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From albatrosses to slimy eels: Aircraft design and concepts inspired by nature 

Aerotime

In December 2023, a Lufthansa Cargo 777F became the first freighter to be modified with AeroSHARK and in December 2023, a LATAM Airlines Brasil Boeing 777 became the first aircraft operated by a carrier in the Americas to be fitted with the film.

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The innovators and trailblazers of future aviation flourishing in the UK

Aerotime

The UK has a rich and deep history in engineering, invention, and innovation, and in the 18 th century it was the epicenter of the Industrial Revolution which dragged the world into the new age of industrialization. Agreements for the HFCPS have also been reached with companies in the UK, Germany, Australia and the US.

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Pitching In On The Airlift: A First Timer’s Account

AV Web

The line of volunteers queued up at my cargo door and a lady reached in, grabbing the first box, and handing it to the volunteer behind her. A little misty substance appeared at the corners of my eyes, and then I dragged the Mooney clear of the unloading zone for one last effort at fixing my radio problem. They clapped and cheered.

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Today in Aviation History: First flight of the Lockheed L-1649 Starliner

Vintage Aviation News

The fuselage of L-1049G was paired with a new, sleeker, low-drag wing which not only was 16 percent thinner than the previous wing design, but it also stretched to a majestic 150 feet. the prototype L-1649 lifted off from Lockheed Air Terminal in Burbank, California. The First Shooting Star On October 10, 1956, at 4:15 p.m.,

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Everything You Need To Know About Ailerons

Pilot Institute

Key Takeaways Ailerons control the aircrafts roll by adjusting lift on each wing. The aircrafts wing is able to generate lift due to its shape. The more the wings shape is able to change the direction of the flow of air over the surface, the more lift it will produce. Why does this increase the lift? How Do Ailerons Work?

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Exploring the Essential Sections of an Aircraft: A Comprehensive Guide

Pilot's Life Blog

Its design plays an integral part in keeping the flight crew, cargo, and passengers safe because it can withstand changes in atmospheric pressure. Generate Lift With Airplane Wings One of the most valuable airplane parts that connect to the fuselage is the wings. This long, metal tube connects all the main components of an airplane.

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How Fast Is a Private Flight?

Latatuide 33 Aviation

The reduction in weight and the smaller size of the aircraft minimizes resistance that weighs down the aircraft and increases lift during flights. It produces an aircraft with lighter weight, allowing for less drag. Commercial aircraft are heavier and more prominent in size as they carry more passengers and cargo daily.

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