Today I stumbled upon a website called Airliners.net. It is a community of airplane pilots and enthusiasts to share airplane related information and images. The visit at airliners.net helped me revisit my long time passion for airplanes. I wanted to become a pilot when I was young, but later realized I lack everything a successful [...]
This blog will be your introduction to the Ultralight airplanes. You will find all kind of information about ultralight and microlight aircraft.Ultralight airplanes are an excellent and affordable way to flying. You can own an ultralight airplane for just few thousands bucks.There are different types of ultralight aircraft - ultralight airplanes, helicopters, autogyros and motor paragliders.You'll
Washington, June 6 (ANI): A major air carrier is going to test airplanes that run on algae-based kerosene, which promises to be eco-friendly.
According to a report in ENN (Environmental News Network), the fuel is being developed by KLM, in a pilot program with AlgaeLink, a Netherlands-based global manufacturer of algae growing equipment and “earth-to-engine” [...]
Just got back from a run outside near my apartment complex, and I am feeling ... alright. I wouldn't say that I'm a runner, or even that I like running, but every once in a while I do feel a sense of accomplishment for having run farther and better than I ever have before. And I think it makes my heart happy.Speaking of happy, my best friend Zack Bogaczyk and his wife Liz stopped in here yesterd
Air New Zealand will equip eighteen of its airliners with in-flight entertainment rigs allowing iPod users to play their video on seatback screens, listen to audio through the aircraft system, and control their device via the plane's interface.Flight International reports that the Panasonic X Series in-flight entertainment system, which was tested last October, will be fitted to 13 Airbus A320s an
Best Modeled Airplanes.Peter Michel, a model airplane builder is famous for making small working copies of real aircrafts. He builds model airplanes & replicas of the most famous aircrafts in the world. His work includes the making of small working copies of Airbus, Boeing, Concorde, DC-10 & MD-11. Here are some of his works:Other Posts:Transformer Bike.Beautiful Snowflakes.Most Interesting Illusi
Securitycameras have checked people’s luggage before they got onto an airplane for a long time but in the past decade, this process has been literally upgraded.
Stronger securitycameras with better technology are used now.
Securitycameras are in airline terminals as well. The securitycameras are carefully monitored at all times.
Securitycameras for luggage checking:
The securitycameras used [...]
Some good paper aircrafts to add to our growing collection from our friends at Yuki's Flying Cardmodels. There's only three papercraft airplanes right now, but more will be added soon. Includes a Saab J35F "Draken", a BAE Systems Hawk T1, and the newest one, a DHC-1 Chipmunk. Fly on!
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Turkish airplanes hit an are in northern Iraq as part of the campaign to wipe out members of the outlawed Kirdish Workers’ Party(PKK). As usual, planes attacked mountainous areas where the terrorists are hiding and according to Turk military sources the area was rendered “ineffective,” whatever that means. Prime Minister Erdogan told an Al Jazeera [...]
Midair service may be available as soon as this year on some airlines for passengers using European GSM technology. The United States and many other countries bar mobile devices in the air because of concern they could disrupt a plane's instruments.Read more...
Though not so common with most model plane flying hobbyists, a hobby to create paper model airplanes are a great way and fun to charm anyone. You can create your own wonderful handmade paper model plane and share it with others.
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Model airplanes are exact replicas of the various real airplanes that fly in the skies. These airplanes are powered by an engine that runs on gas or battery or electricity and some even use jet propulsion for the required power. These planes are normally made up of balsa wood, plywood or may be even composite [...]
Have you have been enthralled with the idea of flying RC planes, but wonder where you can get a good model to suit your requirements? Well, worry no more. You should not give up the idea of being a high flier, just because you do not know where to get your model RC airplane.
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Boys love planes. They are completely mesmerized with planes and everything to do with planes. Model airplanes give children the confidence and thrill and thus evoke the desire to one day fly a real plane.
