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Durango sculptor builds model of early 20th century aircraft

Formerly a builder like his father, Claussen, 65, had taken a few welding classes and started making stone sculptures in 1978, eventually moving on to using metal and wood. Attached to being his own boss, he’s been able to sustain … Continue reading →

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Boeing modifies one MAX model and is seriously studying two more new airplanes

Boeing is likely to decide by year end whether to go ahead with a larger version of its 737 MAX, one that would replace the current -9 MAX with a bigger model referred to as the -10 MAX, a leading … Continue reading →

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Scrappy at first, Boeing grew into a company built to last

The Boeing Co. is turning 100 on July 15. Throughout the year, The Daily Herald is covering the people, airplanes and moments that define The Boeing Century. More about this series A steady, chill wind blew across the North Carolina … Continue reading →

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One Alaskan’s love affair with a British roadster

“That stuff doesn’t just happen: The fact that I’m sitting there in that tire shop to read the wanted ad, the fact that I have the car for sale, the fact that George had a record of the VIN number, … Continue reading →

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Ahead of Farnborough Air Show, Boeing’s Conner talks job cuts, Iran and new airplanes

Boeing Commercial Airplanes boss Ray Conner said Sunday in London that though the pace of voluntary job reductions in the Puget Sound region has been slower than expected, job cuts will continue through more voluntary buyouts and should total around … Continue reading →

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Smooth Traveler: Maryland’s Western Shore

By Renée S. Gordon North Beach and Chesapeake Beach are twin bayside beaches. North Beach is located on the northern tip of Calvert County and has a .50-mile boardwalk and 7-block waterfront. The Bayside History Museum places emphasis on the … Continue reading →

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This Ridiculously Detailed Boeing 777 Model Is Made From Manila Folders

Luca Iaconi-Stewart, 24, is a passionate fan of aviation, to put it lightly. He’s spent the last seven years constructing the most detailed model of a Air India Boeing 777 ever, using cut up manila folders as material. His model … Continue reading →

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