What is the Rafale deal and what are Rafale fighter jets? The Rafale fighter aircraft procurement is through an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) which was signed on 23 September 2016 between the Government of India and the Government of the French Republic for the supply of 36 Rafale aircraft
The Rafale aircraft is a current generation multirole aircraft, capable of undertaking all envisaged day & night missions. It is a contemporary fighter aircraft and considered among the most advanced in the world. The Rafale being procured by IAF will also be equipped with advanced Beyond Visual Range Air to Air Meteor missile, short and medium range MICA Air to Air missile and precision guided Air to Ground SCALP missiles, which will enhance the capability of the Air Force and also provide strategic deterrence vis-a-vis our adversaries.
How does the Rafale deal benefit IAF?
Rafale is a very potent weapon platform and provides a credible deterrence. Since, the number of aircraft planned for induction in the near future is relatively less than number of aircraft phasing out, the strength of fighter squadrons in IAF is down to critical levels. Therefore, the Government’s decision to procure 36 Rafale aircraft through Government to Government route thereby expediting the induction of fighters to meet the ‘Critical Operational Necessity’ of fighter aircraft is highly beneficial to the IAF. The decision is based on the need to enhance National Security. The version of Rafale aircraft being supplied to India will have much better operational capabilities than the Rafale aircraft being operated by the French Air Force and other Air Forces.
What is the difference between Rafale procurement by UPA & same by NDA?
The unit cost of aircraft derived from the package cost of 126 MMRCA project processed by UPA and 36 Rafale deal processed by NDA cannot be directly compared as the deliverables are significantly different. The UPA government’s proposal to procure 126 Rafale fighter jets was never finalised hence the price and specifics of the non-deal cannot be compared with the actual deal made by the NDA government for 36 Rafale in flyaway conditions with additional weapons, training and maintenance etc.
The 126 MMRCA procurement included 108 aircraft to be license manufactured in India. Also, the package for Manufacturer Recommended List of Spares, Role Equipment, Simulator and Performance Based Logistics is vastly different in 36 Rafale case and cannot be directly compared. However, the 36 Rafale IGA when compared to the earlier offer is better in terms of pricing, platform capability and delivery. The IGA also has a better maintenance, logistics and training package. The current procurement also includes increased duration for industrial support viz. 50 years as against 40 years in MMRCA, additional warranty for 3 most used aircraft for training, free of charge weapons storage for six months and advanced training of IAF pilots by French Air Force.
Why Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd was sidelined for the manufacturing of Rafale fighter jets in India?
The Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd was not side-lined as it is also a likely contender for offset. The current offsets policy of the Defence Procurement permits the vendors to provide the details of their Indian Offset Partners either at the time of seeking offset credits or one year prior to discharge of offset obligations through their Indian Offset Partners. Thus the OEM M/S Dasault Aviation is free to select an Indian Offset Partners and provide their details at the time of seeking offset credits, or one year prior to discharge of offset obligation. It is learnt that the OEM is exploring opportunities to engage with MSMEs, DRDO, HAL and BEL for fulfilling offsets obligations. In the present procurement only 36 Fully Formed Rafale aircraft are being procured and no Licence Manufacturing is envisaged.
What procedures were followed in procurement? Is it legal?
The procurement of 36 Rafale aircraft through an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) with France was to meet the urgent need of the IAF. The entire agreement between India and France was in full conformity with the Defence Procurement Procedure-2013. The due process of mandating, conducting and monitoring of negotiations and seeking necessary approvals were followed. The approval of Cabinet Committee on Security was obtained before entering into the IGA.
What about the transfer of technology in current Rafale deal?
The Transfer of Technology (ToT) being touted in the 126 aircraft MMRCA project was only for manufacturing under license. The 36 Rafale Offset Contracts includes investments in kind, in terms of ToT to Indian enterprises for the manufacture and/or maintenance of eligible products and provision of eligible services. Various technology acquisition projects with DRDO are presently under discussion.
It may also be noted that contrary to the impression sought, to be created by the Opposition, in the earlier proposal to procure Rafale, which ended in a stalemate, there was no provision for transfer of technology but only to manufacture under licence. The Government was unable to agree on the terms for even that in its negotiations with the vendor, resulting in the long-drawn exercise under the earlier Government ultimately turning futile.
Will the jets be in fly away condition?
Yes, The Joint Indo-French Statement issued on 10 April 2015 stated that in view of the critical operational necessity for Multirole Combat Aircraft for IAF, Government of India would like to acquire 36 Rafale jets in fly-away condition on terms that would be better than conveyed by Dassault Aviation as part of earlier 126 MMRCA process.
Accordingly, a total of 36 Rafale aircraft in flyaway condition are being procured through Inter-Governmental Agreement between the Government of India and France.
Have countries like Qatar and Egypt negotiated better deals than India for Rafale given the price points?
As per the information available in the public domain, the 24 Rafale aircraft package sale to Egypt and Qatar were concluded at a relatively higher cost when compared to the cost of acquisition of 36 Rafale fighters.


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Название: Rearwin: A story of men, planes, and aircraft manufacturing during the Great Depression Автор: Bill Wright Издательство: Sunflower University Press ISBN: 0897452070 Год: 1997 Формат: PDF Страниц: 314 Для сайта:gornoprom.ru Размер: 77,8 МБ Язык: Английский
There was never a better time to design and build a new flying machine than the spring of 1928 -- or so it must have seemed to those who did. The Air Commerce Act of 1926, through the licensing of pilots and the airworthiness certification of aircraft, had ushered in an era of growing public confidence in aviation. It was also a time for Rae Rearwin, a successful businessman from Salina, Kansas, to cast about for a fresh source of income -- "diversification." And so it was that Rearwin decided to build and sell aircraft. The chronicle of Raymond Andrew Rearwin, the founder of the various firms and aircraft bearing his name, is one typical of the brave businessmen who devoted their energies to, and risked their resources in, aviation enterprise from the historic stock market crash of 1929 through the start of World War II.


In Power Company confirms its participation in Eletrolar Show to present the brand of DJI drones. “It is considered the world’s best in drone technology. At the fshow, we will launch a drone model and demonstrate the new DJI Goggles virtual reality glasses, “says Fabio Zorzo, business manager.
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SpaceX’s Dragon capsule has successfully docked with the International Space Station, making SpaceX the first privately owned company in history to achieve such a feat.
This success came after a long period of planning and several launch delays. While there’s still work to be done (the Dragon must successfully return to Earth), it’s a historic event, hopefully marking the beginning of a new era of privately funded space exploration.
Now that the docking process is complete, the astronauts aboard the ISS will open the Dragon’s hatch and unload the supplies the spacecraft is carrying.
After that, they’ll load used equipment into the Dragon, which will return back to Earth approximately two weeks later. The Dragon is scheduled to land in the Pacific, hundreds of miles west of Southern California.
Check out a gallery of photos from the mission tweeted by SpaceX below and our interview with SpaceX’s founder and chief designer Elon Musk here.
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SpaceX Dragon Capsule flying in formation with the ISS
Dragon Flying over the World
ISS Arm Moving toward Dragon in a Graphic View
Dragon Graphic of the Approach Plan
NASA Mission Control 2
Dragon and ISS Coming Together Sideview
Dragon and the ISS Grapple
NASA and SpaceX Move the Dragon Back Away from the ISS
Dragon Flying Near the ISS (Courtesy of SpaceX)
Space X Dragon Capsule Gets Closer
Dragon in Shadow of ISS-Holding at 30 meters
Dragon Closing in and over the Clouds
Dragon With Shadow of ISS
Dragon With Shadow Moving as the Two Crafts Fly Together
Dragon in Shadow of ISS Awaiting Instructions
NASA Mission Control
NASA Mission Control Data Screens
Dragon Right Outside the ISS
Dragon Very Close to the ISS
ISS Grapple Arm and Dragon Sideview
Go for Capture- Dragon
ISS Arm Extending to Dragon Capsule
Dragon Close view with Grapple Target
ISS Arm Closing In
Mission Control Celebrates a Successful Dock


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They used to talk about the idea that space is a vacuum and that as such there is no friction to slow down an object once it is set in motion. They talked about how a person might control their flight if they were floating in space. The idea was that a person might fire what was then called a retro rocket. A little blast from a small rocket would slow a person down or alter a person’s course while they were floating in space.
It does not seem possible that a thrust from a rocket would alter a person’s flight path at all. It would if there was an atmosphere or a solid body to push against but in open space there is none. Space is a vacuum after all and even the vibrations that would cause sound in an atmosphere or on a solid body cause no sound in space.
The idea of propulsion in space can’t be thought of in terms of propulsion in an atmosphere or on a solid body. Propulsion by means of thrust can’t work in space. The idea of impulsion might work. Those teachers at that little school so long ago used to talk about that possibility as well. They used to talk about the idea of using ionic propulsion as a means of space travel. The person or the craft is not being pushed by thrust but is being pulled by the intake and the exhaust of the ions in space.
A craft could reach some incredible speeds depending on the density of the ions in the region of space. Some areas of space have more densely concentrated ions than other regions do. The idea of movement through space by means of impulsion would also lead to the theory of travel by the folding of space. The idea of folding space is included in the string theory. I don’t believe that folding space would work the way most people might think.


