A new airship-like aircraft called Airlander 10, produced out of Great Britain by Hybrid Air Vehicles, is being readied for its first flight, which the company hopes to achieve this spring.
Airlander 10 Gets Ready to Fly
Key Takeaways:
- Hybrid Air Vehicles' new airship-like aircraft, Airlander 10, is preparing for its first flight this spring, with engine testing underway after recent assembly of its components.
- The Airlander 10 employs a hybrid design, gaining 60% of its lift from helium and 40% from aerodynamic shapes and vectored propulsion, enabling it to hover and land on nearly any surface.
- Powered by four turbocharged diesel engines, the aircraft can reach 20,000 feet, though its large size restricts its speed to around 80 knots.
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