GX Light Sport Aircraft Unveiled by Remos at Oshkosh
The Experimental Aircraft Association‘s (EAA) AirVenture at Oshkosh in Wisconsin has always been a staging ground for new and exciting aircraft developments and this year was no different. Remos Aircraft recently used the opportunity to unveil the company’s brand new REMOS GX lightweight sport aircraft.
In-Flight Mobile Use One Step Closer
While businessmen and women no doubt eagerly look forward to being able to use their mobile phones in-flight, it seems that there are a still a few obstacles that need to be tackled before the move becomes final. One of those obstacles was recently overcome after a ruling by communications regulator Ofcom.
The 2008 EAA AirVenture
Every year thousands of aviation enthusiasts gather for the annual EAA AirVenture convention. The EAA is a grass-roots aviation organization that has long been dedicated to the concept of making aviation accessible to everyone, while making it fun and ensuring that it is safe. The AirVenture convention is just a natural extension of their goals and this incredible convention has been held on the last week of July every year since the original fly-in took place in 1953.
Boeing Completes Successful Flight Powered By Fuel Cells
It seems that every airplane company is clambering for the next ‘green’ quick-fix but Boeing is looking far into the future and trying to develop sustainable technology that is environmentally friendly too. A recent announcement by the company revealed that they had become the first company in aviation history to see an manned aircraft powered by hydrogen fuel cells take to the sky successfully.
Pay a Visit to Virginia Aviation Museum
If you love airplanes you simply have to make sure that you visit the Virginia Aviation Museum at least once in your life. This great museum is dedicated to the history of flight and features not only modern aircraft but reproductions of a number of famous early fliers.
Boeing’s ATM Concept Effectively Reduces Fuel and Emissions
Boeing recently cooperated with industry partners and government to set in motion a trial version of the innovative Air Traffic Management (ATM) concept at San Francisco International Airport with a high level of success. The tryout achieved a significant reduction in both carbon dioxide emissions and fuel consumption.
Worlds Most Advanced Fighter Jet Debuted At Farnborough
The F-22 Raptor is often described as the world’s most technically advanced fighter jet. This amazing aircraft is capable of defying the laws of flying and it never ceases to awe any audience it may have when it takes to the skies. Once you’ve seen an F-22 Raptor in action, you’ll know exactly why that is.
Looking Back at the Farnborough Air Show
Despite rising fuel prices and crashing economies, the Farnborough Air Show in England enjoyed a massive turn-out. There was the usual collection of aircraft manufactures, shareholders, customers and rivals. Members of the general public also made sure that they got to enjoy the show.
Fuel Inerting Rule Issued by US FAA
The new fuel inerting rule that is about to be instated by the US FAA may have a number of airlines grumbling about cost, but it can also potentially save thousands of lives. The rule will require US airlines to retrofit as many Boeing and Airbus passenger aircraft as possible, at a cost of about $150,000 to $400,000 per aircraft over a period of seven years.
2008 Advanced World Aerobatic Championships
The 2008 Advanced World Aerobatic Championships (AWAC) are almost upon us and airplane fans who are able to attend are already getting excited at the prospect. This year the battle of the best will be held at Pendleton Airport where the public can freely attend to enjoy the spectacular air shows that competitors will be putting on.
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