautics...

When the U.S. deployed its first Lockheed/Boeing F-22 stealth fighters at a Japanese air base in February, it was a veiled warning to North Korea: The newest warplanes in the U.S. arsenal are now in range of North Korean nuke facilities.The move also dramatized another...

Opponents have stepped up efforts recently to end American involvement in Iraq. But there's one arena you won't hear many complaints -- defense industry investors.Defense contractors have seen strong profits as a result of increased defense spending since the Iraq invasion in 2003. The 2006...