The Airlander 10, a cross between an airship and an aeroplane, is reportedly weeks away from its maiden flight.
The "world's largest aircraft", a cross between an airship and an aeroplane, is only weeks away from its maiden flight, Sky News reported on Sunday.
The Airlander 10 was originally developed for the US Army back in 2009, but re-imagined for commercial use when the project had been abandoned.
The Airlander 10 (Sky)
Aviation expert David Learmount told Sky News that while it will be more niche than mass market, it will be "very useful" for those who do need it.
Unlike an airplane, the Airlander 10 does not need a runway and can land on most surfaces, including water.
It can also carry up to 10 tons, transport 48 passengers and fly continuously for five days at 80 knots (92mph), making it ideal to transport large amount of cargo to difficult to reach places, Sky News reported.
On July 8, Tecnam participated in the official inauguration of new terminal at Rome Urbe Airport, an event hosted by Italian Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) and ENAC Servizi to present the f...
Jetex signed an agreement to expand its presence into Indonesia, marking an important milestone in the company’s continued growth across the Asia-Pacific region. The agreement was signed wi...
Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines successfully powered the first flight of the Gulfstream G800 using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel. The flight was part of Gulfstream Aerospace’s high-altitude fligh...
easyJet has welcomed its 15,000th Fearless Flyer participant onboard and helped them take to the skies with confidence. Since launching in 2012, easyJet’s Fearless Flyer programme has helpe...
