We are inside a railway carriage halted in the woods of Compiègne, in Picardy. It is 5:00 a.m. on November 11, 1918. On one side sits the German plenipotentiary, on the other the Allied powers: with the signing of the Armistice, the fighting of the First World War comes to an end. Among the clauses…
Category: Aerospace Articles
The Aerodynamics of Sportscar Racing
If you are a motorhead EUROAVIAn like myself, you might already know many racing fans consider that we have entered a new “Golden Age” in sportscar racing, particularly in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the International Motorsports Association’s (IMSA) Sportscar Championship. With 18 cars in the Hypercar class in the former, and 12 in…
Aurora Project
For decades, aviation enthusiasts and conspiracy theorists alike have whispered about Aurora, a top-secret American aircraft said to have reached speeds beyond Mach 6. Officially, no such project has ever existed. Unofficially, the evidence paints a far more intriguing picture. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, mysterious “donuts-on-a-rope” contrails and thunder-like sonic booms were repeatedly reported…
The Green Airports: A Critical Step For Clean Aviation
Introduction Decarbonization of aviation is one of the most essential trouble that aviation authorities and companies face. Many aircraft manufacturers, airlines and authorities are struggling to diminish greenhouse gas emissions by aircraft and engines, in order to reach net zero emissions. So do only airplanes and their engines generate greenhouse gases in aviation? In recent…
Ghost Flight
Helios Airways Flight 552, a Boeing 737, crashed on the 14th of August 2005 near Athens, leaving no survivors behind. This tragedy occurred after the aircraft failed to pressurize the cabin, causing the crew and passengers to pass out due to a lack of oxygen. As a result, the plane continued to fly on autopilot for…
The Airplane Wings: Why Are They Bent Upwards at the Ends?
Have you ever looked out from your airplane window and noticed the wings curving gracefully upwards at the tips? Those upward extensions, called winglets, are among the most elegant examples of how physics, engineering, and sustainability can come together in modern aviation. They may seem small, but they play a massive role in fuel efficiency,…
When Charlatans Fight Against History, The Fighter Mafia.
In the 1960s the USAF and Navy were looking for big, heavy fighters such as the F-4 Phantom II and the F-111 Aardvark, which could fit large payloads and radar systems, and proposed that the future lies in beyond visual range (BVR) engagements with long range systems. We now have the capabilities and the proof…
Did You Know? NEO
Ever wondered what an aircraft says about itself? Well, the aviation sector continues to make advancements that enhance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and improve passenger comfort. Among these amazing achievements is the NEO (New Engine Option) technology, particularly embodied in Airbus’s A320neo Family. This upgrade integrates next-generation engines and aerodynamic enhancements, delivering significant benefits over…
Did You Know? Dual-Purpose Agriculture for Earth and Beyond
Introduction Humanity is entering an era where food security is no longer just an agricultural issue but a defining challenge for our future on Earth and beyond. Climate change is intensifying extreme weather events, soil is degrading at alarming rates, and global supply chains are proving fragile in times of crisis. These realities are leaving…
Did You Know? Quantum Technologies in Aviation: A New Era of Safer, Smarter, and Greener Flight
Aviation has always been at the forefront of technological revolutions. From the Wright brothers’ first powered flight to jet engines, from analog cockpits to digital glass displays, each innovation has reshaped the way humans travel through the skies. Today, another scientific frontier is emerging on the horizon: quantum technologies. Quantum physics investigates the unusual and…