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IN A NUTSHELL ✈️ The evolution of fighter jets spans over 80 years, showcasing significant technological advancements in military aviation. 🚀 The P-80 Shooting Star marked the first operational U.S. jet fighter, leading to the development of more advanced aircraft. 🔧 Innovations like the swing wing and variable geometry wings demonstrated creative engineering solutions during the Cold War. 🔍 The …

Airline company Delta Air Lines (DAL) is replacing small engines called auxiliary power units (APUs) on over 300 of its Airbus (EADSF) A320 planes, according to The Wall Street Journal. These APUs help power the plane and provide air when the main engines are off, such as during taxiing or while parked. The change is being made because toxic fumes …

The U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program announced 15 finalists advancing to the next stage of the program’s second competition — spanning critical technologies and applications ranging from enhancing energy grid security to maximizing the yield of critical minerals mining extraction to advancing quantum computing. The finalist teams, many of whom have been building their regional …

IN A NUTSHELL 🚀 SpaceX introduces a new propulsion system to help maintain the International Space Station’s orbit. 🔧 The Dragon spacecraft’s trunk now features additional Draco thrusters for efficient reboost operations. 🌐 This mission marks a collaborative effort between NASA and commercial partners like SpaceX and Northrop Grumman. 📈 Future Dragon missions will further enhance the flexibility and capabilities …

Pilot who tried to cut engines after taking mushrooms pleads guilty  The Washington Post Former Alaska Airlines pilot who tried to shut down engines midflight pleads guilty  ABC News Off-duty pilot pleads guilty to trying to crash Alaska Airlines jet  BBC Former pilot who tried to cut off engines during flight after taking magic mushrooms pleads guilty  NBC News Off-Duty Pilot Who Tried to …

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A former Alaska Airlines pilot who tried to cut the engines of a passenger flight in 2023 while riding off-duty in the cockpit pleaded guilty or no-contest to all charges against him Friday, saying in court that he regretted endangering those on board as well as the damage he caused to his former profession. Joseph Emerson …

A former Alaska Airlines pilot accused of trying to cut the engines of a passenger flight in 2023 while riding off-duty in the cockpit pleaded guilty in federal court on Friday as part of an agreement with prosecutors. He’s expected to plead no-contest to state charges, which carries the same legal effect as a guilty plea. Joseph Emerson told CBS News …

A former Alaska Airlines pilot accused of trying to cut the engines of a passenger flight in 2023 while riding off-duty in the cockpit pleaded guilty or no contest to all charges against him Friday, saying in court that he regretted endangering those on board as well as the damage he caused to his former profession. Joseph Emerson reached the …

Off-Duty Pilot Who Tried to Shut Off Engines Expresses Regret in Court  The New York Times Former Alaska Airlines pilot who tried to shut down engines midflight pleads guilty  ABC News Ex-pilot who tried to cut engines on flight after taking mushrooms pleads guilty  The Guardian Former pilot pleads to criminal charges after endangering flight over Oregon skies  Oregon Public Broadcasting – OPB Joseph …

Land Rover owners expect rugged British style and refinement. But lift the hood on certain models and you might find a surprise stamped right into the metal: Ford Motor Company. Mechanic and automotive-minded creator Larry Law (@larry.law94) is all smiles in a viral clip where he reveals the provenance of Land Rover’s critical components to potential owners. “This motor might …