Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The airfoil is a Harry Riblett shape, giving modernized flow separation on the leading edge for a soft stall yet with good lift and drag performance. Just recognizable in the background is a horizontal stabilizer and one-piece elevator. lb/sq ft Power loading 10.32 Overall, the controls were wonderful.

Airplanes 80

Airplanes Rudder Knot Aileron 80

Aerotime

AUGUST 9, 2024

Boasting colossal dimensions and designed to carry the world’s largest payloads, WindRunner is set to break existing aviation records for scale by some margin and will set a new benchmark in airborne cargo transportation. The maximum payload weight will be 160,000 lbs (72.575kg). All hail the whale!

Airplanes 305

Airplanes Cargo Payload Horizontal Stabilizer 305

Aerotime

JANUARY 15, 2025

The pilot would bank the 747 away from the rocket, and after five seconds, it would ignite and take the payload the rest of the distance into orbit. Aircraft are designed to lift efficiently, so by taking the rocket to a higher altitude, satellite launch could be achieved with lower fuel consumption (and lower cost).

Cargo 265

Cargo Ferry Flight Tail Horizontal Stabilizer 265