Monthly Archives: October 2016

American Airlines plane engine flung debris in rare failure

An American Airlines (AAL.O) jet engine that failed seconds before takeoff in a fiery runway accident at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport flung broken turbine parts as far as half a mile from the scene, a federal investigator said on Saturday. … Continue reading

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Doernbecher Freestyle 2016: Nike Air Max Zero by Chase Swearingen, first look video and photos

In the gallery above, get an up-close look at the 2016 Doernbecher Nike Air Max Zero designed with the help of Chase Swearingen, of Jewell, Ore. Swearingen’s shoe is one of 6 special edition designs which debuted at the Doernbecher Freestyle … Continue reading

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Rise of Private-Jet Ride Sharing Crimps New Aircraft Orders …

Thanks to new technology, flying in a private jet is no longer just for business titans and the super-wealthy. But in a paradox, that means aircraft manufacturers like Cessna and Bombardier Inc. are selling fewer planes. The general aviation industry … Continue reading

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Rare, but serious engine failure behind Chicago airplane fire

CHICAGO — Pilots were forced to abort a takeoff and evacuate passengers from a burning American Airlines flight on a runway at Chicago O’Hare International Airport after the airliner experienced what a federal official said was a rare and serious … Continue reading

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GearBrain’s ULTRA List: Holiday Gifts that Really Wow!

The holidays are fast approaching and you’ve surely got someone on your gift list that deserves something really special. These hi-tech and comparatively big-ticket items may be pricy, but their bells and whistles can’t be topped and they’re all well … Continue reading

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Evolution of an Aerotropolis

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is connected to Dallas by a light-rail line. A rail link to Fort Worth is in the works. (© DFW international Airport) It lies halfway between—17 miles (27 km) in each direction—the two Texas cities from … Continue reading

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Rise of Private-Jet Ride Sharing Crimps New Aircraft Orders

Thanks to new technology, flying in a private jet is no longer just for business titans and the super-wealthy. But in a paradox, that means aircraft manufacturers like Cessna and Bombardier Inc. are selling fewer planes. The general aviation industry … Continue reading

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