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Reduce, Reuse, Rockets?

Conor Cimo can trace his interest in engineering back to his second-grade classroom in a Chicago suburb where he watched in awe as an F16 fighter aircraft broke the sound barrier. The video was presented by his friend’s father during … Continue reading →

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Boeing to acquire KLX for $4.25bn

The US-based aircraft manufacturer, Boeing, has announced it partnership with TAL Manufacturing Solutions, a subsidiary of Indian-based Tata Group. The two firms signed a co tract on 14 March to produce advanced composite floor beams for Beoing 787-9/10 Dreamliner models. … Continue reading →

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Reduce, Reuse, Rockets?

Conor Cimo posing with the RPL’s Déjà Vu rocket prior to launch in Mojave Desert, Calif. Photo/Conor Cimo Conor Cimo can trace his interest in engineering back to his second-grade classroom in a Chicago suburb where he watched in awe … Continue reading →

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Amadeus Sees No Impact Yet on Airlines’ Pushback With New Distribution Models

Airline groups are attempting to rein in the distribution business of Amadeus, the travel technology giant. But the Madrid-based company said Friday that it is not feeling an impact — at least not yet. During a first-quarter 2018 presentation to … Continue reading →

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Good eats at Gillespie Field

Gillespie Cafe 2015 North Marshall Avenue, El Cajon First time I see the sign, I think hot diggity: A pie café on an airfield! So I walk in off Marshall Avenue to where all the hangars with the apartments above … Continue reading →

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Investigating cracks in airplane windows

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) – A Southwest Airlines flight was diverted Wednesday after a passenger window cracked mid-flight. Thankfully no injuries were reported.  But it’s another scare for the popular airline.  Contact 13 looked into aviation data to see how often … Continue reading →

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Strong winds and blowing sand increase workload at local body shop

Blowing sand and dust can damage your vehicle EL PASO, Texas – If you feel sand is blasting your face on windy days, imagine what it can do to the paint on your car. Victor Lopez, with Texas Custom Body … Continue reading →

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