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https://acesflyinghighthesurvivors.wordpress.com/tag/dayton/ | 2023-06-01T16:44:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224647895.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20230601143134-20230601173134-00079.warc.gz | 0.930006 | 319 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__197127441 | en | The Seversky P-35 single seat pursuit aircraft was developed in the 1930’s and became the first all-metal monoplane fighter with an enclosed cockpit and retractable landing gear for the US Army Air Corps (USAAC). 77 P-35’s were ordered by the USAAC for delivery between 1937-38 (76 P-35’s were delivered and the 77th was converted to… Read More The Survivors: Seversky P-35 – In Pursuit Of Success
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http://heli-air.net/category/propellor-aerodynamics/page/2/ | 2019-06-27T01:57:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560628000610.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20190627015143-20190627041143-00084.warc.gz | 0.92624 | 1,696 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__22031152 | en | Material stress can be divided into four main categories of torsional, tensile, compression, and bending stress. Any one stress or combinations of stress can be present acting on an aircraft or propeller at any one time. Stress is measured as a force per unit area. The stress will vary depending on the operating conditions of the propeller, the stress force can be reversed if the propeller is windmilling or with reverse thrust application. Life for a propeller is not an easy one!
Reference to Diagram 19, Blade Stress Forces, shows the centrifugal force caused by the spinning propeller acting from the propeller hub through the leading and trailing edges of the propeller blade. The centrifugal force is divided into two components, one causing tension (tensile stress) due
to stretching and the other component causing a centrifugal turning moment (torsional stress).
The tensile stress tends to flow through the propeller blades outwards, in effect stretching the blade in length and generating a considerable force on the propeller hub and increases towards the propeller tip .
The centrifugal turning moment (torsional stress) acting at 90 degrees to the propeller axis produces a turning moment around the propeller pitch change axis tending to turn the blades towards fine/flat pitch. This force is opposed by the pitch change mechanism, which is placed under stress, but is assisted to a certain degree by the aerodynamic turning
moment during normal cruise conditions, which tend to turn the blades towards coarse pitch. The pitch change axis is normally to the rear of the blade’s centre of pressure. The resultant aerodynamic force acting at the centre of pressure will tend to turn the propeller blades in the opposite direction; the direction is reversed when the propeller is windmilling causing the resultant force to act rearwards. The aerodynamic turning moment is acting in the same direction as the centrifugal turning moment and turns the blades towards fine/flat pitch. The centrifugal turning moment is a more powerful force than the aerodynamic turning moment and causes the most stress. Torsional stress forces increase with the RPM squared.
Additional to the stress mentioned above, is the bending stress on the blades caused by the thrust (blade loading) of the propeller. The blade loading is measured in horsepower per square foot. The force generated by the propeller tends to bend the blades forward when under power, while the tension in the blade caused by the centrifugal force opposes the thrust, which tends to straighten the blades out. Bending stress will be reversed in direction with reverse thrust application on the landing rollout.
At normal cruise RPM, the stress on the prop blades will be approximately 4500 pounds per square inch. On some engine/ prop combinations, a destructive vibratory frequency could exist at around 1900-2200 RPM. This torsional vibration can increase stress on the prop tips to that double experienced at normal cruise RPM. This is due to varying aerodynamic loads acting on the prop caused by a high vibration frequency coupled with the high inherent vibrations of the engine cylinder firing pulsations. If the vibration from the propeller coincides with those caused by the engine, a severe vibration will result. This is a different vibration to that caused by an out of balance prop and the pilot is unlikely to notice it. When the propeller’s and engine’s vibration synchronizes the amplitude of vibration can rapidly increase causing severe stress with possible blade failure or hub damage with disastrous results. A caution arc on the engine tachometer covers the RPM range to be avoided for continuous operation. This problem is only peculiar to certain aircraft: those aircraft with composite props are less prone to this vibration, while turboprops are totally free due to their lack if cylinder vibration. The red line at the top end of the tachometer scale indicates the maximum RPM permissible and exceeding the redline limit, apart from engine operating limitations, would allow the prop tips to reach the speed of sound. Additional stress would then be caused due to vibration flutter caused by the high propeller tip speed. Although safety margins are built in, red line limits should never be exceeded intentionally at any time.
Another form of stress can be induced by stone or gravel ingestion through the prop disc, and striking the blade’s leading edge. This will cause damage in the form of knicks, or stress raisers, which can lead to stress concentrations. The blades flexing under normal loads, especially in the area from 12.5 cm to 23 cm (5 to 9 inches) from the tips can lead to metal fatigue and loss of the prop tip. The result will be extreme vibrations caused by the prop being out of balance and could lead to the engine being torn from its mounts. With the engine heading earthwards and the aircraft’s centre of gravity moved well aft, it would be very difficult to achieve a balanced glide, the end result can easily be imagined! If the engine is still onboard, but shaking badly, it is imperative the engine is shut down and the prop feathered if possible. If the propeller is not the feathering type, reduce air speed as low as possible until the engine stops. Prevention is the best cure; any knicks found on the prop should be filed, or dressed out to prevent a crack from forming. Avoid taxiing over loose gravel if possible, but if it is unavoidable reduce power to a low RPM. Never runup an engine over loose gravel and when taking-off, open the throttle slowly to get the aircraft moving before going to full
The 1917, WW I, Bristol Bulldog IIA has prop tipping on the prop’s leading edges. It is displayed in the RAF Hendon Museum, London.
power. This technique will allow the prop to blow the gravel well clear without causing any damage to the prop blades. Tail – wheel aircraft have a greater clearance between the prop tips and the ground and are therefore less prone to stone damage than their trike counterparts.
Sharp taxi turns can induce stress on the prop because the prop acts in the same way as a gyroscope due to its spinning mass and will attempt to resist any changes in direction. All power changes should be made smoothly and gently to avoid any undue stress being applied to the engine or the prop attachment bolts On a wooden prop, check the metal sheathing, (also known as prop tipping) on the leading edge of
The wooden prop blades on this Handley-Page Halifax II bomber were sheared off during its war time crash-landing. The Halifax is displayed as recovered in the RAF Hendon Museum, London.
each blade is secure and free of any damage. Also, there should be no splits or cracks in the wood or separation between the wood laminations. A wood prop not used for long periods should be parked in the horizontal position to equalize the moisture content in each blade.
The ultimate stress force a prop can endure occurs when the prop blades strike the ground during a crash or wheels-up landing. Metal blades will bend either backwards or forwards during the impact. The resulting force, which in turn depends on a number of factors determine which way they bend. These factors include the blade chord, shape, and pitch, and the aircraft’s forward speed at the time of impact and also if the engine is providing power to the prop, or just idling. If the aircraft slide sideways the blades will buckle as well as bend. This kind of treatment is to be avoided to say the least! Wooden props and their engines can generally fare better in a crash landing. The wooden prop is more likely to break up than a metal prop and absorb some of the impact stress, protecting the engine somewhat. If you have the misfortune to forget to lower the undercarriage on the approach, you may hear the prop making ground contact as you flare for the landing. Do not attempt a go-around at this late stage in the hope of landing wheels-down on the next attempt. The damage is now done to the prop and the inherent forces associated with a full power climb could lead to total prop destruction and loss of the aircraft. It is safer to carry on with the landing and ride out the ensuing belly-ride. It must now be obvious the prop is a very important part of the aircraft and deserves to be treated gently with the utmost respect. | aerospace |
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https://p.pdfhall.com/flying-the-tail-propeller-type-aircraft_5bad65d5097c47a5588b45a7.html | 2023-05-28T19:41:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224644506.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20230528182446-20230528212446-00051.warc.gz | 0.959891 | 3,585 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__236868477 | en | flying the tail propeller type aircraft By M. B. "Molt" Taylor (EAA 14794) Box 1171 Longview, WA 98632
Business end of the latest tail pusher, the BD-7.
WrITH THE INCREASING popularity of "tail pusher"
type aircraft as well as pusher arranged lightplanes in general, we have received numerous inquiries in regard to what "peculiarities" such aircraft might have as far as flight characteristics are concerned. Having
(Photo by Dick Stouffer)
this is quite simple. A pusher airplane does not get the "efficiency" from the propeller that you get from a tractor propeller. However, since the tractor airplane must fly in its own slipstream the airplane itself has
greater drag (assuming that the airplanes are basically
flown our own Aerocar "Flying Automobiles" since
identical), as a result of its having to fly in a faster moving
1950 and accumulated several hundred hours of experience in such aircraft plus extensive experience in our Coot "light amphibian" pusher homebuilts, the writer has had a chance to compare these types with more conventional tractor types from several standpoints both as a pilot and as an engineer concerned with aerodynamic design. The first thing that seems to concern the uninformed pilot regarding pusher airplanes is the term 'efficiency'. For some reason people seem to be concerned with this aspect although few of them seem to know what it means as far as airplanes are concerned. What they really mean is "How much better (or worse) is a pusher as compared with a tractor type airplane." The answer to
airstream. This fact seems to negate any improvement or 'gain' from the tractor propeller's better efficiency and the pusher airplane (despite the lessened efficiency of the propeller itself) ends up with a slight advantage over the tractor type. Thus, the overall efficiency of the pusher is usually better (as a system) than the tractor arrangement. However, there are other things to be considered in a pusher "system". Not only is the airplane in the pusher type not flying in the airstream accellerated by the propeller as far as pure velocity is concerned, but the fact is that the airstream coming from the tractor propeller out in front of the airplane does not flow aft as a smooth column of air, but instead is really flowing aft
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in a spiral of vortex which does not strike the sides of the airplane symmetrically. This 'asymmetrical slipstream' from the propeller causes all kinds of other problems. The result is that the conventional single engine tractor airplane will fly at only one speed trim in either pitch or yaw. For this reason it is necessary to have rudder trim as well as pitch trim if the airplane is to be flown hands off at anything other than the normal cruise speed and power settings. This can be easily detected in a conventional tractor type lightplane by noting that the ball of the turn and slip indicator is not centered in normal climb for instance, and to get it centered it is necessary to carry rudder trim or offset to compensate for the higher power and lower speed of a normal climb. Once the airplane is leveled off you will then find that the ball will center itself at normal cruise power settings. To partially compensate for this power effect the designer offsets the fin in the conventional lightplane to make the airplane fly straight and level at normal cruise power and attitude. Flight at anything other than this set condition requires that the pilot either manually carry some offset of the controls or manipulate some trim arrangement to compensate for the asymmetrical slipstream of the tractor propeller. Twin engined airplanes escape this to some degree since the propellers do not have their slipstreams impinging on the tail surfaces. However, unless twin engined planes have opposite rotating engines and propellers they have other directional trim problems. This effect is variously known as "P" effect, or torque. Actually, it is quite
simply asymmetrical slipstream. The pusher types that have the engine ahead of the tail (such as our own Coot) have this to some degree. However, in the case of the Coots we have arranged the tail in such a way that the spiral of the propeller slipstream strikes the tail, with it tending to push one
way on the top of the vertical tail and the other way
on the bottom of the vertical tail surfaces. The result
Everyone is familiar with Ed Lesher's record holding Teal, but newer members may not be aware of his earlier two place Nomad. This aircraft was dismantled and some of its components used to build the Teal. Another example of tail pushers in the EAA world.
is that the ball tends to stay fairly well centered in a Coot regardless of power settings or flight speeds. This was quite vividly brought to mind when the prototype Coot was first built (with no fin offset) with an opposite turning engine (Franklin Sport 4R which was used so that we could use a standard one piece metal tractor propeller as a pusher propeller). When the prototype Coot was modified to the larger 180 hp Franklin engine (which turned the other direction), it was unnecessary to make any trim modifications and the airplane still flew with the ball in the middle at all power settings. For those who have not flown some of the British airplanes in which the engines turn in the opposite direction from our usual U.S. engines, it is interesting to note that you have to 'carry opposite rudder' on takeoff with those machines as compared with usual American built lightplanes. In aircraft like the famous Spitfire, this was quite disconcerting to WW II pilots who
were flying P-51s and then got into a "Spit". This effect of the slipstream on the trim of the airplane is quite a problem. This effect of slipstream is particularly true with twin tailed single engine amphibians where the designers have had to add an additional vertical tail surface and rudder. This is due to problems with the airplane weathercocking into the wind very nicely due to the two vertical tail surfaces but the pilots being unable to "blow the tail around" with propeller slipstream to turn out of the wind. This problem showed up in the
twin tailed Coot-B.
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This ability to "blow the tail around" is used more than most people realize in some maneuvers. Not only did the very early lightplanes (without nosewheel or brake steering) do all of their ground steering by blowing the tail around, but to some extent this is still done with modern twin engined airplanes to conserve expensive brakes. Another place where the ability to "blow the tail around" is used to a great extent is in modern acrobatic lightplanes. Maneuvers like the Immelman, hammerhead, Lomcevak, snap roll, etc. depend greatly on the slipstream of the propeller to accomplish the maneuvers. Trying such maneuvers in a tail propellered lightplane like the Mini-IMP quickly convinces you that the slipstream does a lot of the work of moving the airplane around in the sky. Certainly an airplane with a tail propeller will never win any acrobatic contests. However, there are some advantages to the tail propeller which are worthy of note. For instance, a tail propellered airplane will not rotate on takeoff until it is moving fast enough on the ground to develop sufficient down force with the elevators to lift the nose. If the airplane is properly designed, this means that it must be going fast enough so that once it does rotate it will quickly lift off the runway and fly. It is virtually impossible to get such aircraft on the back side of the power curve where they will lift off and fly in ground effect but will not accelerate and climb. Usually pusher aircraft are designed so that the center of gravity is at the most aft position in the empty weight condition. Thus, anything you put in them results in the center of gravity moving forward. Some of them end up with the empty CG so far aft that they fall back on their tails when the pilot or passengers disembark. However, once they are loaded the center of gravity comes out at the proper point to give them the desired stability they must have to fly properly. The tail propeller or rear end pusher (like the VariEze) tend to run longer on the ground than some trac(Photo by Dick Stouffer)
The author's own tail pusher, the Mini-IMP. His two place IMP and Aerocars are other examples.
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tor types since they have to get going fast enough to lift the nose due purely to forward velocity (in the case of the VariEze) or get enough down force on the tail to lift the nose (as in the case of the BD-5 or our own Mini-IMP). This has one benefit in that any time the airplane should be overloaded (which can happen) it is going to be necessary that the airplane gets quite adequate speed before it can ever be lifted into the air. Some commercial designs have had bad reputations for being very easy to rotate prematurely due to overloading (which moves the conventional lightplane CG rearward) and thus be easily brought to a high angle of attack too early in the takeoff run and then develop so much drag that they never accelerate to takeoff speed and run out of runway. As can be seen, a pusher airplane does have some advantages as well as some problems. It is perhaps in the landing procedure that the pusher aircraft differs most. Here the attitude of the airplane is 100% dependent on the forward velocity and the degree of up elevator being held by the pilot. Of course if the aircraft is equipped with a trimable horizontal stabilizer (as in the Mini-IMP) then the trim setting of the horizontal tail has some effect on the degree of nose up that the pilot can obtain. However, the nose up trim attitude being dependent purely on forward velocity (since there is no slipstream to "blow the tail down") it is easy to see that the pilot should not make his approach using full up elevator. The reason for this is obvious since at that attitude it is easy to encounter wind shear conditions in which a sudden change in wind velocity with the airplane close to the ground can result in sudden sink conditions where the pilot has no way of blowing the tail down to slow the sink rate. Thus, until the aircraft is accelerated to higher velocity the airplane merely flies right on into the ground. All jet aircraft have this problem and the pilots tend to make their approaches and final landing over the fence at somewhat higher than touchdown velocity so that if they do encounter a
sinking condition they still are not out of elevator.
Pilots who fly tail pusher aircraft notice this condition quickly, and in the certification tests for the Aerocar we found it desirable to install what we called the 'panic button'. This was merely a little compression spring which limited the degree of up elevator you obtained with normal control pressure (pull on the wheel). However, with a little heavier pull you could get another 5 degrees of up elevator. While experienced Aerocar pilots quickly found that they seldom used this additional elevator travel, it proved to be a nice feature for pilots when they first transitioned to the Aerocar. The inverted V tail of the Mini-IMF accomplishes the
same effect to some degree due to the proximity of the
tail to the runway and the down wash of the wing which
makes it virtually impossible to touch the tail in a normal full stall landing. This is further assisted in the
along on its previous path. While the propeller tries
to push the airplane along the new path, the inertias of the airplane tend to dampen out the movement or diversion from the previous path. With a tractor airplane a displacement from a steady path results in the propeller tending to pull the airplane further from the path it was on, and the mass in its effort to try to continue along its previous path (due to inertia) thus tends
to make the total effect of the displacement greater.
This can be easily understood if one considers a tug boat pulling a barge up a river and coming to a curve in the river. The barge tends to continue along its original path and runs into the river bank. A tug pushing a barge up the river has to move off to one side with its push force (by means of deflecting its slipstream with its rudder) so that it can change the path of the barge and make it go around the curve in the river. This is why tugs usually push barges instead of towing them, and why boats all have the propellers on the rear. Thus, they are not only dynamically stable in movement,
Mini-IMF by the fact that the spring leg landing gear hangs well below the fuselage once the aircraft is off the ground. Thus, in the touchdown on landing the gear touches the ground before the wing can be brought up to a full stall angle of attack at touchdown. There is some concern among uninformed pilots regarding the "gyroscopic" effects of the tail propeller.
but they also don't have to pull themselves through
the tail propeller just like they are present with a tractor propeller. However, the gyroscopic effect of a whirling mass such as the propeller has its major effect in the pitch response of the airplane. Thus (depending on which direction your engine turns), the nose of the airplane will tend to raise or lower as a result of turning left or right. It is the precessional forces from the turning mass of the propeller that cause this, and since these forces are resisted by the mass of the airplane itself, one can see that they are really not of as much conse-
whether they are better or worse than the effects and characteristics of the more conventional tractor propeller are, of course, largely a matter of opinion. It is a fact, however, that the original Wright Flyer would never have flown if it had been arranged with tractor propellers. The difficulties and mechanical problems of driving the pusher propellers were largely responsible for the early transition to the tractor arrangement. However,
is quite a distance from the propeller as compared with
with the propeller back on the tail as we have done with the Mini-IMF it is possible to realize some of the benefits of the pusher propeller configuration. The fact that most of the records for endurance and distance are held by pusher lightplanes may or may not be some indication of the better efficiency of such configurations. Certainly the better visibility, easier access,
Certainly these effects and forces are still present with
quence in a tail propeller installation where the mass
a tractor airplane where the mass is really quite close to the propeller and thus is not resisted on such a long
lever arm. The forces themselves must be transmitted to the structure of the airplane through the thrust bearing
on the tail and the stiffness of the shaft that drives the tail propeller. In tractor airplanes these forces are of course transmitted to the CG of the airplane through the engine mount and are of such low magnitude that they are of little consideration in usual lightplanes.
However, these forces become of considerable concern
their own wake (or slipstream). As can be seen, the tail pusher propeller arrange-
ment on an airplane does have some definite effects and peculiarities. Whether these are all beneficial or
with the development of the mechanical installations which are now available to let one design an airplane
lessened noise, lessened vibration, more convenient
operation, safety, as well as the operational benefits of putting the propeller to the rear of the airplane are obvious.
in higher powered propeller driven aircraft where the mass of the propeller is great and the moment of inertia
of the propeller is large, such as the four bladed propeller on an F8F Bearcat. Little airplanes like the MiniIMF with its little 4-5 pound wood propeller exhibit no detectable precession effect from the propeller in turns.
The tail propeller type airplane does exhibit one characteristic which is most desirable and this is the
stabilizing effect of the propeller itself. This is due to the propeller in effect • adding its projected areas (as in a side view) to the areas of both the vertical and the horizontal tail surfaces. Further, with the push of the propeller well aft and directed at the mass center of the airplane (usually by inclining the thrust line slightly) the designer gets a dynamic stability characteristic into the airplane. This effect is somewhat like the effect that lets one ride a two wheel bicycle. In the cycle if you start to fall your mass tends to move to one side but at the same time continue ahead. Thus, all you need to do is turn the bicycle so that it in effect "runs over under you" and you don't fall. Thus, in the tail pusher airplane when the airplane is disturbed (either directionally or in pitch) its mass tends to continue 16 MARCH 1977
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A Canadian Dyke Delta — by W. Brubacher of Greensville, Ontario. | aerospace |
https://www.thesun.co.uk/tech/13190284/space-debris-trap-humanity-earth-destruction/ | 2022-06-27T01:05:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103322581.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20220626222503-20220627012503-00038.warc.gz | 0.96366 | 1,139 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__57941126 | en | HUMANITY has been launching stuff into space for more than six decades – and it's becoming a problem.
Millions of bits of junk circling our planet threaten to trigger a catastrophic cascade of collisions that could knock out working satellites, one scientist tells The Sun.
If this were to continue unchecked, it could take down communication systems and render parts of space inaccessible.
Some experts have even suggested a further build up of debris could trap humanity on Earth because rocket launches would become too dangerous.
The solution? Send up giant nets that can snatch debris out of orbit, while ensuring future satellites have self-destruct systems.
"We've basically been launching things since 1957, and in the early decades, there wasn't any sense that this might become a major environmental problem," Dr Alice Gorman, of Finders University in Australia, told The Sun.
Roughly 35,000 objects larger than 10cm are currently in orbit, she added, on top of millions upon millions of smaller fragments.
"Because it's moving at very high speed, the collision of space junk could destroy or disable functioning spacecraft that we rely on for Earth observation, communications and navigation," Dr Gorman said.
Every collision would create more junk, leading to a scenario proposed by Nasa scientist Donald Kessler in 1978 known as Kessler Syndrome.
"The debris would keep increasing," Dr Gorman added. "Then it would be too dangerous to launch [rockets and other spacecraft] at all."
Out of control
So how did we get here? Over the past few decades, humanity has ramped up how much tech it fires into Earth's orbit, with little or no checks on what goes up there – or whether it comes back down.
While there are roughly 2,300 active satellites orbiting Earth at the moment, there are also 3,000 dead ones littering space.
SpaceX, the California rocket firm run by billionaire Elon Musk, has sent up hundreds of satellite this year alone in its mission to set up a WiFi network that beams the internet to people from space.
Called Starlink, the project aims to station as many as 42,000 satellites in low-Earth orbit in the future.
The key problem, Dr Gorman says, is a lack of oversight.
"There isn’t currently any sort of international regulatory regime to manage space traffic and stop this happening," she told The Sun. "There are very few active measures or agreements."
That hasn't stopped space bodies such as the European Space Agency (ESA) from tracking debris as it builds beyond our atmosphere.
ESA, which is based in Paris, last month released its annual report on space debris, concluding that the risk of dangerous collisions is on the rise.
More than 500 break-ups, explosions, collisions, or other events resulting in the release of tiny fragments of debris were logged by investigators.
"Despite measures being in place for years to prevent this, we see no decline in the number of such events," said Holger Krag, Head of the Space Safety Programme at ESA.
Hair-raising near misses are also becoming commonplace.
One close shave between a defunct Russian satellite and spent Chinese rocket part in October could have caused billions in damages in what scientists said would have been the "worst space collision in history".
It's not all bad
While there is plenty to worry about when it comes to our litter-strewn orbit, space debris also has plenty to teach us.
As a space archaeologist, Dr Gorman looks at how some pieces of junk are artefacts that form an important part of our recent history.
"The dominant idea is that we should treat space junk as, well, junk," Dr Gorman told The Sun.
"The assumption is that once a spacecraft is no longer in use, it has no value. My take on this is that some pieces of junk have heritage value."
What that means is that a handful of defunct satellites or ejected rocket parts – like tools thrown away by cavemen thousands of years ago – remain important to humanity long beyond their expiry dates.
"We shouldn't just be saying 'oh it's all junk and got no use'," according to Dr Gorman.
"We should have some strategy that means we don't just destroy everything, and keep what's valuable."
ESA chiefs have proposed launching a £100million space "tow truck" in future to clear Earth's orbit of debris.
Others have suggested enforcing satellite operators to push defunct satellites into our atmosphere once they're done – where they'll safely disintegrate.
Whatever they cook up, Dr Gorman is pushing to keep hold of any debris that isn't a danger to other spacecraft. She believes they belong in museums.
"People want to see these objects, they want to see real objects," she told The Sun.
"These objects represent the changing state of technology. Some of them are quite beautiful."
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In other news, SpaceX is set to send four astronauts into orbit tomorrow as part of an historic mission to the International Space Station.
SpaceX boss Elon Musk wants to send humans to Mars as early as 2024 aboard the firm's huge new Starship rocket.
And, Nasa set a hillside on fire during a recent test of the "most powerful rocket ever built".
What do you think of the space debris conundrum? Let us know in the comments!
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https://usa-newsposts.com/news-posts/american-airlines-plans-to-use-its-own-execs-as-guinea-pigs-to-convince-people-that-the-boeing-737-max-wont-crash-again/ | 2019-06-19T03:36:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627998882.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20190619023613-20190619045613-00190.warc.gz | 0.958393 | 626 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__141403252 | en | American Airlines says it will fly its senior executives on the Boeing 737 Max before passengers, to prove the aircraft is safe.
The plane is currently grounded worldwide, but is due to return to the skies after a software upgrade is approved by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
A recent poll found that 41% of Americans would not consider flying on the plane until it had been back in service for six months: an obvious problem for airlines trying to sell seats.
Southwest and United Airlines say that passengers will be able to change flights for free if they object to flying on a 737 Max service.
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American Airlines plans to fly its own senior executives will fly on the Boeing 737 Max plane before any regular passengers, in an attempt to reassure the public that the aircraft is safe.
Doug Parker, the CEO of American Airlines Group, told investors at its annual shareholders meeting on Wednesday that executives and staff will take test flights on the plane once the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approves it to fly again, Bloomberg reported.
The plane has been grounded worldwide since an Ethiopian Airlines 737 Max crashed and killed 157 people in March, five months after a Lion Air 737 Max crashed and killed 189 people on board.
Read more: Nearly half of Americans say they won’t fly on Boeing’s embattled 737 Max plane until it safely returns to service for at least six months
Boeing has completed a software update to the plane intended to address a system that misfired in both crashed jets. Airlines are currently waiting for FAA approval to put the planes back in service.
But in the US, many people have said they won’t consider the plane safe, even after is cleared to fly.
A poll by investment bank UBS in early June found that 41% of Americans won’t consider flying on a 737 Max until it has been back in service for six months.
In the meantime, airlines are losing money from not using their 737 Max jets, and are eager to find ways to make full use of them when they can.
Read more: Southwest Airlines is going to allow people who don’t want to fly on the Boeing 737 Max to switch planes for free
Southwest’s chief marketing officer said in May that passengers who don’t want to fly in a 737 Max will be able to change flights for free.
Ryan Green told CNBC: “If they’re uneasy about flying on a Max aircraft, we’ll be flexible with them.”
United Airlines also said it will rebook passengers free of charge who do not want to fly on the Max planes.
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), Europe’s aviation regulator, said it has its own requirements for certifying the plane to return, which could mean that it could fly again in the US before it returns in Europe.
Boeing says that the plane design is safe and that it is working closely with regulators. …read more
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https://blog.chron.com/sciguy/2015/07/updates-from-nasas-first-mission-to-the-last-world-in-the-solar-system/ | 2019-09-17T02:57:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514573011.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20190917020816-20190917042816-00481.warc.gz | 0.929258 | 1,745 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__126060917 | en | See below for updates on NASA’s New Horizons mission, which will make its closest approach to Pluto at 6:49 a.m. CT on Tuesday, passing to within 7,800 miles of the mysterious world.
Wednesday 7:30 a.m. CT
All is well with the New Horizons spacecraft.
NASA is expected to share some initial findings from the flyby during a 2 p.m. CT news conference today.
Tuesday 7:54 p.m. CT
NASA has received the “I’m awake” signal from New Horizons, and the spacecraft is sending back the expected data.
— NASA New Horizons (@NASANewHorizons) July 15, 2015
There’s a media briefing tonight, but don’t expect photos until tomorrow.
5:00 p.m. CT
Just about three hours to go until New Horizons is supposed to phone home, at 8:02 p.m. CT.
Actually the spacecraft should have already sent the signal to reestablish a connection with NASA’s Earth-based satellite dishes, but it takes 4.5 hours for the message to reach across 3 billion miles.
Pins and needles, folks.
3:45 p.m. CT
NASA has shared a “false color” image of Pluto, left and its largest moon Charon.
These are not the actual colors of either Pluto or Charon, and the distance between the two has been reduced. Of what the colors mean on Pluto, NASA says:
The heart consists of a western lobe shaped like an ice cream cone that appears peach color in this image. A mottled area on the right (east) side looks bluish. A mid-latitude band appears in shades ranging from pale blue through red. Even within the northern polar cap, in the upper part of the image, various shades of yellow-orange indicate subtle compositional differences.
And of Charon:
The surface of Charon is viewed using the same exaggerated color. The red on the dark northern polar cap of Charon is attributed to hydrocarbon and other molecules, a class of chemical compounds called tholins. The mottled colors at lower latitudes point to the diversity of terrains on Charon.
2:20 p.m. CT
Among the scientific tidbits that have trickled out today include this: Charon’s dark pole, shown below, is evidently caused by Pluto’s atmosphere leaking into space and freezing at its nearby moon’s pole.
So much more to come.
12:15 p.m. CT
And now the family portrait is complete.
10:45 a.m. CT
Now comes the long wait.
During the flyby NASA scientists directed New Horizons to orient itself toward the planet, keeping its antenna pointed away from Earth. This, combined with a 4.5-hour time delay, means NASA won’t try to contact the spacecraft until about 8 p.m. CT tonight.
“I am feeling a little nervous, just like you would when you set your child off,” said Alice Bowman, mission operations manager.
After NASA connects with New Horizons tonight — assuming success — the spacecraft should begin to send data back, and we should see the first close-up images of Pluto sometime on Wednesday.
Tuesday 8:15 a.m. CT
Consider this: New Horizons launched nearly a decade ago, traveled more than 3 billion miles, and came within 40 miles of its target. This morning mission scientists said the spacecraft came within 7,710 miles of Pluto’s surface, about 40 miles closer than they planned.
Although we won’t hear from the spacecraft on how it’s doing for about 12 hours, scientists estimate there was only about a 1-in-5,000 chance New Horizons was lost during the flyby due to dust or other unknown hazards near Pluto.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. CT
During a news conference this morning New Horizons’ principal investigator, Alan Stern, shared some initial thoughts about the latest image of Pluto, sent by the spacecraft on Monday.
“To my eye, these pictures show a younger surface on Pluto and a much older and more battered surface on Charon,” he said.
Pluto appears to have a dynamic surface, and changes there may be driven by internal heating and plate tectonics, atmospheric processes like snow, or both. Scientists should have a much better handle on this question after receiving the high resolution data collected during this morning’s historic flyby of the planet.
