A clear, sunny day might seem like perfect flying conditions, but as temperatures continue to rise globally, the aviation industry is being forced to confront a new challenge: heatwaves. Soaring temperatures might feel nice on a beach, but they can present complex issues for aircraft. Let’s take a closer look at why this happens and some potential solutions to counter the effects of heatwaves.
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With a continued focus on decarbonising the aviation sector using sustainable aviation fuels and battery tech, how close are we to hybrid-electric flight?
Since air traffic is set to increase 5% every year until 2030, it’s not surprising that more companies are looking for ways to make aircraft more sustainable. Rolls-Royce, the world’s second-largest aircraft engine manufacturer, has joined the fray by revealing its new turbogenerator.
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The aviation sector is filled with innovations that are setting the tone for the future with eVTOL aircraft leading the charge. Several companies have created impressive designs but this new Transwing design is something else offering improved efficiency across the board.
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Earlier this year TU Delft successfully launched a scale model of its Flying V jetliner. This new future-ready aeroplane is the epitome of next-gen aerospace engineering showing better fuel efficiency and an interesting design.
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The aviation industry may be experiencing a lull in light of COVID-19 flight restrictions but that hasn’t stopped the world’s largest aircraft. Aviation enthusiasts now have something to be excited about as the Antonov AN-225 cargo plane took to the skies over Ukraine. Flightradar24 tracked the Antonov AN-225 flying from its hub at Antonov Airport in Kiev, Ukraine.
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