Goodyear marked the completion of the company’s fleet of upgraded airships last week with the christening of its newest machine, “Wingfoot Three” according to CNN. The newest blimps, called NTs, include more maneuverable engines, fly-by-wire technology and a new top speed of 73 mph. Goodyear has built more than 300 lighter-than-air vehicles for public relations and for defense. Flying covered the development of Wingfoot One and Wingfoot Two.
New Wingfoot Three Completes Goodyear’s Fleet
Key Takeaways:
- Goodyear completed its modernized airship fleet with the christening of "Wingfoot Three."
- The new "NT" blimps feature significant technological upgrades, including improved maneuverability, fly-by-wire controls, and a top speed of 73 mph.
- Wingfoot Three was christened by record-setting aviator Shaesta Waiz, an event timed with the 89th anniversary of Amelia Earhart christening an earlier Goodyear airship.
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