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“Aviation in Peace and War” by Frederick Hugh Sykes is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the role and impact of aviation in both times of peace and war. Sykes, a distinguished military aviator and strategist, delves into the evolution of aviation, its influence on warfare, and its potential for the future. With its rich historical context and forward-thinking analysis, the book offers a captivating journey through the realms of aviation and its profound implications.
A Historical Perspective
Sykes begins by providing a compelling historical backdrop, tracing the origins of aviation and its early developments. He highlights key milestones, from the Wright Brothers’ first flight to the rapid advancements in aircraft technology during World War I. Through his meticulous research, Sykes paints a vivid picture of the challenges faced by aviation pioneers and their significant contributions to the field.
The Impact of Aviation on Warfare
In this section, Sykes delves into the revolutionary impact of aviation on the conduct of war. He masterfully explains how aviation transformed traditional warfare principles, emphasizing the unparalleled advantage it brought to the battlefield. From reconnaissance and aerial bombing to air superiority and strategic bombing, Sykes elucidates the ways aviation reshaped military strategies and tactics, turning the tide of battles and shaping the outcome of conflicts.
Science and Technological Progress
One of the book’s strengths lies in Sykes’ exploration of the interplay between science, technology, and aviation. He highlights the rapid progress made in aviation due to scientific advancements, especially during times of war. Sykes provides captivating insights into the role of research and development. The evolution of aircraft design, and the emergence of innovative technologies. This section effectively demonstrates the symbiotic relationship between aviation and scientific progress.
Challenges and Lessons Learned
Sykes doesn’t shy away from addressing the challenges faced by aviation, both in peacetime and during armed conflicts. He examines the limitations and vulnerabilities of early aircraft, discusses the inherent risks for pilots. And analyzes the difficulties of maintaining an effective air force. Furthermore, Sykes reflects on the lessons learned from past experiences. Stressing the need for continuous adaptation, preparedness, and innovation in the face of evolving threats.
The Future of Aviation
In the final section, Sykes offers a visionary outlook on the future of aviation. He predicts that aviation’s true potential is yet to be fully realized, despite the significant progress made thus far. Sykes envisions the role of aviation expanding beyond warfare, with possibilities for transportation, exploration, and scientific advancements. He urges readers to embrace the boundless opportunities aviation presents while remaining cognizant of the ethical and strategic considerations that accompany such advancements.
“Aviation in Peace and War” is a remarkable contribution to the understanding of aviation’s transformative influence on warfare and beyond. Sykes’s expertise as a military aviator shines through his engaging narrative and meticulous research. The book’s structure, with distinct sections and headings, allows for easy navigation and comprehension. Whether you are a military history enthusiast, an aviation aficionado, or simply interested in the intersection of science, technology. And warfare, Sykes’s work will leave you enlightened and inspired. “Aviation in Peace and War” is an invaluable resource that sheds light on the past, present, and future of aviation. Leaving readers with a deep appreciation for this influential fighting-arm.


DVIDS – News – Air Defense Units Test Their Skills at Roving Sands 22
FORT BLISS, Texas – Air Defense Soldiers from across the 32d Army Air and Missile Defense Command recently participated in Roving Sands 22, May 14-23. The exercise spanned multiple training areas of Fort Bliss and is the only event of its kind in the U.S. Army.
The Roving Sands exercise is designed as an opportunity to assess the operational capability and training methods used by air defense artillery brigades and to test their systems in simulated large-scale combat operations.
“Roving Sands is the largest integrated air and missile defense exercise in the continental United States involving nearly 2,000 troops, and we are conducting it as we continue to prepare for large-scale combat operations in the United States. support of our maneuver force,” said Brig. Gen. David F. Stewart, commanding general, 32d AAMDC and exercise director Roving Sands 22. “We had units from across the country, Fort Hood, Fort Sill, Fort Bragg and Fort Campbell, to support this event of center-style combat training that was world-class training for our soldiers.”
The latest iteration of Roving Sands also provided an opportunity to test new procedures and controls in the exercise for the first time.
“We were able to leverage the 1st Armored Division, a maneuver unit, to serve as higher command, which was the first time a maneuver unit replicated a corps-level unit at Roving Sands,” Major said. Andrew Sklar, Training and Exercise Support Officer, 32nd AAMDC. “This allowed the 32nd AAMDC to ensure maneuver forces understood how to realistically use air defense forces to support them on the battlefield. To simulate air defense engagements, we used the Pelorus system and Flight Mission Simulator/Digital to bring simulated theater ballistic missile combat to Patriot aircrews.
On a daily basis, units faced a multitude of warfare scenarios, such as chemical attacks, small arms engagements and mass casualty events, which tested their ability to respond to external stresses while accomplishing their overall air defense mission of defending ground forces from the air. and missile attacks.
“Roving Sands was a very good exercise. It really gave us the opportunity to work in a large-scale combat operations environment,” said Capt. Vincente Trejo, Battery Commander, Charlie Battery, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 31st Air Defense Artillery Brigade, Fort Sill, Okla. “I think my battery will leave here much more competent in our military bases and our air defense skills. It’s a timely event that allows us to come away with better soldiers and a better battery.
According to Lt. Col. Matthew Inglis, Battalion Commander, 5th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 11th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, Fort Bliss, air defense units must employ combat operations tactics on a large scale at Roving Sands they don’t. normally used during operational deployments. “Unlike CENTCOM, where we know exactly where the enemy is, and it is quite static, there is a dynamic and changing threat here that continues to challenge our defensive line and our force protection elements as well,” he said. Inglis said.
Roving Sands also attracted a number of high profile visitors, such as Command Sgt. Maj. Jacinto Garza of U.S. Army Central, Brig. General Curt Taylor of the National Training Center and senior air defense officers from Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
“The thing I was most proud of during this rotation was the visit we had from the National Training Center Commander, Brig. Gen. Curt Taylor,” the command sergeant said. Maj. Jerry Jacobitz, 32d AAMDC senior enlisted advisor.
“He mentioned that he wanted to see more soldiers digging to increase their survivability,” Jacobitz said. “So when he went to see some of our Avenger system operators in the field, who had actually dug into their combat positions, he said, ‘I had to fly up to Fort Bliss, Texas, to see the standard.”
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If you're planning to take to the skies over Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, helicopter rides provide a one-of-a-kind viewing experience. Whether you're seeking an adventurous way to see the Great Barrier Reef or looking for a luxurious travel option to nearby destinations like Port Douglas, helicopter rides offer unparalleled views and dynamic experiences. But what about the cost, how much is a helicopter ride? In these few paragraphs, our travel team at The Tour Specialists will delve into how much the helicopter rides in Cairns can cost so you know what to expect before booking your sky-high adventure.
Types of Helicopter Flights in Cairns & How Much They cost
Scenic Flight Tours
Cairns offers various scenic helicopter flights that showcase iconic landmarks like the Great Barrier Reef, World Heritage listed rainforests, and outback savannahs and each helicopter flight has a different cost based on number of passengers, weights of passengers, flying conditions and distance of flight.
- Prices: Ranging from $285 to $1200, depending on the length and route of the helicopter flight.
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Private charter flights to nearby destinations, such as Port Douglas, can be a luxurious and efficient way to travel. Taking a loved one and landing on a solitary sand cay in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef is the ultimate experience.
- Prices: Starting from $599 to $1,200, based on destination, inclusions such as snack and beverages and flight duration.
3. Special Occasion Flights
Celebrate a special occasion with a unique helicopter experience, complete with personalized touches. Land on a sand cay or on a floating pontoon in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef or on the rock edges and cliffs overlooking a waterfall in the Daintree Rainforests.
- Prices: Packages start at $599 and can go upwards of $1500.
4. Aerial Photography Flights
For professionals or enthusiasts, aerial photography flights provide unmatched vantage points for capturing Cairns' beauty.
- Prices: Typically starting around $600.
What Influences Helicopter Flights Cairns Prices?
Several factors can influence the cost of helicopter flights in Cairns:
- Duration of Flight: Longer flights typically cost more.
- Route and Destination: Specialized routes may have premium pricing.
- Type of Helicopter: Different helicopters have varying price points.
- Inclusions: Extras like refreshments, snacks, or photography services will impact the price.
Booking Your Cairns Helicopter Flight
When looking for helicopter flights in Cairns, it's essential to:
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Conclusion: So Now You Know How Much a Helicopter Ride Costs in Cairns.
Helicopter flights in Cairns offer a diverse range of experiences to suit different tastes, occasions, and budgets. By understanding the types of flights available and what influences the pricing, you can find an option that's perfect for you.
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SpaceX is 'bouncing back' in its quest for the development of private space flight. On January 9th the SpaceX company successfully launched another rocket, its first since a major set-back when one of its spaceship exploded last September. The unmanned Falcon 9 rocket took off from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California and deployed ten Iridium satellites.
There is a great resource on the SpaceX site showing a graphic depiction of the Falcon 9 rocket and a break down of its ultimate aims, including manned flight.
Iridium satellites, the name of a commercial group of satellites, are well known to amateur astronomers for the 'Iridium flare' effect, perhaps better known as .satellite flare, and also called satellite glint. This phenomenon is caused by the reflective surfaces on satellites (such as antennas, SAR or solar panels) reflecting sunlight directly onto the Earth below and appearing as a brief, bright "flare". These flashes in the sky are entirely predictable for a given location and can be found in tables on several web sites and apps; I use Heavens-Above.
SpaceX of course is also know for its recoverable first stage which if all goes well lands back to earth on a floating platform. Here is a link to a video of a 2016 landing.
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Helicopter means Italianity! The one who laid the foundations for designing this vehicle was Leonardo Da Vinci in 1486, to be precise.
The greatest artist and inventor in history, he designed a flying machine with revolving wings, thanks to the idea of the propeller; however more water under the bridges, and I would say clouds in the sky above all, were supposed to pass.
Helicopter really means Italianity, even though many abroad claim the paternity. The invention of the helicopter is tricolour! Regarding the world of flight, the inventions of the airplane and helicopter, although coming from a common history, they had parted ways. The study of flight by two wings continued in one way; while the one that provided for the operation of a higher propeller had other tortuous developments.
With some certainty, in this regard, we can say that the first that can be classified as a real helicopter, even if embryonic, dates back to the end of the nineteenth century. The ancestor of our modern helicopters, is undoubtedly the one developed by the Italian engineer Enrico Forlanini in 1877. All the aircraft at the time were delicate, just think that at the beginning the planes were wooden, very unstable and very fragile. The prototype of the engineer Forlanini was a small aircraft with a steam engine weighing about three kilos.
Corradino D’Ascanio and the helicopter
The helicopter of Forlanini managed to rise up to about 13 meters from the ground, but its steam structure did not allow much autonomy or pilot. We will have to wait until 1907 to see a bizarre aircraft equipped with a pilot lift off the ground. That year, Paul Cornu made another prototype with pedals, which operated rotating propellers, but it was almost a toy.
This prototype had no future, in fact, it rose from the ground only about thirty centimeters, and then fell down ruinously. In short, from the time of Forlanini, they were stalling, if not dropping into recession. The only helicopter’s father is Corradino D’Ascanio. The brilliant inventor has gone down in history for having conceived the Vespa, which has had a global success with few precedents. Born in 1891, he dreamt of flying since childhood, and he was attracted by aeronautical science, which was to the very beginning.
Enrolled at the prestigious Royal Institute of Engineering in Turin, he graduated in 1914 and few were able to keep up with his futuristic ideas. Perhaps D’Ascanio was too far ahead of its time. In 1906, after the Wright brothers’ flight, he designed and tested a sort of hang glider and made it fly successfully in the Abruzzo hills. During the war Corradino D’Ascanio installed the first radio on a vehicle and contributed to the modification of dozens of biplanes.
For him the flight was really an obsession. The successes of this visionary inventor have been numerous, but he did not always find an open mind, capable of supporting him. Evidently the time was not yet ripe. D’Ascanio’s “helicopters” to irrigate the fields are also brilliant. They are the ancestors of today’s drones, in which at first no one believed.
Ugo Veniero D’Annunzio
One of the winning strategies of the engineer D’Ascanio was undoubtedly that of opening a company together with Ugo Veniero D’Annunzio; an engineer, son of Gabriele. Thus a small aircraft was born on which the engine of a Harley Davidson was mounted. In those years he built many structures and patented some new inventions. Finally, one day, the first fully functional Italian helicopter took off on the Ciampino airport runway.
It was the D’AT3, designed and built entirely by the genius of Corradino D’Ascanio, and led by Major Marinello Nelli. It was October 8, 1930, and the Italian “flying machine” won the record in flight duration of 8′ 45”; the tenth record of distance with 1,079 meters in a straight line, and the thirteenth in absolute. The event had great prominence in the press, especially that of eighteen meters in height; records that will remain unbeaten for some years.