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Plan enables travelers to make, receive calls through onboard base stationApril 8, MSNBCBRUSSELS, Belgium - You can use your cell phone in the skies over Europe as early as this summer under new European Union rules — allowing travelers to stay in touch but also raising the cringe-inducing prospect of being stuck next to a chatterbox at 30,000 feet.Announcing the guidelines Monday, EU officials said they expect several Europe-based airlines to move within the next few months to launch services, effectively making the 27-nation bloc the first region in the world to scrap bans on the use of cell phones in the sky.They insisted that the new rules would not heighten the risk of terrorism or interfere with flight instruments, explaining the system, relying on European GSM technology, has been
Surroundings are seen a little more light in the European Union the use of the moving body in the airplanes. The European Commission this preparing the measures that the airlines it has to fulfill so that it can offer a service of calls within the airplanes.The measures that are created could reach to calls and SMS, are not made echo of the data transfer to be able to use the connections like ports to connect itself to Internet, but something leaves sure the Maxima height that can reach are the 3.000 meters of height.This clear one that it lacks very little so that the moving body in the airplanes can be used, on the one hand is good because it allows you to be official notice in these routes, but tell me if it is not truth that the airplanes are until the moment the only site where you ca
UK regulator Ofcom has given approval for use of cell phones on airplanes flying in European airspace and has released plans that will allow airlines to offer mobile services on UK-registered aircrafts. The cost of making a cell phone call from an air plane will be higher than making one from the ground. Cell phones can be used on air planes that have reached at least 3,000 meters. However, airlines looking to offer this service must still satisfy other regulators about how the hardware will be used.The decision to offer in flight cell phone services now falls to individual airlines which must over-come other regulatory hurdles before the technology is considered to be fully approved.
Boys love planes. They are completely mesmerized with planes and everything to do with planes. Model airplanes give children the confidence and thrill and thus evoke the desire to one day fly a real plane. It creates in them a need to choose flying as a profession, and sets a goal course before them to [...]
Are you tired of spending your holidays with your family at picnics or at crowded parks or waiting in never ending queues at amusement centers or going fishing in the polluted lakes, where you end up catching some allergy because of the mucky water? It is becoming increasingly difficult to spend quality time with our [...]
Have you have been enthralled with the idea of flying RC planes, but wonder where you can get a good model to suit your requirements? Well, worry no more. You should not give up the idea of being a high flier, just because you do not know where to get your model RC airplane. [...]
Soon after the first powered flight by the Wright brothers in December 1903, building and collecting model airplanes became a fast growing hobby of the old and young alike. In the earlier times, model airplanes used basic aeronautical principles and could only fly short distances. In the earlier days, model airplane enthusiasts had to build [...]
Origami Shuttle in wind Tunnel Tests
The biggest thing that most associate with the re-entry of a spacecraft into the Earth’s atmosphere is heat and friction. To that end, one of the biggest concerns for the space shuttle fleet is the integrity of the heat shield to allow re-entry without catastrophic failure such as the Columbia suffered.
Japanese scientists have a wild idea that involves
Flying comes easy for some people, as they are gifted with this art. But for some, they need to really put on efforts and learn. To master the art of flying could cost much for some people. But, do not worry. To master it, you will, if you have the determination and good amount of [...]
The F-35 Lightning II, allegedly the most advanced fighter in the world, has been tried for the first time by a military service pilot. Lt. Col. James "Flipper" Kromberg of the U.S. Air Force, who can be seen in the video wearing one of those scary demon helmets, took off from Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth plant, flying the wonderplane through different altitudes and situations. His verdict:
"The aircraft flew very well, exceeding my expectations," Kromberg said. "I was surprised by the amount of power on the takeoff roll. And the handling, particularly with the gear up, was phenomenal. The aircraft was very stable flying in formation with another airplane. It was really a joy to fly."
