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Summary and Key Points: After the 1960 incident, the vulnerability of the U-2 spy plane prompted the CIA to investigate aircraft carrier operations. A secret experiment called “Project Whale Tail” was launched in 1963 to test U-2 carrier operations despite initial opposition. -USS Kitty Hawk successfully launched the U-2G, which had been modified for carrier … Read more
For those looking for a quiet vacation, Sedona, Arizona, with its breathtaking red rocks, must-visit U.S. destination for those seeking a relaxing getaway. It also boasts a private airport, which some claim is the most picturesque small airport in the country, although this is something not many people know about. The red rock columns and … Read more
The history of aviation as we know it goes back more than a century and has produced so many fascinating flying devices that it is difficult to list them all. Humanity has evolved over the years from flying solo in flimsy, poorly constructed machines. However, as with many other things, technological advances transformed the simple … Read more
Amelia Earhart chose the famous Lockheed Electra 10E Special for the ill-fated round-the-world flight that led to her disappearance. This was chosen in part because the Electra used the Wasp engine, a particularly unique piece of machinery. Air travel has been greatly affected by this technological marvel. So more opportunities were created in this sector. … Read more
This sea monster was known by fishermen and sailors for hundreds of years as a sign of bad luck. An omen, or warning of impending disaster, was seen when one was seen at sea or even washed ashore. These are usually natural disasters, tsunamis or earthquakes. In Japan, this creature was called “Ryugu no Tsukai”, … Read more
Astronomers said in February 2016 that the star system T Corona Borealis had reached an “unprecedented high activity phase”. That solar activity can cause a nova explosion big enough to be seen with the unaided eye from Earth after eight years. Its impending celestial display is the result of a predicted white dwarf explosion that … Read more
Embraer is one of the largest aircraft manufacturers in the world. The Embraer E-Jet family of business jets manufactured by the Brazil-based company is well known. These include the Embraer 170, 175, 190, and 195, with passenger capacities ranging from 65 to 125. Along with the updated versions of the E-Jet family, it has also produced … Read more
The use of Aircraft engine technology in other industries The same jet engine technology used in modern aircraft is also used in ships and power generation. There are several aero types of industrial gas turbines (IGTs) that are used as jet engines in aircraft. For example, there is an IGT version of the General Electric … Read more
It is one of the largest aircraft of all time, nestling between the iconic B-29 and durable B-52 bombers. Although its brothers lived longer, the B-36 was more notable for its 10 engines, which included different propulsion systems. Only four aircraft of the Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation (later renamed Convair) still exist of more than … Read more
It’s been a while since we examined the world’s oldest active Boeing 747s; Now it’s time to examine the Boeing 757. Although we consider the twinjet an unusual aircraft these days, according to ch-aviation.com 515 of the 1,050 built are still in use! Which, however, are the oldest? Despite being one of the oldest aircraft … Read more
