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LIFT PERFORMANCE IN SMALL AIRCRAFT
Earlier this year, RMIT engineers tested kestrel-inspired robots against turbulent winds in 2 studies. Today, their findings show that pairing wing and tail movements can boost lift and reduce instability in small aircraftInspired by the remarkable aerial skills of Australian falcons, scientists are developing innovative robotic designs for aircraft. These bi...
Psychology says people who prefer window seats even when they don't look outside may value perceived control over their surroundingsChoosing a window seat may reflect something more subtle than simply enjoying the view. For some passengers, it can offer a small, familiar...
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s diet plan: What the 24-year-old cricketer eats, avoids and absolutely loves. Take a look at his fitness routineYashasvi Jaiswal has changed his diet to prepare for all three cricket formats, avoiding gluten and junk food while focusing on protein, go...
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Freedom is a cherished virtue, yet it can be easily abused by individuals. Philosopher Paul described this internal conflict, questioning w...
Air India undertakes pilot testing programme amidst scrutiny after Phuket incidentAir India has voluntarily undertaken a testing programme covering all its pilots, beyond regulatory requirements, amid heightened scrutiny ...
California startup JetZero’s ‘manta ray’ plane could change air travel forever: 250-seat Z4 aims to fly 5,750 miles and use up to 50% less fuelCalifornia startup JetZero is innovating the aviation industry with a new aircraft featuring a blended-wing-body design, aimed at accommoda...
Laurie MacDougall Sookraj makes history as only Canadian woman to lift Scotland’s 733-pound Dinnie Stones after first failed attempt and a year of gruelling training. Watch videoLaurie MacDougall Sookraj has made history at the Aboyne Highland Games by successfully lifting the renowned Scotland’s 733-pound Dinnie St...
Seaplanes in India get an electrifying push with SkyHop Aviation's new dealSkyHop Aviation, India’s seaplane operator, is exploring electric seaplane deployment with Noemi Aerospace across India and South Asia. Sky...
One common stock across 6 top performing mutual funds: Is MCX a signal or a crowded trade?MCX is the sole stock held by six top-performing mid and small-cap mutual funds. Analysts at UBS see a re-rating opportunity, upgrading the...
Devji, other surrendered Maoists plan to urge Centre to lift ban on CPI (Maoist)Surrendered CPI (Maoist) leader Tippiri Tirupati, alias Devji, plans to approach Union Home Minister Amit Shah seeking the lifting of the b...
US CENTCOM chief concludes 10-day West Asia tour as USS Abraham Lincoln prepares to returnUS CENTCOM Commander Adm Brad Cooper visited six West Asian nations and a US Navy aircraft carrier. He met senior leaders and service membe...
Trump allows Navy to build ships abroad, orders return to steam catapults on carriersUS President Trump directed the Navy to revert to steam catapults for new aircraft carriers. This design change will add hundreds of millio...
Air India Phuket-Delhi flight lost hydraulics for seconds: Airbus asks airline to check if it was genuine failure or glitchAn Air India flight experienced a rare hydraulic control loss, injuring 24 passengers. The aircraft's flight data recorders showed a sudden...
Pilots struggled to control Air India's Phuket-Delhi aircraft due to rare malfunction, shows Airbus’ initial assessmentAn Air India A320 flying from Phuket to Delhi briefly lost hydraulic control across all three systems, causing the aircraft to plunge about...
Trump orders Navy catapult system redesign, replacing state-of-the-art tech with older systemTrump steam catapults: President Trump has directed the US Navy to remove advanced electromagnetic catapults. Older steam-powered catapults...
Air India to stay on expansion course despite challengesAir India plans to add over 100 aircraft across the group in 2027 and 2028 while continuing its $400-million fleet retrofit programme. The ...
In 2024, passengers endured 3.5 hours inside a Boeing 777 without air conditioning while it sat on the Athens tarmac. The incident revealed how little aviation law specifically protects travelers from extreme cabin temperaturesBoeing 777 Athens heat incident: A flight delay in Athens turned into a dire situation for passengers aboard a Boeing 777, who endured swel...
Mysterious aircraft spotted near US Air Force base in Kansas. Here's what we knowRecently, an unidentified military aircraft caught the eye near a Kansas Air Force base, stirring intrigue. Speculated to be the B-21 Raide...
India aims to see electric air taxis fly by 2028, testing to gather pace next year: Union Civil Aviation MinisterIndia aims for electric air taxis to fly by 2028, with testing accelerating next year. Electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft offe...
Sydney airport hits a standstill: Why dozens of flights were trapped on the tarmac for hoursA staffing problem inside Sydney Airport's control tower caused significant flight delays on Friday. Over one hundred departing flights fac...