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Firehawk Aerospace Secures SBIR Phase I with Air Force Research Laboratory for Breakthrough Rocket Engine Development

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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DALLAS, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Firehawk Aerospace announces it has been selected by AFWERX for a SBIR Phase I focused on the development of Solid Rocket Motors (SRM) and Hybrid Rocket Engines to address the most pressing challenges in the Department of the Air Force (DAF).

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  • DALLAS, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Firehawk Aerospace announces it has been selected by AFWERX for a SBIR Phase I focused on the development of Solid Rocket Motors (SRM) and Hybrid Rocket Engines to address the most pressing challenges in the Department of the Air Force (DAF).
  • Will Edwards, CEO of Firehawk Aerospace, comments, "Our unique approach to fuel production allows Firehawk to quickly design and test solid rocket motors and hybrid rocket engines, enabling the potential for large-scale-production of our motors for a variety of systems both domestically and internationally."
  • Firehawk Aerospace remains dedicated to solving the supply chain problems that plague the propulsion industry, and this SBIR Phase I award will help accelerate their mission as they work towards a solution.
  • The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. government.

Army Applications Laboratory Selects Firehawk Aerospace as a Supplier for the Javelin, Stinger, and GMLR System

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023
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The SBIR Phase III contract accelerates Firehawk's mission to reshape SRM propulsion, focusing on eliminating supply chain bottlenecks and bolstering system stability.

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  • The SBIR Phase III contract accelerates Firehawk's mission to reshape SRM propulsion, focusing on eliminating supply chain bottlenecks and bolstering system stability.
  • Will Edwards, CEO of Firehawk Aerospace, comments, "The Phase III funding reflects our team's ability to push aerospace technology boundaries, positioning Firehawk at the forefront of innovation in tactical weapon systems."
  • By sidestepping traditional materials, Firehawk mitigates supply chain vulnerabilities, creating a resilient system ready for evolving threats.
  • The U.S. Army, recognizing the need for propulsion systems unaffected by supply chain issues, supports Firehawk Aerospace.

Firestone using hard-to-recycle plastic in tires for 107th Running of the Indianapolis 500

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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Firestone will utilize monomers1 made with recycled plastic in all race tires for the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500.

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  • Firestone will utilize monomers1 made with recycled plastic in all race tires for the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500.
  • Bridgestone will manufacture all race tires for the 2023 season at the ISCC PLUS-certified Advanced Tire Production Center (ATPC) in Akron.
  • Bridgestone will manufacture all Firestone Firehawk race tires for the 2023 Indianapolis 500 at the ISCC PLUS certified ATPC in Akron.
  • "We're pleased with the performance of our Firestone Firehawk race tires during practice and qualifying for the Indianapolis 500," said Cara Krstolic, chief engineer, Bridgestone Americas.

Firestone Dubs the 2023 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Season the 'Most Sustainable Season of Motorsports Ever'

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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Firestone Firehawk race tires made with sustainable, domestically sourced guayule rubber will serve as the alternative tire for all five street races in the upcoming 2023 NTT INDYCAR® SERIES season.

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  • Firestone Firehawk race tires made with sustainable, domestically sourced guayule rubber will serve as the alternative tire for all five street races in the upcoming 2023 NTT INDYCAR® SERIES season.
  • Bridgestone's Advanced Tire Production Center, manufacturer of all Firestone Firehawk race tires, has received ISCC PLUS certification for traceability and transparency of sustainable raw materials.
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) announced today major strides have been made during the off-season to incorporate more sustainable and bio-circular materials into the 2023 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, highlighting the advancement of three key initiatives that will make the upcoming season the most sustainable to date for America's premier open-wheel racing series.
  • Guayule is part of Bridgestone's plan to achieve carbon neutrality and make tires from 100% sustainable materials by 2050.

Bridgestone Launches Firestone Firehawk AS V2: An INDYCAR Inspired, All-Season Ultra-High Performance Tire

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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The successful INDYCAR Firestone Firehawk rain race tire served as inspiration for the tread design of the Firestone Firehawk AS V2 tire to ensure confident wet handling.

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  • The successful INDYCAR Firestone Firehawk rain race tire served as inspiration for the tread design of the Firestone Firehawk AS V2 tire to ensure confident wet handling.
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) today announced the launch of the all-new Firestone Firehawk AS V2 all-season ultra-high performance tire designed to deliver exciting, sporty performance.
  • Inspired by the INDYCAR Firestone Firehawk rain race tire, the Firestone Firehawk AS V2 tire also delivers relentless performance in inclement weather, delivering faster lap times2 than the tire's predecessor.
  • "When designing the Firestone Firehawk AS V2, our goal was to produce an ultra-high performance tire without trading off its performance in inclement weather," said Ian McKenny, Senior Product Manager, Bridgestone Americas.