At rates of 1,000 to 4,000 bits per second it will take 16 months to send back all of the data collected today back to Earth.
Tuesday 6:49 a.m. CT
New Horizons has flown by Pluto. Now we wait, until about 8 p.m. CT tonight, to receive a signal back from the spacecraft.
Here’s the view from the spacecraft center in Maryland where mission managers and scientists celebrated the flyby.
“We have completed the initial reconnaissance of the solar system,” said Alan Stern, the spacecraft’s chief scientist. “It’s really historic what the United States has done.”
Tuesday 6:10 a.m. CT
The promised color image of Pluto has surfaced, and it’s spectacular!
This stunning image of the dwarf planet was captured by New Horizons at about 3 p.m. CT on Monday, when the spacecraft was 476,000 miles from the surface. This morning it will fly to within 7,750 miles.
Tuesday 6:00 a.m. CT
The New Horizons spacecraft is now just 25,000 miles away from Pluto. We’re that close to closing the loop.
Monday 4:00 p.m. CT
It’s not the much-awaited color image, but the newest photo from the New Horizons spacecraft shows the best detail yet.
Taken from about 1.5 million miles away, the photo shows Pluto’s “heart” shaped feature rotating into view.
This is probably the last photo we’ll see until tomorrow morning.
Monday 3:00 p.m. CT
During the latest data download NASA received new image and color data that New Horizons scientist Kimberly Ennico Smith described as follows:
NASA will likely process the data this evening and then release the new images tomorrow morning at a 7 a.m. news conference.
The images taken during the actual flyby won’t be available until Tuesday night or Wednesday.
Monday 12:15 p.m. CT
New Horizons is now about 570,000 miles from Pluto.
Of note during today’s media briefing: the mission’s chief scientist, Alan Stern, reported that Pluto’s diameter is 2,370 km, plus or minus 20 km. This means Pluto is larger than Eris, and therefore the largest known object in the Kuiper Belt. A larger size means Pluto probably has more ice and less rock than previously thought.
Also, I stumbled upon this eerily accurate painting of Pluto by Don Dixon, a space graphic artist, made in 1979.
Pretty cool stuff.
Monday 8:00 a.m. CT
The New Horizons spacecraft is less than 700,000 miles from Pluto.
On Sunday NASA released the latest images of Pluto, shown below. These are probably the best pictures we’ll see of the side of the planet facing its largest moon, Charon, as New Horizons will pass over the other side of the dwarf planet.
In these images the “equator” of the planet is darker, with the mid-latitudes and polar areas lighter.
Scientists believe the lighter region at the equator are caused by nitrogen evaporating from these warmer regions and accumulating at the poles. As the nitrogen evaporates it leaves behind a dark layer of what is probably an organic muck of large and interesting molecules called tholins.
NASA will likely release more images of Pluto later this morning. But for the best pictures, from the closest approach, we’re probably going to have to wait until Wednesday.
The space agency won’t even receive a confirmation signal that New Horizons has made its closest approach until 8:02 p.m. CT on Tuesday night. | aerospace |
http://jacksonvillesgreatesthits.com/uncategorized/space-force-by-2020/ | 2019-02-21T19:46:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247508363.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20190221193026-20190221215026-00259.warc.gz | 0.955061 | 144 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__201312162 | en | Earlier today, Vice President Mike Pence called for dominance in space. A direct appeal to the Pentagon to create a sixth military branch- the Space Force to be implemented by 2020.
“As their actions make clear, our adversaries have transformed space into a warfighting domain already and the United States will not shrink from this challenge,” he said. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we will meet it head on — to defend our nation, and build a peaceful future here on Earth and in space.”
There will be a lot of work put into creating the new branch, and it is planned to hit the ground running. This is real. For more on the story click below! | aerospace |
https://ke7hr.com/bg1216/silver/silver.htm | 2023-06-02T11:22:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648635.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20230602104352-20230602134352-00195.warc.gz | 0.979673 | 1,384 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__255876269 | en | Soaring has several 'badges' or achievment levels that pilots try to qualify for. They range from the 'just able to solo' A badge up to a 1000 Km badge. The first real cross country soaring badge is the Silver Badge. It requires a duration flight of at least 5 hours, a flight of at least 50 Km (31.1 miles), and a height gain of at least 1000 meters (3281 feet) from an in flight low point.
I started on my silver badge in September of 2000. That day was to be the longest single flight of my life. It was in one of the trainer SGS 2-33 gliders at Turf Soaring School. When I was getting hooked up for the tow, I joked with the person attaching the tow rope. I said "It does not look too much like a 5 hour day.", to which he replied "Well, maybe." The "Long Sit", as it is called, started out just like the other solo training flights which I had made, when I caught a fantastic thermal from 1500 feet above the ground to almost 10000 feet above the ground. With that kind of thermal activity and altitude I had a chance to make the 5 hour mark. I called the ground and asked if there was anyone that could hang around that had witnessed the takeoff and had me in sight for the whole flight. Roy Coulliette, the owner of Turf, said he would and could. With the 5 hour flight safely done, I radioed in that I was coming down after about 5:45 and Roy called back and said "Why don't you fly to make the flight an even six?" Well, why not. I had just enough daylight and touched down at exactly six hours later than my takeoff that day. I came back the next day and did the paperwork to send to the Soaring Society of America (SSA) for verification. Now, just the distance and altitude legs to complete!
In the time since that duration flight, I found and bought the BG 12/16 and had been working on the experimental restricted hours which kept me within 25 miles of the airport. I had done a 'practice' cross country which would have given me the Silver but did not have the equipment or paperwork ready at that time. Tony Smolder, the President of the Arizona Soaring Association (ASA) loaned me his backup electronic recording barograph. I tested it with my GPS, found it to work, then sent it off for calibration. NOW I was ready for an attempt in the old yellow sailplane.
The day finally came on an ASA contest day. I hooked up with Tony to get my pre-takeoff paperwork done and got the flight recorder installed in my glider. I took off toward the Wickenburg airport, some 54 Km upwind. I got off the tow east of Turf in a great thermal. I told the tow pilot to remember this release, because it was for a badge flight. (The tow pilot has to certify where the glider released.) James said that he would, and I was off to what I hoped would be a fun flight. The conditions did not look as good as on my 'practice' cross country flight, but adequate for the task. I soon found it very difficult to get much altitude. There was a shear wind that was blowing the thermals apart and I did not feel comfortable heading up wind. On the flight trace below, this portion of the flight is the big mess of turns just west of Turf.
There was a bit of a headwind, as can be seen from the GPS track. The places where I stop to thermal all show a trend to the northeast or downwind. From the picture above, you can see that there were some big storms up to the north of me. There were also some big cumulus stuff down to the south. I had the best looking course. Pretty soon, I broke free from the shear layer and headed out west just about right on the direct course line. I only started deviating off the course line when some promising clouds formed just north, giving me a good marker for the thermals. I knew I had 'final glide' altitude from over the Rio Vista Hills airport to Wickenburg. There were some nice looking clouds on the other side of Wickenburg. Even if I could not reach the thermals under these clouds, I would be able to land at Wickenburg and have my Silver Badge. I arrived over Wickenburg at about 3000 feet above the ground or 5300 feet MSL. Just past the airport I got into a great thermal which took me up to the top altitude of the day, 10300 MSL.
It felt great to climb from 5300 to 10300 in one thermal. At this point I felt that I had 'final glide' back to the home airport about 32 miles away. I could not resist making a couple of turns under a fantastic cloud which took me almost to 10000 feet again. I finished the task over the home airport at 4800 MSL or about 3200 above the ground. I had over 2000 feet to lose before getting into the pattern, so the last thermal turns under that great cloud were not needed, but sure made me feel good.
The altitude trace shows my vertical progress along the flight. To make sense of it with the GPS track, the big thermal bunch near the start of the flight is the left most of the three center peaks. It is here at 8500 feet MSL that I decided I had enough altitude to venture forth. The tallest peak over on the right side is the top of the great thermal just west of Wickenburg, where I started home. The trace also shows the thermal that I could not resist just to the right of the big one and some smaller gains that I made while flying straight ahead back to the home field.
The paperwork is all back from the SSA and the flight has been approved! Next is on to the Gold Badge - distance flight of 300 Km (186.4 miles) and a height gain of 3000 meters (9842 feet) - which I hope to complete before the end of the flying season this year.
(POSTSCRIPT: The September 11 attacks on America shut down the flying right at the time that was perfect weather (and my preparation) to try for the Gold Badge. Maybe next year...)
An interesting side note about this flight is that 10 of the 12 ASA contest pilots landed out on this same day. They WERE well south of my flight path, however. STILL, it feels good to make a complete task when others did not.
Created 10 July 2001.
Updated 18 November 2011
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http://www.aaj.tv/2016/03/4-injured-as-charter-plane-crash-lands-at-karachi-airport/ | 2019-04-23T15:57:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578605555.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20190423154842-20190423180842-00489.warc.gz | 0.984537 | 191 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__5294309 | en | WEB DESK: A charter plane with 18 passengers on board crash-landed at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport on Friday, Aaj News reported.
According to initial reports, the plane had to make an emergency landing as soon as it took off.
Sources report that as soon as the plane took off, its engine stopped working and was immediately landed.
Due to crash landing , four travelers including a captain and a woman have received minor injuries.
The plane was heading to Sui in Balochistan.
Rescue teams and Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) officials have arrived at the scene and the runway has been closed temporarily.
CAA has passed orders for the investigation of the incident.
In November last year, a Lahore-bound Shaheen Air flight, carrying 121 passengers and crew members, made an ‘emergency landing’ at the Allama Iqbal International Airport. | aerospace |
http://www.frombearcreek.com/category/travel/page/4/ | 2018-02-21T03:24:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891813322.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20180221024420-20180221044420-00337.warc.gz | 0.96426 | 324 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__254074979 | en | If you spend as much time in airliners as I do, you’ve no doubt seen some odd stuff – but this American Airlines flight attendant takes the cake. Excerpt:
An American Airlines flight attendant faces federal charges after she began attacking fellow crew members and U.S. marshals on both legs of an international flight from Charlotte.
Joanne Snow is charged with interference with flight crew members and attendants, and assault on an officer or employee of the United States, according to court documents related to the case.
Snow’s erratic behavior disrupted both legs of American flight 704 from Charlotte to Frankfurt, Germany, on Nov. 23 and 24, according to a federal affidavit.
According to the affidavit by federal Air Marshal Joseph D. Fialka, who was assigned to the round trip, Snow slapped other flight attendants and shoved, punched or kicked at marshals. Fialka says that other flight attendants told him before takeoff from Charlotte that they had tried to have Snow removed from duty but that American did not replace her.
What’s interesting about this is that American apparently let Ms. Snow on a second flight after disrupting the first. A passenger would have been booted and probably placed immediately under arrest, not to mention likely ending up on a no-fly list.
Now, spending a lot of time in air travel can be stressful. Really stressful. But flight crew should be professionals, and accustomed to the vagaries of airline excursions. Ms. Snow should find herself seeking a new line of work after this outburst – one that doesn’t require travel. | aerospace |
https://www.aviatorgear.com/c-459-mig-19j-6-briefing-sticks.aspx | 2020-04-05T15:17:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585371606067.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20200405150416-20200405180916-00413.warc.gz | 0.840395 | 172 | CC-MAIN-2020-16 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__52479502 | en | Reorder gear by searching for your Squadron:
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https://www.unilad.co.uk/technology/nasas-asteroid-simulations-always-end-in-catastrophic-disaster/ | 2021-09-21T18:14:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780057225.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20210921161350-20210921191350-00488.warc.gz | 0.967076 | 549 | CC-MAIN-2021-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__6438430 | en | NASA’s Asteroid Simulations Always End In Catastrophic Disaster
NASA has been conducting simulations for an asteroid collision, and unfortunately it looks like we would be doomed.
If an asteroid was coming to Earth, it’s nice to think that we would be safe with the help of a dramatic gesture from Bruce Willis like we saw in Armageddon. However, it seems that the actual results would be much grimmer.
A week-long exercise conducted by NASA has shown that a disaster would be inevitable even if we had six months to prepare for a collision. The scenario was played out during a planetary defence conference hosted by the United Nations, and it seems that governments across the world would be underprepared for the situation.
On the back of the exercise, the participants noted:
If confronted with the scenario in real life, we would not be able to launch any spacecraft on such short notice with current capabilities.
Rather than try to destroy the asteroid, it seems that the most effective plan would be to evacuate the area that would be affected. With that said, this scenario would still lead to destruction on a huge scale.
NASA Planetary Defense Officer Lindley Johnson discussed the findings, stating, ‘Each time we participate in exercises of this nature, we learn more about who the key players are in a disaster event, and who needs to know what information and when.’
These exercises ultimately help the planetary defence community communicate with each other and with our governments to ensure we are all coordinated should a potential impact threat be identified in the future.
On the back of the news, Elon Musk wrote about the need for greater investment in heavy rockets. Fortunately, this is an area that NASA is already looking into, and is working on an asteroid deflection system and plans to launch a Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) at the end of 2021.
Andrea Riley, program executive for DART at NASA, explained the purpose of this asteroid defence:
DART will be the first test for planetary defence, and the data returned after it impacts Dimorphos will help scientists better understand one way we might mitigate a potentially hazardous NEO discovered in the future.
While the asteroid DART impacts poses no threat to Earth, it is in a perfect location for us to perform this test of the technology before it may actually be needed.
With this in mind, there may be hope in the future for our ability to survive an asteroid collision. Although it’s a bit disappointing that will almost definitely be doomed if an asteroid was to hit the planet in the coming months.
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https://www.irishexaminer.com/world/arid-30448501.html | 2021-05-18T18:02:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243991288.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20210518160705-20210518190705-00087.warc.gz | 0.979863 | 165 | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__135781439 | en | An Indian navy plane crashed into a building during air show aerobatics today killing both the pilot and navigator.
Admiral Nirmal Verma, the navy chief, said the pilots could not eject as the plane hit a residential area near Begumpet airport in Hyderabad, the capital of Andhra Pradesh state.
“The aircraft went out of control. But the cause of the crash was not immediately known,” he said.
The crash came as the plane dived while performing aerobatics, but failed to regain height.
The aerial display was part of the inaugural events of a weeklong civil aviation summit, where participants from several countries were also present.
The Indian air force has been plagued by frequent crashes, particularly among its ageing Soviet-made MiG fighter aircraft. | aerospace |
https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2013/04/15/blended-wing-body-aircraft_n_3083637.html | 2022-05-24T08:16:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662570051.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20220524075341-20220524105341-00348.warc.gz | 0.966814 | 402 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__152140464 | en | Boeing and Nasa are hailing a new generation of quieter and more fuel efficient aircraft after the completion of eight months successfully testing their 'Blended Wing Body' (BWB) prototype.
The futuristic body design of the X-48c - which quite frankly looks like it shouldn't work - marks a huge step forward in aircraft design.
The blended shape of the fuselage is also paired with a ditching of the traditional tail wing to create a very smooth profile.
The X-48c in flight
Bob Liebeck, a Boeing Senior Technical Fellow and the company's BWB program manager said: "Working closely with NASA, we have been privileged throughout X-48 flight-testing to explore and validate what we believe is a significant breakthrough in the science of flight – and it has been a tremendous success for Boeing.
"We have shown that a BWB aircraft, which offers the tremendous promise of significantly greater fuel efficiency and reduced noise, can be controlled as effectively as a conventional tube-and-wing aircraft during takeoffs, landings and other low-speed segments of the flight regime."
The craft used in test flights was a scaled down unmanned version of what will likely be produced in the future.
The wing design has already been used in some military aircraft but is yet to be adapted to civilian craft.
Wind tunnel testing of the aircraft
One of the major obstacles engineers had to overcome was where to place emergency exits on commercial versions of the aircraft.
The X-48c flew at speeds up to 140mph at an altitude of 10,000 feet. Thirty test flights have been completed over an eight month period.
The prototype is a scaled down version of what Boeing and Nasa hope to produce
Although testing took place at the Dryden Flight Research Center in California, the prototype was actually manufactured in the UK by Cranfield Aerospace Limited.
Nasa and Boeing hope to make a full sized BWB aircraft that can travel at supersonic speeds. | aerospace |
http://ademocracynet.com/index.php?page=news&id=21991&action=Detail | 2018-08-19T19:35:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-34/segments/1534221215284.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20180819184710-20180819204710-00718.warc.gz | 0.955512 | 463 | CC-MAIN-2018-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-34__0__99795571 | en | SUN 19 - 8 - 2018
Feb 4, 2018
The Daily Star
Russian pilot 'killed in fighting' after plane downed in Syria
Agence France Presse
MOSCOW: A Russian pilot was killed in Syria on Saturday after parachuting into rebel-held territory when his plane was shot down, the Defense Ministry said.
"A Russian Su-25 aircraft crashed during a flight over the Idlib de-escalation zone. The pilot had enough time to announce he had ejected into the zone, under the control of al-Nusra Front fighters," the the ministry said, quoted by Russian press agencies.
"The pilot was killed in fighting against terrorists."
It added that "according to preliminary reports, the plane was shot down by a portable anti-aircraft missile system."
The region where the plane crashed is controlled by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, a jihadist outfit dominated by Al-Qaeda's former Syrian affiliate.
Forces supporting president Bashar al-Assad's regime, backed by Russia, launched an offensive at the end of December to recapture the southeastern province of Idlib, the last enclave completely out of Damascus's control.
Opposition groups have in the past shot down Syrian planes, but rarely those of the Russian army.
In August 2016, five Russian soldiers were killed after their helicopter was shot down by rebel groups in Idlib.
In November 2015, Turkey shot down a Russian military aircraft, which caused a diplomatic crisis between Moscow and Ankara.
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https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2007/oct/19/air-force-punishes-70-accidental-nuclear-weapons-f/ | 2021-10-22T00:23:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585449.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20211021230549-20211022020549-00212.warc.gz | 0.977299 | 1,049 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__261233159 | en | WASHINGTON Air Force weapons officers assigned to secure nuclear warheads failed on five occasions to examine a bundle of cruise missiles headed to a B-52 bomber in North Dakota, leading the plane's crew to unknowingly fly six nuclear-armed missiles across the country.
The Air Force said Friday it would punish 70 airmen involved in the accidental flight following an investigation that found widespread disregard for the rules on handling such munitions.
"There has been an erosion of adherence to weapons-handling standards at Minot Air Force Base and Barksdale Air Force Base," said Maj. Gen. Richard Newton, the Air Force deputy chief of staff for operations.
Newton was announcing the results of a six-week probe into the Aug. 29-30 incident in which the B-52 was inadvertently armed with six nuclear-tipped cruise missiles and flown from Minot in North Dakota to Barksdale in Louisiana without anyone noticing the mistake for more than a day.
That August flight, the first known incident in which the U.S. military lost track of its nuclear weapons since the dawn of the atomic age, lasted nearly three hours, until the bomber landed at Barksdale Air Force Base in northern Louisiana.
But according to an Air Force investigation presented to Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates on Friday, the nuclear weapons sat on a plane on the runway at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota for nearly 24 hours without ground crews noticing the warheads had been moved out of a secured shelter.
"This was an unacceptable mistake," Air Force Secretary Michael Wynne said at a Pentagon news conference. "We would really like to ensure it never happens again."
For decades, it has been military policy never to discuss the movement or deployment of the U.S. nuclear arsenal. But Wynne said the Aug. 30 accident was so serious that he ordered an exception to the policy so the mistakes could be made public.
On Aug. 29, crews in North Dakota were supposed to load 12 unarmed cruise missiles in two bundles under the wings of the B-52 to be taken to Louisiana to be decommissioned. But as a result of what the Air Force has ruled were five errors, six of the missiles contained nuclear warheads.
According to the investigation, the chain of errors began the day before the flight when Air Force officers failed to inspect five bundles of cruise missiles inside a secure nuclear weapons hangar at Minot. Some missiles in the hangar have nuclear warheads and some do not, while some have dummy warheads, officials said. An inspection would have revealed that one of the bundles contained six missiles with nuclear warheads, investigators said.
"They grabbed the wrong ones," said Maj. Gen. Richard Newton, the Air Force's deputy chief of staff in charge of operations.
After that, four other checks built into procedures for checking the weapons were ignored or overlooked, allowing the plane to take off Aug. 30 with crew members unaware that they were carrying enough destructive power to wipe out several U.S. cities.
A main reason for the error was that crews had decided not to follow a complex schedule under which the status of the missiles is tracked while they are disarmed, loaded, moved and so on, one official said on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak on the record.
The airmen replaced the schedule with their own "informal" system, he said, though he didn't say why they did that nor how long they had been doing it their own way.
Newton insisted that even though the nuclear missiles were hanging on the B-52's wings overnight without anyone knowing they were missing, the investigation found that the tarmac at Minot was secure enough that the military was never at risk of losing control of the warheads.
The cruise missiles were supposed to be transported to Barksdale without warheads as part of a treaty that requires the missiles to be mothballed. Newton said the warheads are normally taken out of the missiles in the Minot hangar before the missiles are assigned to a B-52 for transport.
The Air Force did not realize the warheads had been moved until airmen began taking them off the B-52 at Barksdale.
Newton declined to say what explanation the Minot airmen gave investigators for their repeated failure to check the warheads once they left the secured hangar, saying only that there was inattention and "an erosion of adherence to weapons-handling standards."
One Air Force officer familiar with the investigation noted that the flight occurred just before Labor Day weekend. Another official noted that until the Air Force was given the mission to mothball the cruise missiles earlier this year, it had not handled airborne nuclear weapons for more than a decade, meaning most of the airmen lacked experience with the procedures.
The Air Force has fired four colonels who oversaw aircraft and weapons operations at Minot and Barksdale, and other more junior personnel also had been disciplined, Newton said.
In addition, the wing has been "decertified from its wartime mission," Newton said.
The case has been handed over to a three-star general who will review the findings and determine whether any should face court-martial proceedings. | aerospace |
https://charislabs.com/charis-uas-announces-investment-from-world-renowned-drone-company-xm2-pursuit-to-accelerate-expansion-in-africa/ | 2024-04-12T15:25:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816024.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412132154-20240412162154-00528.warc.gz | 0.93246 | 837 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__195367308 | en | Charis UAS, Rwanda’s leading drone company, announced today that it has received a major investment from XM2 PURSUIT, a leading global provider of moving camera systems. The investment will be used to accelerate the expansion of its drone manufacturing and solutions across the African continent.
With the support of XM2 PURSUIT, Charis UAS will broaden its market reach and further cement its position as a leader in drone services in Africa and internationally. Eric Rutayisire Muziga, Founder and CEO of Charis UAS, welcomed the news, stating, “We are thrilled to work with a cutting-edge company such as XM2 PURSUIT. As a result of this investment, we plan to rapidly expand across the continent and build upon our current drone-based technological solutions and manufacturing services.”
Founded in 2014, Charis UAS became Rwanda’s first-ever licensed UAV company and obtained a distinct first-mover advantage within the rapidly developing drone industry in Africa. Through its advanced data analytics, the startup has supported multiple governments and private organizations in optimizing their business operations as well as creating a powerful social impact within their communities such as using drones to fight against malaria and advance local energy programs. With the launch of its first ever made-in-Rwanda drone in February 2020, Charis UAS has continued to break ground by positioning itself as Africa’s first commercial drone manufacturer.
Seeing Charis UAS’s strong track record within Africa, Aidan Kelly, COO of XM2 PURSUIT commented, “Whether its designing solutions, integrating workflows, utilizing automation or delivering data in meaningful ways, our investment into Charis UAS is part of our plan to partner with leaders in their field around the world, to unlock the true potential that aerial and remotely sensed data can provide.”
“Africa is rapidly adopting new technologies and open to new innovations,” said Charis UAS’s Eric Rutayisire Muziga, “Having the investment, support, and expertise of XM2 PURSUIT will help us execute our vision to support intelligent decision making and scale up the manufacturing of drones on the African continent. This will also create thousands of high skilled jobs for the youth on our beloved continent.”
About Charis UAS
Charis UAS is the leading drone company in Rwanda, offering cutting-edge drone data collection and aerial photography services to public and private enterprises within Africa. With over 60 years of aviation expertise, Charis UAS specializes in drone data solutions that deliver high quality results. Through providing high-quality aerial imagery and advanced data analytics, Charis UAS has allowed governments and multinational corporations across the continent to make hyper-informed decisions that improve crop production, advance energy programs, protect local environments, and even save lives.
Charis UAS has grown rapidly since it was founded in 2014, and now operates in five countries in Africa: Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. Visit charisuas.com for more information.
About XM2 PURSUIT
XM2 PURSUIT is a leading global provider of moving camera systems for film, TV, visual effects and commercials. Capable of capturing stunning, high-detail content from nearly any moving platform, XM2 PURSUIT combines experienced crew with the latest developments in engineering and film equipment. Deploying teams to some of the most challenging locations around the world, XM2 PURSUIT services projects of all sizes with bespoke, tailored solutions for every application.
XM2 PURSUIT designs solutions that fully integrate the best global technology, into complex workflows. Our expertise includes deploying aerial high spec sensors, such as LiDAR, hyper and multi-spectral, thermal, video and images. Partnering with leading software vendors we create 3D models, photogrammetry cataloguing and analyzing of our customer’s data sets.
This article first appears in The New Times of Rwanda | aerospace |
http://tasecs.com.tr/corporate/about-us | 2023-12-05T01:10:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100540.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205010358-20231205040358-00866.warc.gz | 0.946851 | 167 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__250237581 | en | TASECS is an engineering company that applies domestic and national technologies to the design, manufacture and testing of vital cabin pressure control systems and air conditioning systems for military and civil aircraft.
Our air conditioning systems are developed to control the temperature and pressure in the cockpit and passenger cabins and for cooling the avionic systems, and are specially designed and manufactured to suit the technical specifications of each aircraft. With its versatile engineering capabilities, specialist workforce and technological capabilities, TASECS contributes to the ending of foreign dependence in this field through the development of fully national systems.
TASECS was formed in 2019 for the purpose of designing and manufacturing air conditioning systems for military and civil aircraft through the use of national and original solutions. Our company is a 100% owned subsidiary of Turkish Aerospace Industries Inc. (TUSAŞ). | aerospace |
https://free-images.com/display/aircraft_easy_jet_jet.html | 2020-08-09T17:24:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439738562.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20200809162458-20200809192458-00226.warc.gz | 0.87412 | 92 | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__187422292 | en | It was marked as Public Domain or CC0 and is free to use. To verify, go to the source and check the information there.
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https://www.proactiveinvestors.com.au/companies/news/183403/sky-and-space-global-delivers-a-world-first-183403.html | 2018-12-17T14:49:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376828507.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20181217135323-20181217161323-00321.warc.gz | 0.955828 | 167 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__168293279 | en | The company has now successfully completed full capability tests for phone calls, instant message, voice recording and image transfers through its 3 Diamonds commercial demonstration nano-satellites.
This transmission operation has been completed on multiple testing runs over the past few days, using Sky and Space's proprietary smartphone application.
Sky and Space has therefore delivered a world first - as this is the first time that a voice call has been facilitated by nano-satellites and represents a breakthrough for the company and the telecoms and satellite industries.
Until recently, nano-satellites have been predominantly used for earth observation and imagery but with advancements in miniature space technology their capabilities have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years.
Sky and Space is the first company to successfully use narrowband connectivity provided by nano-satellites to deliver a voice call. | aerospace |
https://intorato.us/products/as03282-omega-speedmaster-professional | 2022-06-24T22:13:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103033816.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20220624213908-20220625003908-00219.warc.gz | 0.956777 | 610 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__188348308 | en | Our love of the Omega Speedmaster and it's (recently reintroduced) Cal. 321 is no secret. The problem? We are not alone in loving it, and finding an accessible 321 Speedy is becoming harder than ever.
This reference 145.012-67SP, however, may give the budget conscious Speedy hunter hope!
The 145.012-67SP is the last of the breed to utilize the Calibre .321 column wheel chronograph movement by Lemania, a Reference 145.012-67. With its characteristic applied-logo dial and "Dot Over 90" bezel, this example shows the signs of a life well lived. The bezel has taken on a beautiful fade to it, the dial has aged to a creamy yellow, and the hands have darkened from years of use.
Is this a perfect time-capsule Speedmaster? No - and that is exactly what makes it the perfect piece for somebody looking to finally add that .321 powered Speedy to their collection.
We all know the famous story of the Speedmaster and NASA.
Omega released the Speedmaster in 1957, in the midst of a craze for racing chronographs. The name "Speedmaster" followed the naming trend set by the Seamaster and Railmaster models, and was also a subtle nod to the innovative brushed stainless steel tachymeter bezel.
Who knows--had NASA not pinpointed the Speedmaster for use in manned spaceflight, perhaps it would only be regarded among the great racing chronographs like the Heuer Autavia or the Tudor Monte Carlo?
The fact that the Speedmaster came to be used by NASA is somewhat serendipitous. Since the dawn of military aviation, pilots had used chronographs to time their flights. When NASA developed their space program, the first astronauts were, as one can imagine, pilots. The Speedmaster was already known to NASA for its personal use by the astronauts: Wally Schirra wore his own Speedmaster, a Reference CK2998, aboard the Mercury-Atlas 8 in 1962, and Ed White donned his Reference 105.003-64 for America's first EVA (extra-vehicular activity) on June 3, 1965.
In 1965, NASA sent formal bids to twelve different brands whose chronographs the astronauts preferred for use in their flights. Chronographs from Breitling (already by then well-established for use in aviation), Rolex, and even a pocket-watch by Hamilton were considered by NASA. Ultimately a Rolex, a Wittnauer and an Omega made the final cut, but the Speedmaster won out and was found to be the most durable and suitable for use in the Apollo missions. The Speedmaster was one of the few pieces of equipment used by the astronauts that was not made specifically for NASA, but given the watch’s outstanding quality, it became the first wristwatch to be flight-qualified for NASA in manned space missions. | aerospace |
https://www.forumastronautico.it/t/curioso-comunicato-stampa-su-mgs/5441 | 2021-09-23T20:35:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780057447.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20210923195546-20210923225546-00649.warc.gz | 0.76372 | 307 | CC-MAIN-2021-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__57417762 | en | Dec. 4, 2006
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Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, Calif.
MEDIA ADVISORY: M06-186
NASA SCHEDULES BRIEFING TO ANNOUNCE SIGNIFICANT FIND ON MARS
WASHINGTON - NASA hosts a news briefing at 1 p.m. EST, Wednesday, Dec.
6, to present new science results from the Mars Global Surveyor. The
briefing will take place in the NASA Headquarters auditorium located
at 300 E Street, S.W. in Washington and carried live on NASA
Television and www.nasa.gov.
The agency last week announced the spacecraft’s mission may be at its
end. Mars Global Surveyor has served the longest and been the most
productive of any spacecraft ever sent to the red planet. Data
gathered from the mission will continue to be analyzed by scientists.
