Aviation Technology Drag Stability 
Simple Flying
JULY 23, 2024
Significant advances in aviation technology have occurred over the last few decades. Aircraft are fitted with wingtip devices, generally known as winglets or sharklets, to minimize aerodynamic drag and increase fuel efficiency, and state-of-the-art engines reduce sound and wear and tear.
Vintage Aviation News
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The unique cylindrical design of the fuselage allowed for a streamlined profile and reduced drag, increasing the overall efficiency. The contract for building Stipa’s design was given to Caproni in 1932, as the Italian government was seeking ways to showcase Italian aviation technology.
Airspeed Junkie
AUGUST 6, 2024
1 Ability to accelerate vertically, overcoming its weight and drag with ease Climbing to 30,000 feet in just 60 seconds This is the power of the F-15. This incredible feat was made possible by the aircraft’s Pratt & Whitney F100 engines and advanced flight control system, which compensated for the loss of lift and maintained stability.
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