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Fai una proposta - CLIPPER JET 1 PEZZO Potrebbe interessarti anche Altri utenti nella categoria Clipper Jet hanno visualizzato: clipper jet 1 , clipper metal jet , pan am jet clipper , black metal jet flame , clipper jet flame poke , jet clippers pan american , clipper jet flame maria skull , cartolina aviazione pan america Pan American World Airways, originally founded as Pan American Airways and commonly known as Pan Am, was the principal and largest international air carrier and unofficial flag carrier of the United States from 1927 until its collapse on December 4, 1991. It was founded in 1927 as a scheduled air mail and passenger service operating between Key West, Florida, and Havana, Cuba Traduzioni in contesto per clipper jet in inglese-italiano da Reverso Context: Relax, and enjoy your clipper jet service to Europe Trying to identify this large 2′ x 3′ publicity photo of a Pan Am Clipper flying over a 19th c clipper ship at anchor in front of a shipwreck with palm trees /island to the left. It's a a Siskorsky S42 and the Pan Am logo is much further toward the nose than the other examples I've seen. It is in it's original 1930's frame Pan Am 747 Clipper Mercury, Anchorage, Alaska. 18 likes. Pan Am 747 Clipper Mercury: A New Life
Hello Clipper 405. Reporter Dan Gilmore's eyewitness account of the first flight to link the US and Soviet Union on regularly scheduled service. July 15, 1968 Pan Am N405PA Clipper Stargazer landed in Moscow, making history . Join Facebook to connect with Panam Jet Clipper and others you may know. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected
Jet Parts for Pontiac Grand Am, Remco Other Monster Toys, Remco Robot Toys, Dog Grooming Fur Clippers Clippers, Bag Pan Am Airlines Collectibles, Vintage Glass for Packard Clipper, Vintage Grilles for Packard Clipper, Nostalgia Toy Box Vintage & Antique Play Sets, Vintage Headlights for Packard Clipper Pan American World Airways - Pan Am: Aircraft Name: Jet Clipper Endeavor: City / Airport: Sydney - Kingsford Smith International (YSSY / SYD) Map: Region / Country: New South Wales, Australia: Photo Date: 24 February 1968: Photo by: David Carter Contact: Photo ID: 39395 Submit Correction: View count Pan Am - An Airline and Its Aircraft, by R.E.G. Davies Nathan Andrews - Boeing 307's John Leutich - Airbus A310's Daniel Siragusa - Airbus A310's Names&of&the&Pan&Am&Clippers! 1934to!1991 By!Manufacturer!and!Model!! Compiled!by!John!Steele Processing! Type! Ship! Name! MSN! Enter Service! Ended Service! Notes! Airbus!A300B4E203 N202PA! Clipper. Jet Clipper Eights: Pan Am DC-8-30s. Pan Am delayed acceptance of its first DC-8s for three to five weeks in order to add the slot and wing tip mods but received its first, N804PA on February 7. Same livery but note the 707 doesn't have a Jet Clipper name. Pan Am Clipper Names Pan Am Clipper Names 1934-1991 Source: www.panam.org As many people know, flying used to be viewed as a big event, with women and children in their Sunday best and men in suit
1987 PAN AM Jet Clipper Class seat passenger photo You expect more comfort ad - $9.89. Grade per Six Grade System: Near Mint Size in English units (approximate): 7 3/4 X 10 3/4 Size in metric units (approximate): 20 cm x 27 cm Product source: Magazine Miscellaneous Information: One page print advertisement To find similar items in our store, please click here In vendita Pan AM Clipper Tin piano, completa nella casella, Pan American N801PA Clipper Jet (HAJI Giappone) Esattamente come indicato Grande aggiunta alla tua collezione piacere ***** Tutti gli articoli provengono da una casa senza fum Vtg Pan Am Airlines Clipper Jet Boeing 707 NY PARIS John T. McCoy Print Signed. $249.99. Free shipping . PAN AM 1960 PARIS & EIFFEL TOWER BY BOEING 707 JET CLIPPERS LOWEST FARES AD. $4.99 + $2.67 shipping . Picture Information. Opens image gallery. Image not available. Mouse over to Zoom-. Pan American World Airways (Pan Am) was founded on October 27, 1927 as America's first international airline. The small company began flying air mail between Key West, Florida and Havana, Cuba. Pan Am would grow to serve most major Latin American cities by the early 1930s. To the left is one of Pan Am's early Foker F-7 aircraft Dec 3, 2018 - Explore jeandelisi's board PAN AM on Pinterest. See more ideas about Pan am, Vintage airlines, Pan american
Mar 19, 2020 - Explore aeroclippervid's board Pan Am B-314 Clipper on Pinterest. See more ideas about Flying boat, Pan am and Aviation La prima e unica stagione della serie televisiva Pan Am, composta da 14 episodi, è stata trasmessa in prima visione assoluta negli Stati Uniti d'America da ABC dal 25 settembre 2011 al 19 febbraio 2012.. In Italia la stagione è stata trasmessa in prima visione satellitare da Fox Life dal 9 gennaio al 9 aprile 2012. L'episodio pilota ha invece debuttato in chiaro eccezionalmente su Cielo il. In quegli anni, la metà dei Sessanta, si pensava che il futuro sarebbe stato dei jet supersonici come il Concorde (che Pan Am aveva preso in considerazione ma poi lasciato perdere) e quindi che. In early 1938, the Sikorsky S-42B Samoan Clipper exploded in flight, killing Captain Edwin Musick and his crew. Six months later while flying from Guam to Manila, the Martin 130 Hawaii Clipper vanished without a trace.. In two sudden blows, Pan Am lost its most honored and famous pilot, two crews, the six passengers on the Hawaii Clipper, and two of its five Pacific clippers
Il volo. L'8 dicembre 1963, il volo Pan Am 214, un Boeing 707-121 quadrimotore turbogetto chiamato Clipper Tradewind, decollò da Porto Rico alle 16:10 pm EST diretto a Filadelfia con 73 passeggeri e 8 membri dell'equipaggio a bordo. Alle ore 19:35 EST, il volo 214 effettuò uno scalo tecnico per fare rifornimento a Baltimora, da dove ripartì alle ore 20:24 EST Carb Jet Kits Custom Built to Specs-Full Tech Support-Easily Installed Powe A Pan Am Jet Clipper route map from December 1971. This map shows Pan Am's global network at what may have been its height - before the losses of the 1970s and the asset sales and cutbacks of the 1980s. The map shows four distinct divisions: Atlantic, Latin America, Pacific and Intra-German. New York is clearly Pan Am's primary hub, though many cities host multiple routes around the. May 29, 2020 - Explore aeroclippervid's board Pan Am B-314 Clipper on Pinterest. See more ideas about Flying boat, Pan am, Boeing Jan 10, 2018 - Explore uctechrichard's board Pan Am Clipper on Pinterest. See more ideas about Flying boat, Amphibious aircraft, Float plane
Below a series of Screen Shots featuring PAN AM's 707 and DC-8 Jet Clippers of the 1960's. PAN AM's Clipper AMERICA N707PA departing New York's Idelwild Airport at 7:20PM, October 26th 1958, inaugurating America's first transatlantic revenue Jetliner service to Paris Le Bourget Airport Pan Am Historical Foundation The ladies lounge had stools where female passengers could sit and do their makeup. The Clipper made its maiden trans-Atlantic voyage on June 28, 1939 Traduzioni in contesto per un clipper in italiano-spagnolo da Reverso Context: Il trimmer pop-up può essere estremamente funzionale e anche ha davvero molto buona qualsiasi lavoro perché un clipper dedicato 1981 PAN AM Boeing 747 Jet Clipper Business Class cabin photo vintage print Ad - $9.99. Original print advertisement from 1981 (not a reprint or reproduction, all of my items are originals). Condition Grade: VG Size: 8 3/4 x 10 3/4 inches (each page, 2 page ad) Packaging: Packed flat in a stiff cardboard mailer and then sealed in a waterproof poly mailer. 36261831935
Jet Clipper Defiance was originally registered to Trans World Airways as N771TW, but never delivered. (It carried a Trans World Airlines model number, 707-331, rather than a Pan American code, 707-321.) It was then sold to Pan Am, delivered 23 March 1960 and registered N704PA. Late in its career, it was leased to several smaller airlines Pan American World Airways (Pan Am) Fleet Details and History. Pan American World Airways (Pan Am) IATA PA: ICAO PAA: Callsign CLIPPER: Airline Full Name: Pan American World Airways, Inc. Country: United States: Airline Founded : 14 Mar 1927: Ceased operations: 4 Dec 1991: Base. Aug 15, 2015 - Pan Am's first DC-8. N800PA Jet Clipper Flying Cloud. CN 45253, Line Number 5. Sold to Panair do Brazil then Varig. Crashed in Liberia in 1967 - Geoffrey Thoma Pan Am was a part of two other historic occasions for Guam during the early post-war era. On 1 July 1960, Guam entered the jet era, with the arrival of a Pan Am Boeing 707. Then on May 9-12, 1967, Pan Am launched the first direct round-trip Guam-Tokyo route, ushering in the present-day tourism industry First named Clipper America, she was renamed Clipper Sea Lark and finally Clipper Juan T. Trippe. She was a Pan Am owned airplane from 1970 until December 4, 1991, at Pan Am's shut down, having operated for Pan Am for over 21 years, except for a brief lease to Air Zaire as N747QC
Pan Am Jet Clipper. 136 24 2K (1 Today) The Jet Clippers of Pan Am were world renowned for their speed, comfort and service. This print depicts the 707-321B Intercontinental version of the aircraft. It was a stretched version of the standard 707 and also had a longer range Pan Am compró el DC-8 y el Boeing 707, que Boeing amplió a filas de seis pasajeros (en lugar de los cinco originales) bajo presión de Pan Am. La aerolínea inauguró el servicio de jet trasatlántico desde Nueva York a París el 26 de octubre de 1958 con un B-707 llamado Clipper America In 1952, an overspeeding propeller caused Pan Am Clipper Good Hope to shake itself to pieces over the Brazilian rain forest. An uncoupled overspeed—where a windmilling propeller breaks free of the shaft connecting it to the engine—was especially dangerous, since the prop could fly apart and pierce the fuselage, knocking out communications, injuring or killing passengers, starting a fire. Jun 20, 2017 - Clipper Young America pushback (Pan Am's first 747) Jun 20, 2017 - Clipper Young America pushback (Pan Am's first 747) Stay safe and healthy. Please practice hand-washing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Dismiss Visi
Pan Am Flight 103 was a regularly scheduled Pan Am transatlantic flight from Frankfurt to Detroit via London and New York City.On 21 December 1988, N739PA, the aircraft operating the transatlantic leg of the route was destroyed by a bomb, killing all 243 passengers and 16 crew in what became known as the Lockerbie bombing. Large sections of the aircraft crashed onto a residential street in. Pan Am had a very popular restaurant on the rooftop of its Dinner Key Flying Boat Base in Miami, Florida. Below is a wine & beverage list dating from the late 1930s or early 1940s from the Dinner Key restaurant where customers paid a la carte Pan American World Airways Captain Robert Ford will become the first commercial airline pilot to circumnavigate the world, to bring the Boeing 314 NC18602 Pacific Clipper safely to La Guardia Field in New York, from Auckland, New Zealand, it's normal route interrupted by the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii during the early stages of World War II Panam Jet Clipper está en Facebook. Únete a Facebook para conectar con Panam Jet Clipper y otras personas que tal vez conozcas. Facebook da a la gente el..
Celebrating Pan Am On December 4, 1991 Pan Am's 64 years as an aviation pioneer came to a close as Clipper Goodwill, the last revenue flight flew from Bridgetown, Barbados to Miami, Florida . The flight was met in Miami with both tears and ceremony herpa WINGS Flugzeugminiatur Pan American World Airlines Boeing 707-320 Jet Clipper Liberty Bell im Maßstab 1/200.. Die Intercontinental-Version von Boeings erstem Jet hob erstmals am 11. Januar 1959 ab. Erstkunde Pan Am startete mit dem Jet Clipper Liberty Bell den Linienbetrieb am 27 And Pan American World Airways, which collapsed in 1991, was the epitome of that luxury in the sky. Now, a company in Los Angeles wants to take you back in time so you can see for yourself. The Pan Am Experience offers monthly dinner parties aboard a replica Boeing 747 styled like a Pan Am Jumbo Jet from the 1970s First time small brother on Pan American colors aircraft name Clipper Caroline. Jet Clipper Caroline aircraft originally named one of Pan Am's Boeing 707-121B which was produced in 1958.. N710PA. Beechcraft A60 Duke. JetPhotos.com is the biggest database of aviation photographs with over 4 million screened photos online Find great deals on eBay for postcard boeing clipper. Shop with confidence
Amazon.com: pan am clipper. Skip to main content. Try Prime All Go Search EN Hello, Sign in Account & Lists Sign in Account & Lists Orders Try Prime Cart. Best Sellers Gift Ideas New Releases Whole. Pan Am 727 1970s Colors Jet Clipper Ponce De Leon (1:400) by Dragon Wings: Amazon.it: Giochi e giocattol 108 results for pan am clipper model Save pan am clipper model to get e-mail alerts and updates on your eBay Feed. Unfollow pan am clipper model to stop getting updates on your eBay Feed To London by Jet Clipper Pan Am - Vintage Travel Poster, 1950 . WORLDWIDE EXPRESS SHIPPING!! DOOR-TO-DOOR DELIVERY IN 3-5 DAYS, ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD!! We are shipping ALL ORDERS via express cargo services (DHL, FedEx, UPS, TNT etc.). Estimated delivery times: Europe -> 2-3 days US, Canada, Australia and rest of the world -> 3-5 day Despite its short life, the Clipper helped usher in a new era of international travel and allowed Pan Am to become an aviation force around the world. Pan Am again became synonymous with glamour when the jet age led to another transformation of commercial air travel. In October 1958, Pan Am began transatlantic jet service between New York and.
Proclaiming its Jet Age ambition, a 1962 Pan Am terminal brochure read: Jet Age engineering - modern science anticipating your needs...in Pan American's Jet Age terminal they reach their highest expression - all to smooth your departures and arrivals...to add to the pleasures of Jet Clipper travel Pan Am (aastatel 1950-1991 Pan American World Airways, 1927-1950 Pan American Airways) oli Ameerika lennufirma, mis tegutses aastatel 1927—1991.Pan Am oli suurim lennufirma maailmas ning lendas Põhja- ja Lõuna-Ameerikas, Kariibi mere saartel, Euroopas, Aasias, Aafrikas ning Lähis-Idas
A great chance to pick up a highly sought after model. 1-400 pan am 747-100 Clipper Juan t trippe in absolute excellent condition. Carton only no box for this one. Was displayed in glass case.Please read full description.This is a 1:400 scale commercial airliner. Please ask questions before you purchase Apr 30, 2012 - Pan Am clipper club- every summer at the clipper club before leaving for our annual trip to Europe.... . As the highlight of the ceremony, Juan Trippe's voice came over the radio. Pan American World Airways (eller enbart Pan Am) var ett amerikanskt flygbolag 1927-1991 och 1996-2004. Flygbolaget var före den första konkursen det största internationella flygbolaget i USA. Företaget var en föregångare på många områden och var bland annat det första flygbolag som använde sig av jetflyg, jumbojet och datoriserade bokningssystem
Pan Am Clipper Defiance #636849. BY CaliforniaSoul - Sat Apr 07, 2001 10:10 am - Sat Apr 07, 2001 10:10 am #636849. Looking for any current information or history on the Pan Am 707 Jet Clipper Defiance. This is the plane that delivered the Beatles to JFK on February 7, 1964 for their appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show SKYMARKS PAN AM 707 1/150 JET CLIPPER MONSOON REG#N415PA. This true to scale model features solid injection molded plastic construction with highly detailed graphics. Great for collectors with authentic markings and designs. The snap-fit design allows for easy assembly A Pan Am Airlines Boeing 747-100 jet in flight, June 1, 1984. Credit: AP Photo The first flight of Pan American World Airways' advanced-technology L1011-500 tri-jet was made November 16, 1979
Yankee Clipper: February 1939: Atlantic service. Purchased by the U.S. Navy in 1942, but operated by Pan Am. Crashed and sank in River Tagus near Lisbon, Portugal on February 22, 1943: NC-18604 Atlantic Clipper: March 1939: Atlantic service. Purchased by the U.S. Navy in 1942, but operated by Pan Am. Salvaged for parts. NC-18605 Dixie Clipper. Boeing 747SP Pan Am Clipper KISS Special N532PA Polished With Stand (Inflight 200 IF747SPPA0420P
Pan Am. 6.6K likes. Pan American Community Fan Page. Blue Skies, Jon Proctor  Jon was responsible for bringing us some of the best Commercial Aviation photos the world over, including many photos we've shared.. The Boeing 747 is an American wide-body commercial jet airliner and cargo aircraft, Pan Am 747-100 N732PA Clipper Storm King Diecast Model. Product Videos. PAN AM Boeing 747-100 Los Angeles - New York JFK [FSX HD] Pan Am 747-100 N732PA Clipper Storm King $169.95. Add To Cart. Preorder Now. Preorder Sold Out There is a former Pan Am 707-321 N728PA 'Clipper Peerless' still in Manila. Supposely this airframe has been a nightclub since 1982. Whether this is true or not, I don't know, but I seriously doubt it Es war erneut der legendäre Pan-Am-Chef Juan Trippe - der Jahre zuvor bereits die Clipper-Flotte geordert hatte - der Boeing später zur Entwicklung des revolutionären Jumbo-Jets 747 brachte Boeing 747-100 Pan Am Clipper Storm King N732PA with stand The probe was 32ft long and used to measure wind gusts (Inflight 200 IF741PAAEXP) € 179.95 € 140.4
Pan Am Boeing 707 Jet Clipper America. 3 1 367 (1 Today) - Pan Am annual report to shareholders, 1957 edition Few symbols of the jet age are as strong as a Pan Am Boeing 707 jetliner flying around the world, its passengers attended by an army of blue-clad stewardesses Though not the first commercial jet to enter service, the Boeing 707 became a mainstay of the early jet age and quickly became very popular with travelers and airlines alike. The Jet Clippers of Pan Am were world renowned for their speed, comfort and service. This print depicts the 707-321B Intercontinental version o Video: Pan Am Boeing 707 Clipper service from 1958 September 25, 2011 by Darren 6 Comments In anticipation of tonight's premier of the ABC television series Pan Am, I found this promotional video from Pan Am from 1958 showing the luxury and elegance of their Boeing 707 Clipper jet service Afterward Pan Am sold its New York - London route. Company experienced another serious financial loss in 1988. Pan Am B747 crash in Lockerbie, in 1988, cost company $300 million worth lawsuit and a fine from the FAA for 19 security failings. As per reports, Pan Am was losing around $3 million per day of operation in the later months of 1991 Pan Am's flying boats, the Clippers, were to play a short but important transitional role in the evolution of transoceanic travel. The great Pan Am Clippers—the Sikorsky S42's, the M-130's and the B-314's—were probably the most romantic planes ever built
História da Pan Am Clipper Connection. Em Março de 2004, a Pan Am Clipper começa a operar no trecho Trenton à New Jersey.A Base operacional dessa empresa e no Aeroporto internacional de Portsmouth.. Hoje em dia a Pan Am opera os jatos regionais Jet Stream 3000, com capacidade máxima para 19 assentos.. Opera também em viagens fretadas ou turismo em época de férias Herpa Wings 1:500 - Pan American Boeing 707-300 Jet Clipper Majestic. New registration: N1703D. One of the leading performers in the TV serial Pan Am is this Boeing 707 with the fi ctional name Jet Clipper Majestic. The series portrays the golden years of Pan Am in the 1960s, and was sold in over 100 countries . Mont Blanc - $25.00. Mont Blanc Acrylic Single Pen Display. Authentic Mont - $150.00. Authentic Mont Blanc 696383 Star-walker Midnight Black Resin Ballpoint Pen. Mont Blanc - $1,200.00 Other North and South American Airlines - Last Pan-Am Clipper jet grounded? (Boston Maine Airways) - Last flight I can see for N348PA is a trip to PHX in March of this year. Its now owned by a company called Cybergate-Nevada. Anyone know if this plane is still flying and if its still painted in Pan-Am livery
.Moeller (Editor) Coleman Productions . Pan Am inaugurated the first scheduled passenger jet flight on Oct 26, 1958 from New York to Paris .The film describes organization of a flight at the age of jet airplanes Pan Am's first DC-8. N800PA Jet Clipper Flying Cloud. CN 45253, Line Number 5. Sold to Panair do Brazil then Varig. Crashed in Liberia in 1967 - Geoffre
Pan American World Airways (kurz Pan Am, ursprünglich Pan American Airways) war eine 1927 gegründete US-amerikanische Fluggesellschaft mit Sitz in New York und eine der weltweit ersten, die interkontinentale Flüge anboten.. Im Jahr 1991 meldete Pan Am Insolvenz an. Nachdem Teile des umfangreichen Streckennetzes an United Airlines veräußert worden waren, wurde die Gesellschaft von Delta. Pan Am's first passenger service started a month later. On June 28 th, 1939, the Dixie Clipper left New York bound for Europe. The first paying customer of the modern commercial flight era was a railway tycoon called William Eck, who Pan Am presented with a silver cigarette case Pan Am started proper transatlantic services in the summer of 1939, and had literally just weeks of operations before things fell apart. Of the six new Boeing 314 flying boats, two got diverted to the Pacific, and the other four provided two once-weekly services from New York, one through Botwood, Newfoundland and Foynes, Ireland to Southampton, and the other through the Azores and Lisbon to.
This Pan Am Clipper has 2 Classes. First and Economy unlike their 747 200B aircraft which will be uploaded. The model includes the following Lighting System Exterior Switch in Cockpit 2 Classes First Class Economy Class 120 140 Seats 2 Galleys First Economy 3 Lavatorys 1 First 2 Economy 4.. 1958 - Pan Am's Boeing 707 Clipper America flies the first scheduled transatlantic service of a U.S.-built jet. 1962 - First airline to develop a global computer reservations system, named PANAMAC. 1964 - First airline to relay in-flight messages via satellite
Pan AM Jet Clipper by Mark Karvon - Boeing 70 In anticipation of tonight's premier of the ABC television series Pan Am, I found this promotional video from Pan Am from 1958 showing the luxury and elegance of their Boeing 707 Clipper jet service. Note how similar the flight attendants uniforms are to those seen on the TV show. Well done, ABC, for being tru