- Michael Meyer – Lead Scientist, Mars Exploration Program, NASA
- Michael Malin – President and Chief Scientist, Malin Space Science
Systems, San Diego, Calif.
- Kenneth Edgett – Scientist, Malin Space Science Systems
- Philip Christensen – Professor, Arizona State University, Tempe,
Reporters at participating agency field centers will be able to ask
questions. For more information about NASA TV streaming video,
downlink and schedule information, visit the web at:
For information about NASA and agency programs, visit: | aerospace |
https://www.osinto.com/sustainable-aviation | 2022-05-24T17:50:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662573189.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20220524173011-20220524203011-00066.warc.gz | 0.950351 | 605 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__21847752 | en | Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing or eVTOL aircraft herald perhaps the most significant development in aviation since the advent of the 'Jet Age'.
As NASA worked on Distributed Electric Propulsion demonstrators (DEP) electric multi-copter drones surged in popularity worldwide and electric vehicle companies continued to push battery and sensor technology to new heights.
This confluence of technologies has led dozens of companies to design and seek certification for larger eVTOL aircraft capable of carrying both cargo and passengers. With hundreds of billions in capital deployed by large industrial companies, Silicon Valley technologists and Venture Capital funds worldwide we're sure to see the first eVTOL aircraft certified for piloted operations somewhere in the world in 2020.
Work with us as we monitor this exciting new suite of technologies and see who's most likely to win the eVTOL race.
Whilst eVTOL aircraft seem set to revolutionise the movement of people and packages over distances up to c. 300km, current battery technology seems to lack the energy density required for medium and long-haul airliners to go electric immediately.
As with ground-based transportation hybrid powertrains are likely to bridge the gap between a fossil-fuel powered present and an all-electric future. The likes of Rolls-Royce have pioneered this approach in other industries for years and we're likely to see turbine generators powering electric propulsors in aircraft soon, as we've seen
in ships for some time.
The challenge for the aviation industry is to decouple flying from carbon emissions as the industry's impact on the environment is increasingly in the public eye - for long-haul passenger and cargo flights especially hybrid technologies are likely to be the gateway towards carbon neutrality as short-haul flights go fully electric and can be powered by electricity generated from renewable sources.
Almost every airline pilot started their flying career in a small fixed wing aircraft, most likely a Cessna 172 or something similar, at a flying school likely to be located on a small airfield filled with General Aviation (GA) aircraft.
Often overlooked as fights for control over airspace abound and property developers eye up large sites of open space for building houses and business parks, general aviation airfields and aircraft are an essential part of a healthy aviation ecosystem.
With noise complaints a constant problem and the price and carbon emissions from AvGas eroding the affordability and public acceptance of GA, electric propulsion seems like it might be the answer to many of these problems. Quieter than a piston engine and with the promise of more affordable and simple maintenance, electric training aircraft like Pipistrel's Alpha Electro also don't suffer from range anxiety as most of their activity is limited to circuit training - the time of the electric GA trainer has surely come?
SUSTAINABLE AVIATION NEWS
Read more about Electric Propulsion on the Osinto blog, and in the posts below. | aerospace |
https://stephanh.com/ | 2023-02-06T20:25:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500357.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20230206181343-20230206211343-00605.warc.gz | 0.887357 | 241 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__276337866 | en | ALL FLIGHT SUITS COLLECTION
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STEPHAN/H has created the Nomex flight suits, jackets and pants to meet fire safety regulations for flame resistant clothing.
The lightness of the Nomex fire resistant fabric is best suited to temperate and warmer climates.
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My STEPHAN/H flight suit feels sleek and form-fitting. It’s very clean and professional. Honestly, I like the overall presentation of the flight suit.
The design includes elements that allow for ventilation, freedom of movement and good storage. STEPHAN/H were able to source technical industrial materials that give great protection during flight, at the scene of potentially hazardous incidents, whist being comfortable to wear whilst undertaking tasks at the airbase
By far the most comfortable flight clothing I have ever worn. | aerospace |
http://www.zone-interdite.net/P/zone_7136.html | 2022-06-25T16:38:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103036077.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20220625160220-20220625190220-00463.warc.gz | 0.78002 | 255 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__142056979 | en | Country: United States Region: California
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Space Delta 4 (DEL 4) provides strategic and theater missile warning to the US and its International Partners.
- #7 Space Warning Squadron: (7 SWS) at Beale airbase, California, provides strategic missile warning and space domain awareness by operating and maintaining the Upgraded Early Warning Radar. 7 SWS also supports operation of the Long Range Discrimation Radar.
Other based units:
- ACC / 9th Recon WIng http://www.beale.af.mil/Library/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/279932/9th-reconnaissance-wing/ operating U-2 Dragon Lady; MC-12 Liberty and RQ-4 Global Hawk aircraft.
Search for 2. USSF / SD 4 / Beale airbase | aerospace |
https://denver.cbslocal.com/2015/02/06/united-airlines-considers-moving-out-of-denver/ | 2021-11-27T23:34:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964358323.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20211127223710-20211128013710-00084.warc.gz | 0.971226 | 96 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__122325525 | en | DENVER (CBS4) – United Airlines is considering moving its training center out of Denver.
The company uses flight simulators to train its pilots in the Stapleton neighborhood. The facility, at East 32nd Avenue and South Quebec Street, has been there since the 1950’s.
The airline said its 12,000 pilots use the facilities every nine months.
Now United is considering consolidating its three training centers, located in Denver, Houston and Chicago. | aerospace |
https://www.myjoyonline.com/starbow-receives-iata-operational-safety-audit-certification/ | 2021-03-01T16:40:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178362741.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20210301151825-20210301181825-00383.warc.gz | 0.93669 | 281 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__52430755 | en | Domestic airline Starbow has received an Operational Safety Audit Certification from the International Air Transport Association IATA in what is expected to boost the airline’s marketability.
The certification is an endorsement of the airline’s safety standards. It is considered a remarkable milestone in Starbow’s quest to maintain a safe and secure operational environment for its customers, staff and stakeholders.
The IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) is internationally recognized and accepted evaluation system designed to assess the operational management and control systems of an airline.
The IOSA audit covers all aspects of the airline’s operations affecting flight, safety, including maintenance and flight operation, ground handling, cargo transportation and company management.
“It has taken us about two and half years to achieve this standard” CEO of Starbow James Eric Antwi told Joy Business.
The journey for achieving IOSA started in 2013 when Starbow was privileged to be selected by IATA alongside 10 other African airlines to undergo an Implementation Training Programme in three hands-on workshops.
The workshops offered by IATA were based on the identification of IOSA gaps leading to the creation of an action plan by Starbow with accountabilities, timelines and measurements of progress and deliverables.
Starbow’s certification raises the airline’s appeal as an airline with high safety standards. | aerospace |
http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2012/11/allegiant_offers_nonstop_fligh.html | 2016-10-27T09:13:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-44/segments/1476988721174.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20161020183841-00462-ip-10-171-6-4.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.943633 | 111 | CC-MAIN-2016-44 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-44__0__141481894 | en | Allegiant airlines is offering nonstop flights twice weekly between Harrisburg International Airport and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. The flights operate Mondays and Fridays and the airline is offering one-way fares as low as $57 with advanced purchase.
The first flight leaves tonight at 8. It has about 100 passengers, HIA spokesman Scott Miller said.
To nab the $57 deal, the tickets must be purchased by April 16. For baggage fees, visit allegiant.com.
The airline is also offering nonstop flights to Orlando. | aerospace |
https://afresearchlab.com/lablife/successstories/afrl-tech-anechoic-chamber/ | 2024-02-28T16:38:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474737.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228143955-20240228173955-00531.warc.gz | 0.88973 | 118 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__41518579 | en | AFRL Tech: Anechoic Chamber
It’s quiet in here…almost too quiet. We showcase the sound deafening qualities of the Anechoic Chamber by inviting Ms. Sabra Tomb, a classically trained vocalist, to see how her voice reacts in AFRL’s Anechoic Chamber.
This Air Force Research Laboratory’s Anechoic Chamber is located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio. The Anechoic Chamber is fully isolated from the outside world, allowing for radio frequency testing. | aerospace |
http://airandspace.si.edu/collections/artifact.cfm?id=A19780163003 | 2016-06-29T11:08:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-26/segments/1466783397696.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20160624154957-00053-ip-10-164-35-72.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.853748 | 307 | CC-MAIN-2016-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-26__0__43588427 | en | Miscellaneous Parts, Aplications Technology Satellite 6 (ATS 6)
Applications Technology Satellite 6 (ATS 6), active from 1974-1979, was the last in the ATS series of experimental satellites sponsored by NASA to test new technologies in space communications. ATS-6 operated from geostationary orbit and contained nineteen communications and technology experiments. The Museum's artifact is a full-scale Thermal Structural Model used as an engineering tool during development of the actual satellite to analyze and design for the effects of launch vibration and the extreme temperatures of space.
These assorted components are parts of the satellite (such as the VHF antenna) or fixtures used in handling the satellite (the hanging bracket).
The Museum's artifact was transferred from NASA in 1978.
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Fairchild Aircraft Corporation
- SPACECRAFT-Unmanned-Parts & Structural Components
- Aluminum, Kapton (Polymide), Mylar (Polyester), Adhesive, Velcro, Paint, Steel, Aluminized Kapton, Paper,
- Nylon, Rubber (Silicone), Cadmium Plating, Acrylic (Plexiglas), Composite, Epoxy, Synthetic Fabric, Plastic, Phenolic Resin, Magnesium, Preservative Coating
- 96.25"x25.75"x17.0" (Crate 1 of 2- numerous parts) | aerospace |
https://thelivinglib.org/innovative-study-supports-asteroid-initiative-journey-to-mars/ | 2023-12-08T15:09:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100762.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208144732-20231208174732-00295.warc.gz | 0.914644 | 368 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__78670787 | en | David Steitz at NASA: “Innovation is a primary tool for problem solving at NASA. Whether creating new robotic spacecraft to explore asteroids or developing space habitats for our journey to Mars, innovative thinking is key to our success. NASA leads the federal government in cutting edge methods for conceptualizing and then executing America’s space exploration goals.
One example of NASA innovation is the agency’s work with the Expert and Citizen Assessment of Science and Technology (ECAST) Network. The ECAST group provided a citizen-focused, participatory technology assessment of NASA’s Asteroid Initiative, increasing public understanding of and engagement in the initiative while also providing the agency with new knowledge for use in planning our future missions.
“Participatory Exploration includes public engagement as we chart the course for future NASA activities, ranging from planetary defense to boots on Mars,” said Jason Kessler, program executive for NASA’s Asteroid Grand Challenge within the Office of the Chief Technologist at NASA Headquarters in Washington. “The innovative methodology for public engagement that the ECAST has given us opens new avenues for dialog directly with stakeholders across the nation, Americans who have and want to share their ideas with NASA on activities the agency is executing, now and in the future.”
In addition to formal “requests for information” or forums with industry for ideas, NASA employed ECAST to engage in a “participatory technology assessment,” an engagement model that seeks to improve the outcomes of science and technology decision-making through dialog with informed citizens. Participatory technology assessment involves engaging a group of non-experts who are representative of the general population but who—unlike political, academic, and industry stakeholders—who are often underrepresented in technology-related policymaking….(More)” | aerospace |
https://boston.cbslocal.com/2014/10/19/no-injuries-after-plane-makes-hard-landing-at-beverly-airport/ | 2021-05-07T09:44:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243988775.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20210507090724-20210507120724-00013.warc.gz | 0.907104 | 229 | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__115547712 | en | BEVERLY (CBS) — A small plane piloted by a student made a hard landing at Beverly Municipal Airport on Sunday afternoon after its landing gear collapsed, authorities said.
Fire officials said it did not appear there were any injuries and the two people on board were out walking around when emergency crews arrived at the scene.READ MORE: I-Team: High School Failure Rates In Massachusetts Jumped During Pandemic
The pilot of the twin-engine Piper PA-23 was practicing takeoffs and landing just after 3 p.m., the Federal Aviation Administration said.READ MORE: 'Had A Heart Of Gold': Construction Worker Killed In Newton Identified As Russell Harron
The fire department had been alerted to a possible problem with the plane before it landed, Beverly Fire Deputy Billy Walsh said.
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https://www.bqprime.com/markets/wipro-to-transform-cargo-management-of-worlds-largest-aviation-services-firm | 2023-03-31T10:27:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949598.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20230331082653-20230331112653-00203.warc.gz | 0.914252 | 396 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__164294232 | en | Wipro To Transform Cargo Management Of World's Largest Aviation Services Firm
Wipro’s new cargo handling software product will underpin Menzies Aviation’s cargo technology transformation.
Menzies Aviation Ltd., the world's largest aviation services company, has brought on board Wipro Ltd. to transform its air cargo management services.
The Bengaluru-based IT services firm has developed a new cargo handling product that will underpin Menzies' cargo technology transformation to boost efficiency through increased automation, according to a statement on Thursday.
"This agreement will enable end-to-end digitalisation of operations, process standardisation, consistent customer service and enhanced employee experience, which is hugely important in attracting a new generation of cargo professionals," said Robert Fordee, executive vice president of cargo at Menzies.
The software, which can integrate with customers' operating systems, also provides real-time tracking of cargo after a seamless and digitised documentation process.
The collaboration will leverage Wipro's technology as well as Menzies' cargo handling and management experience to deliver a product that will help revolutionise the air-cargo space, according to Omkar Nisal, managing director for U.K. and Ireland at Wipro. "It will also address the urgent need for improved efficiencies in the supply chain, driven by the tremendous growth in e-commerce business, while also improving processes in air cargo."
Menzies Aviation will be rolling out the product at five air cargo locations—Bucharest, Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland and Macau—by the end of 2023. A wider rollout across Menzies' global network is planned by the end of 2024.
On Thursday, shares of Wipro fell 0.60% to Rs 390.15 apiece on the BSE, even as the benchmark Sensex ended the day 0.90% lower at 59,806.28. | aerospace |
https://dailytrust.com/photos-nigerian-lawmakers-visit-us-company-manufacturing-aircraft-that-will-bomb-boko-haram/ | 2023-06-03T15:25:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224649293.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20230603133129-20230603163129-00552.warc.gz | 0.943113 | 171 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__157667139 | en | A delegation from the National Assembly has visited A-29 Super Tucano, the company which is manufacturing fighter jets for the Nigerian Air Force.
In 2018, President Muhammadu Buhari approved $469.4 million for the purchase of the aircraft to boost the fight against insecurity.
In a tweet, the Air Force said a NASS team visited the company to assess the progress work on the aircraft.
Earlier in the week, Godwin Emefiele, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), said the aircraft will land in Nigeria in August.
Below are pictures of the Nigerian lawmakers during the visit.
Nigerians can now earn US Dollars by acquiring premium domain names, most clients earn about $7,000 to $10,000, all paid in US Dollars. Click here to learn how to start. | aerospace |
https://100knots.com/cathay-pacific-apologized-after-passengers-accused-discrimination/ | 2024-04-16T13:39:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817095.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416124708-20240416154708-00138.warc.gz | 0.95003 | 4,053 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__158017149 | en | Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd., an established Hong Kong airline, was embroiled in an impasse after a passenger accused its flight attendants of discriminating against non-English speakers. The incident occurred on the CX987 aircraft from Chengdu to Hong Kong, and it prompted significant anxiety among passengers as well as condemnation from China's state media. Cathay Pacific issued an apology along with attempts to address the accusations while emphasizing its commitment to inclusiveness and diversity.
The airline sector serves as a bridge connecting individuals from all cultures and backgrounds in today's interconnected world. Effective communication and cultural comprehension are critical to providing travelers with an outstanding travel experience. However, situations do occur that demonstrate the difficulties that airlines have in maintaining seamless communication and inclusiveness.
Cathay Pacific's Response
Cathay Pacific Airways promptly issued an apology in response to the passenger's accusations, recognizing the seriousness of the situation. The airline acknowledged the predicament and apologized for any inconvenience caused to the passengers. Cathay Pacific reiterated its commitment to providing all passengers with an inclusive and courteous travel experience.
Criticism from China
The incident on Cathay Pacific Flight CX987 was not overlooked by China's state media. The airline was chastised in the media for "worshipping foreigners" and favoring English-speaking passengers over others. This criticism reflected a nationalistic mindset shared by some who believed foreign airlines were given preferential treatment.
Importance of Communication and Inclusivity
The aviation industry relies substantially on clear communication and inclusiveness. Airlines are responsible for making sure their passengers are valued, respected, and understood throughout the duration of their trip. The Cathay Pacific incident serves as a reminder of the need for excellent communication between airline personnel and passengers, regardless of language ability.
The incident on Cathay Pacific Airways' CX987 flight brought to light the issue of non-English speakers being discriminated against. The airline's prompt response, which included an apology and a pledge to inclusiveness, illustrates its commitment to dealing with similar situations and fostering a courteous travel experience. However, this particular incident illustrates the difficulties that airlines encounter while developing good communication and cultural sensitivity.
With Inputs from Reuters
Lufthansa, the German flag carrier, and a Star Alliance member, is expanding its aircraft order book by acquiring four additional twin-engine Airbus A350-900 widebodies. This decision consolidates Lufthansa's position as the A350-900's third-largest customer, demonstrating the airline's commitment to fleet development and technological advancement.
Lufthansa's Aircraft Order
Lufthansa's decision to add four more Airbus A350-900s to its fleet reflects the airline's faith in the aircraft. The A350-900 has already proven to be an effective addition to Lufthansa's fleet, offering significant benefits in terms of fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and range. Lufthansa intends to strengthen its competitive position and provide a better travel experience to its customers by expanding its A350-900 fleet.
The Lufthansa Group acquires an additional four ultramodern Airbus A350-900 long-haul aircraft. The aircraft will be acquired from Deucalion Aviation Limited and delivered to the Group within the year. Lufthansa currently operates 21 Airbus A350-900s, alongside five additional A350-900s and ten A350-1000s slated as recently as March 2023. Lufthansa has 38 definite orders for this extremely efficient Airbus long-haul aircraft, making it the third-largest Airbus A350 customer in the world.
The Benefits of the Airbus A350-900
The Airbus A350-900 has various features that make it an appealing option for airlines such as Lufthansa. First and foremost, the A350-900's fuel economy decreases operating expenses substantially, making it an ecologically beneficial alternative. Furthermore, its sophisticated aerodynamics and unique design contribute to a quieter and smoother flight, ensuring passengers have a comfortable experience. The aircraft's capacious interior, contemporary amenities, and sophisticated in-flight entertainment systems elevate the passenger experience even more. Furthermore, Lufthansa's long-haul capabilities and exceptional range enable it to connect with additional locations while expanding its global network.
Implications for Lufthansa's Operations
Lufthansa's A350-900 fleet expansion has substantial ramifications for the airline's operations. With more of these cutting-edge aircraft at its disposal, Lufthansa will be able to boost capacity on popular routes and perhaps add new destinations to its network. The improved passenger experience provided by the A350-900 will boost customer satisfaction, enhancing Lufthansa's position as a premium airline. Furthermore, the efficiency advantages from the A350-900's fuel economy will benefit Lufthansa's profitability and competitiveness.
Position of Lufthansa in the Market
Lufthansa consolidates its position as the third-largest client of the Airbus A350-900 with this further aircraft purchase. This demonstrates the airline's dedication to modernizing its fleet and adapting to shifting marketplace conditions. The A350-900's outstanding performance and Lufthansa's support of this variant further cement Airbus's reputation as a leading manufacturer in the aviation industry.
The recent acquisition of an additional four Airbus A350-900 widebodies by Lufthansa demonstrates the airline's commitment to expansion and technological advancement. Lufthansa ensures that its fleet remains at the cutting edge of aviation technology by investing in the A350-900, allowing the airline to provide a greater travel experience to its passengers. The larger fleet will allow Lufthansa to extend its network, improve capacity, and strengthen its market position.
FAA Issues AD for LEAP 1-A Engine Used in A320Neo Due to Manufacturing Defects
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States has issued an airworthiness directive (AD) pertaining to all CFM International LEAP 1-A engines, which are utilized solely in the Airbus A320neo series of aircraft. The directive was issued in reaction to the discovery of certain engine parts fabricated using materials that had reduced properties owing to iron inclusion.
The Airworthiness Directive of the FAA
The FAA has issued an airworthiness directive in response to the reported issues with CFM International LEAP 1-A engines. An airworthiness directive is a regulatory instrument that informs aircraft operators of mandated activities that must be taken to address safety concerns. The directive contains precise instructions, inspections, changes, or repairs that operators must perform to maintain their aircraft's ongoing airworthiness.
To ensure the safety and airworthiness of aircraft and their components, the aviation industry significantly relies on regulatory authorities such as the FAA. The issuing of an AD indicates a potential issue that must be handled as soon as possible to ensure the safety of activities. The FAA has taken pre-emptive efforts to limit potential risks connected with the use of specific engine parts, in the instance of CFM International LEAP 1-A engines used on Airbus A320neo aircraft. The lists include certain high-pressure turbine (HPT) rotor stage 1 discs (HPT stage 1 discs), front outer seals, and compressor rotor stages 6-10 spools of the LEAP 1-A engines.
To address the problem, the FAA has ordered operators to replace the three affected parts, which impacts 38 engines installed on aircraft registered in the US. According to the agency’s estimates, replacing the HPT stage 1 disk (a total of 38 affected parts) will cost $216,315 per product ($680 labor and $215,635 in parts), the forward outer seal (24 affected parts) will cost $48,180 per engine ($680 labor and $47,500 in parts), and the compressor rotor stages 6-10 spool (15 affected parts) will set back operators $38,340 per engine ($680 labor and $37,660 in parts). All costs related to parts were estimated on a pro-rated basis. The AD, which was issued on May 19, 2023, is scheduled to come into effect on June 23, 2023.
Impact on Airbus A320neo Operators
The FAA's airworthiness directive has a direct impact on airlines operating Airbus A320neo aircraft powered by CFM International LEAP 1-A engines. To maintain the ongoing airworthiness of their aircraft, operators must follow the directive's instructions and requirements within a specific timeframe, in this case, June 23rd.
Passenger Awareness and Customer Communication
Airlines that operate Airbus A320neo aircraft powered by CFM International LEAP 1-A engines understand the significance of adequately explaining the airworthiness requirement to their customers. Maintaining passengers' trust and keeping them informed about any potential impact on their travel arrangements requires open and honest communication.
The US FAA's airworthiness directive for CFM International LEAP 1-A engines on Airbus A320neo aircraft underscores the company's dedication to aviation safety and continual progress. This directive intends to fix reported concerns, manage hazards, and ensure the engines' and aircraft's ongoing airworthiness.
With Inputs from AeroTime
FlyArystan Launches Flights To India; Kazakhstan Introduces Visa Free Travel For Indians
The Government of Kazakhstan has cancelled visa fees for Indian tourists for two weeks, and Kazakhstan's low-cost carrier (LCC) FlyArystan, has also launched flights from Delhi to Shymkent in Kazakhstan. Low-cost carrier FlyArystan (Air Astana Group) made the first flight between India and Kazakhstan. The flight on the Delhi-Shymkent route was carried out on Monday, May 22.
Having announced its plans to operate the route just last month, the airline will initially fly twice weekly between the two cities. Flying on Mondays and Thursdays, the flight is flown by one of the airline's fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft. Each FlyArystan aircraft seats 180 passengers in an all-economy class layout.
With the inception of this new route, Delhi becomes FlyArystan's 8th international destination. The airline already has flights to Istanbul and Ankara in Turkey, Kutaisi in Georgia, Baku in Azerbaijan, Samarkand in Uzbekistan, Yerevan in Armenia, and Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan.
The new service is scheduled to take just under three hours to fly the 1,669 km route. The aircraft operating the inaugural flight KC7469 (an A320neo registered EI-KBR) departed Shymkent Airport (CIT) 14 minutes late at 03:34 and arrived at Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in Delhi at 06:08. 17 minutes ahead of schedule.
FlyArystan sees enormous potential for growth between Kazakhstan and India and is promoting the new service in both markets. The airline is keen to highlight that its new route will allow Kazakh citizens to visit the capital city of India in less than three hours for various purposes, including education, cultural enrichment, medical treatment, and tourism.
Kazakhstan Cancels Visa Fees
As the Government of Kazakhstan cancelled visa fees for Indian tourists for a 14-day visit in Kazakhstan, airline company FlyArystan is very hopeful that tourists will visit for their vacation.
Since the cancellation of the visa regime for Indian citizens to enter Kazakhstan, the flow of tourists has increased significantly; therefore, we decided to fill the need of passengers to travel between countries pursuing our main goal - providing affordable, convenient, and high-quality air transportation options," Pom Komutanont, Senior Director Operations of FlyArystan said. Kazakhstan's low-cost carrier has also announced their fare for one-way flights between two major metros, which starts from USD 55.
About the Kazakh Carrier
FlyArystan is the first Kazakh low-cost carrier that started its operations in May 2019. The carrier's fleet consists of 14 Airbus A320 aircraft with an average age of 7 years and received its first new factory fresh A320neo aircraft in September last year. It is worth noting that four aircraft were received directly from the manufacturer's factory. By the end of 2023, FlyArystan plans to expand its fleet to 19 aircraft, including new aircraft. The airline company is planning to make Kazakhstan a gateway to the European market for Indian passengers.
Since commencing operations in 2018, the low-cost airline has gone from strength to strength. 2022 was a particularly strong one for the airline, in which it flew three million passengers on over 20,000 flights. It flew 6% more passengers last year than it did in 2021 and also has an average load factor of 87%.
Niceair, a small virtual airline, has earned prominence in recent months for its ambitious objective of linking European cities such as Copenhagen and Tenerife straight to the magnificent northern Icelandic resort of Akureyri. Nonetheless, despite a promising start, Niceair has encountered substantial challenges along the way.
Niceair emerged as a visionary airline with an exclusive emphasis on bridging the gap between major European destinations and Akureyri's appealing attractions. The airline's objective was to present passengers with convenient and efficient flights, ensuring a seamless experience from departure to arrival. Niceair quickly earned prominence among travel enthusiasts looking for a new adventure due to its commitment to customer satisfaction and exceptional service.
Connecting European cities with Akureyri
Niceair's distinctive route network sought to connect major European cities with the breathtaking panoramas of northern Iceland. The airline perceived Akureyri's untapped potential as a hidden gem rich in natural beauty and cultural legacy. Niceair aims to harness the actual potential of Akureyri as a prime vacation destination by operating flights from key European destinations.
Niceair operated a single Airbus A319-100 in 9H-XFW, operated by Hi Fly Malta, and Hi Fly Malta operated the 150-seat A319 on Niceair's behalf with aircrew attired in Niceair uniforms. Niceair has been unable to procure a replacement aircraft since April 7 due to Hi Fly Malta's failure to adhere to its payment schedule. Niceair's CEO, Þorvaldur Lúðvík Sigurjónsson, stated in early May that the airline was looking for alternatives to resume flights in time for the summer season and was in discussions with several capacity sources.
Payment Issues and Aircraft Replacement Complications
Niceair experienced a major setback because Hi Fly Malta failed to adhere to the agreed-upon payment schedule. Because of this financial lapse, Niceair was unable to procure a replacement aircraft after April 7, when the A319-100 was no longer accessible for operations. The unexpected turn of events placed Niceair in a difficult situation, as it faced flight interruptions and the dismay of tourists anxious to experience Akureyri.
Niceair's path has been distinguished by ambition, perseverance, and unexpected challenges. While the airline has faced obstacles as a result of Hi Fly Malta's refusal to satisfy payment commitments and deliver a replacement aircraft, it is still looking for ways to resume operations. Niceair is dedicated to overcoming these obstacles and providing customers seeking the stunning beauty of Akureyri with flawless travel experiences.
With Inputs from Ch-aviation
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has grounded the entire fleet of MiG-21 fighter aircraft till the checks are carried out and investigations into the reasons behind the crash over Rajasthan earlier this month are ascertained. Three people lost their lives in the crash when a MiG-21 Bison aircraft airborne from the Suratgarh air base crashed over Hanumangarh in a village on May 8.
"The MiG-21 fleet has been grounded till the investigations are carried out and reasons for the crash are ascertained," senior defence officials said.
The MiG-21 aircraft variants started getting inducted into the Indian Air Force over five decades and are on the verge of being phased out. There are only three MiG-21 squadrons with a total of around 50 aircraft operating in the IAF and all of them will be phased out by the early part of 2025.
When it met with an accident, the fighter jet that crashed over Rajasthan was on a routine training sortie. The pilot suffered minor injuries after which an inquiry had been launched to probe the exact cause of the crash.
The IAF has 31 combat aircraft squadrons including three of the MiG-21 Bison variant. The MIG-21 was inducted into the IAF in the 1960s, and 800 fighter variants have been in service to boost its overall combat prowess.
History of the Deadly Aircraft
The Soviet-origin aircraft has played a significant role in the Indian Air Force's operations for the past 60 years, participating in various missions including the 1971 Bangladesh war, the 1999 Kargil conflict, and the recent air duel following the Balakot airstrike.
However, considering the tragic event and the need for safety, the IAF hasdecidedn to ground its remaining MiG-21 fleet. A spate of crashes, many of them fatal, prompted the Indian Air Force last year to announce that it will phase out the MiG-21 Bisons by 2025, having ostensibly been unable to do sotoo maintain an adequate number of combat aircraft in service.
The IAF retired MiG-21 Bisons at the Srinagar-based No. 51 squadron, which is also known as “Sword Arms,” last September. Of the 874 MiG-21s inducted, more than 60% were licence-produced in India. The officials said that more MiG-21s have crashed than any other fighter because they formed the bulk of the fighter aircraft in the IAF’s inventory for a long time. IAF has had to keep its MiG-21 fleet flying longer than it would have liked because of the delay in the induction of new fighters.
The aircraft has gained unfortunate monikers like the "widow-maker" or the "flying coffin" due to a history of accidents since its induction into the IAF in the 1960s. With over 400 MiG-21 crashes in the last 60 years, the toll includes the lives of more than 200 pilots and 60 civilians.
The planes have been grounded at a time when most of the military’s advanced light helicopters (ALHs) are also grounded for comprehensive checks after a string of recent incidents including the crash-landing of an army helicopter in Jammu & Kashmir’s Kishtwar on May 4 in which a soldier was killed, and two pilots were injured. The Army, IAF, Navy, and Coast Guard operate more than 330 ALHs.
Future Fighter Jets For IAF
The crash rate of the MiG-21 has been a cause of concern in recent times as many of them have met with accidents. The IAF is also looking at the induction of indigenous aircraft including the LCA Mark 1A and LCA Mark 2 along with the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft.
