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Two of the Dow Jones Industrial Average's 30 components make for no-brainer buys, while another brand-name member continues to suffer from self-inflicted wounds.

Tech startup RoarFun™ presents an immersive solution to entertain and engage attendees at the Aviation Carbon event, held at the prestigious Marriott Hotel at London Heathrow Airport. Working with a leading conference participant, RoarFun provided its bespoke flight simulator with VR and a motion platform to transform the client's exhibition stand into a place visitors can't miss. The unique experience was tailored to the conference's environmental aviation sustainability theme.LONDON - March 6, 2025 - PRLog -- RoarFun proudly delivered immersive entertainment at Aviation Carbon, held at the London Heathrow Marriott Hotel. Conference brings together airline attendees from around the world. Partnering with a leading conference participant, RoarFun provided its bespoke VR Motion Flight Simulator, transforming its exhibition stand into a must-visit destination for attendees.Designed to captivate and educate, the virtual flight experience incorporated the client's branding and sustainability messaging, aligning with the conference's focus on decarbonizing the aviation industry. Visitors were offered a unique opportunity to experience a flight simulator in a virtual setting while learning about innovative approaches to reducing carbon emissions.Over the two-day event, participants received brief educational sessions on primary flight controls before engaging in a simulated takeoff from London Heathrow Airport. Utilizing a motion platform replicating the movements of a Boeing 737-800 and a high-fidelity VR headset, the experience provided a super realistic cockpit environment. Each session lasted 7-10 minutes, during which attendees took off, ascended to 5,000 feet, and executed an emergency landing back at Heathrow, all under the guidance of experienced support staff."We are thrilled to have supported one of the conference's key participants by enhancing their presence with our VR Motion Flight Simulator hire," said Lukas Skalka - Technology Specialist. "We aim to create unforgettable, impactful experiences that not only engage audiences but also amplify our clients' messages and values."The collaboration reflects RoarFun's expertise in combining advanced virtual reality technology with virtual branding solutions to maximize engagement with the audience at any conference or exhibition. The VR Motion Flight Simulator connects entertainment with education, helping companies attract significant attention to their booth and stand out in a competitive environment.RoarFun's commitment to innovation continues empowering brands to create meaningful connections with their audiences, even in complex industries like aviation sustainability. By integrating different technologies, RoarFun delivers portable simulators that elevate event experiences and drive impactful communication. Racing and flight simulators with virtual branding integration have become a powerful tool for marketing/PR managers at conferences and EXPOs worldwide.With events planned around Europe and the USA, including Formula 1 sponsors' events and the world's biggest aviation conference, RoarFun™ is establishing itself as a world leader in renting Formula racing and flight simulators. For more information about motion simulator hire, VR, virtual branding, and other WOW event services, visit roarfun.com.Photos: (Click photo to enlarge) Source: RoarFunRead Full Story - RoarFun attracts visitors with a motion flight simulator rental and virtual branding at the London Heathrow Aviation Carbon Sustainability conference | More news from this sourcePress release distribution by PRLog

Shares of aerospace and defense technology solutions provider Astronics Corporation (NASDAQATRO) jumped 24.3% in the morning session after the company reported impressive fourth quarter 2024 results that blew past analysts' EBITDA and revenue estimates. Sales rose nearly 7%, driven by double-digit growth in its Aerospace segment, which was impressive given anticipated headwinds related to Boeing's 737 production pause. Gross profit climbed over 25% as higher sales volumes and improved production efficiencies boosted margins. 

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg expects forthcoming employee feedback to deliver a harsh reality check to the aerospace giant's management team.

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider Astronics Corporation (NASDAQATRO) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q4 CY2024, with sales up 6.8% year on year to $208.5 million. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $197.5 million at the midpoint, 2% above analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP loss of $0.08 per share was significantly below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Investor interest in global defense stocks has surged after Donald Trump's decision to temporarily suspend U.S. military aid to Ukraine.

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Boeing has been in a recovery after a disaster filled 2024 and its recent metrics for January 2025 indicate they edged out oligopoly rival Airbus once again.

Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA plans to acquire ten Boeing 737-800 aircraft from its leased fleet. The deal, set to finalize by Q1 2025, aims to lower ownership costs.

Vietnam's Prime Minister, Pham Minh Chinh, has committed to fast-tracking the licensing process for Tesla (NASDAQTSLA) and SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk's Starlink under a pilot scheme.

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Aircraft leasing company FTAI Aviation (NASDAQFTAI) reported Q4 CY2024 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 59.5% year on year to $498.8 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.84 per share was 6.1% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

According to a securities filing, the change was effective from Feb. 19. The company had created the COO role in late 2023.

Dynamic Aerostructures, a key supplier for Boeing and Lockheed Martin, is saddled with $55 million in debt.

These three industry leaders in their respective industries have recently announced sizable increases to their dividend payments.

Qatar Airways has accelerated its rollout of Elon Musk's Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi, surpassing its initial goals and now equipping over 50% of its Boeing fleet with high-speed satellite internet, with full deployment expected by mid-2025.

Over 20 civil service employees resigned from Elon Musk-associated DOGE, opposing efforts to dismantle critical public services under Trump's administration.

Legacy Resource for Defense Prime Contractors Integris Composites, Inc., a global leader in armor protection for military, police and security has become a Tier 1 supplier of military helicopter armor for defense departments and prime contractors.TYSONS CORNER, Va. - Feb. 25, 2025 - PRLog -- Integris Composites, a leading supplier of advanced armor systems, recently announced it is partnering with QinetiQ US to provide armor systems for the U.S. Army's Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA)—the next-generation helicopter program that addresses the U.S. Army's requirements for increased speed, range, and survivability."This collaboration builds upon Integris' initial selection by Bell Textron to provide armor systems for the FLRAA, further solidifying the positioning of Integris Composites in the cutting-edge military aviation sector," said David Cordova, chief commercial officer of Integris, Inc.Integris has awarded QinetiQ the contract to provide systems engineering and integration expertise for the materials technology that will be used on both the floor and wing of the advanced rotorcraft. Cordova said this is the latest collaboration in the history between QinetiQ and Integris.The FLRAA program has entered the engineering and manufacturing development phase, with Bell reporting it has commenced detailed design work on six prototypes."We are extremely proud to be part of the team behind this innovative rotorcraft that is ushering in what will become the U.S. Army's new long-range assault aircraft," Cordova continued. The QinetiQ-Integris collaboration leverages Integris' expertise in lightweight, fit-for-purpose composite military armor, which has been successfully applied to various aerospace projects.Cordova said that Integris, in alignment with other industry partners, supports key program objectives, including Bell's Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA), increased survivability, and alignment with the broader Future Vertical Lift (FVL) initiative, as the FLRAA progresses toward prototype testing in 2026 and fielding by 2030.Global Helicopter Armor Resource"Integris is today entering its fourth decade of business as a reliable resource for major military commands as well as a robust partner of choice for the world's top defense contractors. We are a credentialed tier one supplier to aerospace original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and prime defense contractors throughout the world," said Cordova.The company is supplying armor kits for the new Boeing MH-139 Grey Wolf that will replace the UH-60 Black Hawk for the U.S. Air Force. "We are part of a storied lineage that traces its roots back to the iconic Vietnam-era 'Huey' (UH-1 Iroquois) and present-day Black Hawk, which since 1979 has been the Army's Utility Tactical Transport Aircraft System (UTTAS)," Cordova continued.Integris has provided ballistic protection for various international helicopter platforms, including:

European defense stocks surge while American counterparts struggle due to Trump's calls for Europe to shoulder security burden and Pentagon budget cuts.