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Winter storm threatens East Coast, bringing temps colder than Mars

Chat with us in Facebook Messenger. Find out what’s happening in the world as it unfolds. Article source: http://www.cnn.com/2018/01/03/us/cold-weather-arctic-outbreak/index.html

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The slow death of the jumbo jet – where are they all now?

Delta, the world’s second largest airline, sent its final 747 to an Arizona “boneyard” this week, marking another chapter in the slow death of the jumbo jet. Last month United, Delta’s US rival, waved goodbye to its final 747 with … Continue reading →

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Sciaky Announces Record December Sales of EBAM Metal 3D …

Leading metal 3D printing solutions provider Sciaky, Inc., a subsidiary of global manufacturing and services holding company Phillips Service Industries, Inc. (PSI), launched its line of Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing (EBAM) machines nearly a decade ago, with an expanded line of … Continue reading →

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These tiny satellites, equipped with ion thrusters, could change how we explore space

Cubesats, low-cost, bite-sized satellites inspired by the tubes used to hold Beanie Babies, were invented in 1999 as educational tools. Their creators — engineering professors Bob Twiggs and Jordi Puig-Suari — hoped building satellites the size and shape of Rubik’s … Continue reading →

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Survey Rates The Healthiest (and The Worst) Airline Food Options

This holiday is setting records for air travel. By the time New Year’s, Christmas and Thanksgiving are over, USA Today predicts more than 51 million people will have passed through airport gates. That is an increase of about 3.5% over … Continue reading →

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End of the Line: Bizjets to Beer Cans

With the Federal Aviation Administration mandate for ADS-B equipage (updated/ NextGen aircraft systems) looming at the beginning of 2020, there is debate within the industry as to whether this added expense will precipitate a major retirement of elderly business aircraft, … Continue reading →

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Meet The Airline Pilot That Creates Incredible Boneyard Art

Avgeekery recently had the opportunity to chat with Lance from WyldeByrd Art. He is a pilot and artist who takes aircraft skins and turns them into beautiful pieces of art.  We’re excited to share his story.  And even more excited … Continue reading →

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