NASA/Boeing X-66A Next-Generation Airliner Design Work Underway
NASA and Boeing have launched a joint project to build an experimental aircraft to explore and demonstrate sustainable flight technologies and dubbed it the X-66A. Based on a McDonnell Douglas MD-90 airliner, the initial design features a high aspect ratio wing braced by an external truss. In addition to exploring new and emerging airframe technologies, the aircraft will be able to test various engines, including traditional turbofans as well as new open-rotor designs.
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Otto Aviation Concept Jet
Among the various aircraft concepts in various stages of development, one particularly compelling design is from Otto Aviation.
Spiroid Winglets – Sculpting Air to Increase Efficiency
It might not seem logical that adding additional structure to an aircraft’s wing could reduce drag and enable it to slip through the air more efficiently.
Skyryse – Simplifying Aircraft Control with New Technology
Aviation startup Skyryse progresses toward FAA certification for a revolutionary new pilot/aircraft control interface that can simplify piloting and increase safety.
