FAA Gives Green Light for Supersonic Flights Over Land
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has given aerospace companies the green light to conduct supersonic flight tests over land. Previously, supersonic jets were required to fly ...
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Virgin Orbit Completes First Successful Satellite Launch
Virgin Orbit has successfully completed its first-ever satellite launch. On January 17, 2021, the aerospace company delivered a payload consisting of nine small satellites into Earth's ...
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EPA Completes New Emissions Rules for Airplanes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a set of new emissions rules for airplanes. According to the EPA, airplanes contribute to about 10% of ...
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5 Facts About Jet Engines
Jet engines are a common component of most commercial airplanes. They are designed to generate thrust by burning fuel and oxygen within a sealed chamber, known ...
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Airbus to Develop Hydrogen-Powered JAirplanes
Like most aerospace manufacturing companies, Airbus has relied on traditional fuel-powered engines in its airplanes. From the A220 to the A320 families, most of Airbus's airplanes ...
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How Cabin Heating Works in Airplanes
Commercial airplanes are designed with a heating system that warms the cabin to provide a comfortable environment for passengers. When an airplane begins to ascend, its ...
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Airbus’s New A330-800neo Enters Service With Kuwait Airlines
Airbus's latest wide-body airliner has officially entered service. In October 2020, the European aerospace manufacturing company delivered two of its A330-800neo jets to Kuwait Airlines. Since ...
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Why Airplanes Are Switching to Carbon Fiber
Not all airplanes are made of aluminum. With its lightweight but strong properties, aluminum is undoubtedly a popular choice of material for airplanes. Manufacturers often use ...
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What Type of Fuel Do Airplanes Use?
It's no secret that most airplanes run on fuel. While advancements have been made in the field of alternative energy, the majority of private and commercial ...
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Boeing 737 MAX Now Cleared For Takeoff
It's been a long time in the making, but the Boeing 737 MAX has been cleared for takeoff. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration officially approved the ...
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