Paris (AFP)- Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti became the first European to take command of the International Space Station (ISS) on Wednesday and the ceremony was broadcast live.
The event gave the outgoing commander of the ISS, Russian cosmonaut Oleg Artemiev, the opportunity to discuss the conflict in Ukraine. “Despite the storms on Earth, our international cooperation continues,” he said.
This is the second time in space for Samantha Cristoforetti, a 45-year-old engineer and fighter pilot, who left for the ISS on April 27.
The astronaut is the fifth woman, and the first non-American woman, to take command of the spacecraft since the formal appointment of a commander in 2000.
During an informal and relaxed ceremony, the acting commander symbolically presented him with a golden key for his investiture, which he will assume until October 10, before returning to Earth.
Artemiev praised the work of the team of ten astronauts from three countries, including himself. He described the ISS as “the continuation of the Soyuz-Apollo program, when the relationship between East and West was not easy either”.
Cooperation between Russia and the West in space matters is hampered by the offensive launched by Moscow against its Ukrainian neighbor on 24 February.
Western sanctions imposed on Russia following this offensive partly affect the Russian aerospace industry and could have an impact on the ISS, some of whose supplies could be disrupted.
For her part, Samantha Cristoforetti praised the work of her teammates, noting that they all form “a small part of the gigantic team on the ground” which manages the operations of the ISS.
© 2022 AFP


