Good question. Its currently slated to hover out of ground effect at 5,000 ft. So you could make the jump, minus the freefall. Read more

Everyone's hats getting blown off was pretty crazy. Thanks for sharing. Read more

This was what I was referring to. Read more

100 stars. Read more

If you would've taken the time to read the article, you would have found that not only was the plane manufactured in Brazil, but is owned and operated by a Brazilian company. It is completely Brazilian. Some might say, its a Brazilian plane. The reason for the Union Jack is to to honor England for their order of many… Read more

And don't forget... Read more

I agree, but its always that one passenger who refuses to leave their carry-on and ends up breaking a leg. Read more

What if the runway moved right when he went to touchdown? Read more

You also have to remember that this range is while fully loaded. I think it will be able to travel up to 500nm at lighter weights. Read more

This is just a mockup for the expo. Here is an example of the Helionix in an EC145 to give you an idea of what it would like like for a three tube installation.

The current published numbers I found are 120 nm fully loaded to your destination (ie: offshore oil rig), then return on the same tank of fuel plus a 20 minute reserve. This is probably conservative and will likely change considering the engine is still in development. Read more

I do all my own maintenance. I don't have a shop I can trust, plus I just love the feeling of accomplishment I get by "owning" my car. Also, when you understand exactly what goes on under the hood or elsewhere it helps make you a better driver since you can operate the vehicle to its full capability since you are… Read more

The wheels look cool. Read more

Have you ever been towed by an airplane at any speed riding on anything? Me neither. Read more

Over 8 means 9 or more. Read more

It really depends on where you set up. Certain airports have public viewing areas and you're free to do what you like. Some airports are public property, but I usually contact the airport manager ahead of time to give them a heads up. If you want to camp out in a terminal or lounge you might need to get a hold of the… Read more

Done. Thanks! Read more

128 is 20% and I clarified that sentence to reflect. Read more

According to official information from Southwest Airlines, their fleet consists of 655 aircraft as of December 31, 2014. Read more

Oh! Hai!