In February 2021, the government sealed a Rs 48,000 crore deal with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to procure 83 Tejas jets. The IAF has already procured 36 Rafale jets to enhance its combat capabilities. The Air Force is also in the process of acquiring 114 Medium Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA). | aerospace |
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/galleries/most-scenic-airport-approaches-best-airports-to-land-at/airport2n/ | 2018-12-13T12:55:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376824822.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20181213123823-20181213145323-00063.warc.gz | 0.906067 | 68 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__238005613 | en | 9. Barra, Scotland
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http://northridge.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/rocketdyne-rocket-engine-moving-from-canoga-to-chatsworth | 2013-12-08T22:21:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386163824647/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204133024-00060-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.960322 | 126 | CC-MAIN-2013-48 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-48__0__178002678 | en | according to the Daily News.A massive unused engine similar to the ones used to launch Apollo mission rockets into space is being moved from its longtime Canoga Park home to Chatsworth this week,
The Saturn V engine, which weighs 18,400-pound, belongs to Aerojet Rocketdyne, but the company has been sold and the new owners are looking to close the Canoga Park office.
A 3.3-mile haul will eventually bring the engine to Chatsworth's Aerojet Rocketdyne location.
The company was bought by GenCorp for $500 million.
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https://www.traveltheworldwith.us/avgeek-news/airlines/australia-new-zealand/2023-will-see-virgin-australia-fly-to-tokyo-haneda-airport/ | 2023-11-30T04:47:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100164.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130031610-20231130061610-00388.warc.gz | 0.903494 | 523 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__132797310 | en | Big news for Australian airline Virgin Australia. Summer 2023 will see the Aussie carrier touchdown in Tokyo Haneda International Airport. Let’s find out about this latest addition to the airline’s route network and what the flight schedule will look like.
About The Virgin Australia Tokyo Haneda Flight
Virgin Australia plans to start operations between Cairns and Tokyo Haneda on June 28 2023. The estimated block flight time for this flight is approximately 7 hours 45 minutes. The flight will operate under flight number VA77 and will connect the two cities as follows:
VA will fly the route using one its Boeing 737-800s in a 3 class configuration:
- Business Class
- Economy X (Extra leg room)
- Economy Class
Why Flight VA77 Will Operate From Cairns
The flight will not operate out of one of Australia’s major airports, such as Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne. It will fly out of the smaller airport of Cairns.
The reason for this, in my opinion, has to do with the city’s position and the range of the aircrafts in Virgin Australia’s fleet. Here’s why:
- Cairns is located on the northern coast of Queensland, one of the most northernly cities in the country. This reduces the distance the Virgin Australia planes will have to fly to make to to Tokyo.
- Tokyo Haneda’s Airport is approximately 5800km away from Cairns which puts the city just within range for Virgin’s 737-800 planes.
Having the flight depart from any other airport in Australia would put Tokyo out of range for this particular aircraft type. So clearly the airline didn’t have many other options with its current fleet.
Connection Focused Operations
Although flight VA77 departs from Cairns Airport, it is also catered to serve clientele in Australia’s east coast major cities. This is the reason why departure and arrivali times of this flight were chosen to make connections possibile.
This is clearly something Virgin Australia will be trying to incentivise as is seen in the launch sale prices. VA’s launch special (return) prices include connecting options such as:
- Brisbane – Cairns – Tokyo starting at 749$ AUD
- Sydney – Cairns – Tokyo starting at 749$ AUD
- Melbourne – Cairns – Tokyo starting at 749$ AUD
Prices for a return trip originating from Cairns start from 699$ AUD. | aerospace |
http://www.tripbadger.com/contract-carriage/ | 2017-04-30T18:39:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917125841.92/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031205-00190-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.931084 | 303 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__104868772 | en | Contract of Carriage Example
These are the rules and conditions of your airline ticket. An excerpt from Delta’s policy is below. Please keep in mind that each airline’s specific rules are different, but all contracts of carriage must comply with the federal regulation concerning compensation for denied boarding on overbooked flights.
In the event of flight cancellation, diversion, delays of greater than 90 minutes, or delays that will cause a passenger to miss connections, Delta will (at passenger’s request) cancel the remaining ticket and refund the unused portion of the ticket and unused ancillary fees in the original form of payment in accordance with Rule 260 of these conditions of carriage. If the passenger does not request a refund and cancellation of the ticket, Delta will transport the passenger to the destination on Delta’s next flight on which seats are available in the class of service originally purchased. At Delta’s sole discretion and if acceptable to the passenger, Delta may arrange for the passenger to travel on another carrier or via ground transportation. If acceptable to the passenger, Delta will provide transportation in a lower class of service, in which case the passenger may be entitled to a partial refund. If space on the next available flight is available only in a higher class of service than purchased, Delta will transport the passenger on the flight, although Delta reserves the right to upgrade other passengers on the flight according to its upgrade priority policy to make space in the class of service originally purchased.
Other contracts of carriage: | aerospace |
https://aiinject.com/a-self-docking-spacecraft-can-be-built-with-an-ai-system-similar-to-chat-gpt/ | 2024-04-19T11:31:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817398.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419110125-20240419140125-00576.warc.gz | 0.948234 | 482 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__202810095 | en | Docking one spacecraft with another is a delicate matter. No matter which spacecraft is involved, docking requires a series of highly precise maneuvers. A slip could result in a major accident and catastrophic mission failure.
Predictably, docking without a human in the pilot’s seat is incredibly difficult. Automatic docking It is possible in Earth orbit, but if engineers really want to build autonomous spacecraft capable of docking procedures, they’ll need to give them the ability to plan their own docking maneuvers. Most spacecraft today do not have this capability. But some researchers have come up with a plan: delegate the task to an artificial intelligence system like the one behind ChatGPT.
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Researchers have been experimenting with docking computers since the 1960s, during the early days of the space age. However, the problem has been that to correctly calculate the speed necessary for accurate docking, you need a lot of computing power. A spacecraft attempting to distance itself from Earth, or a spacecraft out of reliable contact with ground control, needs to crunch the numbers with its onboard computer — usually a supercomputer. It doesn’t happen.
“For autonomy to work billions of miles away in space without fail, we have to do it in a way that the onboard computers can handle,” he says. Simone D’AmicoProfessor of Aeronautics and one of the researchers at Stanford University Statement.
D’Amico and colleagues devised an alternative, artificial intelligence-based approach. Their method relies on transformer architecture. It’s the same type of machine learning that powers ChatGPT and many of its fellow AI chatbots. The researchers call it the “autonomous rendezvous transformer,” or ART. Instead of dealing with words like ChatGPT does, however, ART slows the spacecraft down.
The goal is for the spacecraft to run ART with its onboard hardware. It’s still early days for ART, but researchers have demonstrated its value by testing it in computer simulations. Now, they want to test it in a simulated space environment. If they can show it works there, they can get ART into orbit.
The researchers presented. Their work at the IEEE Aerospace Conference in March 2023, after a preprint was published on arxiv in October 2023. | aerospace |
https://www.obsidian.global/copy-of-news | 2024-04-21T14:46:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817780.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421132819-20240421162819-00209.warc.gz | 0.887794 | 226 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__28938224 | en | Stay up to date with Obsidian.
Obsidian Global LLC. awarded Cyber Defense Task order supporting the United States Air Force’s Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) radar system.
September 21, 2021, Tinker AFB, OK- Obsidian was awarded a 5 year Task Order to provide Communications and Cyber Defense support to the 552 Air Control Wing (ACW) and the 552 Air Network Squadron (ACNS) out of Tinker AFB, OK.
The 552 ACW is responsible for the operation, maintenance, logistics, training, and combat support of E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft and Control and Reporting Centers (CRCs). The wing provides combat-ready theater battle management forces and mobile command control, and communications radar elements at the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. It deploys, operates and supports these forces worldwide ensuring combat capability for all peacetime and contingency operations. Obsidian will provide Systems Administration, Cyber Security, and System Auditing for the 552 ACW/ACNS. | aerospace |
http://www.my2wings.com/club-goals | 2017-04-24T17:08:01 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917119642.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031159-00286-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.947826 | 78 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__95966273 | en | These goals were adopted by the MAA in 1992.
- To build and maintain a world class flying site.
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https://aircosmosinternational.com/article/mbda-brimstone-missiles-for-protector-rpa-376 | 2024-02-24T02:03:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474482.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224012912-20240224042912-00741.warc.gz | 0.917242 | 326 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__140435558 | en | MBDA has received a contract for the integration of the Brimstone missile onto RAF Protector RG Mk1 remotely piloted aircraft.
As expected, MBDA has received a contract for the integration of the Brimstone high-precision strike missile onto the Royal Air Force’s Protector RG Mk1 remotely piloted aircraft developed and manufactured by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
The Brimstone-armed Protector RG Mk1 will be designed to provide key new capabilities to the Royal Air Force’s intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR) force, allowing engagement with high-speed moving and manoeuvring targets (including maritime fast attack craft for the first time). The Protector RG Mk1 can carry three lightweight Brimstones per weapon station, and so offers a much higher loadout than the Reaper platform it will replace.
Integration of Brimstone onto Protector RG Mk1 — the weaponised version of MQ-9B SkyGuardian — follows a series of successful firing trials of Brimstone from the Reaper/Predator B aircraft in the United States that demonstrated the advancement in performance that Brimstone offers. Brimstone integration will be completed in time for the entry to service of the aircraft with the RAF.
Earlier in 2018, the UK MoD announced a £400m contract with MBDA for the capability sustainment programme (CSP) of Brimstone missile, to build new missiles and extend this missile's service life beyond 2030.
Brimstone will also be carried by RAF Typhoon fighter aircraft and British Army Apache attack helicopters. | aerospace |
https://www.boeing.com/news/frontiers/archive/2002/december/mainfeature.html | 2023-12-08T12:06:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100745.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208112926-20231208142926-00070.warc.gz | 0.954311 | 3,038 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__264112287 | en | BY MAUREEN JENKINS
In China, long-standing relationships and old friendships—whether among families or corporations or governments—make all the difference. Because in the end, people do business with people—and companies—they like. Respect. And trust.
And for the past 30 years, Boeing and China have developed a mutually beneficial partnership, one that's withstood changing political environments and seismic economic shifts. And it's a solid partnership that Boeing Commercial Airplanes—as well as newer company business units such as Air Traffic Management—hope to continue well into the future.
Over the years, Boeing's friendship has translated into ardent support for China's accession to the World Trade Organization, a goal achieved in 2001. This trade status has been monumental for the People's Republic and for Boeing, the United States' largest exporter.
''Having China as part of the world trade system. Operating on the same basic rule set, moving their economy to be in concurrence with that rule set, and developing a rule of law are all major attributes of their ability to be part of a robust world economy,'' said Boeing Chairman and CEO Phil Condit.
On Dec. 3, Commercial Airplanes hosted a 30th anniversary celebration dinner in Beijing in honor of the past three decades. Former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger —who made a historic secret visit to China back in 1971—attended the event, as well as Washington Gov. Gary Locke and about 150 Chinese government officials, airline customers and industrial partners. Paying homage to the past, Boeing management presented Chinese leaders with a painting that depicts past and present Boeing chairmen and Chinese officials interacting with each other. And in a nod to the future, Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Alan Mulally introduced David Wang as the newly appointed president of Boeing-China.
''David Wang has an impressive combination of country and business expertise that makes him well-qualified to lead our endeavors in China,'' said Mulally. ''As we continue to work closely with the Chinese aviation authorities, Chinese airlines, and many Chinese industries and communities toward common goals, together we can achieve many accomplishments that will last beyond the next thirty years.''
The company calls it ''working together.'' Chinese aviation leaders have termed it a ''profound friendship.'' But whatever it's called, this 30-year relationship has paid dividends for both sides—and in ways that go far beyond the exchange of dollars and delivery of metal.
* * *
The year was 1972. In February, U.S. President Richard M. Nixon took a groundbreaking trip on Air Force One—then a Boeing 707—which would prove instrumental to Boeing's future relationship with the People's Republic of China. During the trip, Nixon met with Chairman Mao Tse-tung and Premier Chou En-Lai and visited several Chinese cities. That same year, the Civil Aviation Administration of China ordered 10 new 707s, beginning the shift from a largely Soviet-built commercial fleet to a Western one—and establishing the governmentrun CAAC as a major player in aviation.
From the start, a partnership between the Seattle-based airplane maker and China emerged. As the first Chinese 707s were taking shape, the CAAC sent members of its technical staff to Puget Sound for training. By the time Boeing delivered the first airplane in May 1973, the CAAC and Boeing had discovered the value of what's come to be known as ''working together.''
''China had few commercial airplanes, airports and supporting infrastructure in 1972 when they ordered their first Boeing 707s,'' said Fred Howard, the newly appointed vice president of Commercial Airplanes Asia/Pacific Sales who headed Boeing- China for the past three years. ''It was in our mutual [interest] to help accelerate the development of this infrastructure. This enabled Boeing to deliver airplanes sooner.''
Even back then, said Larry Dickenson, Senior Vice President–Sales for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, ''the company exhibited great vision, seeing the potential of this vast market. We like to say, 'Boeing went to China in February 1972 with President Nixon and Dr. Kissinger on Air Force One.'''
In 1976, the CAAC ordered 747s—and three years later, then-Chinese Premier Deng Xiaoping visited 747 and 737 assembly plants in Everett and Renton, Wash. The landscape was starting to shift, as China and the United States formally established diplomatic relations in 1979 and Deng Xiaoping began transforming his nation's economy, making it a worldwide force. The previously closed economy began growing at an amazing rate, and its aviation needs expanded simultaneously.
Again, the importance of relationships took center stage. As it would continue to do into the future, Boeing went to bat on its partner's behalf, lobbying for ''Most Favored Nation'' trade status for China, which ensured the country equal commercial opportunities with the United States, especially concerning import duties and freedom of investment.
This led to further development of the country's aviation industry—and the delivery of the first Boeing 747 in 1980.
* * *
Over the past three decades, Boeing and China have teamed up to develop the country's aviation infrastructure. In the mid-'80s, for example, the Civil Aviation Institute in Tianjin and Boeing created training programs for maintenance technicians. In order to facilitate repairs, Boeing helped develop the Beijing Capital Airport Spares Center. And Boeing, the CAAC, and the Aviation Industries of China joined forces to begin intensive training of pilots, technicians and support staff.
Increased growth of Chinese airlines— and the number and frequency of their flights—led to greater demands on the country's air traffic system. Between 1990 and 2001, Boeing invested more than $300 million to help China—one of its largest customers—develop and expand its air transportation system. The company also used its experience to help the CAAC draft its federal aviation regulations.
''As the system grows,'' said Dickenson, who formerly served as Asia/Pacific vice president for Boeing Commercial Airplanes Group, ''if they don't have the infrastructure, they can't take the airplanes.''
Today, he said, Boeing has about 70 percent of the commercial airplane market in China, with European-based Airbus holding about 20 percent. Airlines based in the People's Republic currently fly nearly 400 Boeing airplanes—and the CAAC has announced plans to replace its aging jets.
''Business is done very much on the relationship you've established with people,'' said Barbara Beyer, president of AVMARK, a global aviation consulting firm. She believes Boeing's 30-year commercial aviation history with the People's Republic of China puts the company in good position to benefit from the massive growth forecast for this nation's economy, ''just simply because the relationship has been established for so long. And stability is very important.
''If the Chinese are happy with the relationship with Boeing,'' said Beyer, who in 1988 opened AVMARK's first Asian office in Hong Kong, ''they'll continue to buy the product. They know the product; they know the salespeople.''
And while the world economy is expanding at about 3 percent annually, Chinese officials said theirs is speeding along at about 8 percent.
''If you apply that economic growth to a population of more than 1.3 billion,'' Dickenson said, ''you can speculate there's a huge market out there, and indeed there is.''
AVMARK senior consultant and Avmark Aviation Economist associate editor Daniel Solon believes ''the commercial aviation sector is likely to be one of the better growth sectors within the Chinese economy … over the next 10-plus years.
''The physical expanse of China, its rugged terrain in many regions, and the absence (de facto) of an extensive road and rail system mean that the national dependence on air transport can only continue and grow for quite some years to come,'' he said. China is currently the world's second largest domestic air cargo market after the United States, with an expected 10.3 percent annual growth.
Boeing's ''2002 China Current Market Outlook'' recently forecast that the world's most populous nation will need more than 1,900 jetliners over the next 20 years. Boeing projects that during this time, China's air traffic market, which is growing at 7.6 percent each year, will be the largest commercial aviation market outside the United States. Boeing expects the nation to be a key driver in the world's overall air cargo traffic growth.
Obviously, China—a country that contains about one-fifth of the world's total population—is a prize customer for any global corporation.
''Because we have been working with the Chinese for 30 years,'' Dickenson said, ''we're uniquely positioned to be part of the economic growth in China.''
* * *
Old friendships, as well as business partnerships, are two-way streets. China's embrace of Boeing airplanes—and normalized relations between the United States and the People's Republic—helped bring Chinese aviation suppliers into the global manufacturing mix. Today, said Boeing Chairman and CEO Phil Condit, about 3,000 Boeing airplanes are currently flying with major parts and assemblies produced in China.
''The Boeing strategy is based on mutual benefits for China and Boeing,'' Howard said. ''One of our commitments was to help develop the commercial aviation industry. This has allowed Boeing to garner market share and help develop value-based suppliers.''
Adopting many of the Lean manufacturing practices companies around the world use, Chinese-owned factories such as the Xi'an Aircraft Company currently supply vertical fins for the 737 and trailing edge ribs for the 747. The Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, in another example, builds 757 cargo doors, 737 tail section parts, and 717 engine parts.
Condit currently serves as chairman of the United States-China Business Council, which is composed of American companies that engage in trade and investment with the People's Republic. Back in 1973, Boeing became a founding member of the Council. Condit believes that Boeing's familiarity with China—and with doing business in this nation—helped make the case for the country's accession to Most Favored Nation trade status, first to the U.S. Congress and then to the WTO.
''With China's accession to the WTO, we will be able to work even more closely to strengthen the aviation infrastructure of this great country,'' said Mulally. ''Once that infrastructure is firmly in place, China will become a formidable economic power. I look forward to the day when Boeing employees can say, 'We had the honor of being a part of that.'''
* * *
Earlier this year, Civil Aviation Administration of China leaders announced changes that will give the country's aviation industry the tools it needs to become an even more important regional and global power. While CAAC airlines are undergoing a government- ordered restructuring into three large groups—China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and Air China—China allows these carriers greater levels of foreign investment.
''China's decision about its economy has been one of the most important phenomena of the last two decades of the 20th century,'' said Tom Pickering, Boeing senior vice president of International Relations. ''It is what I call a sea change from previous ideas about economics in China.''
Condit adds: ''I think the efforts that the Chinese government has made in order to really develop the economy and build a market economy are paying off. Given the size of the country and its population, a robust economy results in a huge market. For a company like Boeing, it will represent both a big opportunity and an increasingly important opportunity.''
And with some segments of the Chinese population becoming more affluent, said Boeing leaders, increased domestic and international air travel will be a welcome byproduct.
Condit said that Chinese residents, who are about five times as numerous as those of the United States, are about 1 percent as likely to travel as Americans are.
''The propensity to travel is directly correlated to economic prosperity,'' he said. ''So if their economy grew to where the GDP per capita was one half that of the United States, we would see an absolutely huge increase in air travel. That obviously means airplanes and air traffic management. So it's really long-term market potential.''
And other Boeing businesses are getting into the mix.
Boeing Air Traffic Management, a business unit Boeing created in November 2000, is conducting a study of the Beijing Capital International Airport terminal maneuvering area and ground operations. Authorities expect air traffic levels here to double over the next eight years, and Boeing designed its ATM study to help ensure that the airport's expansion will meet its longterm capacity needs. This will be especially critical as China prepares for an expected spike in air traffic along with the 2008 Olympic Games. Boeing ATM is sharing its expertise by suggesting near-term capacity enhancement, as well as new design scenarios for the future.
''ATM is very important,'' Dickenson said, ''because as control of the Chinese airspace transitions from the military to the CAAC, they need to have a state-of-the-art system capable of maintaining that. There's a tremendous opportunity for ATM because of the groundwork that Commercial Airplanes has laid.''
Today, Boeing-China employs about 100 people directly, with another 200 working in Boeing-related businesses. The company maintains its Boeing-China headquarters in Beijing and another office in Hong Kong.
But the company's investment in China goes beyond jobs and offices—and beyond airplane sales and supplier arrangements. As far back as 1979, Pickering said, educational exchange programs between the United States and China have allowed students to gain openly available scientific and technical knowledge—and to learn about the others' cultures, as well. This has been ''a cornerstone for greater understanding of people on both sides,'' he said.
And for a company like Boeing, which builds systems that its leaders like to say ''connect and protect'' people throughout the world, that's no small feat.
''One thing I've always thought was really visionary was that the entire (Boeing) management back then—which has continued to Phil Condit—recognizes and emphasizes the importance of the Chinese market,'' Dickenson said. ''The U.S. government and the people that lead the government will change. But our commitment to China has remained the same, regardless of the political buffeting. I think the Chinese government has appreciated that.''
And that's what being a ''preferred partner'' is all about—making a difference by nurturing and building friendships that withstand time.
''There's an old Chinese saying,'' Dickenson said, ''that [says], 'When you drink from the well, never forget who helped you dig the well.' We helped the Chinese aviation industry dig the well, and our Chinese friends will continue to remember.''
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http://www.spaceexplorationday.us/observance/mission-statement.html | 2018-09-21T18:35:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-39/segments/1537267157351.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20180921170920-20180921191320-00104.warc.gz | 0.904911 | 120 | CC-MAIN-2018-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-39__0__175924288 | en | 1716 Signatures! add your signature
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Promote establishment of the July 20th Space Exploration Day Holiday, to commemorate the first walk of humankind, onto the surface of another celestial body. In conjunction with this, promote the continuation of manned space exploration to the Moon and beyond. Stress the benefits to humankind that can come from increased space achievement. Encourage the public to celebrate this anniversary with fun activities for families and communities. Encourage members of the general public to set personal Apollo-Like-Goals to help make life better for humanity. | aerospace |
https://todaysnorthumberland.ca/2024/02/29/statement-by-the-commander-of-the-rcaf-on-the-multi-engine-utility-flight-contract/ | 2024-04-21T04:56:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817729.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421040323-20240421070323-00776.warc.gz | 0.930721 | 697 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__5827081 | en | The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) is undergoing one of its most significant modernization efforts since the end of the Second World War. In just over one year, the Government of Canada has announced the procurement of 88 F-35 fighter jets, up to 16 P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft, 11 MQ-9 Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems, and 9 CC-330 Husky Multi-Role Tanker and Transport aircraft. These are historic additions to the RCAF fleet that will significantly enhance Canada’s military capabilities.
As we proceed with this historic recapitalization of the RCAF, we must focus our investments towards cutting-edge technologies so that we can face the challenges of the future. As part of our efforts to focus investments, to prioritize Canadian Armed Forces reconstitution efforts, and to support the ongoing federal efforts to reduce the federal deficit, the Royal Canadian Air Force will not exercise its two, one-year options for renewal under the Multi-Engine Utility Flight (MEUF) contract with Air Tindi currently operating out of 8 Wing Trenton. By not exercising the RCAF’s two, one-year lease options, DND/CAF will save approximately $3.6 million per option year (approximately $7.2 million in total).
The MEUF leases two King Air BE350 aircraft. The MEUF does not offer a direct operational output like other higher-priority, combat capable platforms, and the decision to not exercise contract option years of the MEUF will have no impact on operational roles within the Royal Canadian Air Force.
The two MEUF aircraft provide continuation training to newly winged multi engine pilots and provide the CAF with personnel transport and limited utility capabilities. Going forward, RCAF pilots will be able to maintain and enhance their proficiency using cutting-edge training technologies, including by flying more modern aircraft.
Starting March 31, 2024, the functions provided by the MEUF will be absorbed by the RCAF’s expanding fleet of other aircraft models such as the CC-130J Hercules, CC-150 Polaris, CC-330 Husky and CC-144 Challenger.
The RCAF will continue to optimize its readiness to provide timely assistance to Canadians, our allies, and partners.
Lieutenant-General Eric Kenny CMM, MSC, MSM, CD
Commander Royal Canadian Air Force
- Of the 150 force employment missions that the MEUF aircraft typically carry out in a year, more than one-third of them are to transport personnel such as senior military officers. By moving these tasks to other RCAF aircraft or commercial flights, National Defence is reprioritizing its spending towards key priorities that deliver value for Canadians.
- The Government of Canada is making historic investments to modernize the Royal Canadian Air Force’s fleet of aircraft. Since 2022 alone, the Government of Canada has finalized the procurement or upgrade of approximately 140 new aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force, including:
- 88 new F-35 fighter jets,
- 9 new CC-330 Husky strategic tanker and transport aircraft,
- up to 16 new P-8A Poseidon multi-mission aircraft,
- 16 new or upgraded Cormorant helicopters (as the project will upgrade our fleet to provide Canada with the most advanced version of the helicopter);
- and 11 remotely piloted aircraft. | aerospace |
https://blogs.luc.edu/compliance/?tag=grounding | 2023-03-25T13:59:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945333.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20230325130029-20230325160029-00307.warc.gz | 0.950962 | 147 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__144456844 | en | “Grounding”: Federal Regulation in the Context of Aircraft Suspensions
On March 10, 2019, Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 en route to Nairobi, Kenya crashed shortly after take-off leaving no survivors. It became the carrier’s most deadly crash and its first fatal crash since January 2010. Most notably, however, it was the second fatal crash involving Boeing’s new 737 MAX jet in less than five months after the Lion Air Flight 610 accident in October 2018. The day following the tragedy, Ethiopian Airlines grounded all of its Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet until further notice. Many other airlines suspended operations of the aircraft as well and countless countries banned the 737 MAX from airspace. | aerospace |
http://credit-help.pro/bank/29146 | 2017-09-23T15:00:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-39/segments/1505818689686.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20170923141947-20170923161947-00245.warc.gz | 0.964658 | 682 | CC-MAIN-2017-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-39__0__194314868 | en | What is non chronological report
The USSR had rocketed Sputnik into orbit in October 1957, launching the Space Race. The US fumbled early on with a few live broadcasted, humiliating explosions on the launch pads. The Soviets led - putting the first man into space, then the first woman, soon followed by other impressive achievements!
But during those early years, while still catching up, the US committed itself to put a man on the Moon by the end of the decade. This was successfully achieved in July of 1969 with the crew of Apollo 11. It is estimated, by the way, that the first Moon landing was the single most viewed event in history up until then, with about 1 billion people from around the world watching their TVs as Neil Armstrong first set foot on the lunar surface.
But prior to the launch of Apollo 11, years of research and detailed considerations had been carefully sifted through, deliberated, and brought to culmination. Not much had been known about the Moon's surface or its internal composition. So a wide variety of research was done to try to understand everything that humans of the post-Flood world had learned about the Moon over the ages. One important document was: NASA Technical Report R-277, "Chronological Catalog of Reported Lunar Events" published in July 1968 just one year prior to the first Moon landing.
(Shown at right - satellite view of the Earth; with the Moon visible below.)
The Catalog (NASA TR R-277) from 1968 became the single most complete listing of all observed lunar anomalies that have been variously recorded by astronomers from 1500 until 1967. This book (citing back to original publications)
refers to over 450 years worth of notes recording a myriad of observations of unique or unusual phenomena seen on the lunar surface. They include reports of seeing areas on the moon's surface with strange colors, streaks of light, the appearance of mists, or even possible volcanic activity. The total number of unique (witnesses) observers is over 300 persons. The visible temporary lunar surface aberrations recorded down through the centuries total over 570!
Evolutionists cannot easily explain the continued geological activity evident within the astral bodies of our solar system. They believe that the Earth-Moon system is about 4.5 billion years old and that therefore the Moon must be geologically "cool" and "dead" by now. But 570 sightings made by over 300 individuals through the course of several centuries presents a radically different picture. Many of the listed sightings contend that there were actually multiple witnesses to certain observed recorded events. There is therefore good evidence that the Moon is geologically and/or meteorologically active.
Creationists recognize the hand of our Creator behind this complex, well ordered physical universe. Within this temporary physical incarnation for our souls, (Hebrews 9:27, "And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment." ) it is important for us to develop tools, explore and to understand the universe around us within a logical framework - which includes recognizing that it will all pass away by the hand of the same Creator who put it all into existence by his Word. We as finite, small humans on the surface of an isolated bluish planet are only aware of some of the dimensions within the universe around us.Source: www.creationism.org | aerospace |
https://sassofia.com/sofema-aviation-services-wingspan-program/ | 2024-04-24T19:15:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819847.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424174709-20240424204709-00621.warc.gz | 0.89208 | 681 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__13484700 | en | The Sofema Aviation Services Wingspan Program
Sofema Aviation Services www.sassofia.com is developing a giving back program designed to provide different elements of industry support at little or no cost called The Sofema Wingspan Program. The program is the “giving back” project of Sofema Aviation Services. The first active elements we have are:
Sofema Wingspan Leadership Scholarship
- Sofema Aviation Services provides an annual budget of €50,000 to its Aviation Leadership Scholarship Program, aiming to support the growth of future aviation leaders.
- During 2023 the program offers 100 scholarships for the second consecutive year.
- Successful applicants gained access to eight specialized online courses worth over €500.
- Each course completion is recognized with an online certificate, and upon finishing all courses, participants can obtain an extra Aviation Future Leaders Scholarship Certificate.
Sofema Wingspan Bursary Program
Sofema Aviation Services provides a Bursary Program aimed at European Aviation Universities and Higher Level Aviation Education Establishments within the European Union and EFTA, starting from 1 January 2024. This initiative pledges a €5,000 Bursary to selected institutions each year.
- Establishing a partnership to enhance EASA-compliant aviation education across Europe.
- The program is designed to provide financial support and access to Sofema Online (SOL’s) extensive resources, including over 330 EASA-compliant online courses, packages, and diplomas, available on www.sofemaonline.com.
- Beneficiaries will receive an honorary membership to the Aviation Regulatory Training Standards Association (ARTSA) and
- Enjoy exclusive discounts on SOL’s offerings, including a 50% discount on all single courses and a 10% discount on comprehensive packages and diplomas.
The Sofema Aviation Services Wingspan Program Future Developments
The following opportunities are currently under review as a future development of the program:
Sofema Wingspan Mentorship and Internship Opportunities:
- Partnering with aviation companies and professionals to offer hands-on experience and guidance to students and young professionals entering the field.
- To bridge the gap between education and real-world application, providing valuable insights and career guidance.
Sofema Wingspan Research Grants:
- Offering research grants to students and professionals conducting innovative research in the field of aviation.
- Supporting the development of new technologies, sustainability practices, or safety improvements within the industry.
Sofema Wingspan Community Outreach Programs:
- Engaging with communities to raise awareness about careers in aviation and to inspire the next generation of aviation professionals.
Sofema Wingspan Accessible Training Opportunities:
- Providing accessible education opportunities to individuals worldwide, especially those who cannot afford traditional education paths or are in remote locations.
Sofema Wingspan Aviation Safety and Sustainability Initiatives:
- Supporting Initiatives focused on improving aviation safety and promoting sustainability within the industry.