... over the grasslands of east central Texas at 1,500 feet in a Cessna Cardinal. I was only seventeen and had only held my private pilot's license for several months. A friend and I decided to fly from Baton Rouge to check out the UT Austin campus as we were getting our undergraduate applications in order - what better way to build some flight time and satisfy a teenage wanderlust. I was comfortable with using the VORs, so as we droned our way to Austin, I wasn't overly concerned about the lack of roads or other obvious ground features to follow. I failed to notice the warning flag come in as the signal started to fade and I lazily followed the CDI needle as it drifted off to one side. After a few minutes it occurred to me that I was flying East rather than West and the adreline began to flow as I realized there were no obvious ground features for pilotage. After a couple of anxious minutes, I decided to circle higher and as we gained altitude, we regained line of sight to the VOR station and the warning flag went out. Shortly after, I was able to raise Austin and get radar service into the airport.
By the standards of "there I was stories", this was a pretty harmless episode, but it thought me much as I embarked on a career as a flight instructor and it was the first and last time I was lost in an airplane. Today, I am the curator for the aviation sections of the Time and Navigation exhibit. I have come to truly appreciate how much those black boxes - whether VOR or GPS - have made it possible to cross featureless landscapes. The long distance fliers of 1927 did not have the luxury of VORs or radar, and the few minutes of panic I had with good weather and a reasonable fuel reserve were but a drop in the bucket compared to the anxiety that those intrepid aviators experienced during much of their flights. The sheer terror of getting vertigo in instrument conditions or a misfiring engine while while offshore will fortunately not be known by most people,but it was a routine experience for those who pushed the boundaries of navigation eighty-five years ago. This exhibit is in part a tip of of the hat to bravery that should not be forgotten.


