Airtech Advanced Materials Group and Ascent Aerospace have established a strategic partnership to enhance large-format additive manufacturing tooling for the aerospace and defense sectors. This exclusive agreement, announced during CAMX, focuses on providing high-performance polymer-composite tooling solutions, with Airtech supplying its specialized resin products and technical support. In related developments, Raytheon is collaborating with the Air Force to integrate AIM-120 missiles onto the new collaborative combat aircraft, aimed at enhancing air combat operations alongside manned aircraft. Meanwhile, the Aerospace Testing and Development Show highlighted innovations in aviation safety, including a partnership between Daedalean and Leonardo Helicopters to develop AI-powered flight systems. Additionally, a factory in Hefei, China, is advancing aerospace laser communication technologies, contributing to the region's industrial growth in intelligent sensors. These initiatives reflect the ongoing evolution and technological advancements in the aerospace industry.