- Investing in partnerships with organizations working on environmental projects, safety campaigns, or technological innovations that reduce the environmental impact of aviation operations.
Sofema Wingspan Networking Events and Conferences:
- Events bringing together aviation professionals, students, and industry leaders to share knowledge, discuss industry trends, and foster professional connections. | aerospace |
https://timesofsandiego.com/military/2022/12/02/a-bomber-like-no-other-the-california-built-b-21-raider-is-here/ | 2023-11-29T18:25:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100135.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129173017-20231129203017-00219.warc.gz | 0.944965 | 467 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__42597773 | en | The B-21 was unveiled during a dramatic ceremony at Northrop’s Plant 42 in Palmdale, north of Los Angeles, offering members of the public the first look at the new bomber.
The B-21, which carries a similar “flying wing” shape to its predecessor, the B-2, will be able to deliver both conventional and nuclear weapons around the world using long-range and mid-air refueling capabilities.
“The B-21 looks imposing, but what’s under the frame and the space-age coatings is even more impressive,” U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said. “America’s defense will always be rooted in deterring conflict, so we again are making it plain to any potential foe. The risk and the cost of aggression far outweigh any conceivable gains.”
The aircraft were projected to cost approximately $550 million each in 2010 dollars, or about $750 million in today’s inflation-adjusted dollars.
The Air Force planned to buy at least 100 of the planes and begin to replace B-1 and B-2 bombers.
Northrop beat out a team comprised of Boeing Co and Lockheed Martin Corp when it won the 2015 contract to make the bomber. Engine-maker Pratt & Whitney, Collins Aerospace, GKN Aerospace, BAE Systems and Spirit Aerosystems are among the more than 400 suppliers in 40 states.
Northrop is calling the plane a sixth-generation aircraft given its ability to connect to other aircraft and easily integrate future weapons into its systems architecture.
The B-21 also features more durable, stealth-enabling low observable surface material that will require less maintenance and keep operations costs and downtime to a minimum, Doug Young, sector vice president and general manager at Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems, told Reuters in an interview.
The presentation provided the first video and photo images of the new bomber. Previously, only artist renderings have been published.
Six of the planes, which is to have its first flight in mid-2023, are in various stages of assembly. More than 8,000 people from Northrop Grumman, industry partners and the Air Force currently work on the program.
Reuters contributed to this article. | aerospace |
https://www.morson.com/job/senior-platform-engineer-aviation-2/ | 2020-05-26T20:00:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347391309.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20200526191453-20200526221453-00205.warc.gz | 0.901684 | 855 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__106125099 | en | Up to £38.00 per hour
about 1 year ago
Purpose of role:
Platform Engineer responsible for the integration of the CH-148 Cyclone helicopter system within the programme. Covering all aspects of the operational, functional and physical/engineering for the helicopter, its handling and weapons system integration with the ship, leading to full authorised flying clearance. This includes launch, recovery, stowage, communications, tactical integration, drills, emergencies, weapons handling, fuelling, hangar maintenance and helicopter handling.
The role holder will have some knowledge of the integration of a helicopter as a system with the ship (this is desirable but not essential). The role will cover the life cycle from design, manufacture to sea and flying trials leading to ultimate clearance for flying operations.
The role will require a knowledge and awareness of the stakeholders and the process leading to authorisation.
The role holder will cover functional, physical and engineering integration of the helicopter and its weapons into the ship and an understanding of the factors influencing the design intent of those systems as the programme progresses through detail design, into build and commissioning.
CAD and 3D modelling skills are desirable.
The role holder should work effectively, with minimum supervision and show sound understanding of budget constraints and schedule milestones.
2 years+ experience of Design / Detail Design effort or equivalent experience in a heavy industrial/marine environment
Previous aviation experience in Helicopter integration desirable
Previous experience on other projects of complexity (new build)
Customer/end user experience desirable.
Ideally degree qualified in Platform Engineering or related discipline.
Experience to Chartered or Incorporated Engineer Standard + 2 years.
Experience in Platform engineering design roles.
Tasks and Activities
Physical adaptation of the ship for the handling system.
Confirmation and any necessary modification of a satisfactory air wake for helo operations.
Functional integration of the helo and weapon systems with the ship, including combat systems and flying impact on weapons and sensors.
Engineering changes to supporting systems and services.
Production and review of aviation equipment TESs, SOWs and assessment of suppliers.
Adaptation of the hangar and aviation compartments for MH60R, weapons, and stowage of associated equipment.
Development of wholeship operating procedures and identification and implementation of resulting changes on the platform design. Including launch, recovery, handling, weapons, emergency scenarios, communications, tactical integration, refuelling and maintenance.
Assurance of operating compatibility of the helo with other ship scenarios such as boat operation.
Attend Aviation Working Groups.
Investigation of UAV capability as directed by the project.
Assist in planning and execution of the process and trials required for acceptance and flying clearance.
Liaison with external authorities for acceptance and operational flying clearance.
Assist in the maintenance of design intent through spatial integration including approval / authorisation of engineering documents and change requests, overseeing of design intent reviews etc.
Liaise with external agencies ( the customer, approval authorities & subcontractors) to deliver outputs and the wider project milestones on schedule
Demonstrate potential and contribute to the project and the business.
Assist compartment owner with responsibility for Aviation compartments.
Role is Glasgow based but will involve both local and overseas travel.
Delivery of the physical and engineering changes required in the platform for successful integration in all respects of the helicopter and weapon system with the ship.
Assisting in planning and execution of the process leading to operation flying clearance for the CSC class.
Assisting with the delivery of the development of associated operating and safety cases.
Engagement with all authorising bodies and stakeholders.
Oversight and engagement with suppliers for aviation equipment and design changes to ensure quality, on time deliverables.
Provision of effective liaison support to build through to trials.
Knowledge of the nature of the work in all phases of the engineering life cycle especially with regard to the achievement of project phase milestones. Understands the relationship between activities in different phases of the engineering lifecycle.
To apply for this position, you must be eligible to live and work in the UK and either possess or be able to obtain UK MOD Security Clearance to SC Level. | aerospace |
https://amplifierprime.com/best-drone-for-fiahing/ | 2022-06-30T01:51:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103646990.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20220630001553-20220630031553-00347.warc.gz | 0.856232 | 4,464 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__281868865 | en | ✈【HD Camera & WiFi FPV Drone】Built-in 1080P HD Camera with 90° adjustable angle, FPV Real-Time transmission, you are able to see real time first-person-view on the App. The video clips are automatically saved to the Micro SD card. You edit HD footage and directly upload it to social media from your iPhone or iPad.
✈【Multifunctional & Add Fun to Fly】Our camera drone can perform 360° flips and rolls, circle fly makes fly more attractive. You can define an exact flying route on the App map, brings you spectacular flying experiences. You can fly the drone by moving smart phone up or down with Gravity Sensor enables the drone follow your phone's direction. Great best drone toy gift for beginners.
✈【Steady & Intelligent Alert】This drone does Auto Hovering, this mode that ensures a steady hover in the air at a certain altitude when we focus on take great aerial pictures and videos. It will easier to control under headless mode, especially when the drone is out of sight. If the battery of the transmitter or drone is low, the transmitter will sound an alarm. Also when the drone exceeds the distance of 100 meters, the transmitter will sound an alarm, you need to press the return home button.
✈【Easy to Control】The Big drone is suitable for beginner, press the “One Key Start/Landing” button, the drone will take-off or landing automatically. There are 2 speed switch, low speed drone suitable for kids and beginners; high speed drone suitable for adults and profession operation. With One Key Return, press the button in emergency situations and get it returned to you, so it can't be lost.
✈【Safe & Long Flying Time】The RC quadcopter has protective propeller guards to ensure a safe flight for you. High-quality ABS material to free your worries of a sudden shock or drop. One battery can support about 10-13 Minutes flight which makes it easy to replace the battery and safe to charge battery. We also sell this type of battery separately, you can contact us if you need it.
PACK LIGHT, FLY FREE: at less than 249 g, it weighs about as much as an apple and fits in the palm of your hand. compact and convenient, this small drone is your ideal travel companion, transforming how you capture your favorite memories
OCUSYNC 2.0 VIDEO TRANSMISSION: mini 2 supports up to 10km of hd video transmission and has excellent anti-interference capabilities, giving you the ability to fly farther and see clearer
POWERFUL PERFORMANCE: with a max battery life of 31 minutes, dji mini 2 grants more than enough time to compose the perfect shot. mini 2 can resist level 5 winds and take off at a max altitude of 4,000 meters, so your footage is stable even when flying along a windy coastline or high above an alpine forest
4X ZOOM: there’s no need to get so close for your dream shot. 4x digital zoom makes it safer and more convenient when transitioning between shots of varying distance and composition
QUICKSHOTS: with just a few taps, dji mini 2 automatically records and shoots professional-level videos to share directly on social media. whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced flyer, the dji fly app helps you produce impressive results complete with soundtracks and filters
1080P HD Auto-Adjustable Camera: Equipped with a 1080P HD camera that can be adjusted within 90° by your remote control or the app, this drone can give you an exciting experience of aerial scenery from the 140° wide-angle lens, and assist you to catch every wonderful moment from a birds-eye perspective. Whether you’re shooting at a deserted beach or capturing the details of a fun family reunion, HS440 can handle it all.
40 Min Flight Time: You can enjoy a maximum of 20-mins flight time with one powerful modular battery. The package comes with a storage box and 2pcs batteries, extending your flight time to 40mins amazingly. Besides, the modular battery is easier to install and safer to use.
Small But Mighty: Thanks to intuitive and advanced features packed in a foldable frame, HS440 provides complete freedom wherever and however you want to create. In addition, it’s equipped with a carrying case which is very helpful for you to move the drone from one place to another. Explore your world without limitations.
Simply Operation for Stunning Content: HS440 carefully optimizes user experience and intelligent features. Thanks to automatic takeoff, and precise hovering, operation is more streamlined and safer than ever. One-Key High-speed Rotation would bring more fun amid flight. The possibilities are endless when the sky is your playground.
Discover a New Adventure: HS440 is a must-have for beginners with its intelligent functions such as Emergency Stop, Headless Mode, and Altitude Hold as well as its user-friendly features such as its long flight time for every practice.
【UP YOUR GAME】: The Mavic Air 2 camera drone takes power and portability to the next level. It combines a powerful camera with intelligent shooting modes for stunning results. Push your imagination to its limits because aerial photography has never been this easy.
【NEXT-LEVEL CONTENT】: Capture impressive 48MP photos with a 1/2-inch CMOS sensor while the 3-axis gimbal provides 4K/60fps video. The secret to incredible HDR video is a high-performance Quad Bayer image sensor. OcuSync 2.0 has a video transmission distance of up to 6.2mi / 10 km and can also deliver 1080p FHD resolution livestream directly from the drone’s camera.
【IMPROVED FLIGHT】: An impressive flight time of up to 34 minutes allows you to pull off epic, fast-paced shots. Obstacle sensing in three directions makes it extra convenient for beginners and improves safety for your Mavic Air 2.
【INTELLIGENT TRACKING】: Mavic Air 2 features intuitive shooting functions that make aerial photography easier than ever. Spotlight 2.0 keeps the camera locked on a subject while you fly freely. ActiveTrack 3.0 keeps subjects centered. POI 3.0 tracks moving subjects like people and vehicles.
【APP COMPATIBILITY】: The DJI Fly app requires iOS v10.0, Android v6.0, or above. Compatible devices include: iPhone (11 Pro Max, 11 Pro, 11, XS Max, XS, XR, X, 8 Plus, 8, 7 Plus, 7, 6s Plus, 6s, 6 Plus, 6), iPad Pro (9.7’’), iPad Air 2 (9.7’’), iPad mini 4 (8’’), iPad Pro (10.5’’), iPad Pro 2018 11’’, iPad Pro 12.9’’, Samsung Galaxy (S20, S10+, S10, S9+, S9, S8+, S8, S7 edge, S7, S6, Note10+, Note9, Note8), Huawei (P30 Pro, P30, P20, P10, Mate 30 Pro, Mate 20 Pro, Mate 10, nova 5, nova 4, nova 3e, nova 2, Honor 8X, 10, 9, 20 Pro, Magic 2, Mi 8, MIX 2S, MIX 2, Redmi Note 5, Oppo Find X, R15, Vivo NEX, X27, X21, X20A, OnePlus 7, 6T, 5, Pixel 3 XL, 2 XL, 2, LG V20, LG G6, Sony Xpeial 1.
Weighing less than 0 55lbs / 250 grams Mavic Mini is almost as light as the average smartphone In the United States and Canada you can fly this camera drone without the need to register your drone with the government
The compact yet powerful Mavic Mini camera drone is the perfect creative companion capturing your moments in a way that effortlessly elevates the ordinary
Mavic Mini's weight allows it to stay in the air longer than similar consumer FlyCams on the market Enjoy up to 30 minutes of flight time with a fully-charged battery
Mavic Mini supports 12MP aerial photos and 2 7K HD videos A 3-axis motorized gimbal provides superior camera stability and ensures clear Ultra-smooth footage
What you get DJI Mavic Mini Remote Controller 3x Intelligent Flight Battery 3x Pairs of Spare Propellers 2x Micro USB Cable Gimbal Protector RC Cable (Micro USB connector) RC Cable (USB-C connector) RC Cable (Lightning connector) Pair of Spare Control Sticks 18x Spare Screw Screwdriver 360° Propeller Guard Two-Way Charging Hub DJI 18W USB Charger Carrying Bag.DJI Fly App requires iOS v10 0 Android v6 0 or above Compatible devices include iPhone 11 Pro Max 11 Pro 11 XS Max XS XR X 8 Plus 8 7 Plus 7 6s Plus 6s 6 Plus 6 Samsung Galaxy S10+ S10 S9+ S9 S8+ S8 S7 edge S7 S6 Note9 Note8 Huawei P30 Pro P30 P20 P10 Mate 20 Pro Mate 10 nova 5 nova 4 nova 3e nova 2 Honor 8X 10 9 20 Pro Magic 2 Mi 8 MIX 2S MIX 2 Redmi Note 5 Oppo Find X R15 Vivo NEX X27 X21 X20A OnePlus 7 6T 5 Pixel 3 XL 2 XL 2 LG V20 LG G6
【Foldable drone with long flight time 36+mins】 With upgrade three batteries, you can enjoy playing with the drone for 36+mins, Foldable & flexible blades make the drone small and portable. you do not need to register the drone or get a drone pilot certificate.
【E58 Drone With HD Camera 】The E58 drone is equipped with a 120° Wide-angle 1080P HD Camera including adjustable angle, which captures high-quality video and clear aerial photos. The Wi-Fi real-time transmission FPV system can connect to your phone with the drone and the view will be captured and directly saved on your phone, share the amazing view to social media with just one click.
【Portable & Safe】Thanks to the foldable design, the E58 drone can be easily stored in a handbag for outdoor carrying. The drone arm can be replaced. When the motor or drone arm is damaged, just replace the drone arm and it can fly again. In addition, the drone is equipped with 4 propeller guards that fully protects the propellers and improves flight safety.
【Premium Features & Propeller Guards】Give wings to your imagination - JEAOUSM camera drone features in 3 adjustable speed levels (from low to high, beginners to experts), One Key Take Off/Landing (beginner-friendly), 360°Flip (fun trick in the sky) - a perfect gift for families and friends! families and friends!
【Safe Flight & Durable & Guide video available】 Protective guards and composite aircraft body material added durability for hard landings or crashes, so not only a ideal drone for adults , but also a perfect gift drone for beginner -kids. Maybe this is your first drone of aerial, no mater whatever questions you have about this drone, please contact us. Operation guide video is available at the bottom part of this listing ,please watch it before start your flight.
HD Pictures and Live Videos: D20 equipped with 720P HD Wi-Fi camera to take better aerial photos and videos; with FPV transmission, you can see the sky from a live video feed through smartphone app
Best Drone Toy for Kids: Fly D20 is magically simple, just tap the One Key Start/Landing button to start the fly; Altitude Hold can maintain the drone at a certain height, which makes it so easy to control and take high quality footage
Powerful and Safe: Features with low power alarm, Emergency stop, and 4 propeller guards to ensure a safe flight, 2 rechargeable and powerful batteries support up to 20mins, charge safe and fly longer
3D Flips and Waypoints Fly: Pushing the control sticks inwards to perform an impressive flip; Drawing a flight course on your smartphone, the drone will fly accordingly, add funs to your flight.
Voice Control and Gesture Selfie: Allow to control the drone with simple voice comments like “ Take off” “ landing”; Post a V sign or palm in front of the camera, the drone can automatically take photos or video, good for selfie
4K Ultra Clear Camera: 4K camera with 110° wide-angle and 90° adjustable provides a high resolution picture, enable to capture a perfect shot; 5GHz FPV transmission delivery a smooth and stable videos even in high-speed or strong-wind conditions
GPS Auto Return: GPS assisted flight, it can perform automatically return home when the drone lost signal, out of range or low power, never have to worry about flying it away
Better Flight Experience: 2 batteries give you up to 46 minutes flight experience. And functions like Altitude Hold, Optical Flow, Headless Mode, One Key Take Off/Landing and Speed Adjust make it so easy to beginners or newbies.
Considerate Design: This drone comes with a carrying case, and the foldable fuselage design allows it easy to store and more portable for outdoor travelling, weight under 250g to save you from FAA registration.
More Intelligent Functions: This drone can trace and follow you automatically, flying along a path you set, or fly around a point in circles, and when you pose to the camera it will take a photo or video, let you enjoy the wonderful flight experience.
⊙HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS: Premium polyester fabric. Not only provide UPF 50 protection for sun burn at outdoor activities, but also a great precaution at rainy days.
⊙360° PROTECTION: Comes with face and neck flap, full protection from the blazing sun. Extra wide brim provides wider shade but won’t block viewing.
⊙MULTI-FUNCTIONAL: Detachable top and flaps. Providing multiple wearing options to fit different needs. Light weight design, easy to carry around. Perfect for all kinds of outdoor activities like hiking, gardening, fishing.
⊙BETTER DESIGN: Draw string design to keep the hat in position at strong wind or heavy rain. Buckle button for quick releasing and applying.
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Ultra HD 1152P Camera Drone: The HD 2K camera captures crystal clear aerial photos and 2048 X 1152 @ 25fps videos. With adjustable camera design, you can catch every moment of your adventure from a bird-eye perspective. Real time FPV transmission allows you to edit footage and directly upload it to social media from your iPhone or iPad
Intelligent Interactive Drone: The drone is integrated with smart voice control and gesture control. You can speak to control the flying direction, or pose to the camera to trigger photo/video shooting, adding fun to your flight
Multiple Flight Modes: this drone can perform stunts like 360° flip . Combined with trajectory flight which allows you to draw flying course on your phone, this drone brings you spectacular flying experiences
Easy to Learn and Operate: Altitude-Hold function ensures a steady hover in the air at a certain altitude when no command was given. And upon just one tap, the drone will Take off/Land or Return back automatically. It also equipped with Headless Mode and 3 Speeds Switch functions, super friendly to beginners, newbies, and even kids
More Considerate Designs, More to Explore: To ensure safety and numerous funs, this drone is designed with Out-of-Control Protection Technology and Lower Battery Alarm. It will beep to remind you getting the drone back while the battery is low. Protective Propeller Guards to ensure a safe flight. High quality ABS material to free your worries of a sudden shock or drop
GPS Auto Return: Equipped with GPS Location, the drone can memorize the “HOME” point and return automatically whenever the drone lose signal or lose power or whenever you press down auto return button.
Intelligent Features: You may set a Customer Flight Path at your will or instruct the drone to Follow You automatically.
Upgraded Configuration: The carrying bag makes it convenient to take the drone out; 2 Modular Batteries prolong flight time to 26 Minutes; Control Range is up to 984ft.
1080P HD FPV Camera: The HS110G drone with 1080P HD camera can record images and voice at the same time. And you may share them on the social media immediately through the App.
Easy for Beginners: The latest Altitude Control System enable stable flight. There are considerate icon on the Controller and App to help users grasp flying skills sooner.
User-Friendly: D10 is extremely user-friendly that comes with one key start/landing, Altitude Hold, Headless Mode, Speed Adjustment functions, adapts to all experience levels even for kids and beginners; 3D Flips function makes flight attractive even for the drone newbies.
Farther and Clearer: This drone provides smooth FPV transmission within a range of up to 80m. You can capture and record 2K HD aerial footage, and share it instantly on Social Media through DEERC app.
Considerate Design: D10 drone can be folded up into a compact and portable shape, fit easily into a backpack, perfect to take it travel. Comes with 2 modular batteries that support up 24 to 30 minutes play. 4 Propeller Guards that fully protects the propellers and improves flight safety.
Advance Features: Waypoints flying is the newest technology that by drawing a flight course on your smartphone, the drone will fly accordingly; Show your palm or V sign to the front camera, D10 will automatically take a photo or video.
Intelligent Control: You can control the drone through the built-in G-sensor, adjusting the vertical and horizontal of on smartphone without a remote controller; Or control your drone with simple voice commands like“take off", "landing", "left", "right", "forward", "backward".
4K UHD Camera with Image Stabilization: The optimized full HD Camera built with Shock Absorption holder ensures shooting 3840 x 2160 high resolution images and videos without camera vibration. 5GHz FPV transmission and 90°adjustable lens enables you to see the word from different angle.
GPS Assisted Intelligent Flight: Never lose the drone. It returns automatically whenever battery is low, signal is lost or you press one key return. Also, it is so smart to fly at your will, following you automatically, flying along a path you set, or fly around a point in circles. You may focus on your photography and creation.
Configuration Upgrade: The 2 intelligent batteries works for 26 Mins/per battery for each charge; 52 Mins in total with 2 batteries; the long-life Brushless Motors have lower power consumption and give you a quieter flight; the foldable design and well-fitted carrying case make it easy to take the drone outdoor. DON'T use batteries from other brands, which may cause product issue or safety concern! PRODUCT SUPPORT AVAILABLE!
Simple Operation: Equipped Multi Sensors guarantee hovering with great stability and high quality pics taken under different flying environment; Optical Flow Positioning makes great effect when GPS signal is lost or weak. Functions, like one key start/stop, emergency stop, altitude hold and electric fence, keep it simple to control for even beginners.
Considerate Controller: The control range of 2.4GHz transmitter reaches to 3000 feet high range; battery level and GPS signal shown on the LED screen; a button to turn on or off the drone light is added; right hand throttle mode is available for left-hander. Remember to remove the scratch-proof film from the controller and the camera before use.
1080P FOV 120° HD FPV Camera: You can capture memorable moments with distortion-free and view images on your phone from the wide-angel lens. The app enables you to expand your creativity further and share it on social media with ease.
Altitude hold: When you focus on shooting images, you may set your hands off the joystick and the drone still suspend in mid-air with locked altitude. A perfect drone for beginners, kids, starters, or newbies to have a easy and stable flight experience.
Headless Mode: The pilot will feel easier to control, especially when the drone is out of sight, under headless mode while the orientation of the drone is in relation to the pilot. The drone are also equipped with 3D flips to make your day.
Mobile Control: Through the APP, multiple functions, Voice Control, Gestures Control, Trajectory Flight and Gravity Sensor Control can be activated. Instruct the camera to take photos by gestures of Scissor and videos by Paper.
2 Modular Battries: 2 batteries can support a 20 Minutes flight which makes it easy to replace battery and safe to charge battery. | aerospace |
https://www.maybrothersmedia.com/faq | 2021-07-29T13:06:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046153857.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20210729105515-20210729135515-00493.warc.gz | 0.958438 | 337 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__192599830 | en | UAS Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you need a license to operate a drone?
A: Operating a drone commercial requires a license given by the Federal Aviation Administration. Always ask before hiring an individual who is offering drone services if they have a license, and make them show it to you! It's illegal to fly commercially without a license!
Q: I can buy a drone myself and get what I want. Why should I pay you?
A: While it is true drones aren't that expensive and easily attainable, you need a license as stated above to operate commercially (even if it's for yourself!), but it also takes a lot of experience to operate a drone safely and effectively.
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A: While it is possible to fly inside of a no-fly-zone (close proximity to an active airport), it does take a lot planning and coordination with local air traffic control, the FAA, and the manufacturer of our equipment. If you have work needed near an airport, give M+M a minimum of 30 days to ensure we have the right procedures in place. If we make a planning mistake it could cause the entire job to be delayed extremely!
If you are NOT in close proximity to active airspace, there ARE some areas we can fly in with a quick approval the day of the job. While submitting your quotes for UAS work, include detailed information about your location so we can check on what needs to be done prior to our arrival.
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https://wackycompany.com/product/spacex-falcon-heavy-rocket-model/ | 2023-03-27T07:22:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296948609.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20230327060940-20230327090940-00386.warc.gz | 0.827278 | 185 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__83597853 | en | Extremely exquisite heavy falcon Block 5 model (for collection or display).
This model is a highly simulated SpaceX heavy-duty Falcon Block 5 rocket model. The three first-level rockets are made of precision aluminum alloy tubes, and the rest of the rocket materials are made of high-quality imported resin-with excellent laser forming capabilities and long-lasting preservation.
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https://www.k12hispanicoutlook.com/school-newspaper/2015/6/1/idoodlelearning-announces-space-act-agreement-with-nasa-langley-research-center | 2019-03-25T04:47:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912203548.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20190325031213-20190325053213-00420.warc.gz | 0.902747 | 252 | CC-MAIN-2019-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-13__0__158203883 | en | idoodlelearning Announces Space Act Agreement With NASA Langley Research Center
Ottawa, Ontario and Virginia Beach, VA -- idoodlelearning, a division of idoodle L.L.C., an educational development company offering solutions to bridge the gap between traditional and digital learning, announced that it has executed a Space Act Agreement (SAA) with NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia.
The SAA will broaden the reach of idoodlelearning’s Cubes in Space™ program by the collaboration with NASA’s Project Hands-On Project Experience (HOPE). Cubes in Space provides
an opportunity at no cost to students to design and compete to launch an experiment into space.
Utilizing formal or informal learning environments, students and educators will be exposed to
engaging content and activities in preparation for the design and development of an experimental payload to be integrated into a small cube (Cube).
NASA Langley will provide access to scientists and engineers within the HOPE program to serve as mentors and subject matter experts for the students during their experiment design process.
Student payloads will fly on the HOPE program’s Radiation Dosimetry Experiment (RaD-X)
mission in September 2015. • | aerospace |
https://pilotjohn.com/new/tronair/08-0121-4010 | 2018-12-14T15:31:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376825916.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20181214140721-20181214162221-00573.warc.gz | 0.728716 | 427 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__116610810 | en | Tronair 08-0121-4010 PW305 Engine Sling
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https://www.fromthegrapevine.com/health/how-long-space-flight-ruins-astronauts-vision | 2021-07-26T21:57:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046152156.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20210726215020-20210727005020-00659.warc.gz | 0.948889 | 589 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__170096436 | en | How long space flights ruin astronauts' vision
A new study points to a cause of vision impairments in astronauts who have spent a long time in space.
What happens to astronauts' bodies after they spend a long time in space?
It's a hot topic in the aerospace field right now, thanks to popular TV series like "Mars" and the exciting work of "astronaut twins" Mark and Scott Kelly. Scott just completed a year aboard the International Space Station, the longest any American has ever spent in orbit.
And as astronauts like the Kelly brothers take on increasingly longer missions in space, NASA's flight surgeons and scientists have noticed a peculiar pattern in the returning crew: blurry vision.
The study's lead author is Dr. Noam Alperin, a graduate of Tel Aviv University who's now a professor of radiology and biomedical engineering at the University of Miami. "People initially didn't know what to make of it, and by 2010 there was growing concern as it became apparent that some of the astronauts had severe structural changes that were not fully reversible upon return to Earth," he said.
So the Israel-born Alperin decided to take a closer look at this space-induced visual impairment. After years of research, he and his colleagues presented their findings this week at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago.
Among the findings is a clearer picture of what is actually happening to the astronauts' eyes – and brains – during their space missions. Testing revealed that the backs of their eyeballs came back flatter, and the head of the optic nerves was inflamed. The condition now has a name: visual impairment intracranial pressure (VIIP). Two-thirds of the astronauts who served long missions aboard the International Space Station presented this syndrome.
What's interesting about this finding is that it topples previous research of visual impairment in astronauts. Scientists once thought that vascular fluid was shifting toward the upper body, a result of microgravity, causing the eye changes. But Alperin said that's not the case. What is actually happening is that their cerebrospinal fluid, which normally tolerates a wide range of pressure changes on Earth, is not equipped to handle such drastic changes in space. Essentially, it's "confused," Alperin explained.
"The research provides, for the first time, quantitative evidence obtained from short- and long-duration astronauts pointing to the primary and direct role of the CSF in the globe deformations seen in astronauts with visual impairment syndrome," Alperin said.
So why is this discovery so important? Alperin said it's all about early identification to avoid "irreversible damage" and test "countermeasures." Knowing the potential for damage after an astronaut spends a long time in space can help doctors treat any problems when he or she returns.
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http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/2011/10/world-war-ii-aircraft-still-flying-b-17-flying-fortress-b-24-liberator-b-29-superfortress-and-p-51-mustang/ | 2017-03-29T07:20:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218190234.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212950-00074-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.928325 | 1,295 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__7129794 | en | One of the last remaining B17 bombers from World War II is still being flown and even includes features similar to what it had back in 1941.
In late July in Chicago World War II aircraft were exhibited at Chicago Executive Airport and DuPage Airport. Videos below show a B-29 bomber at DuPage airport; and a B-17 bomber, a B-25 Liberator bomber, and a P-51 fighter at Chicago Executive Airport.
Commemorative Air Force B-29 Superfortress on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at DuPage Airport, 2700 International Drive.
The B-29 was the primary aircraft in the American firebombing campaign against the Empire of Japan in the final months of World War II, and carried out the atomic bombings that destroyed Hiroshima (Enola gay dropped the nuclear weapon “Little Boy” on August 6, 1945) and Nagasaki (Bockscar dropped nuclear weapon “Fat Man on August 9, 1945).
The Commemorative Air Force’s B-29 ‘Fifi’ is the last-remaining flying B-29. Today’s pilots flying the aircraft describe flight after takeoff as being an urgent struggle for airspeed (generally, flight after takeoff should consist of striving for altitude). The aircraft’s four radial engines need airflow to keep them cool, and failure to get up to speed as soon as possible could result in an engine failure, overheating and risk of fire. One useful technique was to check the magnetos while already rolling rather than from a “braked” start.
Magnetos (rotating magnets) adapted to produce pulses of high voltage are used in the ignition systems of some gasoline-powered internal combustion engines to provide power to the spark plugs. A magneto ignition system is considered more reliable than a battery-coil system.
At startup, ground mechanics also manually turn the propellers so that oil doesn’t remain pooled at the bottom of the radial engine. Pooled oil could burn out the engines.
