I grew up in the suburbs at least an hour’s drive from the nearest international airport, so I guess I have a tendency to underrate the effect sonic booms had…
airplanes
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The private jet is a universally recognized symbol of wealth and affluence, so much so that historically there’s never really been one made with affordability in mind. Affordability being a…
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I didn’t really realize it until today, but we are evidently living in a golden age for household appliances made out of and/or inspired by airplane parts. Last week there…
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If you’re looking to add a dose of World War II era aviation to your everyday routine (and really, why wouldn’t you?), the Cool Material Shop has an item just…
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Custom bikes and custom cars are cool and all, but how about a custom airplane? If you’ve got the cash to accommodate such a purchase (more on that later), it’s…
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Tech & Gear
Aerion AS2: World’s First Private Supersonic Jet Almost Here (Video)
by Josephby JosephIf you’re a billionaire who dreams every night of owning your own supersonic jet, I have some pretty good news – you only have about eight more years to wait…
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“Audiovisual research studio” Playmodes has come out with a very cool project utilizing a disused airplane. It’s called Porta Estel-lar (Catalan for “star gate”), and it’s a light installation resulting…
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One of the big challenges of the 21st century is going to be providing internet access for everyone, not just those who can afford it or live close to a…
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EntertainmentMovies & TV
‘The Internetest Safety Video on the Internet’ From Delta (Video)
by Josephby JosephIf you went back in time to 1975 and told the people who would become the parents of this generation that in the future, airline safety videos would be designed…
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Airline Virgin Australia has given its fleet of planes a makeover. While most passengers of the airline are probably more concerned about what this means regarding their travel options and…