Aircraft
Why Can't I Sleep On the Plane?
Even the best of travelers can have trouble getting some shut-eye while en route to their destination. The intention is often good: to use the extra time to rest up and get some good sleep before arrival. But somehow, sleeping on the plane can be difficult. To help yourself get a good nap in on…
Read MoreThe Airplanes of the Future
While it is still quite a while away, scientists are looking at new technology that would help airplanes to “self-heal,” or fix themselves while on the go. A team of researchers out of Bristol University has developed a high-tech material that would repair cracks on an airplane in a way that is similar to the…
Read MoreSupersonic Jet Hopes to Revolutionize Travel
In a partnership deal between Aerion and Airbus, the Aerion AS2 jet is likely to become a reality. The aircraft has been advertised as a supersonic jet that would revolutionize travel, including providing a flight from London to New York in just 4 hours. The aircraft is expected to be able to travel an incredible…
Read MoreFlying An F-16 Jet
Within the jet industry, the F-16 is well-known for its use in the military and for security purposes. A recent piece written by journalist Carl Lavin explains his time aboard the fighter jet with the Air Force Thunderbirds, professionals who perform shows each year. The demonstration flight took the group on high-speed turns, rolls, and…
Read MoreTextron Considers New Business Jet Specs
Textron is currently reconsidering the details of its highest-end business jet after hearing customer opinions of the aircraft’s specs. The original mockups marketed the Citation Longitude jet to be 87 feet long, carry 12 passengers, and fly 4,000 nautical miles. The company is now looking to reconsider both cabin size and range capacity, which are…
Read MorePrivate Jet Sales See Boost
Not only have business jets seen sales rise over the course of this year, but now Boeing is also reporting that its giant commercial jets used for private travel have also seen a significant boost. In fact, the private jumbo jets have doubled in orders this year, the first time they’ve done so since the…
Read MorePrivate Jet Charter Facts
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Read MoreHonda's Long-Awaited Private Jet
In a joint venture between the company and General Electric, Honda has begun producing its long-awaited private jet, coming with a lofty pricetag of $4.5 million. Almost 30 years in the making, the jet is powered by wing-mounted engines, seats six people, and ranges 1180 nautical miles at 420 knots. Honda reports that it will…
Read MoreGulfstream G650s popular on secondary market
The Gulfstream G650 is the most popular private jet currently on the market, so much so that several of them have already been flipped for a profit since the first one was delivered to Steve Wynn in 2012. Gulfstream does not have a problem with this occurring, saying that sales of new jets have not…
Read MoreNew Business Jet Sold by Boeing
Boeing recently sold the first BBJ Max 8, the business jet version of the popular 737 airliner. The new BBJ Max 8 will be able to travel further on less fuel, all while emitting fewer pollutants into the environment, than previous versions of the business jet. Click here to read the rest of John Gillie’s article for…
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