Monthly Archives: June 2019

Dozens of kites float through the sky as hundreds of people enjoy inaugural Flight Festival in Winston-Salem – Winston

Priya Ostasiewski, 5, stands on the ledge of a step to help give a boost to her brother Janak’s, 8, kite during the inaugural Flight Festival on Saturday, June 15, 2019, at Wake Forest Innovation Quarter in downtown Winston-Salem, N.C. … Continue reading

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Boeing CEO concedes ‘mistake’ with planes in 2 fatal crashes

Boeing on Sunday said some of its 737 planes, including many 737 Max aircraft, may have faulty parts on their wings. It’s the latest problem Boeing faces as it tries to get its most important and popular airplane, the grounded … Continue reading

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Boeing heads to Paris Air Show hobbled as its 737 Max crisis clears way for rival Airbus

Following the crashes, Boeing suspended deliveries of the planes and cut the production rate by about a fifth, from 52 to 42 a month. As expected, Boeing this week reported a decline in May orders compared with the same period … Continue reading

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Model planes hit the skies for a weekend of fun

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) – If you’re looking for a little fun in the sun with your good ‘ol dad this weekend then the Grand Island Modelers association has an event for you. The group is putting on a fun … Continue reading

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News, Vintage pilots invited to fly model planes

SHOPIERE – Vintage pilots are being called to bring their planes to a set of runways in the Town of Turtle. The Rock River Aero Modelers Society (RRAMS) are inviting pilots who are 62 and over to attend the inaugural … Continue reading

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Airbus considers making the next version of its top-selling jet an electric hybrid

In a conventional jet airplane, the engine sucks air in through its front, a compressor squeezes it, and fuel is sprayed in and lit, creating burning gases and forward thrust. With an electric-powered plane, batteries power a motor that spins … Continue reading

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A Boeing 737 Max being moved across Europe made a forced landing after being denied entry into German airspace

Boeing A Boeing 737 Max plane was forced to land after Germany refused to let it into its airspace. Norwegian was trying to move the plane between Spain and Sweden with no passengers so it could have more of its … Continue reading

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