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One Mile at a Time
AUGUST 23, 2024
Before I do so, a few things to note: I’m not listing my six favorite planes in absolute terms, but rather I want to list my plane preferences across the spectrum, from jumbo jets to regional jets; in other words, what’s my favorite regional jet, what’s my favorite mainline narrow body jet, etc.?
Vintage Aviation News
NOVEMBER 30, 2024
The aircraft successfully surpassed its predecessors and other competitors as it could carry more payload and fly faster at higher altitudes than the B-17 and B-24. The Superfortress stood strong and effective against several types of targets throughout the Korean War but was vulnerable to MiG-15 jet fighter attacks.
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Planes.com
AUGUST 7, 2024
In a groundbreaking development, Embraer has launched a cutting-edge automatic takeoff feature for its E2 family of passenger jets. The automation concept Embraer Enhanced Takeoff System (E2TS) is expected to lead to much-enhanced range capabilities from short runways to increasing fuel capacity, range, and payload.
Vintage Aviation News
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Added to this was the fact that larger carrier-borne aircraft with bigger payloads were expected to fill the decks of the upcoming Midway-class carriers. Grumman’s answer was the Model G-70, which was to be propelled by both a Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp and a Westinghouse 24C jet engine (later called the J34).
Professional Pilot
MARCH 6, 2025
In 2024 alone, Lilium declared 2 of its subsidiaries insolvent and faced shuttering the business completely until a last-moment promise of investment allowed it to continue work on a factory for its eVTOL electric jet. It can carry up to 882 lb of payload. It has 4 lift propellers on booms connecting the gull wing with a wide V-tail.
Pilot Institute
APRIL 12, 2025
Developments in aircraft design and engine technology have allowed us to fly farther, faster, and carry more payload. The principle is the same whether the aircraft gets thrust from propellers or jet engines. A propeller forces air backward, while a jet engine ignites a mixture of air and fuel to generate hot gases that eject backward.
Aerotime
JUNE 7, 2024
The first operational F-15EX Eagle II fighter jet landed at the Portland Air National Guard Base, Oregon, on June 5, 2024. Tails painted — all dressed up for delivery. Thus, the 142nd Wing of the Oregon Air National Guard stationed in Portland has become the first operational unit in the US Air Force to field the new aircraft.
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