- Author: Charles H. Hubbell
- Date: 1949-55
- Medium: Lithograph
- Condition: Excellent
- Inches: 13" x 15 1/2"
- Centimeters: 33.33 x 39.74
- Price: Sold
Air flight aviation prints created by artist Charles H. Hubbell for Thompson Products, Inc., a manufacturer of automotive and aircraft parts in Cleveland, Ohio.
Charles H. Hubbell was one of the most renowned commercial aviation artists in US history, with more than 500 paintings in his body of work. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, he entered the Naval Air Service during World War I. While stationed in Buffalo, New York, he redesigned airplanes at the Curtiss airplane factory. After the war he returned to Cleveland and graduated from the Cleveland School of Art, and he received a pilot's license in 1927. In 1934, Hubbell was commissioned by Fred Crawford, the chairman of Thompson Products, to paint past winners of the Thompson Trophy Air Race. This was the beginning of a long career as Thompson's free-lance artist, for whom he produced an annual illustrated calendar from 1937 to 1972.
Today many of his paintings are in the permanent collection of the Western Reserve Historical Society's Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum in Cleveland. (Referenced from The Encyclopedia of Cleveland History, published 18 July 1997).
More Images by Charles H. Hubbell


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Flight 46 Monthly Meeting
1st Thursday of each Month (except July)
meet between 5:45 to 6:30 at Pelican's Restaurant in Midwest City, OK
Welcome to Wiley Post Flight # 46!
- Wiley Post Flight 46 was founded in 1977 at Tinker AFB, OK. We meet in the Daedalian Room in the Tinker AFB Officer/NCO Club on the first Thursday of each month except for July.
- _NOTE; NOTE; PLEASE NOTE: WE NOW MEET AT PELICAN’S RESTAURANT IN MIDWEST CITY, OK BECAUSE THE TINKER CLUB ON TINKER AFB, OK IS CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS UFN! WE WILL NOW MEET ON THE FIRST THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH EXCEPT FOR JULY. IF YOU DO NOT KNOW WHERE PELICAN’S RESTAURANT IS PLEASE EMAIL THE FLIGHT AT WileyPostFlight46@cox.net
- Pilot’s who are now or who have been members of Flight 46 include:
Col Chuck DeBellevue, Vietnam Ace, Mackay Trophy Awardee, and Oklahoma Aviation & Space Hall of Fame inductee;
Maj Tom Maloney, World War II P-38 Ace and Oklahoma Aviation & Space Hall of Fame inductee;
Col Robert Anderson, former USAF Thunderbird,
Lt Gen Charlie Searock,
Maj Gen Jerry D. Holmes,
BGen Jack Gingerich,
BGen Jim Wade, and
BGen Revere Young, Oklahoma Aviation & Space Hall of Fame inductee.
We also have numerous combat veterans who saw action in World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, Desert Storm, Iraq and Afghanistan Wars.
- Additional General Officers who have been members of Wiley Post Flight 46 include:
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Brig Gen Wally Poore,
Maj Gen Jack Farrington,
Lt Gen John Piotrowski,
Brig Gen William Ball, and
Brig Gen William Kirk James.
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We are the official partner for Switzerland of: ROBIRD, AVES, AVES Falken Bird of Clear Flight Solution (NL) new: The Drone Bird Company
Crow scaring in Kaiseraugst AG
The Robird is a robotic drone with wing flapping propulsion. It is mainly used at airports, landfills, ports and in the agricultural sector to sustainably reduce bird pressure.
In August 2019, the world’s first trial to actively scare away crows using Robird began. Eagle Eye® Solutions was the first company in the world to use Robird with great success in the sustainable deterrence of ravens and rooks. In August 2020 (video) the bird pressure was reduced by more than 85%.
Fixed Wing Falcon / Flapping Wing Falcon
The new generation of falcons is ready. After long research and new developments, a new generation of falcons has emerged.
AVES Falcon Bird
The AVES Falcon Bird is a further development of the Robird. However, it no longer flies with wing flapping propulsion, but is a fixed-wing aircraft with a propeller in its mouth. The precise and high speed together with a micro camera in the belly enables the direct attack of the crows in the tree tops. The AVES Falcon Bird is more efficient than its predecessor.
The AVES Falcon Bird should be in use from summer 2021. This drone will then also be available for purchase.
(Pictures and videos to follow)
The Flapping Falcon can now only be booked as part of a service lease.
The Aves Series
The AVES Series is an exciting new addition to The Drone Bird Company flock. This drone bird is realistic, covert, light-weight, and unobtrusive. Clients can choose from a range of models that best suit their needs. The subtlety and long-range capability of the AVES Series allows for a reliable way to monitor even the most challenging of environments.
This stealthy drone bird is primarily for surveillance and reconnaissance. It is a fixed-wing unit with various uses, such as border control and observation. Typical customers include the defence industry, police, safeguards, and kingdoms.
The AVES Series has a range of applications for multiple purposes. It offers classical ISR with tactical observation, mapping, and charting; infrastructure control with critical monitoring; search and rescue with thermal and visible light-based search and coordinate estimation; and surveying and remote sensing with orthomosaic, photogrammetry, mapping, and survey.
SPECIFICATIONS OF THE LARUS
Although multiple designs are available, the Larus seagull design is the most requested AVES Series model by clients. This is because the seagull design is popular, with the actual birds present on every continent.
ORDER AN AVES SERIES DRONE BIRD
All of our drone birds can be made to order, so to purchase units requires prior consultation. This is because we value our clients’ needs and personalize each order. To inquire about an AVES Series or other drone bird, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.org.


From light planes to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and accurate aircraft in the next generation of Microsoft Flight Simulator. Test your piloting skills against the challenges of night flying, real-time atmospheric simulation and live weather in a dynamic and living world. Create your flight plan to anywhere on the planet. Microsoft Flight Simulator includes 20 highly detailed planes with unique flight models and 30 hand-crafted airports.
- Vivid and Detailed Landscapes – Immerse yourself in the vast and beautiful world that is our planet with over 37 thousand airports, 1.5 billion buildings, 2 trillion trees, mountains, roads, rivers and more.
- Living World – Earth is vibrant and ever-changing and so is the world of Microsoft Flight Simulator which includes live traffic, real-time weather and animals.
- Aircraft – Hone your pilot skills in a variety of aircraft from light planes to commercial jets with comprehensive flight models. Every aircraft includes highly detailed and accurate cockpits with realistic instrumentation.
- New Checklist System – From pro to beginner, scale your level from full manual to full assist with interactive and highlighted instrument guidance and checklist.
- Live Weather – The new weather engine enables users to switch on the live weather mode to experience real-time weather including accurate wind speed and direction, temperature, humidity, rain and more.
- New Day & Night Engine – experience flight at any time of day or year allowing for night VFR, visual flight rules, navigation.
- Aerodynamic Modeling – a state-of-the-art physics engine with over 1000 control surfaces per plane allows for a truly realistic experience.
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Partnership with Thales to equip French Defense’s Airbus MRTT
Eclipse Global Connectivity partners with Thales to equip French Defense's Airbus MRTT aircraft with a secure SATCOM solution.
PARIS • 17 March 2022
Eclipse Global Connectivity (Eclipse) is partnering with Thales on a 17-year contract to develop and provide a SATCOM solution for French Defense Airbus MRTT aircraft. The project is part of the French Government’s program called Marché d’Elaboration d’Intégration et de soutien des Stations Satcom Aéronautiques (MELISSA).
Based on existing technologies already used in the commercial aviation market, the solution, planned for delivery in early 2027, offers:
• High-bandwidth connectivity on military and civilian Ka-band networks (up to 50 Mbps)
• Persistent, highly reliable connection to maintain connectivity in signal-jammed environments and severely degraded weather and flight conditions.
• Flexibility to ensure compatibility with France’s SYRACUSE IV Sovereign satellite system, along with allied military and commercial satellites; and
• Military-grade security for high-level protection against cyber threats.
Eclipse will be responsible for designing and manufacturing the Inmarsat antenna baseplate, certifying the antenna, and the provisioning the Ka-band modem.
Eclipse Technics, the company’s Design and Production (DOA / POA) division is fundamental to the project, having 20 plus years of aircraft modification experience.
« Thanks to the synergy between Eclipse, Thales and our partners, the French Armed Forces will gain a secure, customized, ultra-high-performance connectivity solution to address their unique operational needs and goals, » explained Marc Pinault, CEO of Eclipse. « This is an incredibly gratifying long-term project for us and a testament to our lengthy history providing superior SATCOM solutions to defense aircraft operators. »


