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The big jet behind Everett’s big doors: Boeing readies first 777X to fly

While most airplanes look much the same to harried air travelers, early next year Boeing’s newest jet may manage to catch and arrest even the casual eye. Passengers about to board will see its long, long carbon-fiber wings arc up … Continue reading →

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Local pilot recognized by aircraft association

Dec. 27–A local man has been recognized for donating his time to promote aviation in the Effingham area. Stanley Bahrns recently received a Certificate of Appreciation for giving over 100 Young Eagles flying enthusiasts a chance to experience a ride … Continue reading →

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Deaths Seized the Attention of Millions in 2018, Sometimes Surprisingly

As fate would have it, Mr. Laxalt died on the same day — Aug. 6 — as did another figure of the Reagan years, Margaret Heckler, a moderate Republican who championed women’s rights in the House and became the administration’s … Continue reading →

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MIT Scientists Claim First Successful Fuel-Free, Engine-Free Ion-Powered Flight

What if powered mechanical flight didn’t require all the normal trappings of aircraft? That is, a flight that does not need big heavy jet engines to get a plane off the ground, or tons of octane to power this propulsion? … Continue reading →

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Local pilot recognized by aircraft association | Local News

A local man has been recognized for donating his time to promote aviation in the Effingham area. Stanley Bahrns recently received a Certificate of Appreciation for giving over 100 Young Eagles flying enthusiasts a chance to experience a ride in … Continue reading →

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Japan court OKs bail for Nissan American exec in Ghosn case

TOKYO — A Japanese court has approved a bail request for Nissan Motor Co. executive Greg Kelly, who was detained and charged with underreporting the income of his boss, former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn. Tokyo District Court said Tuesday that … Continue reading →

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Iran submits first budget since US sanctions were restored

TEHRAN, Iran — Iran’s president has submitted next year’s budget to parliament, the first after the United States renewed sanctions targeting the oil industry. The $47.5 billion budget submitted Tuesday is less than half of last year’s, mainly due to … Continue reading →

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