The sound barrier is one of the oldest aviation challenges referring to the speed at which an aircraft converts from subsonic to supersonic- at 767 mph (1,235 km/h) on sea level. This is considered an impossible and risky aim, as it is quite probable for the airframe structure to collapse and to lose control. Before…
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Did You Know? How the Coriolis Force Shapes Your Flight Path
Introduction Have you ever noticed your flight pathway on the in-flight screen and were curious why it appears to bend so much, particularly on long-haul flights? It may appear to be a diversion, but there is a fascinating explanation using a physics principle known as the Coriolis force. Let’s look at how this force affects…
Can I see your homework? I promise to use it only for ideas
During WWII, the United States helped USSR with military equipment such as Jeeps, tanks and 14000 airplanes through the Land Lease program and some of these aircraft were: Bell P-39 Aircobras, Bell P-63 Kingcobras, Curtiss P-40, Douglas A-20 Havocs and North American B-25s but the soviets wanted long-range bombers also. This request was declined by…
Did you know? K2-18b
Probably you have already heard of the exoplanet “K2-18b” since we briefly introduced it in the article about the James Webb Telescope. However, did you know this exoplanet is so special because it has shown hints of life?
High-speed travelling with Airbus’ Racer Helicopter
A new demonstrator from Airbus has recently performed its maiden flight on the 25th of April 2024, this time though we are not talking about an airplane, but a helicopter called RACER, the Rapid and Cost-Effective Rotorcraft.
Sailing in the Solar System
NASA’s Advanced Composites Solar Sail System to be at the forefront of the testing of this innovative propulsion technology, to become sailors of the Solar System.
Most Haunted Airports
Attention, fellow adventurers! Buckle up for a detour into the chilling world of haunted airports. While we’re all about the thrill of flight, some terminals boast a different kind of turbulence – paranormal activity! Get ready for spooky tales that will send shivers down your spine (and maybe make you reconsider your next layover). So,…
Unraveling the mysteries from space with the James Webb Space Telescope
Spotting galaxies as big as the Milky Way to watching stars forming, the James Webb Space Telescope has been operating for more than two years showing us the mysteries from the universe.
Space and German Culture
It was in the year 2012 that Hollywood came along with a fresh idea that stuck inside the guts of popularity and media culture. After decades of films about The World War II, Nazis against American saviors, Nazis against Russians, Nazi zombies & Nazis against Tom Hanks, Hollywood came up with a film even more…
B-17 Flying Fortress
With all the hype around the new series ‘Masters of the air’ centered around the 100th Bomb Group, let’s take a closer look to the airplane used by them, the unforgettable B-17 Flying Fortress. The B-17 Flying Fortress is more than just a World War II aircraft: it’s a symbol of American resilience and innovation….