The Formula 1 (F1) industry and sustainable aviation share a surprising interconnectedness, driven by pursuit of innovation and efficiency. Both fields rely heavily on cutting-edge technology and engineering […]
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The Harms of Hub-and-Spoke
Hub-and-spoke travel, while efficient for airlines in terms of operations, has notable sustainability drawbacks. Airlines such as Emirates rely on this route planning method through their main hub […]
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Sustainability with the X-59
The X-59 QueSST (Quiet Supersonic Technology) aircraft is a cutting-edge project developed by NASA in collaboration with Lockheed Martin was just rolled out, and aims to address the […]
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The Importance of NASA’s Helios Aircraft
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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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, […]