So there you go: two thumbs up from Señor Flipper. I don't know about you, but I'm happy that the $40 b
It is good to encourage kids to pursue healthy hobbies that would keep them occupied during their free time. Parents can help them to choose the right hobby, which is educative and helps to bring out their hidden talents. There are plenty of hobbies to choose from. You can get your children interested in model [...]
Sometimes even airline flight attendants tries to be funny, this is claimed to be some real examples:
1. “As we prepare for takeoff, please make sure your tray tables and seat backs are fully upright in their most uncomfortable position.”
2. “There may be 50 ways to leave your lover, but there are only 6 ways out of this airplane…”
3. “Your seat cushions can be used for floatation, and in the event of an emergency water landing, please take them with our compliments.”
4. “We do feature a smoking section on this flight; if you must smoke, contact a member of the flight crew and we will escort you to the wing of the airplane.”
5. “Smoking in the lavatories is prohibited. Any person caught smoking in the lavatories will be asked to leave the plane immediately.”
6. Pilot - “Folks, we have reached our cruising altitude now, so I am going to switch the seat belt sign off. Feel free to move about as you wish, but please
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The first instrument you notice upon listening to Something About Airplanes is the cello on "Bend to Squares." It fades out, soon enough replaced by the familiar electric guitar, but it sets this album's offbeat mood. Experimentation and pop hooks strike a perfect balance on this debut from the Bellingham, Washington-based Death Cab for Cutie. The quartet follow in the fine tradition of area emo-pop bands like Modest Mouse, 764-HERO, and Built to Spill, but it's hard not to notice bits of Quasi and the Beatles popping up. Of course, the Death Cab formula is a bit different--"President of What?" is driven by Farfisa, not Fender; "Champagne from a Paper Cup" is a slow-burner--there's not much pop glee found in a song that begins "I think I'm Drunk Enough to Drive You Home Now"; and--every once in a while--the oddball vocal sample kicks in (presumably from a long-forgotten movie, a la vintage Jawbreaker). It all makes for a brilliant debut and a fine addition to the canon of Northw
Ever wonder why the media ceaselessly singles out the airline industry as a global warming pariah when it accounts for just 2% of worldwide emissions? In what might be the most irrelevant alarm call...
Earth-centred news for the health of air, water, habitat and the fight against global warming
According to Les Dorr of the FAA, the FAA will not allow use of mobile phones on airplanes in the foreseeable future. The comments came as he told UK’s Telegraph Travel this week that proposals to repeal the ban on in-flight mobiles has caused such an outcry from the American public that the proposal has been dropped.Americans are very resistance to in-flight mobile because of fears that cell phones interfere with the controls of a plane. In the UK, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) found that between January 2000 and August 2005 twenty incidents of airplane malfunction were linked to the use of cell phones. While earlier this year, the European Aviation Safety Agency gave the green light for in-flight mobile technology provided by the communications company ON Air, whose new system will allow mobiles to transmit less powerfully and avoid possible interference.Airlines planning to allow in-flight cell use include Ryanair, Tap Air Portugal, Air France, Emirates, AirAsia and
When i was a kid, i went to R/C airplane shows at my local airport to see aircraft of this size and quality compete and show their stuff, dreaming that someday i could fly something like that. Now, 15 years later and knowing fully well that i'd prob crash one of these expensive toys before even leaving the tarmac, i am still amazed at how cool these machines are.Gizmodo: Link!
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If evolution is true like you say it is then why did we need to invent the airplane? Explain that!
Ha! You got me
I’ve been on a bit of a posting sabbatical for the past week, events have conspired against me, internet has been playing up and I took on the rather arduous task of reading my way through Steven Weinberg’s ‘First Three Minutes‘.
