As used here, an experimental or research and development aircraft, sometimes also called an X-plane, is one which is designed or substantially adapted to investigate novel flight technologies. [1][2][3]

Jul 12, 2018 · Dive into research and development of full-scale electrified aircraft concepts featuring hybrid and turboelectric configurations.

At Airbus, we are designing the next generation of low-emission aircraft to seamlessly combine cutting-edge technology with environmental responsibility. Every aspect of a future aircraft’s architecture is …

Jun 5, 2024 · 6 of the most fascinating conceptual aircraft designs from Boeing, McDonnell Douglas, Sukhoi and Lockheed. We look at their history, key specifications, and why they never took flight.

Feb 10, 2026 · Natilus Unveils Dual-Deck, Blended-Wing Aircraft Concept New concept is an ‘evolution’ of the company’s original Horizon, a single-deck design.

Feb 23, 2025 · From solar-powered aircraft that promise zero-emission travel to inclusive cabin designs that ensure accessibility for all passengers, the industry is witnessing a convergence of technological …

Feb 13, 2026 · NASA completed the first flight of a new laminar-flow scale-model wing on an F-15B testbed that aims to cut drag and reduce fuel burn on future aircraft.

Bringing some flash to military aviation, Airbus is showing off its Wingman drone concept this week at the International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin. The 1:1 scale mock-up is the...

Jan 14, 2023 · Meet The Aurora D8 – A Double Bubble Widebody. The concept could herald a marked improvement in short-haul efficiency. The latest and exclusive concept aircraft coverage from Simple …

NASA and Lockheed Martin introduced the X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft on January 12, 2024, presenting it as a research plane designed to fly faster than sound without the explosive boom people ...