NASA, Boeing Unveil New X-Plane with Net-Zero Goals
The experimental aircraft aims to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by 30 percent compared to other aircraft in its class.
The experimental aircraft aims to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by 30 percent compared to other aircraft in its class.
Several popular homebuilt aircraft designs are marking anniversaries of their own at Oshkosh this year.
Colorado lawmakers are advocating for their state’s suitability as the location for permanent headquarters.
Following the incident, efforts were made to minimize potential environmental impact, Air National Guard officials said.
The prototype’s wing lift was artificially boosted by an extensive pattern of razor-thin slots in the upper wing surface to reduce drag.
Only about half of the U.S. military’s fleet of F-35s are currently considered mission capable, according to defense officials.
Under the agreement, the eVTOL manufacturer will supply USAF with nine Joby electric air taxis.
The new fitness standards, which went into effect earlier this month, come as the service faces a growing pilot shortage.
The tanker used for special operations infiltration and resupply flew its last flight Sunday.
U.S. military officials called the interception of an unmanned aircraft by the fighter “aggressive” and part of an emerging pattern.