World War II aircraft part of the Wings of Freedom Tour from the Summer of 2011 in Chicago showing a B-24, a P-51, and a B-17.
The Collings Foundation’s B-24J is the only restored flying B-24J in the world. Initially, when it was restored in 1989, the Colling Foundation honored the 15th A.F. in Italy with the selection of the ALL AMERICAN — a very distinguished aircraft with a record of having shot down 14 enemy fighters on a single mission (only two B-24’s came back out of a squadron of 19).
The B-17G “Nine O Nine” aircraft was a B-17 Flying Fortress heavy bomber of the 323rd Bomb Squadron, 91st Bomb Group, completed 140 combat missions during World War II, believed to be the Eighth Air Force record for most missions, and never lost a crewman as a casualty. B-17G-85-DL, 44-83575, civil register N93012, owned and flown by The Collings Foundation, Stow, Massachusetts, currently appears at airshows marked as the historic Nine-O-Nine.
The original aircraft was a block 30 B-17G manufactured by the Boeing Company — nicknamed after the last three digits of the serial number: 42-31909. The aircraft was added to the USAAF inventory on December 15, 1943, and was flown overseas on February 5, 1944. After depot modifications, the B-17 was delivered to the 91st BG at RAF Bassingbourn, England, on February 24, 1944, as a replacement aircraft. The original Nine-O-Nine was one of the last B-17s that received in factory-applied camouflage paint.
After the end of World War II, Nine-O-Nine was returned to the United States on June 8, 1945, and was consigned after the war to the RFC facility at Kingman, Arizona on December 7, 1945. The original B-17 was eventually scrapped.
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The only flyable B-29 is shown taking off and landing at the Dupage Airport in West Chicago, Illinois.
In West Chicago, Illinois on July 22, 2011. 8 minutes real-time compressed to about 1 minute. The view is looking slightly west of south as a storm rolled in from the west, and the the B-29 ‘FIFI’ landed.
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http://www.sterlingreputationspr.com/sterling-words/category/history | 2023-02-05T14:52:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500255.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20230205130241-20230205160241-00198.warc.gz | 0.97556 | 200 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__80090154 | en | During a bombing run in the Air War over Denmark, on the return flight Chalmers's Lancaster bomber was attacked by a German night fighter and his plane crashed at Dejbjerg. Reports were that the plane exploded in the air and crashed in the fields below. A search for the crew remains was first conducted by the Wehrmacht and then a search was organized under the command of Captain Kisbye of C.B.U. in Herning and the remains collected were placed in four coffins and taken to the Dejbjerg cemetery where members of the resistance movement had dug a grave. On September 14, 1944 the crew were laid to rest.
More here: http://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/collections/virtualmem/Detail/2270940?Alfred%20Reid%20Chalmers/
Remember a soldier from your Toronto neighbourhood here: http://globalnews.ca/news/932833/ | aerospace |
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I caught the YouTube video of the Space X – Falcon 1 spacecraft. The first privately developed spacecraft to orbit the Earth. I ripped the video to a quicktime, and edited it in Adobe After Effects. I took a cue from Pink Floyd’s Echoes to give it that ethereal feel, I can’t get enough of that song. If you notice, the choir sings their ghostly tune just as the rocket booster is heating up. It just so happened to line up that way. Enjoy.
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https://www.restingflight.com/frequently-asked-questions/ | 2019-11-12T18:33:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496665726.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20191112175604-20191112203604-00340.warc.gz | 0.924533 | 756 | CC-MAIN-2019-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-47__0__123610708 | en | FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Aerial Ash Scattering is a process in which cremated remains called “cremains” are scattered via airplane over a specified location through a scattering device attached to the aircraft.
Yes! Resting Flight ™ adheres to strict policies and procedures set forth by the FAA, EPA, and State Laws to ensure 100% compliance in every aspect of our operation. Our pilots are all FAA Licensed Commercial Pilots who comply with 14 CFR 91.15 of the Federal Aviation Regulations.
Simply choose & order the package that’s right for you. This can be done via our website under “Pricing” or feel free to call one of our team members and order over the phone. Once your order is placed, we will provide instructions on how to send us the cremains (this will be emailed instructions). The final step is to fill out the release/liability waiver we send you (all done digitally via DocuSign), and then you’re done. It’s now time to prepare for that special date!
Resting Flight ™ is one of the most affordable Aerial Ash Scattering services in the nation. Our packages range in cost depending on the location, whether its accompanied or unaccompanied meaning your onboard the plane for the scattering or not onboard and if additional services are added (ie. flowers dropped with ashes, Ash Scattering Tribute video, etc). For more information on specific pricing, please view our “Pricing” page or contact us today at 928-925-6536 -or- [email protected]
Resting Flight ™ allows you to choose one of the many options available for your scattering service. Our first option (Accompanied) allows two family members or friends to be on board the aircraft for the scattering.
The second option (Unaccompanied) is a scattering with only the pilot on board, who also releases the remains. The third option(Witnessed) allows family members/friends to meet at the determined location at a precise date and time to view the aircraft performing the scattering. For more information and to view additional services, please view our “Pricing” page.
Resting Flight ™ has a patent pending release device that attaches to the wing strut of our Cessna 172 NAV III aircraft. This tubular designed device releases ashes via an electronic linear actuator, controlled by remote from inside the cockpit. This allows the scattering to be done with minimal noise and distraction, providing a peaceful & quiet scattering.
Yes! Cremains are not only sterile, but they pose no environmental hazard at all. Rest assure this process is eco-friendly & safe.
Resting Flight ™ offers a 25% discount if your loved one served in the military. As a veteran-owned company, we take pride in our veterans and the sacrifice they made for our country. (DD-214 or proof of service required)
We will provide email/phone notifications as to the date, time & location of the scattering. For Accompanied / Witnessed Scatterings, we will work with you to coordinate the best time that fits your schedule and ours.
Safety of flight is the biggest priority during any ash scattering service, therefore, we do impose a weight limitation for our passengers to ensure the aircraft is operating within its limitations. Combined passenger weight cannot exceed 375 lbs.
Yes! Our Patent Pending release device mounted to the wing strut of our airplane is controlled by a switch inside the cockpit. When we are over the scattering site and your ready, you will simply press the switch to activate the release of the ashes. | aerospace |
https://www.twz.com/21867/usaf-fighter-and-bomber-crews-get-modified-m4-rifles-that-fit-under-ejection-seats | 2024-04-15T21:13:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817033.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415205332-20240415235332-00740.warc.gz | 0.963814 | 2,520 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__120266514 | en | For the first time in decades, U.S. Air Force fighter jet and bomber pilots are getting a new survival rifle, the Aircrew Self Defense Weapon, a variant of the AR-15/M16 pattern design that breaks in half and fits inside a standard survival kit. These aviators would have previously had to rely on pistols or even knives to defend themselves if they ever had to eject over hostile territory.
The Air Force is making the self-defense guns in house by converting standard 5.56x45mm M4 carbines at a rate of 100 per week, according to The Firearm Blog, which was first to report the development. The gunsmiths at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in Texas, home of the Air Force Security Forces Center, expect to turn out more than 2,100 of the rifles in total and have already delivered some to combat-coded units.
The guns are “designed for all combat-coded ejection aircraft,” U.S. Air Force Major Docleia Gibson, a spokesperson for Air Combat Command, told Air Force Times in a later report. It, along with “four full magazines, 30 rounds [each], must all fit in the ejection seat survival kit,” she added.
Gibson also said that the Air Force had officially designated the gun as the GAU-5/A, but the service already applied this designation during the Vietnam War-era to a variant of the original M16 rifle. This gun had a 10-inch barrel, which is shorter than present-day M4 with its 14.5-inch long barrel. There was also a GAU-5A/A with an 11.5-inch barrel. The Air Force primarily issued these guns to security personnel guarding planes and facilities on the ground.
Starting in the 1990s, the Air Force began converting both of these weapons into an evolving configuration that was increasingly similar to the M4, called the GUU-5/P, a story I have written about in detail in the past. It is possible that the Air Force has decided to refer to the Aircrew Self Defense Weapon as a subvariant of the GAU-5/A, but then its correct designation would be GAU-5B/A.
Regardless of the nomenclature, this rebooted GAU-5/A appears to share very little with its predecessors. The biggest change is the addition of a special locking system from a company called Cry Havoc Tactical that holds the barrel assembly onto the rest of the gun.
Cry Havoc Tactical claims that a trained individual can install the front end of a weapon with their system and fire their first round within 60 seconds. The user does not need any special tools to put their gun together, which you can see in the video below.
But otherwise, the Aircrew Self Defense Weapon appears to have same basic dimensions of the M4 in its firing configuration. The gun uses the same “direct impingement” operating mechanism found on other AR-15/M16 type guns, which means that after the shooter fires a round, some gas propelling the bullet gets filtered off to cycle the action to fire again.
The arrangement blows any unburnt gunpowder and other particulate matter straight into the inner workings of the gun, which can build up and cause malfunctions if the user doesn’t clean it regularly. Various elements across the U.S. military, especially the U.S. Marine Corps, have increasingly switched to derivatives of the AR-15/M16 pattern that use the gas to move a physical piston instead.
The gun features folding front and rear “iron sights” rather than an optic of some kind, which is likely a product of the need to fit inside the 16-by-14-by-3.5-inch dimensions of the aircrew survival kit. It is possible that the Air Force could include a small, non-magnifying sighting system of some kind in the future that a pilot could attach after reassembling their gun.
However, it could be difficult to ensure that the detachable sight would remain properly aligned with either the gun or the individual shooter. The weapon does have attachment points for optics and various accessories on top and on all side of the handguard.
The limited sights, along with the ballistic limitations of the 5.56x45mm round when combined with a shorter barrel, something you can read about in more detail here, could reduce the ability of the gun to accurately hit targets at even moderate ranges or neutralize them if it does. The Air Force would only say the Aircrew Self Defense Weapon is effective against enemies “beyond” 650 feet away, according to Air Force Times.
The Air Force has been working on this latest project since at least 2017. But the final product is much different from the concept it showed in a briefing at the National Defense Industry Association’s annual Armament Systems Forum & Firing Demonstration that year.
This gun featured a much shorter barrel than the standard M4 and an Sig Sauer arm brace rather than a traditional buttstock. This would have allowed the shooter to stabilize the weapon by strapping it to their forearm or use it as a regular stock if necessary.
All of this would make sense given the obvious desire to keep the size and the weight of the overall weapon down. It is curious that they decided to go with a longer overall gun, especially when there are a myriad short-barrel AR-15/M16 types and derivatives – such as the Sig Sauer MCX that Jordan's King Abdullah II is wielding in the video below – readily available both as complete guns and as conversion kits.
The final design could have been based on a requirement to be able to engage targets at longer distances, but if this was the case the Air Force could have decided to use a different caliber that's more effective when combined with a short barrel. The best known is alternative would be .300 Blackout, which Advanced Armament Corporation first created in the late 2000s specifically for use in AR-15/M16 type weapons and derivatives equipped with sound suppressors.
The company found that the round also worked particularly well in unsuppressed, short-barreled guns. One test demonstrated that an AR-15 with a 9-inch barrel in .300 Blackout with had the same muzzle energy as a 5.56x45mm M4 carbine with its 14.5-inch barrel.
AAC originally designed two basic types of the ammunition, one a supersonic 125 grain round and the other a 200 grain subsonic type specifically for firearms with sound suppressors. The former had ballistics similar to the to the Soviet-era 7.62x39mm cartridge. Since then, various companies have begun building their own .300 Blackout cartridges using various bullets and powder charges seeking to create optimal performance in different situations.
In addition, 5.56x45mm and .300 Blackout have the same case head size and taper, which means that in AR-15/M16 type guns, switching from one round to the other can be as simple as swapping out the barrel. The two types of ammunition can use the same magazines, as well.
With similar requirements in mind, U.S. Special Operations Command recently announced it would conduct field trials with a small number of guns based on the Sig Sauer MCX Rattlers. This is a a seriously compact weapon in .300 Blackout and the SOCOM's requirements included the need for a conversion kit that could use any existing M4 lower receiver.
This combination would seem to fit the ejection seat survival kit size requirements perfectly. It is possible that the Air Force went with a modified M4 as a cost-saving measure and to reduce strains on the logistics system by using as many common parts and ammunition as possible.
Another option would have been to abandon the idea of using a rifle caliber weapon entirely in favor of a more purpose-built person defense weapon, such as the FN P90 or Heckler and Koch MP7. These guns are already in service in the U.S. special operations forces and other government agencies, such as the U.S. Secret Service.
Pistol-caliber personal defense weapons or compact submachine guns would have been another possibility and one that would've allowed the Air Force to maintain ammunition commonality with other existing weapons. In 2015, after ISIS terrorists in Syria brutally murdered a Jordanian fighter pilot who had to eject over that country, the Dutch Air Force began issuing the diminutive 9mm MP9 personal defense weapon to aircrews in the region. The U.S. Army recently announced it was looking to buy a weapon in this category for personal security details, as well.
Of course, any new rifles are much more effective than a 9mm pistol, but a downed aviator’s primary objective is to avoid detection until they are either rescued or they can evade and escape to safety. The new self-defense rifle is more multi-purpose than the survival weapons the Army and later the Air Force issued to aircraft crews during World War II and early in the Cold War, which were more suited to hunting small animals for food, but could also be a burden for a downed and possibly injured pilot to carry for protracted periods of time.
This isn't the first time the Air FOrce has tried to come up with a weapon that might be more useful in a combat situation, but that could fit inside a survival kit, either. In the 1960s and 1970s that service experimented with a bizarre looking gun, commonly called the “arm pistol,” that fired standard 5.56x45mm ammunition from an impressively small package.
The gun, eventually known as the GUU-4/P, proved difficult to aim and shoot and never saw widespread use. Subsequent versions made their way onto the U.S. commercial market, but never saw major sales and are long out of production. If the videos on YouTube are any indication, no one can decide how to hold the guns while firing them, underscoring why they never made it into Air Force service.
But while the risks of Air Force jets getting shot down during America’s present conflicts in places such as Iraq and Syria and Afghanistan are limited, that danger is growing. Small nations and even non-state actors are increasingly more capable of challenging opposing air forces.
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen shot down one of the Air Force’s MQ-9 Reaper drones in October 2017. Syrian insurgents brought down a Russian Su-25 Frogfoot ground attack aircraft over that country in February 2018. In that case, the pilot ejected, but killed himself and a number of militants with a grenade after an ensuing skirmish on the ground.
This could put pilots in just as much danger if they have trouble over a conflict zone. The aforementioned incident involving the Jordanian pilot over Syria is a good example. During the U.S.-led intervention in Libya in 2011, an F-15E Strike Eagle crashed in that country due to a technical issue and rescuing forces mistook a crowd of locals eager to help for a violent mob.
The United States has also recently renewed its focus on preparing for potential high-end conflicts with a larger, conventional adversary, such as Russia or China. In that scenario, Air Force aviators could find themselves at increase risk of having to eject behind enemy lines and defend themselves for at least some amount of time.
The steady proliferation of increasingly capable air defenses could make it difficult for traditional combat search and rescue parties to get to a crash site quickly, if at all. Fifth generation fighter jets and advanced stealthy bombers will, by definition, be flying into areas where existing rescue aircraft and helicopters will be unable to follow. This could be a particularly important driving factor in the Air Force's decision to rapidly field the Aircrew Self Defense Weapon.
But whatever the circumstances Air Force fighter and bomber pilots find themselves in now and in the near future, they’ll have the added peace of mind knowing that they have a little extra firepower under their ejection seats.
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https://www.noemiconcept.com/index.php/fr/departement-informatique/webbuzz-tech-info/202846-refueling-gear-makes-navy-s-next-drone-even-deadlier.html | 2022-09-28T11:50:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030335254.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20220928113848-20220928143848-00235.warc.gz | 0.941263 | 821 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__166546929 | en | The Navy’s X-47B killer drone is about to get a lot more lethal. Nine months after the 38-foot-long, bat-shaped flying robot took off from Edwards Air Force Base in California for its very first flight, the Navy has announced it will add an aerial refueling capability to at least one of the two X-47 prototypes sometime in 2014.
The decision to add refueling software and equipment was published on the federal government’s business opportunity website and first reported by InsideDefense. (Alas, the piece is behind a firewall.)
How big a deal is this? In a word, very.
After all, what makes the X-47B unique is the fact that it’ll be the first drone to perform one of aviation’s hardest maneuvers: taking off and landing on an aircraft carrier. And drones capable of taking on more gas in-flight could extend, by a huge margin, the range at which the Navy’s 11 aircraft carriers can strike land and sea targets. That in turn should help the expensive flattops avoid the submarines, strike planes, ballistic missiles and other defenses that nations such as China are building specifically to threaten American carriers.
The key to this range increase is the pilot. Or, more to the point, the absence of a pilot.
Limited by a human being’s endurance, a typical manned fighter can fly just 400 miles over the course of a few hours before it’s time to return to base. A flying robot can do much better, observes the Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments, a Washington, D.C. think tank. “A carrier-based [Unmanned Combat Air System] with an unrefueled combat radius of 1,500 nautical miles or more and unconstrained by pilot physiology offers a significant boost in carrier combat capability,” CSBA posited in a 2008 study.
“Indeed, with aerial refueling, a UCAS would be able to stay airborne for 50 to 100 hours — five to 10 times longer than a manned aircraft,” the CSBA study continued. “With multiple aerial refuelings, a UCAS could establish persistent surveillance-strike combat air patrols at ranges well beyond 3,000 nautical miles.” For those of you keeping track, that’s nearly 10 times the range of today’s carrier air wing.
The X-47, which the Navy wants by 2018, has been in development for nearly a decade by Northrop Grumman, builder of the Air Force’s long-range Global Hawk spy drone. After a series of test flights from land bases — including its first wheels-up cruise, depicted above — in 2013 the X-47B will head out to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington for additional trials, launching and landing from the carrier’s crowded, 1,100-foot flight deck.
The aerial refueling tests will follow the carrier trials. The X-47B will be fitted with both Navy-style refueling gear — a probe the refueling plane uses to “plug” into a basket suspended from the tanker — and the receptacle refueling equipment favored by the Air Force, which requires that the tanker plug its own probe into the receiving plane. Dual systems will allow the X-47B to sip gas from the Navy’s carrier-based F/A-18 tankers or the Air Force’s much larger KC-135s and KC-10s.
Not coincidentally, just last year Northrop scored a $33-million contract to outfit a Global Hawk as a tanker, with Air Force-style refueling gear. That means the Navy’s killer drone could someday find itself taking on gas from another flying robot. A robotic tanker could further boost the attacking drone’s range and, by extension, the striking power of the American fleet.
Video: Northrop Grumman | aerospace |
https://volcano.si.edu/gallery/ShowImage.cfm?photo=GVP-08960 | 2023-09-27T00:44:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510238.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20230927003313-20230927033313-00445.warc.gz | 0.887221 | 144 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__135651409 | en | Global Volcanism Program | Image GVP-08960
Dark-colored lava flows of the Haruj volcanic field are prominent in this Space Shuttle photo of the arid desert of central Libya. The extensive Pliocene-to-Holocene Haruj volcanic field covers a broad 45,000 km2 area and contains very well-preserved scoria cones, lava flows, and explosion craters. The youngest lava flows were considered to be Holocene in age.
NASA Space Shuttle image STS41C-32-1146, 1984 (http://eol.jsc.nasa.gov/).
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Paige Valderrama Graff is the Science Engagement and Communications Jacobs contractor lead for NASA’s Astromaterials Research and Exploration Science (ARES) Division at the Johnson Space Center. Paige was a middle school teacher for 11 years before getting involved with NASA science where she creates opportunities that bring authentic science experiences to learners across the nation.
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https://compassmag.3ds.com/disruptive-drones/ | 2023-06-05T03:04:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224650620.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20230605021141-20230605051141-00353.warc.gz | 0.928654 | 2,235 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__294667692 | en | Until recently, drones were best known as stealthy flying machines, with wing-mounted missiles or advanced surveillance designed for high-risk military missions. While such drones do exist, the potential for drone applications in the commercial sector is moving to the forefront.
Amazon’s pursuit of small, propeller-driven drones to remotely deliver lightweight parcels virtually anywhere in the world has garnered most of the public’s attention, forever altering the prevailing image of what an everyday drone might look like. With drones smaller than radio-controlled airplanes already on the market, industry experts are no longer debating the viability of such technology – they are predicting its economic impact.
HERE TO STAY
Although commercial use of drones is currently prohibited in the United States, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is developing guidelines for release by the end of 2015. In late 2013, the FAA also published a plan for integrating commercial drone use into the nation’s complex aviation system.
“The FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 was the first bill that included language requiring the FAA to integrate unmanned aircraft with manned aircraft into the national airspace system,” said Ben Gielow, general counsel and senior government relations manager for the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) in Arlington, Virginia (USA). “Before then, the FAA viewed commercial use of unmanned aircraft more like a fad and wasn’t taking it too seriously.”
In the US, AUVSI, a nonprofit organization devoted to advancing unmanned systems and robotics, has worked with members of the US Congress to encourage the FAA to devote more resources to the commercial use of unmanned aircraft systems, Gielow said, primarily due to projections of the technology’s economic impact.
In 2013, AUVSI projected that the expansion of commercial drone technology could create more than 100,000 US jobs by 2025, with an overall nationwide economic impact of more than US$82 billion in the first decade of operation.
Until the FAA issues guidelines, however, drone enthusiasts will have to keep their enthusiasm in check. Because commercial use of drones without proper authorization is currently illegal, the FAA recently halted a Minnesota brewery from testing a drone to deliver beer to ice fisherman. Inspired by Amazon’s drone project, Lakemaid Beer posted an online video showing a 12-pack of beer taking flight under a six-propeller drone. Lakemaid’s President, Jack Supple, said he doesn’t plan to give up hope on his brewery’s idea and plans to be ready when the FAA gives the approval.
GLOBAL RULES VARY WIDELY
Drone laws vary greatly from nation to nation. Canada is known for having the most complex drone laws. For example, adding a camera to a “model aircraft” immediately changes its status to “unmanned aerial vehicle,” which requires Special Flight Operations Certificates from Transport Canada, the agency that regulates Canadian airspace. Mexico’s Civil Aviation Authority, on the other hand, is much more relaxed, encouraging peaceful uses of drones. The Mexican government is also using drones for drug enforcement and university research.
In Europe, drone regulations are case-specific and require special certification under the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Promising segments for drones that would be impacted by certification include humanitarian, disaster relief and medical applications.
Deutsche Post DHL, a delivery service based in Bonn, Germany, recently conducted its first successful package delivery using a drone. The company’s “Paketkopter” flew a bit more than 0.6 miles (1 kilometer) at an altitude of about 330 feet (100 meters), flying medicine from a pharmacy and over the Rhine River to one of DHL’s offices. The drone, which can carry a payload of up to 6.6 pounds (3 kilograms), was controlled remotely by a live operator, but DHL says an autonomous, GPS-piloted drone is possible.
“TECHNOLOGY WILL DISRUPT EVERY FACET OF EVERY JOB.”
In Asia, China currently confines drone use to government departments or state-linked businesses. Supervision of China’s mainland airspace is divided between the People’s Liberation Army and the Civil Aviation Administration, which is responsible for anything that flies lower than 3,280 feet (1,000 meters).
Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) limits drones to work purposes, including commercial operations. Drones are not for private or recreational use. To fly a drone requires a CASA-issued controller’s license, which in turn requires aviation knowledge in line with that of a private pilot’s license. Drones in Australia are approved to operate in unpopulated areas to a height of 394 feet (120 meters); they cannot operate in controlled airspace without special permission.
A HOST OF POTENTIAL USES
While Amazon’s delivery-drone concept has taken center stage, numerous practical commercial applications are in use or in testing, ranging from transporting lightweight parcels to more industry-specific applications. AUVSI predicts that one of the most promising industries for drone use is agriculture, where drone applications include creating aerial maps to optimize water and fertilizer distribution, fertilizer application and delivery of spare parts to farmers for equipment emergencies.
The first unmanned, remote-controlled helicopter for crop dusting was invented in 1987 by Yamaha Motor Company of Iwata, Japan. Today, approximately 2,400 Yamaha RMAX helicopters spray Japanese rice fields with pesticides or are used for planting, managing weeds and fertilizing.
In the heart of California’s Napa Valley wine-growing region, the University of California at Davis is testing Yamaha’s RMAX to fertilize its Oakville Station vineyard, thanks to special FAA clearance and restrictions. Such drone applications are ideal for agricultural sites where inclines are too steep for tractors, tight valleys that are unsafe for fixed-wing aircraft, or where the powerful downwash from standard helicopter blades can damage crops.
In the field of conservation, Conservation Drones, a global nonprofit group, uses drones to survey the rainforests of northern Sumatra (Indonesia) for orangutans’ nesting spots. The alternative – scientists walking with heavy equipment through the forests to document their findings – is more time-consuming, labor-intensive and costly than using drones. The images taken by the drones will help local organizations petition the government to protect national park land from developers who want to farm palm trees for oil.
Recently, both Google and Facebook have invested in drone technology to progress their mutual goal to enable Internet connectivity in underserved areas. In March 2014, Facebook acquired UK drone manufacturer Ascenta, whose aerospace engineers joined Facebook’s Connectivity Lab to focus on connectivity aircraft. A month later, Google acquired Titan Aerospace, a US startup founded in 2012 that makes high-altitude, solar-powered drones.
Drones are not limited to outdoor use, however. Qimarox, a material-handling company based in Harderwijk, the Netherlands, is studying the use of drones for picking goods off shelves and assembling them into pallet loads – inside a warehouse. The company envisions manufacturers of consumer products using drones to design a compact, flexible and scalable palletizing process.
“Because of capacity and ergonomic limitations, using people to stack goods on pallets is no longer an option for most manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods,” said Jaco Hooijer, Qimarox’s operational manager. “Using drones, they can fully automate the palletizing process while retaining the much greater level of flexibility and scalability entailed when using people.”
AUVSI projects the expansion of commercial drone technology could produce an economic impact in the USA alone of more than US$82 billion in the first decade of operation.
Despite the FAA’s recently published drone plan, experts concur that US regulators have a long way to go in developing safety regulations for the commercial use of small, unmanned aircraft. The current deadline for the FAA to produce safety regulations is August 2014, but recent testimony by the US Government Accountability Office and the US Department of Transportation’s Office of Inspector General indicate that deadline is unlikely to be met.
Until safety regulations are in place, commercial applications of drones are all but grounded in the US. In the meantime, the FAA is setting up six drone research and test sites from Alaska to Virginia, the first of which should be operational by July 2014.
“Initially, we see the commercial use of drones limited to visual line-of-sight in daytime operations only, so they can be landed quickly in case of emergency,” AUVSI’s Gielow said. “They’ll also be flying below the floor for general aviation, at no more than 400 feet (122 meters).” For now, that ceiling excludes Amazon’s plans. “Amazon’s parcel delivery concept not only requires a drone that operates autonomously via GPS,” Gielow said, “but one with the proper sensing technology to avoid collision with another drone or other aircraft, and that is all still very much in the research stage.”
Command-and-control considerations are among the more immediate and critical drone safety issues, with important concerns such as how line-of-sight pilots will control a drone if communication is lost. For example, will the drone continue to hover at its existing altitude, return to its take-off point, conduct a preplanned orbit, or simply land somewhere else? Experts also are focused on protecting communication links from hacking and other types of interference.
ON THE HORIZON
Autonomous, unmanned flying drones are just the first of many autonomous transportation concepts lined up to change everyday life.
“Technology will disrupt every facet of every job,” US venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya, founder of the Social+Capital Partnership, recently told McKinsey Global Institute. The autonomous vehicle concept – including both automobiles and drones – is a disruptive technology that could significantly impact nations’ gross domestic products, Palihapitiya believes.
“Can you imagine a fleet of small electric cars that delivers mail? A fleet of drones that drops off parcels right at your doorstep? A fleet of trucks that doesn’t cause traffic congestion? An entire fleet of vehicles that provides public transportation in a predictable way? All of these things have massive potential impacts to commerce and to mobility of individuals.” ◆
Conservation drones survey orangutans’ nesting spots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHLSuiEt5Lw | aerospace |
https://www.worldstockmarket.net/ukraine-russia-says-it-has-used-supersonic-missiles/ | 2022-07-02T18:01:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104189587.61/warc/CC-MAIN-20220702162147-20220702192147-00415.warc.gz | 0.955604 | 170 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__135981412 | en | The Russian Defense Ministry announced today that the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal supersonic missiles (nicknamed “manual” or “dagger”) were used to destroy an underground depot of missiles and ammunition for aircraft in western Ukraine.
He also said that radio communication equipment and reconnaissance centers near the port of Odessa were destroyed, according to the Russian news agency Interfax.
Ultrasonic missiles, with a design that allows them to perform complex maneuvers throughout the flight and reach speeds of up to 10 Mach, are now impossible to shoot down by any air defense system, at least according to Moscow.
They were used for the first time in the war in Ukraine, the state news agency RIA reported.
Reuters news agency notes that it is impossible to verify these announcements independently. | aerospace |
http://www.designnews.com/author.asp?section_id=1392&doc_id=209405 | 2014-12-29T14:41:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-52/segments/1419447563342.152/warc/CC-MAIN-20141224185923-00045-ip-10-231-17-201.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.935608 | 455 | CC-MAIN-2014-52 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-52__0__194626667 | en | One of outcomes of the drive to reduce fuel consumption will be a major drive to composites. Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner will improve fuel efficiency 20 percent through use of composites in half of its structure. All of the material is coming, at least for now, from Toray Industries, the world’s largest supplier of PAN-based carbon fiber. Toray says demand for the material is growing at a 15 per cent annual rate, with much of the immediate push coming from the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. But Toray says a major demand developing from auto producers, which are already experimenting with high-tech thermoplastic composites. The carbon fiber matrices will also be used more in CNG tanks. Prices of the materials are soaring, and there have been reports of supply constraints. Toray is spending close to $1 billion now to boost capacity.
An MIT research team has invented what they see as a solution to the need for biodegradable 3D-printable materials made from something besides petroleum-based sources: a water-based robotic additive extrusion method that makes objects from biodegradable hydrogel composites.
Alcoa has unveiled a new manufacturing and materials technology for making aluminum sheet, aimed especially at automotive, industrial, and packaging applications. If all its claims are true, this is a major breakthrough, and may convince more automotive engineers to use aluminum.
NASA has just installed a giant robot to help in its research on composite aerospace materials, like those used for the Orion spacecraft. The agency wants to shave the time it takes to get composites through design, test, and manufacturing stages.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is working with architects Foster + Partners to test the possibility of using lunar regolith, or moon rocks, and 3D printing to make structures for use on the moon. A new video shows some cool animations of a hypothetical lunar mission that carries out this vision.
