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SWISS forced to rebalance A330 aircraft fleet due to heavy first class seats

Aerotime

According to SWI Swissinfo, in order to correct the center of gravity in the affected aircraft, the airline plans to install 1.5 SWISS also enhanced the lights under the new design scheme, claiming that its “human centric lighting” product may help reduce the effects of jet lag.

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Slovenia’s Gogetair Chooses Turboprop Power

AV Web

While there are a number of piston engines capable of operating on more readily available jet fuel, late last year, Gogetair flew its top-of-the-line G750 aircraft with a Turbotech TP-R90 turboprop engine. First, the structural design of the aircraft offers an optimized center of gravity that results in better flight stability and handling.

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Examining over 100 years of flight automation and the history of the autopilot

Aerotime

As the French mechanic slid himself along the wing of the aircraft, shifting its center of gravity, the aircraft became unbalanced. In a second pass in front of the judging panel, and during a demonstration of unfathomable danger, Cachin climbed onto one of the aircrafts wings, while Sperry placed his hands on his head.

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Oops: SWISS’ New First Class Is Too Heavy, And It’s A Problem

One Mile at a Time

These jets are most in need of a refresh, as the cabins on them are quite outdated. As part of the plan to reconfigure these jets, SWISS intends to introduce a single row of first class, featuring three(ish) seats — this includes two single seats at the windows, plus a double suite in the center.

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The Difference Between Category, Class, and Type of Aircraft

Pilot Institute

To fly an aircraft that weighs more than 12,500 pounds or a jet (regardless of weight), pilots require a type rating. a jet engine) for lift at low speed but non-rotating surfaces (i.e., To fly an aircraft that weighs more than 12,500 pounds or a jet (regardless of weight), pilots require a type rating. wings) at higher speeds.

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Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Bell X-14

Vintage Aviation News

It was also the first VTOL aircraft to use a jet thrust diverter system for vertical lift. 1127 Kestrel, the aircraft that was to be the basis for the Harrier jet-jump fighter-bomber flown by the Royal Navy and the United States Marine Corps.

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Today in Aviation History: First flight of the North American FJ-4 Fury

Vintage Aviation News

The track of the main wheels was increased, and because they were closer to the center of gravity, there was less weight on the nosewheel. The first FJ-4B Fury, serving as the prototype, is preserved in the Pima Air & Space Museum, showcasing its significance as a jet fighter in US naval history.