NASA’s Helios project stands as a remarkable testament to NASA’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology. Helios represents an experimental solar plane designed to harness the […]
Carbon Reduction / History / Opinions
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Sustainability Has Lower Volatility
Sustainable aviation, propelled by alternative fuels and innovative technologies, is emerging as a more stable and resilient option compared to traditional gas-powered aviation. One key advantage lies in […]
Technology
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The Hidden Environmental Costs of Electric Airplanes
Electric airplanes have been hailed as a groundbreaking innovation, promising a greener future for air travel. While they indeed offer several advantages in terms of reduced greenhouse gas […]
Carbon Reduction / Design
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Sustainable Supersonic Travel
The dream of supersonic travel has captivated our imaginations for decades, promising to shrink the world and make long-haul journeys more accessible than ever. However, the environmental concerns […]
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Solar-Powered Commercial Flight
The aviation industry has long been a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, but a bright ray of hope is on the horizon. Solar-powered commercial flight is emerging […]
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Problems With Batteries
Electric flight has emerged as one of the leading candidates for sustainable aviation. Most of the newer designs utilize batteries. However, there remain many problems with power cells. […]
Design
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Airplane Graveyard Sustainability
An airplane graveyard is an area in which formerly active aircraft are decommissioned and scrapped. The most famous example, in Arizona, has provided countless parts for in-service aircraft. […]
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Hydrogen Airports
If you ask most industry professionals, they will tell you that hydrogen power will likely be one of the leading sources of aircraft propulsion in the future. However, […]
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Should Short Domestic Flights Be Cancelled?
Recently, France decided to cancel all domestic flights, making travelers take the train or bus to their destinations. The government’s idea was to both tackle climate change and […]
Design
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The Importance of Escape Routes in Aircraft Design
What saves most people’s lives in an aircraft accident? The exit doors. When smoke from the crash seeps into the cabin and fires burn from the fuel tanks, […]