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https://wikispooks.com/wiki/Huffman_Aviation | 2018-01-18T11:53:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084887253.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20180118111417-20180118131417-00155.warc.gz | 0.794791 | 473 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__234010193 | en | Huffman Aviation was established in 1972 as Venice Flying Service, and was reorganized in 1987 and renamed as Huffman Aviation. Huffman Aviation was purchased by Dutchman Rudi Dekkers in 1999. At the time of purchase, the school had a fleet of 12 small aircraft. Huffman offered private pilot, instrument rating, Commercial pilot, Multi-Engine Ratings and flight instructor training, but did not offer training on larger, jet aircraft. More than 80% of the school's students were foreign nationals, following a marketing campaign designed to attract overseas students.
Both Mohamed Atta and Marwan al-Shehhi attended the school, purportedly in order to learn how to fly small aircraft. According to the 9/11 official narrative, this enabled them to fly the larger planes used on that day.
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Biggest Rc Plane
The popularity of radio controlled model airplanes has exploded in recent years. You can find RC model airplanes for sale in most toy and sporting goods stores. There is no shortage of complete packages on the market that sell for less than $50, though I do not necessarily recommend these bottom drawer systems.
The process for learning to fly model helicopters properly is very similar to what I describe here, but I will be focusing on airplanes.
Learning to fly RC is not hard, but there are Read the rest of this entry »
The Biggest Plane
The Mi-26 was developed in the 1970′s as a heavy-lift helicopter after the unsuccessful development of the Mil V-12. The designers were required to design a super lift helicopter that had an empty weight less than half of its maximum takeoff weight. As the successor to the Mi-6 and Mi-12 heavy lift helicopters the Mi-26 was designed for both military and civilian use. Primarily the Mil-26 was designed to meet military requirements with twice the cabin space of the previous world’s largest Mi-6. In this role it was designed to move mobile ballistic missiles and 13 ton amphibious armoured Read the rest of this entry »
Smallest Rc Plane
The world is ‘going small’, from cars, mobile phones, computers to all other gadgets and machines, which we normally use. Space is becoming limited and so the need to change even in the ‘flying world’. Considering the limitations, gave rise to Micro RC airplanes, which are very small versions of model planes and are commonly known as micro flyers.
Micro RC planes are common and popular today. It is not easy to find a big vacant park, where you can fly your models planes. But, this does not mean, you should give up your favorite hobby. Read the rest of this entry »
Biggest Rc Plane
What you should consider before converting your RC airplane gas engine to an electric motor system. With the changes in RC electric motor technology it is possible to fly ANY size model using RC plane electric motors. The biggest leap in making this possible has been two fold. First we have model airplane electric engines that are powerful enough, not to mention much more efficient, that they rival or even surpass gas/slimers/smokers/nitro hogs, or whatever else you may call RC airplane gas engines.
In fact you can expect to see an increase in the performance of Read the rest of this entry » | aerospace |
https://www.redboxaviation.com/aircraft/dehavilland-dhc-8-100b/ | 2023-02-04T06:23:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500094.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20230204044030-20230204074030-00681.warc.gz | 0.958687 | 318 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__233945648 | en | The De Havilland Canada DHC-8, now known as the Bombardier Dash 8, is a series of turboprop regional airliners, designed and introduced by de Havilland Canada in 1984. The Dash 8 was developed based on the predecessing Dash 7, with improved performance. The original model was designated the name DHC-8-100, which was able to seat 37-39 passangers, utilising twin Pratt & Whitney PW120 engines. Other characteristics that were re-envisoned based on predecessing models was the very high aspect ration wing, pointed nose profile and retractable landing gear.
Red Box is pleased to offer a great range of ground power equipment for this aircraft, including tugs, ground power units, start power units, aviation tools, and more, which are perfectly suited to the requirements of the De Havilland DHC-8-100B Dash 8 aircrafts.
This includes the popular RBI9400T mechanic hand trolley case complete with 161 BAHCO tools, the 757 tug, and the RBSC300 continuous power unit, which is ideal for diagnostic work, pre flight checks or for continuous powering of equipment during operations, without draining the onboard aircraft batteries. We also offer a combination of start and continuous power in one unit for the De Havilland DHC-8-100B Dash 8 aircrafts in our TC3000 range.
View all recommended ground power equipment, tools and Tugs for the De Havilland DHC-8-100B Dash 8 aircrafts below. | aerospace |
https://legacy.totaluae.com/news/drone-tie-up-between-amazon-and-uk-gets-ball-rolling/ | 2021-10-23T16:37:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585737.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20211023162040-20211023192040-00139.warc.gz | 0.951356 | 459 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__272129001 | en | Amazon and the British government have announced a partnership to test the e-commerce major’s aerial drone parcel delivery technology.
Supervised by the United Kingdom’s aviation safety regulator, the civil aviation authority (CAA), the trial will test the drones when they are out of sight from operators, measure their ability to identify and avoid obstacles and gauge the success of operators flying multiple drones at once, Amazon said on Tuesday.
“We want to enable the innovation that arises from the development of drone technology by safely integrating drones into the overall aviation system,” said Tim Johnson, a policy director at the CAA, said in the statement. “These tests by Amazon will help inform our policy and future approach.”
Lior Yekoutieli, the head of Global Technology Alliances at Deloitte, said Amazon’s collaboration with the UK was necessary to get commercial drone technology off the ground. “The UK is gaining short-term advantage, but this agreement will have benefits for the worldwide drone delivery market,” Mr Yekoutieli said. “There needed to be collaboration between a technology company and regulator to make it all happen.”
Amazon, which is trying to reduce its dependence on logistics companies such as UPS and FedEx, applauded the UK for allowing drone delivery to move forward. “The UK is charting a path forward for drone technology that will benefit customers, industry and society,” said Paul Misener, Amazon’s vice president of global innovation policy and communications.
Amazon’s partnership with the UK comes one month after the US department of transportation’s federal aviation administration finalised the first operational rules for commercial use of drones that require pilots to keep the unmanned aircraft within line of sight.
In April, a UK government official criticised Amazon for not providing guidance about the safe operation of drones to customers. The company responded by saying such information was included on its website. Also that month, a British Airways pilot landing at London’s Heathrow airport reported a drone had struck the airplane, an incident that has not been confirmed, although a number of near-misses in 2015 were acknowledged.
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https://www.aihitdata.com/company/004FCCA5/airpower-insurance/overview | 2020-02-21T22:38:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875145538.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20200221203000-20200221233000-00471.warc.gz | 0.93379 | 219 | CC-MAIN-2020-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__182749541 | en | Updated 73 days ago
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https://webnf.ru/gallery/helicopter-pilot-helmet.php | 2024-02-23T02:48:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474360.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20240223021632-20240223051632-00095.warc.gz | 0.888822 | 963 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__136045186 | en | LH is MSA world recognized generation of flight helmet designed for pilots and crew members performing: Rescue, Combat or Transport flights on helicopters. MSA GALLET FLIGHT HELMETS are especially designed and developed for the aviation pilot, available for all helicopter, fixed wing, agricultural and warbird. The EVO is a type-1 helmet meaning it's DOI certified for "Both" Fixed and Rotor-wing aircraft. It's fast becoming one of the most popular helmets for. Helicopter helmets are a critically important piece of equipment and plays an essential role for every pilot and crew. The MSA LH/MACH 1 & LH/MACH 2. Pilot Helmet The LMT Pilot helmet is designed for flight crew members of civilian or military helicopters. They operate mainly on board and require head.
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http://www.falntyna.com/fixed-base-operators-on-commercial-airports/ | 2023-12-04T18:37:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100534.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204182901-20231204212901-00840.warc.gz | 0.966227 | 628 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__235457828 | en | For the uninitiated, FBO represents Fixed Base Operator – an expression that’s extremely relevant both in the general and commercial aviation sectors. The aviation marketplace is propelled by a number of companies and service providers, many of which are centered on helping different parties with vested interests. FBO basically appeal to the needs of general aviation, and dependant upon their profile, they could work with commercial carriers and also other individual businesses that require on-airport services. In this post, we shall talk about FBOs and exactly how their services are very important and pertinent with the sector.
The requirement of FBO
It is quite hard to generalize the scope at work done by Fixed Base Operators, primary as their roles at different airports may differ tremendously. They are, however, crucial to the aviation customers they serve. As mentioned, an FBO may choose to help a regular commercial airline, or they can be involved in airport maintenance as licensed by the airport sponsor together with the overseeing regulatory authority. FBOs are very important because they offer a critical service, the unbooked time of aviation fuels, for the airports they serve. Their services assist in maintaining standards and services with an airport, and in addition they can serve commercial carriers as well as the typical aviation public. Many FBOs are termed full service, meaning they offer additional services for instance Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) and Aircraft Charter and Management (ACM) in addition to your core FBO services of aircraft handling, fueling and hangaring. It largely will depend on the nature from the airport and local interest on services.
Things to expect
FBOs serve in various roles. Almost all FBOs give the core line services of aircraft handling, fueling and hangaring. Most provide facilities with amenities to the flying public and flight crews, including general aviation terminals with customer satisfaction desks and seating areas, flight planning and pilot lounges and rest areas, along with amenities. When it comes to commercial services, FBOs at many regional airports provides commercial handling and fueling its keep is not enough commercial plan to rise for the level of your stand-alone alternative party provider. Although somewhat less frequent, FBO personnel can offer some above wing services for example passenger ticketing, sign on and gate agent services.
Working which has a FBO
If you are an airport sponsor or someone that needs help with airport businesses, you ought to be careful about precisely how you choose the very best FBO management service. Expertise and experience matter one of the most in this sector, provided that the cost of operations gets higher as interest on higher service levels and facilities is constantly increase. You need a team that knows your small business goals and will offer dedicated help with complex aviation logistics. As a potential client, you must carefully diligence their experience and capabilities, and you ought to always be able to contact their references. FBOs are wonderful at overcoming operational challenges, but working together with the right company who understands your requirements and meets your expectations is crucial.
Check online now to find the very best FBOs operating. | aerospace |
http://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/space?page=122 | 2014-04-25T08:24:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-15/segments/1398223211700.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20140423032011-00339-ip-10-147-4-33.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.913599 | 431 | CC-MAIN-2014-15 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-15__0__122685190 | en | Explore astronomy, from the latest trip to the International Space Station to alien planets outside our solar system.
NASA is suing Apollo 14 astronaut Ed Mitchell over a moon camera that Mitchell aims to sell at auction.
Former astronauts say the space program is in 'disarray' and fear the end of the shuttles could mean a permanent decline in U.S. space leadership.
While NASA's chief legacy of its space shuttle program may be the International Space Station, cool research has also been done aboard the shuttles themselves. Here’s a list of 6 standouts from 30 years of shuttle science.
Storms expected to reach Kennedy Space Center just as the shuttle Atlantis would launch.
NASA's last shuttle launch blasts off on July 8. Here's what excited launch viewers need to know before liftoff.
Safety and reliability are key traits for privately owned shuttles to have.
The final NASA shuttle will carry food, clothing and other supplies to the International Space Station.
NASA will fly one last space shuttle mission before shuttering the 30-year program for good. That means thousands of shuttle workers are facing layoffs or reassignment.
NASA's space shuttles have flown some peculiar and crazy objects into orbit, including a lightsaber and dirt from Yankee Stadium.
NASA's space shuttle program officially began in 1972, but its roots go all the way back to a Nazi concept vehicle from the 1930s.
The super-bright galaxy ULAS J1120+0641 is also the most distant quasar ever seen.
A partial solar eclipse will occur Friday, but won't likely be visible to anyone on Earth. The solar eclipse is the third eclipse in a rare series, but occurs over an uninhabited region.
Atlantis will fly the 135th and final shuttle mission.
Recovering Congresswoman received a standing ovation from those in attendance at the event.
NASA did not have enough advance notice to maneuver the International Space Station to a safer position.
Activist and author blogs about politics, energy and Earth's resources.
Science journalist blogs about humans and other wildlife. | aerospace |
https://theairlinewebsite.com/profile/94-ex-9a-guy/ | 2022-08-15T18:10:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572198.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815175725-20220815205725-00381.warc.gz | 0.979939 | 399 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__161667436 | en | Getting this 3rd hand but it seems to explain certain anomalies
According to Karachi Airport runway inspection report prepared by Pakistan CAA.
Left engine scrape marks 4500 feet from runway start.
Right engine scrape marks 5500 feet from runway start.
Both engines scrape marks 6000 feet to 7000 feet from runway start.
On the first attempt they called "established ILS 25L, 5 miles" while the tower responded that they were at "3,500 feet" which is too high for 5 miles. Tower offered vectors for a left 360 to reduce altitude but they declined. Accidentally landed with gears up, damaged engines in process, went around and completely lost engines on finals.
The crew was unprofessional. This was no accident. It was pilot error.
On the first approach, the aircraft maintained an overall flight path angle of 6.57 degrees (as opposed to the normal 3 degrees). The tower offered them a left-360 so that they could loose altitude gradually. They declined the offer and said they were "comfortable" and "established on ILS 25L" (which means both the glide slope and the localizer). Here, the pilots were actually dishonest as they were too high (3,500' at 5 miles instead of being 3,000' at 10 miles) to be on the glide slope.
With such a steep approach (20% steeper than London City airport's 5.5 degrees and 100% steeper than Karachi's 3 degrees), they forgot to deploy the landing gear. The engine pods made contact with the runway thrice and damaged the main fans of both the engines. The pilots knew they had **bleep** up and in an apparent attempt to cover up their mistake, they tried to go around. The damage to the engines was serious and after over-temping the engine cores a couple minutes later due to the damaged main fans, the engines quit completely by the time they were on short finals the second time. | aerospace |
https://honeyreporter.com/after-seizing-two-us-drones-in-the-red-sea-iran-released-them-again/ | 2023-01-28T03:33:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499470.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20230128023233-20230128053233-00844.warc.gz | 0.967483 | 333 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__203211031 | en | Iran’s navy has released two unmanned US drones in the Red Sea after seizing them for several hours. These drones were impounded on the grounds that they pose a threat to maritime security. This is the second such incident in a week. Al-Jazeera reported this information on Iran’s state media.
Iran’s state television reported on Friday that the Iranian Navy’s warship Zamaran intercepted two unmanned drones on Thursday. After alerting the US Navy, they were impounded to avoid any possible accidents. They were released in safe areas after ensuring the safety of international shipping lanes.
The footage shows some members of the Iranian Navy pushing two drones from the deck of their ship towards the sea.
According to Iranian state media, a patrol team of the country’s navy found several drones abandoned in international waters. After being warned twice, two drones were seized to avoid possible accidents. After ensuring the safety of international shipping lanes, the 84 Squadron of the Navy released them in a safe area.
Timothy Hawkins, spokesman for the US Navy’s Middle East-based branch of the Fifth Fleet, admitted to such an incident yesterday in an interview with the US media. However, he refused to give details in this regard.
Earlier on Tuesday, Iran’s paramilitary Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) seized a US drone in the Persian Gulf. According to US officials, the drone was released after a US Navy warship and helicopter arrived at the scene.
Iran targeted the new drone task force of the US Navy’s Middle East-based Fifth Fleet for the first time on Tuesday. | aerospace |
https://roboticsbiz.com/the-condor-largest-heavy-lift-long-range-cargo-delivery-drone/ | 2024-04-17T04:49:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817144.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417044411-20240417074411-00889.warc.gz | 0.925253 | 522 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__87020035 | en | The Condor is a heavy-lift, long-range cargo delivery drone, introduced by Drone Delivery Canada (DDC), with a lifting capability of 180kgs (400lbs) of payload, a travel range of 200kms and an operating speed of 120kph.
This large cargo, long-range delivery drone was in the display recently at public and investor launch events at the TMX Broadcast Centre Gallery in Toronto.
The multi-package payload compartment is designed to carry approximately 20 cubic feet of cargo. The Condor measures 22 feet long, 5 feet wide, and 7 feet tall. It has a rotor diameter of roughly 20 feet and is capable of vertical takeoff and landing. It is equipped with DDC’s proprietary FLYTE management system, which is the same platform used in all of DDC’s cargo delivery drones.
The company will begin the commercialization of the Condor soon. The phase of Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) flight testing will take place at the Foremost UAS Test Range in Alberta in the summer of 2020 under a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC), anticipated in Q2 2020.
“Market response to the Condor has been overwhelmingly strong. The capabilities of the Condor address many social (medical, pharmaceutical, remote communities, humanitarian aid, etc.) and economic (mining, oil & gas, courier, etc.) use-cases being requested by the company’s customers. These requests are happening globally,” said Michael Zahra, President, and CEO.
“Based on direct market feedback, this will be a game-changer for the company, our customers, and the industry overall. Additionally, DDC’s patented FLYTE system is airframe agnostic. It can easily be integrated onto future DDC or 3rd party drones and rotary or fixed-wing manned aircraft to allow the company to offer a strong technology roadmap for even heavier-lift and longer-range drones in the future.”
The company is active in deploying commercial agreements and anticipates seeing operations start in Q1 with revenue-generating contracts. The company is currently in discussions with various potential customers, who all have expressed keen interest in the Condor once finalizing commercial testing in Foremost.
Drone Delivery Canada is a drone technology company focused on the design, development, and implementation of its proprietary logistics software platform, using drones. The company’s platform is a Software as a Service (SaaS) model for governments and global corporate organizations. | aerospace |
https://www.nwfdailynews.com/news/20200407/how-many-flights-are-in-air-right-now-live-map | 2021-04-19T18:45:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038916163.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20210419173508-20210419203508-00460.warc.gz | 0.902852 | 251 | CC-MAIN-2021-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__214467485 | en | This content is being provided for free as a public service to our readers during the coronavirus outbreak. Please support local journalism by subscribing to the Northwest Florida Daily News or the Panama City News Herald .
Flightradar24 is a global flight tracking service that provides real-time information about thousands of aircraft around the world.
Flightradar24 combines data from several data sources including ADS-B, MLAT and radar data. The ADS-B, MLAT and radar data is aggregated together with schedule and flight status data from airlines and airports to create a unique flight tracking experience on www.flightradar24.com and in Flightradar24 apps.
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The primary technology that Flightradar24 use to receive flight information is called automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B). The ADS-B technology itself is best explained by the image to the right.
– Aircraft gets its location from a GPS navigation source (satellite)
– The ADS-B transponder on aircraft transmits signal containing the location (and much more)
– ADS-B signal is picked up by a receiver connected to Flightradar24
– Receiver feeds data to Flightradar24 | aerospace |
https://optimization-online.org/2015/06/4971/ | 2023-09-30T01:54:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510575.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20230930014147-20230930044147-00278.warc.gz | 0.913267 | 329 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__77640782 | en | The integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) into civil airspace is one of the most challenging problems for the automation of the Controlled Airspace, and the optimization of the UAS route is a key step for this process. In this paper, we optimize the planning phase of a UAS mission that consists of departing from an airport, flying over a set of mission way points and coming back to the initial airport. We assume that during the mission a set of piloted aircraft flies in the same airspace and thus the cost of the UAS route depends on the air traffic and on the avoidance manoeuvre used to prevent possible conflicts. Two Air Traffic Management techniques, i.e., rerouting and holding, are modelled in order to maintain a minimum separation between the UAS and the piloted aircraft. Heuristic algorithms are proposed for the solution of the considered problem, called the Time Dependent Traveling Salesman Planning Problem in Controlled Airspace (TDTSPPCA). A mathematical formulation based on a particular version of the Time Dependent Traveling Salesman Problem (TDTSP), which allows holdings at mission way points, is proposed for solving the TDTSPPCA, and applied to the UAS route planning phase to minimize the total operational cost. Another formulation, based on a Travelling Salesman Problem variant that uses specific penalties to model the holding times, is proposed and compared with the first one. Finally, computa- tional experiments on real-world air traffic data from Milano Linate Terminal Manoeuvring are reported to evaluate the performance of the proposed models and of the heuristic algorithms. | aerospace |
http://www.planecrazydownunder.com/tag/lockheed-martin/ | 2017-03-30T00:54:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218191444.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212951-00522-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.906028 | 1,301 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__234164940 | en | F35 Cockpit Demonstrator
Exclusive PCDU F-35 event limited to 30 places – first in first served
Plane Crazy Down Under is proud to present:
F-35: From the Cockpit with F-35 Program Chief Test Pilot Alan Norman
When: 5:20PM, Thursday, 17 March 2016
Where: Dialogue, 4 National Circuit, Barton ACT 2600
You’re invited to learn more about the unique capabilities of the F-35, the world’s most advanced multi-role fighter aircraft. At this exclusive event, you’ll have an opportunity to ask Al questions, before Al puts Grant through his paces in Lockheed Martin’s F-35 interactive cockpit demonstrator, a visually and audibly interactive simulator that highlights the fighter aircraft’s advanced technology and combat capabilities.
This is an exclusive opportunity open only to PCDU followers. Spaces are limited so please send an email to [email protected] to secure your spot. We’re looking forward to seeing you there.
Light refreshments will be served.
Chief F35 Test Pilot Alan Norman
A bit about Al
Prior to assuming his F-35 Chief Test Pilot responsibilities in 2011, Al was a Lockheed Martin Experimental Test Pilot for the F-22 Program for 12 years as well as Lockheed’s Chief Pilot for the TX program. Al has flown more than 6,000 flight hours in over 70 different kinds of aircraft. He was an operational F-4 and F-16 fighter pilot in the USAF in Korea and Germany. He served as an F-16 RTU instructor pilot at MacDill AFB for 5 years and then attended the USAF Test Pilot School in 1994. Subsequently, Al was an F-16 experimental test pilot for the USAF.
A big thanks to Lockheed Martin for making this happen.
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With Australia’s confirmed purchase of a total of 72 F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, Steve & Grant are joined by Andrew McLaughlin from COMINT (Communications Intelligence) to discuss the F-35 and its operation within the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). We also feature a number of great interviews with Lockheed Martin staff and an in-depth discussion with Air Vice Marshall Kym “Koz” Osley regarding the work required to integrate the F35 into the RAAF.
F-35A, B & C models
(Image supplied by Lockheed Martin)
After an introductory discussion on the F35 between Andrew, Steve & Grant, this episode features:
- 0:09:49 – Excerpts from the press conference held at RAAF Base Pt Cook in March 2014 where AVM Kym Osley discussed the F35 purchase and Deputy Chief of Air Force (DCAF) AVM Leo Davies introduced the first two RAAF pilots to go to the USA for F35 training: SQN LDR David “Belly” Bell & SQN LDR Andrew “Jacko” Jackson.
- 0:13:19 – Lockheed Martin test pilot Billie Flynn talks to us about his career from a Canadian F18 pilot seeing combat in Kosovo to a test pilot on the Eurofighter Typhoon and on to the F35.
Australia’s first two F35 pilots:
SQN LDR Andrew ‘Jacko’ Jackson & SQN LDR David ‘Belly’ Bell
- 0:23:17 – Graham Bentley is ex-RAAF and the Lockheed Martin Business Development Manager in Australia. We talk to him about his career from flying P3 Orions to commanding the Australian Forces in the Middle East and on to his role as Air Attache in Washington, USA. He also discusses LockMart’s preparations to bring the F35 to Australia and the technologies it’ll bring with it.
- 0:32:42 – Steven L Over, Lockheed Martin’s Director of F-35 International Business Development, talks to us about component manufacturing being undertaken within Australia.
- 0:40:44 – Billie Flynn returns to talk with Grant in more detail regarding the F-35’s new high-tech helmet.
Billie Flynn running Steve through the cockpit of the F35
- 0:52:39 – Grant catches up with AVM Kym “Koz” Osley for an in-depth discussion on the work involved in bringing the F-35 into the RAAF, including infrastructure construction at airports, staffing & training, support equipment and perhaps the most complex part of the F-35’s support environment: Autonomic Logistics Information System (aka “ALIS”)
- 1:52:49 – We wrap up the episode with a further discussion between Andrew, Steve & Grant on the F-35 aircraft, the program and the potential for Australia to operate the F-35B on our new Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) ships (gotta use that ski-ramp, right?)
Grant gets to check out the F-35 cockpit. Fortunately it has burners, just like a hot air balloon :)
Cover image thanks to Lockheed Martin
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It’s time once again for the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition (aka Avalon 2011) and Team PCDU are there to arrange interviews with people & organisations that catch our eye. Today was our second day at the airshow and we spent lots of time recording new content and arranging more interviews for the next few days. The content we selected for this Quick Cast includes:
- A chat with RAAF staff operating & managing the Heron Remotely Piloted Vehicle, the RAAF’s first unmanned front-line aircraft
- A chat with Lockheed Martin’s team behind their ISR testbed aircraft
- Today’s update from Timbo on movements at the Warbird, Combat Jet and Keyhole tarmacs
These Avalon Quick Cast episodes are being sponsored by Aviation Advertiser and supported by Red Baron and Temby Automotive. | aerospace |
https://pace.oceansciences.org/gallery_more.cgi?id=162 | 2021-12-03T16:42:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964362891.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20211203151849-20211203181849-00314.warc.gz | 0.862284 | 112 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__105078479 | en | NAAMES Team Prepares for Flight
[16-May-16] The NAAMES team prepares a C-130 for a flight to St. John's International Airport, where it will reside between scientific sortees. The plane will rendezvous with the R/V Atlantis
, a Global Class Research Vessel owned by the U.S. Navy and operated by Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute. Their observations, combined with continuous satellite and in situ
ocean sensor measurements, will enable improved predictive capabilities of Earth system processes for management and assessment of ecosystem change. | aerospace |
https://www.cweb.com/businessman-who-went-to-space-with-shatner-on-blue-origin-dies-in-a-plane-crash | 2021-12-03T01:33:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964362571.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20211203000401-20211203030401-00565.warc.gz | 0.977533 | 530 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__108065789 | en | On Thursday, Glen de Vries, a businessman and medical research software expert, who flew to space in Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket with William Shatner and others died along with a flight instructor. He was flying in a small single engine plane with Thomas Fischer, of Fischer Aviation. The plane crashed around 3 p.m. in Sussex County in New Jersey.
According to the New Jersey Herald, around 3 p.m., the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) alerted police that the single-engine Cessna 172 plane went missing near Kemah Lake in New Jersey. Emergency responders found the wreckage before 4 p.m., “in a heavily wooded area” in Hampton, according to a report from Patch.
The FAA said that the crash had taken place “under unknown circumstances.” It also added that a preliminary report on the crash would be released in a few days. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash.
We are devastated to hear of the sudden passing of Glen de Vries. He brought so much life and energy to the entire Blue Origin team and to his fellow crewmates. His passion for aviation, his charitable work, and his dedication to his craft will long be revered and admired. pic.twitter.com/1hwnjntTVs— Blue Origin (@blueorigin) November 12, 2021
As of now, it is not known whether the 49-year old businessman Glen de Vries or the the flight instructor 54-year old Thomas P. Fischer was piloting the plane. De Vries was an instrument-rated pilot while Fischer was the owner of a flight school—Fischer Aviation as well as its chief instructor.
De Vries who was a molecular biologist, co-founded Medidata Solutions. He studied at New York University and Carnegie Mellon University. According to a report by the Daily Mail, the company’s software has managed over 25,000 clinical trials. These trials involved data collected from over 700 million people. In 1999, Dassault Systems acquired Medidata for $5.8 billion.
Last month, the co-founder of Medidata Solutions had flown to space. He had been very excited about his trip to space and called it “a dream come true.” He was a part of the second crew who flew to space. He had paid to board the flight along with William Shatner, who reportedly flew free of charge, Australian entrepreneur Chris Boshuizen and Blue Origin executive Audrey Powers
Condolences have poured in from many including Blue Origin and Dassault Systems. | aerospace |
https://www.flightjournal.com/on-this-day-in-aviation-history-489/ | 2023-12-03T15:09:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100508.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20231203125921-20231203155921-00765.warc.gz | 0.87528 | 193 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__127276745 | en | 1897 – Birth of Gilbert Jean Uteau, French World War I flying ace.
1942 – The first live test of a nylon parchute is made by Adeline Gray at Brainard Field near Hartford, Conn.
1967 – Death of Zeus Soucek, record-setting U.S. Navy aviator.
1969 – Mexicana Flight 704, a Boeing 727, crashes on approach to Monterrey, Mexico, killing all 79 people on board. Among the dead is Mexican tennis star Rafael Osuna.
1980 – First flight of the Mitsubishi F-15J/DJ Eagle (DJ variant shown), a Japanese license-built version of the McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle for the JASDF.
2011 – Bobby Bradley, age 9, takes off solo in a hot air balloon in New Mexico and lands about a half-hour later, becoming the youngest trained pilot to accomplish such a feat. | aerospace |
http://indyham.com/2015/02/22/ | 2023-03-22T05:24:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296943750.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20230322051607-20230322081607-00124.warc.gz | 0.933272 | 180 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__44822673 | en | I have been waiting in anticipation all weekend to catch a chance to receive some radio signals from the international Space Station in order to decode pictures the Russian cosmonauts are sending via SSTV (Slow Scan Television) Mode PD180 to commemorate 80th anniversary of the birth of first cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin. Although they were delayed in getting the SSTV system online, they did get it done after all the work they had been doing up there to re-arrange modules on the station.
Check out some of the images I received in my shack today…..
Learn more information here at AMSAT-UK: AMSAT
Software: MMSSTV (Free)
SSTV Format: PD180
Frequency: 145.800 MHz FM
Antenna: M2 VHF and UHF EggBeater | aerospace |
https://www.aviationacrossamerica.org/economic-impact/colorado/ | 2018-02-21T19:15:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891813712.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20180221182824-20180221202824-00451.warc.gz | 0.921403 | 350 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__59037059 | en | According to the 2013 Economic Impact Study for Colorado Airports, general aviation airports contribute $2.4 billion to the state’s economy.
The 2013 Economic Impact Study for Colorado Airports found that the economic impact of visitors that travel to Colorado via general aviation is about $700 million annually.
According to the Colorado Aeronautics Division, Colorado is home to 61 public-use general aviation airports. According to FAA data, Colorado airports serve 17,583 pilots and 5,468 active general aviation aircraft. The 2013 Economic Impact Study for Colorado Airports estimated that one million visitors arrive to Colorado on general aviation aircraft each year.
According to the same study, in Colorado, aviation sustains more than 256,000 jobs and a payroll of $12.6 billion, with a total statewide output of $36.7 billion.
The 2013 Economic Impact Study for Colorado Airports calculated the annual economic impact of general aviation in Colorado at $2.4 billion. According to the same study, Centennial Airport, the largest general aviation airport in the state, has an economic impact of more than $1.3 billion. The economic impact of visitors that travel to Colorado by general aviation is about $700 million annually.
FAA data states that Colorado is home to 75 repair stations, 9 FAA-approved pilot schools, 3,668 flight instructors and 3,098 student pilots. In addition, according to the AC-U-KWIK database, there are 68 fixed-base operators in the state. According to Helicopter Association International, there are 185 heliports in Colorado.
