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October 06, 2018

Airborne 10.05.18: Toyota Flying Car, Darryl Greenamyer, Falcon 50 Accident

Also: Trig Avionics, Robotic Skies, AYJET Buys Sonaca 200s, Gulfstream Acquires NORDAM Nacelles

Toyota has received a patent for its "Dual Mode Vehicle With Wheel Rotors" fling car concept, and released details to the public. The design incorporates the machine's rotors into the wheels. When operating in driving mode, the rotors fold into the interior of the wheel rim. For flight, the rotors extend on arms above the aircraft. According to the patent, the four wheels of the vehicle operate in the traditional manner. Each wheel also includes at least one rotor housed fully within the rim of the wheel bene

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (10.06.18)

“So far, technical efforts to date and analysis of data collected have determined that pilots have been exposed to significantly changing levels of oxygen concentration.” Source: Lt. Gen. Steve Kwast, AETC commander.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (10.06.18): Equivalent Airspeed

Airspeed equivalent to CAS in standard atmosphere at sea level.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (10.06.18)

Astronomy for Kids

Astronomy for children, students, and kids of all ages. A free astronomy resource designed to teach children about the exciting world of outer space.

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