Great book but I’d have more chance of decoding the Lorenz cipher with a fork than understanding the base concepts contained in it. Actually, it’s very good and worth buying, but be prepared for some frustration if you’re as badly versed in physics and maths as I am.
normal posting will resume once I manage to untangle my brain.
evolution, funny
Its never too late to shop for the holidays. If you wait till the last minute, you might find yourself spending too much or just buying something without thinking. I came across a site selling RC airplanes which are remote controlled airplanes and I thought it would be a great gift for a teenage boy or even a girl who enjoys playing with such things. It might even work as a gift for a grown man for we all know that men are just big boys at the end of the day. Personally, I’m taken in by these too. Then again, I enjoy tinkering around with these things, so I know I’d love it.
I have always been a fan of radio control; cars, robots, computers now planes. As a child I had several RC Cars that were a bunch of fun. At the time airplanes were too expensive and the technology was not all that great. I had left RC altogether for the past 10 years or so.
Recently my Dad sent me an AirHogs Aero Ace and boy I am glad he did. They are a ton of fun. You can get them at WalMart or Target for $30. Without a doubt the best toy for the price. They have a 2-axis controler for throttle and lef-right. There are two small motors setup in a push configuration. The throttle controls the prop speed and the left-right governs the speed to allow it to pitch side to side. They fly great and take a lot of abuse. Here are some pictures:
As you can see it can take some abuse. The plane itself charges from the 4 AA batteries in the transmitter. It is an amazing use of technology. More to
Back by popular demand - Friday! Such a nice day to put before Saturday. Fridays are for fun, well at least on my blog they are. I have written about everything from socks to fruitcake. The next logical step is to try it all in one post. I won't do it but the idea does put a smile on my face.
The title for this may not seem like a good fit but it makes sense to me. Sometimes friends and family members give me ideas for Friday blog posts. The title comes from their suggestions. I put it out there so they know I am paying attention.
I decided that I would like to try a rerun. They do that on television all the time and I don't see why it can't be done on a blog. Last December I wrote a post about fruitcake. The post got a lot of traction. Kristal Kraft - Denver's top Realtor has often been invited to my blog for fruitcake, she really hates fruitcake. I just send her a note
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is still holding firm the decision to not allow cell phone usage on airplanes. It has spent the past couple of years re-examining the current rules, which require cell phones to be turned off once the plane leaves the ground.The FCC's concern is that the use of the cell phones in the air might interfere with cell phone networks on the ground, however, the commission says there still isn't enough information available on whether that would be the case.FAA rules also restrict the use of cell phones and other portable electronic devices on planes to make sure they don't interfere with the aircraft's navigation and communication systems.Some international airlines are working with technology companies to allow cell phones onboard. Last November, AeroMobile, the provider of mobile phone services to airlines, announced Emirates as the world’s first airline to introduce in-flight mobile phone use for passengers.
Cait and I are bored. We go through our usual craft stuff, try a little origami, and decide we’d rather build paper airplanes.
Here are some great instructions for planes that fly really straight and really far.
Due to a few recent fires among commercial airplanes, the US government is considering new restrictions on how passengers carry lithium batteries used to power laptop computers and cell phones onboard.The Department of Transportation is expected to propose further restrictions later this year after restricting bars of bulk shipments of some lithium batteries on passenger planes. The government is not planning to ban batteries from carry-on luggage, however, new rules may prohibit them from checked bags.According to Bob Richard, deputy chief of the DOT's Pipeline and Hazardous Material Safety Administration, "We recognize that the American public wants to be able to carry their batteries and electronic equipment aboard aircraft, but we have to weigh the safety issues.....Any fire aboard an aircraft is unacceptable."