According to the University Aviation Association, flight departments in Colorado include Metropolitan State University of Denver and Aims Community College in Greeley. | aerospace |
http://spectair.com/en/academy/advanced-training-courses/ | 2017-11-18T23:25:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934805114.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20171118225302-20171119005302-00430.warc.gz | 0.962272 | 191 | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__140701828 | en | For both graduates of the SPECTAIR ACADEMY and experienced drone pilots, SPECTAIR ACADEMY offers specific advanced training courses, which deal with individual applications. From the many years of experience gained, the flight instructors are able to incorporate their practical knowledge and solid project experience into these purposeful 1-day workshops. This offers trainee pilots the possibility to continue their training regarding individual tasks and specific applications. The advantage for the trainee pilot: The trainers at the SPECTAIR ACADEMY are not only well-versed in flying the most suitable drone for any particular mission, but are also aware of the challenges associated with the different areas of application that pilots face on their numerous missions. The practical experience which has been gained by the flight instructor is thus a decisive factor in the quality and hands-on experience received during the advanced training courses.
The course fee is € 1,200 plus VAT at the applicable rate. | aerospace |
http://gyanpro.com/blog/is-it-right-to-say-that-wright-brothers-discovered-aircraft-or-did-indians-knew-it-before-2/ | 2020-05-30T15:28:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347409337.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20200530133926-20200530163926-00516.warc.gz | 0.875106 | 835 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__76996634 | en | SHLOKA: Atha vaimanikan lohananukramisyamah saumaka-
Sodasadha bhavantiti te
Meaning: Now we sequence the metals for aircrafts- Thermal (Saumaka), Acidic (Soundalika) and relating to shape (Maurtvika). The aircraft technologists say that by alloying these (three metal categories) 16 varieties of heat-conducting metals come into being.
Meaning: These are heat bearing, heat conducting (thermal), heat proof, shining, acid-proof, toxic (weapon grade) non-malleable, fire proof, weight proof, cold-proof, poison proof (anti toxic), acid proof (alkaline), toxic (weapon grade), surgical grade, wrought metal and wind proof.
Source: Brhad-vimana-sastram, Lohadhikaranam, Maharsih Bharadvajah.
Saumaka= Of the moon= cool= Relating to temperature= Thermal
Saundalika= Relating to juices/acids
Maurtvika= Concerned with shape/form.
Pancha+ghna= Non malleable
Garala+ghna= Poision-proof= Anti-toxin
Amla+hana= Acid-proof= Alkaline
Agni+trd= Fire proof
Ghna, han, trd mean to kill, quench.
The rest are based on positive attributes
Usna+hana= Heat+ bearing
Visma+ bhara= Poision+ bearing= Toxic (weapon-grade)
Usnam+pa= Heat+ protecting= Heat conducting
Raja= Shining= white
Vi+salya+krt= Special+ cut+ Do= Surgical grade
Dvija+mitra= Twice born= Wrought metal
Vatra+mitra= Wind+ friend (wind proof)
There are many Ancient Indian shlokas and sculpture which give an evidence for the excellent planning of the people in the ancient era. The shlokas from Brahad-vimana-sastram explains about the build of aircrafts. It is portrayed in Vimana sastram that aircraft has bird like structure with light body. The metals used for the body of aircraft should be heat proof, Non malleable, Anti-toxin, Acid proof, Weight-proof, wind proof, cold proof and wrought metal. The selection of metals for aircraft should be based on the thermal resistance capacity and light weight. When the aircraft undergoes various environmental conditions the metals of aircraft should have the capacity to sustain the changes. The metals which poses the mentioned qualities will be used in Vimana nirmana. The aircraft technology also came up with an idea of mixing two or three metals to get the combined properties. The combination of metals are known as alloys. Some metals may lack certain feature but may have excellent properties needed for the aircraft. So in order to get over that disadvantage the suitable metals are combined and used.
The modern day aircraft technology also follows the same methodologies in the usage of metals for aircrafts. Right Brothers have designed the flight in a much planed manner. So to meet the design right metals have to be used. Alloys are the most used metals. Alloys are said to possess excellent features like resistance to heat, fire, cold, poison and climatic conditions. The metals should have anti rusting property to have the same brittle and shining appearance. Anti-rusting is very necessary for preventing damage of the aircraft metals.
Even a minute deviation in the design and manufacture of the aircrafts results in huge loss. The aluminium alloy is most commonly used metal alloy. The major element is aluminium and alloying elements may be copper, tin, manganese, silicon, magnesium, zinc and tin. The hardness, low weight, malleability, ductility, elasticity and fusibility is what makes and alloy fit for the aircraft manufacture. | aerospace |
https://www.flyajetfighter.com/pzl-ts-11-iskra/ | 2024-02-26T05:19:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474650.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226030734-20240226060734-00292.warc.gz | 0.948776 | 974 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__49476152 | en | The PZL TS-11 Iskra, a pioneering jet trainer aircraft developed in Poland during the Cold War era, holds a significant place in aviation history. This article delves into the compelling history, innovative design, impressive performance, military applications, and lasting legacy of the PZL TS-11 Iskra.
The post-World War II era was marked by rapid advancements in aviation technology, with jet propulsion leading the way. As nations around the world sought to modernize their air forces, the need for effective jet training aircraft became apparent. The PZL TS-11 Iskra emerged as Poland’s answer to this requirement, designed to equip pilots with the skills necessary to operate advanced jet fighters.
History of the Development of the PZL TS-11 Iskra:
The PZL TS-11 Iskra’s development took place against the backdrop of the Cold War, a period marked by global competition and technological rivalry. Poland, like many other nations, recognized the importance of maintaining a skilled and capable pilot force capable of handling jet-powered aircraft. The Iskra, meaning “Spark” in Polish, aimed to address this need by serving as an effective jet training platform.
The primary objective behind the PZL TS-11 Iskra’s development was to create a reliable and capable jet trainer that could help pilots transition from piston-engine aircraft to modern jet fighters. The Iskra was designed to provide trainees with the experience of jet flight, enabling them to familiarize themselves with the challenges and complexities of flying at high speeds and altitudes.
Design of the PZL TS-11 Iskra:
The design of the PZL TS-11 Iskra was characterized by its simplicity, reliability, and ease of maintenance. Featuring a tandem-seat configuration, the Iskra allowed for effective communication and training between the instructor and the trainee. The aircraft’s sturdy construction and rugged design contributed to its durability, making it suitable for training purposes.
Technical specifications of the PZL TS-11 Iskra included a length of approximately 10.9 meters (35.8 feet), a wingspan of around 11.6 meters (38.1 feet), and a maximum speed of approximately 760 kilometers per hour (472 mph). Powered by a single WSK SO-3 engine, the Iskra generated approximately 2,150 pounds of thrust. The aircraft’s straightforward design translated to ease of maintenance and reduced operational complexity.
Performance of the PZL TS-11 Iskra:
The PZL TS-11 Iskra’s performance capabilities were tailored to meet the needs of effective pilot training. Its WSK SO-3 engine provided sufficient power for training purposes, allowing pilots to familiarize themselves with jet flight dynamics. With a top speed of around 760 kilometers per hour and a service ceiling of approximately 12,000 meters (39,400 feet), the Iskra replicated the key aspects of jet-powered flight.
Comparing its performance to other training aircraft, the Iskra’s capabilities were on par with its contemporaries. It provided trainees with a realistic experience of jet flight, preparing them for the challenges of modern jet fighters.
Military Use and Combat of the PZL TS-11 Iskra:
The PZL TS-11 Iskra primarily served as a jet trainer and did not engage in active combat. Its armament capabilities were limited, with no provisions for air-to-air or ground attack weapons. Instead, the Iskra excelled in providing pilots with the foundational skills necessary to operate jet-powered aircraft effectively.
The Iskra’s contributions to Poland’s air force were significant. It was used extensively for training purposes, shaping generations of pilots who would go on to operate frontline jet fighters. The Iskra’s reliability, durability, and cost-effectiveness made it a valuable asset for pilot education.
The PZL TS-11 Iskra stands as a testament to Poland’s commitment to aviation excellence during the Cold War era. Its innovative design, impressive performance, and role as a jet training platform contributed to its lasting legacy. While it did not engage in combat, the Iskra’s impact on pilot training and readiness cannot be overstated. The aircraft’s legacy lives on through the pilots it trained, underscoring its importance in shaping Poland’s aviation history. The PZL TS-11 Iskra remains a symbol of Poland’s dedication to nurturing a skilled and capable pilot force to navigate the challenges of jet-powered flight.
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https://www.winchestersciencecentre.org/news/news-and-announcements/explorerspace-crash-lands-this-summer/ | 2020-07-04T09:36:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655886095.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20200704073244-20200704103244-00412.warc.gz | 0.912961 | 332 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__171882203 | en | EXPLORER:SPACE CRASH LANDS THIS SUMMER!
Work is now underway to transform Winchester Science Centre’s lower exhibition floor into a brand new immersive zone that will take visitors on an epic journey through the Solar System.
Explorer:Space will be ready for take-off in time for the summer holidays, with the official launch date set as Friday 20 July. The new zone will encompass 20 fantastic modular exhibits, covering everything from space discoveries to atmospheric pressure to the first moon landing mission.
To celebrate the launch of Explorer:Space, our entire summer holiday offer will be space-themed, delivered in partnership with Destination Space. We will be offering a fantastic live science show exploring both the story and science of satellites as well as space-themed activities in the Invention Studio, including programming Mars rovers and building and launching rockets. There will also be a range of exciting space-themed activities around the Centre, including space rocks to examine and tours around a model of the surface of Mars. Winchester Science Centre will be the ultimate day out for budding young astronauts and space engineers this summer!
We look forward to rocket launching families into space this summer and delivering a truly unforgettable experience.
Preparing for take-off
We do not anticipate that the construction of Explorer:Space will impact upon visitors’ enjoyment of the centre. While this exciting period of transformation will see areas of the lower exhibition floor temporarily cordoned off, during this time we will implement a lower visiting capacity to offset the slightly smaller space available. Existing exhibits will be relocated to ensure that our valued visitors still enjoy all that we have to offer. | aerospace |
http://tiradastarot.net/nv2try/974d70-gloster-sea-gladiator | 2021-09-18T22:57:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780056578.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20210918214805-20210919004805-00517.warc.gz | 0.931474 | 6,631 | CC-MAIN-2021-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__2437510 | en | Flight Lieutenant Joe P. Fraser, from No. The first prototype Gladiator, with Gauntlet fuselage, G-7, later K5200. But operational record books of the Commonwealth units in the area state that they didnât suffer any losses on this date. Pre-Owned. The Gloster Gladiator performed reasonably well in limited Finnish service against Soviet fighters during the Winter War, but was found to be outclassed by German fighters in other theatres. ", "The Gloster Gladiator in the Norwegian Army Air Service (Hærens FlygevÃ¥pen). Find the perfect gloster sea gladiator stock photo. Gloster Gladiator oli Yhdistyneen kuningaskunnan ilmavoimien (RAF) 1930-luvun puolivälin kaksitasoinen hävittäjälentokone. On 28 October 1940, Italy issued an ultimatum to Greece, which was rejected, and after few hours Italian troops invaded Greece, initiating the Greco-Italian War. 1+ Newsfeed. The 1941 Anglo-Iraqi War was unique in the context of Gloster Gladiators in that the opposing air forces, being the RAF and Royal Iraqi Air Force, both used the Gladiator as their main fighter. The Swedish Gladiators scored eight aerial victories and destroyed a further four aircraft on the ground. Trending at C $60.59 Trending price is based on prices over last 90 days. The month-long Syria-Lebanon Campaign in JuneâJuly 1941 saw heavy fighting both in the air and on land, until the Vichy French authorities in Syria surrendered on 12 July 1941. Gloster Gladiator Mk I/II, J8, Sea Gladiator. Second World War. 801 Squadron, FAA received the first 12 of these (N5500-N5511) on 8/2/39, and the next 6 (N5512-N5517) on 21/3/39, while the next 18 (N5518-N5535) were delivered to 36 Maintenance Unit with the ultimate goal of delivering them to the Middle East for 802 Squadron, FAA. Il prototipo volò nel settembre del 1934. On 5 April, German forces invaded Greece and quickly established air superiority. On 3 December, the Gladiators were reinforced with elements from 112 Squadron. Irish Gladiators also overflew the site of the sinking of the liner SS Athenia in 1939 and offered the help of the Irish military. 263 Squadron. 112 Sqdn, and Flight Sergeant Don S. Gregory, from Nos. The Chinese aviators considered the Gladiator an excellent fighter in its class. The Gloster Gladiator is a single-engine single-seat fighter biplane aircraft produced by the British manufacturer Gloster Aircraft. "Gloster Gladiators and Fiat CR.42s over Malta 1940â42. That battle highlighted the strong points of the Gladiator over the CR.42, especially the radio equipment, which had permitted a coordinated attack, being also crucial for obtaining the initial surprise, and the Gladiator's superior low-altitude overall performance, including speed and a markedly superior horizontal manoeuvrability over its Italian opponent. The Gloster Gladiator was the very last biplane fighter to enter service with the RAF. TSR.38, Biplane fighter aces, Italy, Capitano Mario Visintini, Dimensione cielo - Aerei stranieri nella 2ª Guerra Mondiale - Caccia - Gran Bretagna 21, Desert Prelude - Early Clashes - June-November 1940, Sito svedese con una corposa sezione dedicata ai Gladiator, voci di aerei militari presenti su Wikipedia, "Flight Lieutenant Marmaduke Thomas St. John Pattle, D.F.C. The Gloster Gladiator was the RAF's last biplane fighter. Aircraft of the Royal Air Force- Gloster Gladiator. V S 2 P O 5 N 2 S R C J 6 4 D O R E D. Gloster Gladiator Mk1 diecast 1:72 model (Amercom SL-28) Brand New. The offer was turned down and later reinforcements consisted of Hawker Hurricanes. Charity was shot down on 31 July 1940. , The Finnish Winter War and Continuation War, or on 31 July, according to the historian HÃ¥kan Gustavsson, Gloster Gladiator in 263 RAF Squadron service ", Articles needing page number citations from September 2015, Articles with unsourced statements from November 2014, Articles incorporating text from Wikipedia, "Chinese biplane fighter aces â 'Buffalo' Wong Sun-Shui. The five Gladiators of 33 Squadron claimed four CR.42s destroyed. In the Mediterranean Theatre during 1940â41, Gladiators saw combat with four Allied air forces: the RAF, Royal Australian Air Force, South African Air Force and Ellinikà Vasilikà AeroporÃa (Royal Greek Air Force) squadrons. Letoun měl maximální rychlost 414 km/h. 1,585 81. The Gladiators landed on frozen lakes around Oslo and were abandoned by their pilots, then wrecked by souvenir-hunting civilians. This request was reinforced in November 2008 by a newspaper article which stated "the aircraft is in a very bad state and now approaching the point of no repair". Gloster Sea Gladiator 2013 . Later British Gladiators fought to provide fighter cover for the allied reinforcements sent to the assistance of the Norwegian government. It was used by the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Fleet Air Arm (FAA) (as the Sea Gladiator variant) and was exported to a number of other air forces during the late 1930s. At the Narvik front, 263 Squadron was reinforced by Hurricanes of 46 Squadron, which flew into an airstrip at SkÃ¥nland a few days later. , The Finnish Air Force was the last to use the Gloster biplane in combat. Masfaldi, commanding the 364a Squadriglia. C $19.66. 263 Squadron lost its CO, S/Ldr John W. Donaldson, and F/Lt Alvin T. Williams along with eight other pilots.. Glorious sailed for home but was intercepted by the German battleships Gneisenau and Scharnhorst. The Gloster Gladiator (or Gloster SS.37) was a British-built biplane fighter. Other authors state that Malavolti managed only to fire on the two Gladiators before being shot down. Gloster Gladiator: Mk I and II (And Sea Gladiator): Cotton, Adam, Ry, Marek: 9788365437860: Books - Amazon.ca ", "J 8 â Gloster Gladiator (1937â1947). April 1935, NoAAS Gloster Gladiator 423 in 1938â1940. Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.I: Airfix's 1/72 Gladiator Mk.I is available online from Squadron . , The sole Norwegian air-to-air Gloster Gladiator loss â Sergeant Pilot Schye's Gladiator 427 on 9 April 1940. The Finnish Air Force obtained 45 aerial victories by 22 pilots with the aircraft type during the Winter War and one victory during the Continuation War. Substantially the kit is a short-run with a lot of resin parts. , This was the last air-to-air victory in the East African campaign.. 1:32 Gloster Gladiator Mk.II ICM Catalogue # 32041 The Gloster Gladiator was a British-built biplane fighter. , The Irish Air Corps was supplied with four Gladiators on 9 March 1939. Both German machines were swiftly shot down. 33 and 80 Squadrons, with 10 individual kills, shared and 1.5 damaged. 47484V) Lieutenant Lancelot Charles Henry "Paddy" Hope, at Dabat airfield, scrambled to intercept the CR.42 (MM7117). During the preceding Phoney War, on 24 April 1940 Belgian Gladiators on neutrality patrol shot down a German Heinkel He 111 bomber which subsequently crashed in the Netherlands. Gloster Gladiator Gloster Sea Gladiator Royal Air Force (1918-now) Hal Far Fighter Flight N5519/R (Flt. Voir plus d'idées sur le thème militaire, aviation militaire, photos militaires. The Norwegian Aviation Museum has in its collection Gladiator II, serial N5641, operated by No. Research on the airframe has indicated that it incorporates parts of at least one other Gladiator. Photo via Mikael Forslund. Two pilots became aces with this aircraft: Oiva Tuominen (6.5 victories with Gladiators) and Paavo Berg (five victories). , The fuselage of the only surviving Gladiator from the Hal Far Fighter Flight (N5520), later called Faith, was presented to the people of Malta in 1943. The Mk II soon followed, the main differences being a slightly more powerful Mercury engine driving a Fairey fixed-pitch, three-bladed metal propeller instead of the two-bladed wooden one. Then, when newer Japanese aircraft such as the Mitsubishi A6M entered the theatre, the Gladiators' days were numbered. Three were later shipped out to take part in the Norwegian Campaign, and another three were sent to Egypt. Ideas. Its pilot, Flying Officer Peter Hartley, scrambled at 09.45 with fellow pilots F. F. Taylor and Flight Lieutenant William Joseph "Timber" Woods, to intercept an SM.79, escorted by nine CR.42s from 23° Gruppo. On 10 April 1941, 804 NAS took off from Hatston, in Orkney, to counteract the attack of a wave of German aircraft. joystick from Gloster Sea Gladiator 'Faith. Post Nov 21, 2014 #1 2014-11-21T19:17. Glorious, August 1939 This one is a pre-war Sea Gladiator. Gloster Gladiator G-GLAD. One concern was expressed when F 19's executive officer Captain Björn Bjuggren wrote in his memoirs that the tracer rounds of the Gladiator's machine guns would not ignite the gasoline when penetrating the fuel tanks of Soviet bombers. Although the Regia Aeronautica had started with a numerical advantage and air superiority, during the summer of 1940, the situation was reversed with Hurricanes being delivered as fast as possible, and gradually taking over the island's air defence. The following day, a clash between 20 Gladiators and ten CR.42s resulted in a loss of five, two of them Italians. As the Allied troops retreated, Gladiators covered them, before flying to Crete during the last week of April. 7,250 109. This engine proved, however to be unreliable, and Folland realised that the Gauntlet could be quickly revised to meet the specification. In response, the Germans assembled a Luftwaffe task force under Iraqi colours called Fliegerführer Irak ("Flyer Command Iraq") which from 14 May operated out of Mosul. MerlinJones. Gloster Sea Gladiator (1 C, 3 F) K ... Media in category "Gloster Gladiator" The following 38 files are in this category, out of 38 total. Damaged by German air attack while based on the frozen lake Lesjaskogsvatnet on 28 April 1940 and abandoned the same day. 39605 . Gloster Sea Gladiator Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm (1937-now) 804 NAS N2266/RT-P (Lt. Cdr. I and Mk. Guarda le traduzioni di ‘Gloster Gladiator’ in Inglese. (39029), No. But pilots flying the Gloster fighter were soon finding it increasingly difficult to hold their own against the modern A5M, and because of a lack of spares due to arms embargo, the surviving Gladiators were mostly relegated to the training role. Nó được trang bị cho không quân Hoàng gia (RAF) và Hải quân Hoàng gia (biến thể Sea Gladiator), ngoài ra nó còn được xuất khẩu rộng rãi tới các quốc gia khác trong thập niên 1930. Gladiators were also used by 263 Squadron during the remaining two months of the Norwegian Campaign. From United States +C $33.44 shipping. One of the two Gladiators, flown by George Burges, managed to shoot down a MC.200. The Swedish Air Force operated thirty-seven Gladiator Is, designated J 8s, and eighteen Gladiator IIs, designated J 8As. The Chinese Gladiators were used the American M1919 Browning machine gun to fire the American .30-06 Springfield which was the main ammunition of the Chinese Nationalist Air Force at that time. No.72 Squadron at RAF Tangmere were the first RAF unit to be equipped with the Gloster Gladiator and they were soon joined by No.3 Squadron at Kenley, where they replaced their Bristol Bulldogs. Gloster Sea Gladiator 2013 . He was a brave man. 5.0 out of 5 stars. Box; Mk II N 5519"G6A" - 802 Squadron, HMS Glorius, 1939; N 5519 "R" - Gladiator Flight Hal Far, Malta, June 1940; N 5524, No 261 Squadron, Luqa, Malta, January 1941; Cat. It eventually sank in May and was recovered in 1968 by a diving team from RAF Cranwell. Despite being outdated by the beginning of World War II, it turned in reasonable performances across several theaters. Yet, despite being one of the fastest biplanes ever built, it was already obsolete upon its introduction to service in January 1937. The Gloster Gladiator is a development of the Gloster Gauntlet. The aircraft had been purchased by a local farmer who preserved it into the 1960s when it was brought to the museum for restoration. ", https://it.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Gloster_Gladiator&oldid=115457533, Aerei militari della seconda guerra mondiale, Voci con modulo citazione e parametro coautori, Voci non biografiche con codici di controllo di autoritÃ, licenza Creative Commons Attribuzione-Condividi allo stesso modo, dati relativi alla versione Gladiator Mk I. Questa pagina è stata modificata per l'ultima volta l'11 set 2020 alle 10:54. "Gladiator, Gauntlet, Fury, Demon". menu aircraft fighters manufacturers Gloster links. Gloster Gladiator byl britský stíhací dvouplošník používaný Královským letectvem, Královským námořnictvem a letectvy mnoha dalších států během druhé světové války. Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.II N2308 HP-B, RAF No.247 Squadron, Battle of Britain (Corgi AA36212) Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.II N2308 HP-B, RAF No.247 Squadron, Battle of Britain (Corgi AA36212) € 64.95 € 49.55. Airfix 1/72 Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.II - conversion (2013) MerlinJones. A modified Mk II, the Sea Gladiator, was developed for the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm (FAA), with an arrestor hook to be engaged when landing on an aircraft carrier, catapult points, a strengthened frame and an under-belly fairing for a dinghy lifeboat. I, designated J 8 by the Swedish Air Force. Our Gladiator, N5903, was the last of 25 Mk.II aircraft built under Contract 773235/38 and delivered in 1939. No Norwegian Army Air Service aircraft were able to evacuate westwards before the 10 June surrender of the mainland Norwegian forces. Tenente Franco Lucchini, of 90a Squadriglia, 10° Gruppo, 4° Stormo, flying a CR.42 from Tobruk, shot down a Gladiator; it was the first claim made against RAF in the desert war. Top Rated Seller Top Rated Seller. Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.I (N5519)(‘Charity’) of Hal Far Fighter Flight operating from Hal Far, Malta, in June 1940. ", "Biplane Fighter Aces: Squadron Leader William Joseph âBillâ Hickey DFC, RAF no. The squadron arrived on the carrier HMS Glorious on 24 April, and first operated from an improvised landing strip built by Norwegian volunteers on the frozen lake Lesjaskogsvatnet in Oppland in central southern Norway. EU: incl. Off. , Arab Legionnaires guard Gloster Gladiators of No. No. It was to be the last British biplane fighter. Sixty production Gloster Sea Gladiators had catapult spools and additional equipment, delivered early 1939. French fighter ace Pierre Le Gloan shot down the Gladiator for his 15th confirmed kill. The Gladiator was the last British fighte biplane aircraft. It would, however, see service in more peripheral campaigns during the early years of the Second World War. L’impiego Il primo dei 231 Gladiator Mark I costruiti per la RAF venne consegnato il 16 febbraio 1937 allo Squadron 72, e fu presto seguito da numerosi altri esemplari che andarono agli Squadron 3, 54, 74, 80, 65, 73, 87, 56. Meet The Squander Bug. Graffer, was shot down during a combat where seven aircraft were downed, four of them British. Of the 98 aircraft built as, or converted to, Sea Gladiators, 54 were still in service by the outbreak of the Second World War in September 1939.. Add to cart. It is believed that she briefly served with 141 Sqn in October 1939 at Grangemouth, west of Edinburgh, and was then allocated to the Air Ministry Development Pool as a flight trials platform in December 1939. The Gloster Gladiator (or Gloster SS.37) was a British-built biplane fighter.It was used by the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Royal Navy (as the Sea Gladiator variant) and was exported to a number of other air forces during the late 1930s. Images: 21 . Shores, Christopher and Brian Cull with Nicola Malizia. Ideas. Served operationally with five FAA squadrons from May 1939 (starting with No … 1:32 Gloster Gladiator Mk.II ICM Catalogue # 32041 The Gloster Gladiator was a British-built biplane fighter. Gloster Sea Gladiator ('Faith') Related content. Besides that, I'd like to build an Irish Army Air Corps Gladiator. Nonostante gli evidenti limiti, i Gladiator difesero l'Inghilterra dai primi bombardamenti tedeschi e volarono dai laghi ghiacciati della Norvegia, quando le loro portaerei vennero colpite. On 8 August 1940, during another dogfight, 14 Gladiators of 80 Squadron took 16 Fiat CR.42s from 9° and 10° Gruppi of 4° Stormo (a Regia Aeronautica elite unit) by surprise over Gabr Saleh, well inside Italian territory. Moreover, many aviators had still little experience in landing aircraft with such a wide flap area. A last resupply of Gladiators came on 17 May in the form of four more 94 Squadron machines. , The top scoring Gladiator aces flew it in North Africa and Greece, and scored most of their successes against Regia Aeronautica aircraft. Due to unsuitable ground at SkÃ¥nland, 46 Squadron also moved to Bardufoss and was operating from this base by 27 May. 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https://hothardware.com/news/nasa-asking-for-help-to-peep-uranus | 2023-12-01T01:11:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100258.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130225634-20231201015634-00314.warc.gz | 0.947305 | 493 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__282456461 | en | NASA Is Asking The Public For Help To Peep Uranus
NASA is seeking out the help of the public to keep an eye on the ice giants Uranus and Neptune as its New Horizons spacecraft observes the duo from deep space. The mission team is inviting all amateur astronomers to help make "a real contribution to space science."
New Horizons was launched on January 19, 2006, and has since passed Jupiter for a gravity boost and scientific studies. It also conducted a six-month-long reconnaissance flyby of Pluto and its moons. Now, the spacecraft is turning its attention to Uranus and Neptune from its position in the Kuiper Belt, more than 5 billion miles from Earth, and NASA wants the public's help gaining new insights into the atmospheres above and the energy balance with both planets.
"By combining the information New Horizons collects in space with data from telescopes on Earth, we can supplement and even strengthen our models to uncover the mysteries swirling around in the atmospheres of Uranus and Neptune," remarked Alan Stern, New Horizons principal investigator from the Southwest Research Institute in Boulder, Colorado. Stern added, "Even from amateur astronomer telescopes as small as 16 inches, these complementary observations can be extremely important."
The plan is for New Horizons to work in tandem with the Hubble Space Telescope, in order to focus on the finer details of the planets' atmospheres and transfer of heat from their cores through their gaseous exteriors, according to a NASA blog post. Amateur astronomers can help measure the distribution of bright features on Uranus, or even help characterize any unusually bright features on Neptune. The thought behind asking for the help of the general public is that they can track features for a much longer time period than either spacecraft.
Those who choose to take part in this opportunity are being asked to post any images they have acquired on X (formerly Twitter) or Facebook using the hashtag #NHiceGiants. Shared images should also include the details of when they were made and in what filter passbands. Once posted and tagged, the New Horizons team will collect the images and any supporting information.
Images taken by Hubble of the two ice giants will be made available to the public in late September of this year at the Mikulski Archive for Space Telescopes (MAST), at archive stsci.edu. Images taken by New Horizons are expected to take a little longer and will be made available toward the end of 2023. | aerospace |
https://www.renewableenergymagazine.com/electric_hybrid_vehicles/ge-nasa-partner-on-12-million-program-20191001 | 2020-05-28T11:11:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347396089.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20200528104652-20200528134652-00151.warc.gz | 0.914551 | 472 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__66307892 | en | GE is collaborating with the NASA Advanced Air Vehicles Program (AAVP) to enable the future of flight for large commercial aircraft with electric propulsion. The project team is developing an inverter that meets the size, power, efficiency and altitude requirements specified by NASA for flight applications. The inverter is a central component of an electric aircraft propulsion system that provides power to drive the electric motor.
Courtesy of GE Research
Using GE’s silicon carbide (SiC) technology will provide a significant increase in power density that will enable GE technologists to develop an inverter that is small enough and delivers the required power to support electric flight. GE’s vertically integrated experience — from chip to system level architecture — provides a significant advantage for optimizing design and packaging density for complex applications.
Konrad Weeber, Chief Engineer of Electric Power at GE Research said, “We have successfully built and demonstrated inverters at ground level that meet the power, size and efficiency requirements of electric flight. The next step is to build and demonstrate one that is altitude ready.”
Weeber noted that managing electric power at the required high voltages increases the challenges of developing insulation systems that perform reliably at high altitudes.
“With recent advances in materials and power electronics, we are beginning to overcome the challenges faced in developing energy-reducing electrification concepts, and this inverter work is a critical step in NASA’s Electrified Aircraft Propulsion effort,” said Amy Jankovsky, subproject manager, Hybrid Gas-Electric Propulsion at NASA’s Glenn Research Center. “Our partnership with GE is key to advancing flight-weight and flight-ready components in the megawatt class."
Funding on the program will be a 50/50 cost share between GE and NASA. NASA has been researching electric aircraft architectures since the early 2000s and has actively developed experimental aircraft that demonstrate electrical propulsion concepts to significantly reduce fuel consumption and emissions. This new program builds on the technology milestones of MW-class and kV-class highly compact inverters previously developed in partnership with the US Department of Energy and NASA’s AAVP and validation-tested at GE Research in Niskayuna, New York, and the GE Aviation Electrical Power Integrated Systems Center (EPISCenter) at Dayton, Ohio. | aerospace |
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