Raipur: Raipur Air
Traffic Control Tower on Thursday created a new record of handling 16 flights
within one hour after fog lifting.
The team comprised of
three air traffic controllers including senior manager Anil Ekka, assistant
manager Aditi Arora, and junior executive Sanjula Jaiswal.
Among the 16, 12 were
scheduled aircraft movement and 4 were helicopters carrying out casualty
evacuation by Indian Air force.
Raipur airport director
Rakesh R Sahay lauded the efforts of the team and presented them with an
appreciation letter under his signature.


http://www.space.com/ Something amazing every day.
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 13:49:27 EST
Safe Spacecraft? Use a Diaphragm | Video
NASA is vacuum testing the carbon fiber barrier between the Orion capsule and the propellent stage. Its main purpose is to keep dangerous gasses away from the spacecraft.
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 13:49:23 EST
Spacelab: Space Shuttle Flew Europe’s First Space Module 30 Years Ago
It does not seem out of place today, but the sight 30 years ago of a pressurized module mounted in the space shuttle’s payload bay was described in 1983 as an ‘odd-appearing assemblage.’ That sight was Spacelab, a $1 billion space laboratory.
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 13:27:50 EST
Comet ISON’s Ghost Seen By Two Spacecraft | Video
A wispy remnant of the comet survived its whip around the Sun, but is quickly starting to fade from sight. Imagery from NASA/ESA SOHO probe (Nov 30th – Dec 1st) and NASA’s STEREO spacecraft (Nov 28th and 29th) are time-lapsed.
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 10:42:45 EST
Curious Clouds | Space Wallpaper
Astronomers at ESO have captured the best image so far of the curious clouds around the star cluster NGC 3572 as seen in this spectacular space wallpaper.
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 10:34:01 EST
China Moon Probe Off and Flying | Video
China successfully launched its first Chang’e 3 lunar lander and Yutu rover, bound for a soft landing attempt and a three-month mission to the Moon.
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 09:42:29 EST
How to Preserve Historic Moon Landing Sites for Posterity
How does a country preserve its mark on the moon for decades to come? It may not seem like the moon is a busy space-traffic hub these days, but in the not-too-distant future, that could change.
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 08:11:54 EST
Vote Now! Best Space Stories of the Week – Dec. 1, 2013
What was your favorite space news story of the last week?
Sun, 01 Dec 2013 14:57:45 EST
Launch Photos: China’s Chang’e 3 Moon Rover Mission Blasts Off
See launch photos for China’s Chang’e 3 moon lander and Yutu rover on Dec. 2, 2013 local time (Dec. 1 EST) from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center.
Sun, 01 Dec 2013 13:12:48 EST
Best Space Photos of the Week – Dec. 1, 2013
From a stunning image of the Dragon’s Head Nebula to a photo of Comet ISON as seen by a NASA Mercury Probe, don’t miss these amazing space photos of the week for Dec. 1, 2013.
Sun, 01 Dec 2013 13:10:21 EST
China’s 1st Moon Rover Launches On Lunar Journey
China’s first-ever mission to land a rover on the moon has begun its journey toward the lunar frontier. China’s Chang’e 3 moon lander and its Yutu rover launched toward the moon on Dec. 2 local time (Dec. 1 EST). See what it means for China in space.
Sun, 01 Dec 2013 14:03:30 EST
China Will Launch Its 1st Moon Rover, ‘Jade Rabbit,’ On Sunday
China will launch its first moon rover Yutu (Jade Rabbit) on Sunday (Dec. 1) at 12:30 p.m. ET on the Chang’e 3 moon landing mission. See what the moon rover mission means for China.
Sat, 30 Nov 2013 12:41:22 EST
How Do You Train to Become a Space Tourist?
Piloting fighter jets, floating in zero gravity and spinning at a belly-flattening speed in a centrifuge are not the things a regular tourist is asked to do before a dream holiday.
Sat, 30 Nov 2013 12:19:01 EST
Giant Electric Fields May Supercharge Particles In Earth’s Radiation Belts
Twin probes sent to investigate Earth’s Van Allen Radiation belts have found a possible explanation for why some electrons zip around at speeds close to that of light.
Sat, 30 Nov 2013 12:00:06 EST
Chang’e 3 Photos: China’s 1st Moon Lander & Rover Mission
See photos from China’s Chang’e 3 moon rover and lander mission launching in December 2013. The mission includes the Yutu (Jade Rabbit) rover.
Sat, 30 Nov 2013 11:35:29 EST
Space Shuttle Replica Vandalized with Graffiti in Houston
A replica of a NASA space shuttle on display in Houston was defaced Wednesday (Nov. 27), when vandals sprayed racial and political graffiti on the side of the full-size mockup. The offending markings were quickly covered over within hours.
Fri, 29 Nov 2013 18:15:16 EST
Unmanned Russian Cargo Ship Docks with Space Station
An unmanned cargo ship docked with the International Space Station today (Nov. 29), delivering a load of cosmic holiday goodies to the residents of the orbiting outpost.
Fri, 29 Nov 2013 18:01:48 EST
ISON’s Dance with the Sun | Space Wallpaper
This time-lapse space wallpaper shows Comet ISON approaching and leaving during its slingshot around the sun — represented by the white circle — on Nov. 28, 2013. The ISON images clearly outline the curve of the comet’s orbit path.
Fri, 29 Nov 2013 14:23:40 EST
Comet ISON Is Alive!? Survives Sun Swing? | Video
Reports of Comet ISON’s demise may have been premature. Its nucleus may still be intact and the coma is brightening as of Nov. 29, 2013 although the outbound ISON seems smaller after its encounter with Sol.
Fri, 29 Nov 2013 13:15:20 EST
Comet ISON: Incoming Sungrazer
Comet ISON, discovered by two amateur astronomers in Russia, will arrive in Earth’s neighborhood in November 2013.
Tue, 26 Feb 2013 18:00:57 EST
Photos of Comet ISON: A Potentially Great Comet
See photos of the comet C/2012 S1 (ISON), or Comet ISON, which could amaze the world in late 2013.
Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:21:22 EST
Comet ISON’s Thanksgiving Day Sun Encounter: Complete Coverage
The potentially dazzling Comet ISON will make its closest pass with the sun on Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 28). The comet’s brightness will probably rapidly increase as it passes nearly 730,000 miles (1.2 million kilometers) above the surface of the sun.
Mon, 25 Nov 2013 11:52:24 EST
Comet ISON Gets Roasted by Sun and Vanishes, But Did It Survive?
Call it a cosmic holiday miracle. The much-anticipated Comet ISON appeared to disintegrate during its Thanksgiving Day slingshot around the sun Thursday, but something — it seems — may have survived.
Fri, 29 Nov 2013 09:51:34 EST
Comet ISON: Potential ‘Comet of the Century’ News, Photos and Video
The much-anticipated Comet ISON will swing through the inner solar system in late 2013 as scientists watch. See SPACE.com’s latest news, photos, videos and ways to observe Comet ISON as it swings by Earth and the sun.
Wed, 28 Aug 2013 16:52:35 EDT
SpaceX Aborts Thanksgiving Rocket Launch Due to Engine Trouble
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket fired its engines and was moments away from liftoff from Cape Canaveral on Thursday, but the commercial booster aborted the launch after computers detected the engines were too slow to build up thrust.
Fri, 29 Nov 2013 00:17:10 EST
Photos: SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket to Launch Landmark Satellite Mission
See photos from SpaceX’s SES-8 satellite launch mission atop a an upgraded Falcon 9 rocket
Thu, 28 Nov 2013 23:40:16 EST
SpaceX Aborts Thanksgiving Rocket Launch (Video)
SpaceX called off its attempts to launch an upgraded Falcon 9 rocket carrying the SES-8 communication satellite today at 6:44 pm ET after time ran out to complete a system check following an earlier abort.
Sat, 06 Oct 2012 17:18:16 EDT
SpaceX Thanksgiving Launch Aborted One Second Before Lift-off | Video
The engines were automatically shutdown due to an anomaly on Nov. 28th, 2013. It will carry the SES-8 telecommunications satellite to a geosynchronous transfer orbit. Window has not closed for the day, Nov. 29th has another launch window.
Thu, 28 Nov 2013 18:03:05 EST
RIP Comet ISON? Icy Visitor Missing After Sun Flyby | Video
The comet has most likely disintegrated under the high heat and gravitational stress of the Sun on Nov. 28, 2013. It is not visible in Solar Dynamics Observatory footage and NASA scientists confirmed that they do not see it.
Thu, 28 Nov 2013 16:23:02 EST
Comet ISON Still Alive As It Nears Thanksgiving Perihelion | Time-Lapse Video
The possible ‘comet of the century’ continues to brighten as it nears its 1:45pm EST – Nov. 28th, 2013 date with the Sun (the point of its closest approach). The NASA/ESA SOHO spacecraft has captured imagery.
Thu, 28 Nov 2013 12:56:01 EST
Comet ISON’S Tail Starts To Bend On Thanksgiving Sun Approach | Video
As the comet approaches perihelion on Nov. 28th, 2013, it has significantly brightened and its tail has started to bend . The NASA/ESA SOHO spacecraft has captured imagery.
Thu, 28 Nov 2013 09:49:35 EST
SpaceX Sets Table for Thanksgiving Rocket Launch Today: Watch It Live
The private spaceflight company SpaceX has set the table for a Thanksgiving Day rocket launch from Florida today (Nov. 28) after a two-day delay due to a technical glitch. Liftoff is set for 5:39 p.m. EST (0039 GMT). Watch live online.
Thu, 28 Nov 2013 08:42:40 EST
Comet ISON Makes Thanksgiving Day Sun Flyby Today: Watch It Live Online
Comet ISON is slated to skim just 684,000 miles above the surface of the sun today (Nov. 28) in a maneuver that skywatchers and scientists alike have been anticipating since the comet’s discovery in September 2012. Watch it live h
Thu, 28 Nov 2013 07:22:29 EST
Red Dwarfs: The Most Common and Longest-Lived Stars
Most of the star nearest to Earth are red dwarfs, but they are too dim to be seen with the naked eye.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 23:20:29 EST
See Comet ISON Slingshot Around Sun: Live SOHO Spacecraft Views
Astronomers all over the world are training their eyes and telescopes on Comet ISON as it approaches its closest distance to the sun on Thursday (Nov. 28), with several unblinking space telescopes offering live views of the comet’s solar encounter.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 17:39:47 EST
Did Falling Meteorites Injure 7-Year-Old Florida Boy?
Don’t write off Chicken Little quite yet! A seven-year-old boy in Florida may have been struck by small meteorite fragments that fell to the ground as he was playing outside over the weekend, family members said.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 15:25:59 EST
Space Food Photos: What Astronauts Eat in Orbit
From tasty Earth treats to dehydrated drinks, see what astronauts eat in space.
Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:24:32 EDT
Thanksgiving in Space: How to Cook a Zero-G Turkey Dinner
You can even celebrate Thanksgiving in space. Tomorrow (Nov. 28), people all over the United States will chow down on turkey, cranberries, desserts and other special dishes in honor of Thanksgiving, and Americans in space will do the same.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 14:04:05 EST
Thanksgiving Holiday Travel Paths Seen from Space (Photo)
Amid one of the busiest travel weeks for Americans, NASA released a nighttime image of the nation from space, illuminating the arteries of transportation that will get so much use around Thanksgiving Day.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 13:43:34 EST
Weird Black Hole’s Incredible Brightness Perplexes Scientists
The incredible luminosity of a black-hole system known as ULX-1 may force a rethink of the leading theories that explain how some black holes radiate energy, researchers said.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 13:49:15 EST
Comet of the Century? Sun-Grazing Comet ISON Explained (Infographic)
Comet ISON could become a spectacular night sky object in November 2013. Find out why here.
Thu, 07 Mar 2013 10:23:02 EST
Cosmic Glitter | Space Wallpaper
This sprinkling of cosmic glitter makes up the galaxy known as ESO 149-3, located some 20 million light-years away from us, as seen in this stunning space wallpaper.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 11:08:29 EST
Still Intact Comet ISON Enters SOHO’s Field Of View | Video
On Nov. 27th, 2013, the NASA/ESA Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) captured ISON as it closes in on its Thanksgiving Day date with the Sun. It’s traveling at 240,000 mph and is currently surviving the high heat, according to Spaceweather.com.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 10:52:30 EST
Space History Photo: Bell Lunar Landing Training Vehicle (LLTV)
The NASA 952 undergoes testing following the crash of a sister Lunar Lander Training Vehicle.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 09:27:55 EST
Red Planet or Bust: 5 Manned Mars Mission Ideas
A number of organizations, both public and private, are drawing up plans to send astronauts toward the Red Planet, whose allure as an otherworldly destination and potential host of alien life has beckoned scientists and dreamers for hundreds of years.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 07:49:37 EST
Thanksgiving On Space Station: What’s On The Menu? | Video
Food scientist Vickie Kloeris gives SPACE.com’s @MiriKramer the run down on the food that the ISS crew will be eating on Thanksgiving 2013.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 07:24:37 EST
Dragon’s Head Nebula Is a Beauty, Not Beast, in Amazing Telescope Views (Video)
Stars in a little explored region of the Large Magellanic Cloud — one of the closest galaxies to the Milky Way — shine in an amazing new photo taken by a telescope in Chile.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 07:13:42 EST
NASA’s Ailing Kepler Spacecraft Could Hunt Alien Planets Once More with New Mission
Engineers may have found a way to restore much of the space telescope’s lost pointing ability, suggesting that a proposed new mission called K2 could indeed be doable for Kepler.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 07:16:03 EST
Dragon’s Head Nebula Explored With Very Large Telescope | Video
A lesser known region of the Large Magellanic Cloud, NGC 2035 (right), has been photographed using the European Southern Observatory telescope in Chile. The effects of new star birth and stellar death are on display.
Wed, 27 Nov 2013 07:05:56 EST
Comet ISON Nears Sun for Thanksgiving Encounter in NASA Video
A NASA spacecraft has captured its best video yet of the icy Comet ISON streaking toward a Thanksgiving Day encounter with a sun, a cosmic encounter the comet might just not survive.
Tue, 26 Nov 2013 22:37:21 EST
Could Incoming Comet ISON Lose Its Tail to a Thanksgiving Sun Storm?
Experts with NASA say another comet’s tail-clipping encounter with the sun in 2007 presents a forbidding example of what could happen to Comet ISON.
Tue, 26 Nov 2013 21:45:56 EST