My daughter is doing just fine again, so here I am, back a work today. Unfortunately I don't have that much time on my hands today (work didn't do itself yesterday), so I'm taking the easy way out and posting a couple of tracks found in the mailbox this morning. They come from a Seattle one-man project called Riding Paper Airplanes and the music is described as a combination of: "the subtle electronic nuances of The Postal Service and The Notwist with the bombastic anthem-pop of U2 and Ride." Not exactly a modest/humble description, though Homecoming Weekend In A Small Town is a pretty good one. But you can always judge that yourself!!+ Feathers+ Homecoming Weekend In A Small Town
The last two days have been a bit of a blur, my only real activity being sitting on airplanes and trying to catch some sleep when I could. I arrived in Nairobi last night nearly 45 minutes later than expected. The flight from Amsterdam was delayed, though I do not know why. I was one of only a few Americans on the flight. The others were a mix of Africans, Asians and Europeans. I have flown internationally by myself only once before - about a year and a half ago to London, where I met up with my husband, who was taking two weeks military leave from his Iraq deployment. I did not feel alone on that trip; I felt very alone traveling to Nairobi all by myself. It seemed to take forever for the baggage handlers to unload all the boxes, bags and suitcases. I must have waited for about an hour, all the while wondering how I would find Mark "Junior" Gaya, the Village Volunteers representative in Nairobi, in the throng of people waiting outside the baggage claim area. With my 63-pound sui
Flying model planes is fun and a great pastime. It’s a hobby that the young and the old alike can embark with rewarding pleasure. There are many types of model planes, but perhaps the most engaging and fun filled to fly is the RC models, which give the pilot the freedom to control the speed [...]
If you have attained some expertise in building and flying model airplanes, then you could now start building and flying scale model airplanes. Basically, this means that you construct a miniature airplane by reducing the size using a reduced common ratio for the entire construction. There are some popular scales such as 1:72 or 1:144 [...]
Before you get started with model airplane building, you need to study the various types that are available in the market. These miniatures are made from different materials, using different techniques needed to make them fly. It is essential to make sure that you are comfortable with the model that you buy. Though they may [...]
If you are taking up flying for the first time, then it is recommended that you go in for a battery operated model plane. Gasoline powered models require an expert hand and anyway, battery powered planes are quite easy to set up and operate. You will need to buy a model plane with its matching [...]
Sharing a hobby with the whole family can be fun and exciting. You should choose one that will interest all the family members. Building model airplanes is one such hobby that can keep the entire family captivated and bonding. Sometimes, this hobby can become an obsession and can help a member to become an enthusiast [...]
Model airplanes are exact replicas of the various real airplanes that fly in the skies. These airplanes are powered by an engine that runs on gas or battery or electricity and some even use jet propulsion for the required power. These planes are normally made up of balsa wood, plywood or may be even composite [...]
Engaging yourself in a hobby of making model airplanes, may it be indoors or outdoors model airplanes is fun. The advantage about indoor model airplanes is that, irrespective of any season, you can have fun admiring the aerodynamic show that your model has to offer and what’s even more is that you can do it [...]
It is good to encourage kids to pursue healthy hobbies that would keep them occupied during their free time. Parents can help them to choose the right hobby, which is educative and helps to bring out their hidden talents. There are plenty of hobbies to choose from. You can get your children interested in model [...]
Soon after the first powered flight by the Wright brothers in December 1903, building and collecting model airplanes became a fast growing hobby of the old and young alike. In the earlier times, model airplanes used basic aeronautical principles and could only fly short distances. In the earlier days, model airplane enthusiasts had to build [...]
Boys love planes. They are completely mesmerized with planes and everything to do with planes. Model airplanes give children the confidence and thrill and thus evoke the desire to one day fly a real plane. It creates in them a need to choose flying as a profession, and sets a goal course before them to [...]
Are you tired of spending your holidays with your family at picnics or at crowded parks or waiting in never ending queues at amusement centers or going fishing in the polluted lakes, where you end up catching some allergy because of the mucky water? It is becoming increasingly difficult to spend quality time with our [...]
Have you have been enthralled with the idea of flying RC planes, but wonder where you can get a good model to suit your requirements? Well, worry no more. You should not give up the idea of being a high flier, just because you do not know where to get your model RC airplane. [...]
When you driving in your car to the airport, you can easily charge and use your iPhone 3G in your AUDI, BMW and Land Rover . But how do you charge your iPhone when you jump in an airplane for an 8 hour flight? Well, good news for you today because, ...
