The trussed wing is a relatively new concept. The basic premise of the design is long, slim wings with braces to prevent bending. While the high aspect ratio […]
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CFM-Rise
The CFM-Rise engine represents a remarkable shift in aviation philosophy. Developed jointly by CFM International and GE, this engine takes high-bypass to a whole new level. The engine’s […]
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Drawbacks to Electrical Flight
Electric flight presents a promising avenue for reducing emissions in the aviation industry, but it faces significant drawbacks. Current battery technologies have limited energy density, resulting in restricted […]
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Are Regional Flights Sustainable?
Regional flights sustainability is without a doubt an overlooked issue that demands attention in the aviation industry. While these short-distance flights play a crucial role in connecting remote […]
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High Bypass Engines
High bypass engines are a relatively new technology, developed due to the need for a reduction in fuel burn. Bypass ratio is essentially the proportion of the air […]
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Airport Sustainability
Airport transportation sustainability is a topic that is often forgotten in conversations about sustainability. However, just like we do smog checks on cars on the road, it is […]
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Algae as Biofuel?
Algae has been used as a biofuel for decades now. More powerful and clean than the leading SAF alternative (ethanol), algae has sprung up as one of the […]
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Can Carbon Composites Reduce Emissions?
Carbon composites have revolutionized aviation for decades. Some of modern success stories in aviation, such as the 787 and A350, use these materials to improve efficiency. Today, we’ll […]
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Turning Closer to the Airport
The approach phase of any flight is often one of the least fuel efficient of the flight. With slow speeds and long, wavy routes, it’s no wonder why […]
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Large Wings’ Role in Sustainable Aviation
Wing size has been important to flight since the glider first took off in 1803. Large wings produce more lift and can operate at lower speeds, making them […]