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Hughes H-4 Hercules, commonly known as the “Flying Boat” or “spruce goose” was, and still is, the largest wooden aircraft ever designed and flown5. It holds the record for having the biggest wing with a span of 320 feet, which could cover an entire football field2. Henry Fraiser was the man who first proposed the idea of the enormous flying boat based on the demand for a transport plane to support the activities of the US military during World War 24. Frasier approached the famous aircraft…

missions. Two examples of these sensors are the Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) sensor and the Small Tactical Radar Lightweight (STARLite) sensor. Like most units, the Fire Scout system is not just one platform. The Fire Scout system consists of three airframes, a ground control station, and other support vehicles…

The following disaster summary includes information from The NTSB’s Official Aircraft Accident Report (1973). On June 12, 1972 Flight 96 departed from Detroit at 18:36 and began ascending to cruising altitude. Meteorological information was reported to be very good with light winds and cool temperatures. A post-incident interview with a ramp service agent who loaded baggage on the plane was conducted, and the agent described mild difficulties in closing the aft cargo door. The interview revealed…

It was determined that Ben had an illustrious career as a United States Air Force pilot. He graduated from the Air Force Academy in 1975 with degrees in aeronautical, astronomical, and mechanical engineering and became a pilot of six different airframes while remaining on active duty for twelve years. He then transitioned into the Ohio Air National Guard where he flew A-7’s for twenty more years until his retirement from the military. It was also determined…

As an Army National Guard I was determined to do things that would set me apart from others. I started out my career as a Quartermaster Chemical Equipment Repairer and then converting over to a Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic. I was the only female mechanic in my company. My older brother was a Sergeant First Class in my Company and he always pushed me to do different things. He knew how much I hated the stigma of “Females are not equal to Males’, in the Army. So one day I was talking to my…

Louis Chenevert: How United Technologies’ CEO Pulls the Strings to Attain Global Success America’s manufacturing sector was once considered to be a major contributor in the country’s GDP. Once contributing to 25% of the GDP in the 1950s currently produces half that percentage factoring inflation and other variables. At such a time, UTC was widely tipped to be a dominant force courtesy of its unique ability to develop advanced jet engines for both commercial and military aircraft. Alternatively,…

revolutionized aviation immensely, all countries dedicated a large amount of their funds and time to produce the best planes they could possibly produce for the war. It was established that very early in the war that airplanes would play a critical role. Airframes, avionics, the use of turboprop and jet engines were all introduced during the war. This war caused a huge push towards modern aviation today, and started a golden age for airplanes, which occurred in the 1950’s. In World War II…

Aerospace engineering can be considered one of the least forgiving forms of engineering, but it is worth the effort and achievements that come with it. There are many different subsections of aerospace engineering. Aerodynamics, propulsion and airframe are just a couple. Aerospace engineers can expect to do a multitude of tasks on a daily basis, testing and sitting at a computer is most of the time. Often there are situations where there is just designing and redesigning things as inconspicuous…

Dreamliner Network Security Jacob Mullins Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Dreamliner Network Security On September 25th, 2011, All Nippon Airways took delivery of the very first B787 Dreamliner for its maiden flight departing from Narita International Airport (Peterson, 2011). The 787 has been perhaps the most talked about aircraft in recent memory. The list of revolutionary features are staggering. From new material construction resulting in 20% fuel savings, double the ambient air…

well-known jet airliner around the world and It is made by the USA Boeing Commercial Airplanes. It is Boeing's most fuel-efficient airplane and is a unique airliner with the use of composite materials as the fundamental material in the construction of its airframe. According to some experts from Commercial Airplanes, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner's distinguishing features include mostly electrical flight systems, swept wingtips, and noise-reducing chevrons on its engine nacelles. By the way, total…