Bridgestone Aims to Commercialize Natural Rubber from Desert Shrubs by 2030

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Monday, August 29, 2022
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) is taking a pivotal next step in its drive to commercialize the woody desert shrub, guayule, as a domestic source of natural rubber, and as a more environmentally sustainable crop in America's drought-stricken desert southwest.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) is taking a pivotal next step in its drive to commercialize the woody desert shrub, guayule, as a domestic source of natural rubber, and as a more environmentally sustainable crop in America's drought-stricken desert southwest.
  • Bridgestone plans to invest an additional $42 million to establish commercial operations, with additional investment and expansion planned toward 2030.
  • Bridgestone is targeting sustainable commercial production of guayule-derived natural rubber by the end of the decade.
  • Bridgestone is a global leader in tires and rubber, building on its expertise to provide solutions for safe and sustainable mobility.

Bridgestone Opens More Sustainable Race Tire Production Facility in Akron

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022
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Designed for more efficient and sustainable tire production, the Advanced Tire Production Center (ATPC) will be home to 60 expert tire builders and manufacturing professionals.

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  • Designed for more efficient and sustainable tire production, the Advanced Tire Production Center (ATPC) will be home to 60 expert tire builders and manufacturing professionals.
  • AKRON, Ohio, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) today celebrated the grand opening of its new Advanced Tire Production Center (ATPC) in Akron, Ohio.
  • Bridgestone invested more than $21 million to build its new home for race tire production, which includes both new construction and the redevelopment of an existing structure.
  • Designed for more efficient and sustainable race tire production, the new ATPC uses 60 percent less energy than the company's previous race tire manufacturing facility.

Raytheon Missiles & Defense to work with Firehawk Aerospace on hybrid rocket propulsion technologies

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
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TUCSON, Ariz., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Missiles & Defense, a Raytheon Technologies (NYSE: RTX) business, has completed a Series A investment in Firehawk Aerospace , a company that specializes in high-performance propulsion technology.

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  • TUCSON, Ariz., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Missiles & Defense, a Raytheon Technologies (NYSE: RTX) business, has completed a Series A investment in Firehawk Aerospace , a company that specializes in high-performance propulsion technology.
  • "Advanced propulsion technology is critical to developing next-generation missile solutions," said Wes Kremer, president of Raytheon Missiles & Defense.
  • "Our custom-made rocket engines use hybrid propulsion systems rather than conventional solids," said Will Edwards, co-founder and chief executive officer of Firehawk.
  • Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide.

Sikorsky, United Rotorcraft Prepare for S-70™ FIREHAWK® Helicopter Demand

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
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This agreement addresses a critical need to deliver the proven FIREHAWK helicopter into customer hands in months not years, said Jason Lambert, vice president, Sikorsky Global Commercial & Military Systems.

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  • This agreement addresses a critical need to deliver the proven FIREHAWK helicopter into customer hands in months not years, said Jason Lambert, vice president, Sikorsky Global Commercial & Military Systems.
  • United Rotorcraft and Air Methods have taken a leadership position to advance the availability of this proven aircraft in anticipation of future orders from U.S. and international markets.
  • With Sikorskys assistance as aircraft manufacturer, United Rotorcraft and Air Methods are bringing the worlds most efficient medium lift firefighting helicopter to the market at a speed not previously seen.
  • United Rotorcraft has been the FIREHAWK completion teammate of Sikorsky since the late 1990s working closely with Sikorsky and first customer County of Los Angeles Fire Department, which today operates two S-70i and three S-70A FIREHAWK aircraft.

United Rotorcraft Awards Contract to Sikorsky for five S-70™ BLACK HAWK® Helicopters

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Thursday, August 26, 2021
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ENGLEWOOD, Colorado, Aug. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Rotorcraft, a division of Air Methods Corporation, has awarded Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, a contract for five S-70 Black Hawk helicopters.

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  • ENGLEWOOD, Colorado, Aug. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Rotorcraft, a division of Air Methods Corporation, has awarded Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, a contract for five S-70 Black Hawk helicopters.
  • Sikorsky will produce the five S-70 Black Hawk aircraft at Lockheed Martins PZL Mielec manufacturing line in Poland.
  • The first aircraft received will be configured as a FIREHAWK helicopter for the State of Colorado, which announced its contract with United Rotorcraft on Aug. 16.
  • To modify a Black Hawk helicopter to the Firehawk configuration, United Rotorcraft installs and integrates a 1,000-gallon (3,785-liter) external water tank system to the aircrafts belly.