Engine problems are reducing the readiness levels of the F-35 the most expensive weapons program, as per the auditors of Congress.
F-35 engine problems are affecting the hardest on the version that is used for the Air Force, which has the largest fleet of F-35s. (REUTERS)
Engine shortages are reducing the efficiency of the F-35 which is the most expensive weapons program as per congressional auditors. Since the beginning of the year 2020 the amount of fighter jets “have not been able to fly due to the lack of an operating engine,” the U.S. Government Accountability Office stated in prepared testimony on Thursday to a House Armed Services subcommittee. The most severe problem is with the model used for the Air Force, which has the largest number of F-35s.
The engines manufactured by Raytheon Technologies Corp.’s Pratt & Whitney unit aren’t breaking down more frequently than anticipated, however, the process of replacing or fixing them in the event of failure takes longer than anticipated. The reason is that breakdowns typically require the power module which takes a lot of time as well as GAO has stated that the Pentagon isn’t able to provide enough depot maintenance capacity when increasing the amount of F-35s in the fleet has increased.
Expressing displeasure over anger over the F-35 engine Rep. John Garamendi, the subcommittee’s chairman, announced that he would make an appointment with Pratt & Whitney representatives to give testimony. “Watch out, I’m coming after you,” the California Democrat declared.
The GAO evaluated it as F-35 levels of readiness for the Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps have improved since the beginning of 2019, but they are still below the goals of the program. The aircraft can fly and carry out all its missions 39 percent of the time during 2020 before falling to 38% by the fiscal year 2021. It’s far below the targets of 72 percent in those in the Air Force and 75% for the Navy and Marine models.
Defense Department officials said “they recognized that they have not had adequate depot capacity to repair the power module and do not have sufficient capacity to meet the demand of future unscheduled and scheduled engine repairs,” the GAO declared.
The issue of engine repair and the ramifications it has for readiness, provide an example of how the Pentagon has a difficult time reducing the estimated $1.3 trillion expense to operate and maintain the aircraft manufactured through Lockheed Martin Corp. over an estimated 66-year lifespan. This is separate from the problems with the $398 billion program to design and construct the fighter. As of now 788 of these planes are in the hands of the U.S. military and customers overseas.


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These provide crewed, deep space capability for Moon and Mars missions, without the need for solar or chemical propulsion.* With an expanded budget and improved technology, China has taken the lead in many areas of space.
2040-2045 China's space program is rivalling NASA During the late 2010s, China revealed a number of long-term plans to significantly expand its national space program.
The country was already making progress towards a new space station, but had even greater ambitions for the decades ahead.
2040 India's economy is rivalling that of China and the U. By 2040, rapid economic growth has enabled India to catch up with China and the U. These three countries – the G3 – now have by far the largest share of world GDP.** India has benefitted from a number of cultural, economic and demographic trends in recent decades.* This includes a youthful, growing and economically productive population,* now the world's largest at 1.6 billion,* with an average age of just 34.
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Due to its global influence and military capabilities, India has also gained a permanent seat on the UN Security Council.
Later this decade, on 15th August 2047, the nation will celebrate its 100th anniversary as an independent state.* However, climate change and other ecological impacts are converging with increasing speed.
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