During our history lessons, we usually learn that during WWII men took to the sky to fight and showcased their skills at 20,000ft. However, behind the scenes, a group of trailblazing women, the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP), played a crucial and often overlooked role in the war effort. These fearless women defied societal norms,…
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Is laser power beaming the future of the drone industry?
As drones are increasingly used for various applications, the industry is investing in innovations to expand their functionality, like powering drones with lasers to enable continuous flight. The possibility of this technology has been known for over a decade, but no one has succeeded in commercialising it.
What to expect from 2024?
2024 has already begun, so what should we expect from the aerospace world this year? Take a small glimpse into some of the projects that will be launched during this year.
Aerospace achievements during 2023
2023 it’s coming to an end and the aerospace industry has continued to grow. Let’s review together some of the most achievements seen during this year.
How does Reindeer Flight compare to aircraft?
Every year on the night of Christmas Eve, children around the world wait for Santa to bring them gifts carried from the North Pole with his sleigh. But how does the aerodynamics of a reindeer compare to an aircraft? Aerodynamics Considerations Let’s start by examining the anatomy of these magical creatures. Santa’s reindeer, led by…
Hydrogenizing the sky
Aeronautical companies around the world are actively seeking new ways to reduce CO2 emissions and have greener aviation. Airbus, one of the largest companies, has recently performed its first demonstration flight with a hydrogen-powered turbine.
The top 3 of manoeuvre kills
Many aerospace fans and avgeeks, including myself, are also gamers; either concretely simulator geeks, such as DCS, or, in a less realistic manner, War Thunder. In said games, all of us become very proud of our skills and, ultimately, of our kills. However, if there is one type of kill/ take-down that we really relish,…
Getting a new perspective from space
After the launch of the space mission EUCLID from the European Space Agency (ESA), the first images from the telescope have arrived in our planet, and they are beautiful. In a previous article from the blog, we presented the mission, if you haven’t read it, go check it out here! Ready to explore the darkness – EUCLID.
F-104 Bribefighter
We have already talked about the F104, but have we ever talked about its scandal? It has a whole corruption plot behind it that nobody ever talks about… For those who are lost and did not read the article about the F104: we can name it the Starfighter, the flying stick, the winged pencil, the…
Birds of the sea
In today’s article, let’s dive into another chapter of aeronautical history: the planes of the sea. During the last century, we went from conversions of ships that were initially cargo ships, cruisers, or even battleships into aircraft carriers to ships specially designed to carry aircraft, powered by nuclear power. These ships allow naval forces to…