Boeing’s New 797 Midsize Jet: Here’s What We Know
In June 2017, Boeing unveiled the first concept images of its upcoming new midsize jet. Described as being a “middle-market” jet, the 797 will come in variants: the B797-6 and the B797-7. The former…
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Why Do Airplanes Fly in Earth’s Troposphere?
Although there are exceptions, most commercial jets fly at around 28,000 to 35,000 feet. Being that Earth’s troposphere is between 23,000 and 65,000 feet — depending on the season and latitude, at least —…
Airbus Teams With Audi to Develop Flying Car Prototype
Airbus has teamed up with automaker Audi to develop a prototype of a flying car. For more than a half-century, people have envisioned flight as a regular form of day-to-day transportation. But even after…
Boeing to Deliver Refueling Tankers to US Air Force Before 2019
It’s been a long time coming, but Boeing is expected to deliver the first of its KC-36 refueling tankers to the U.S. Air Force by the end of the year, signaling the beginning of…
Boeing Rolls Out First 737s From New China-Based Factory
Boeing has rolled out the first 737 jet from its new China production factory. According to Fortune, the aerospace manufacturing giant delivered a 737 MAX from its Zhoushan factory last Saturday, signaling the beginning…
What Is ‘Reverse Thrust’ in Airplanes and How Does It Work?
Commercial airplanes today use complex control systems consisting of hundreds of dials, knobs, buttons, switches, levers and more. Whether it’s a short flight across state lines of an intercontinental flight to the opposite side…
Airbus and Lockheed Martin Secure Military Contract to Build Tankers
Airbus and Lockheed Martin have secured a contract to build refueling tankers for the U.S. military. The U.S. military maintains a fleet of refueling tankers that are used specifically to refuel other jets in…
Boeing Teams Up With ELG Carbon Fibre to Recycle Carbon Scraps
Boeing has teamed up with ELG Carbon Fibre to recycle carbon scraps using in its manufacturing processes. In a press release, the aerospace manufacturing giant said that it 11 of its production facilities will…
Why Are Airplanes Manufactured With Riveted Joints Instead of Welded?
From the Airbus A330 to the Boeing 787, practically all commercial aircraft are manufactured with riveted joints instead of welded joints. With riveted joints, two components are connected using a fastener known as a…