When you think of the National Business Aviation Association, what types of aircraft first come to mind? Citations, Challengers, Falcons and the like... right? Well, NBAA would like people to think smaller, too.
Circular jet-engine nozzle capable of unrestricted vectoring
movement (within a cone specified by mechanical limitation) to
enhance aircraft maneuverability.
"With this award, the members of NSS recognize Burt
Rutan for his life's work in advancing the frontiers of air and
space."
Source: George T. Whitesides, Executive
Director for the National Space Society, which announced Tuesday
famed aircraft and spacecraft designer Burt Rutan will receive the
Heinlein award for lifetime achievement in aerospace.
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