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A year today the B-2 Stealth 'Spirit of America' diverted into RAF Fairford. How lucky for me to be on my evening walk at the same time. 😊 I say 'lucky'. But I had seen in a 'spotter' forum that it could be on it's way (don't judge me!). I kept tracking it. And then positioned myself in the right place at the right time. Just in case. Then luck 'happens'. And when people say that I'm 'lucky' my business has become successful in a short space of time. I remember it's actually taken 30 years of learning my craft as a marketing strategist, and nearly 20 years in the aviation sector. Creating my niche as the 'go to' aviation marketing company with International Aviation & Airshow Marketing. By being driven, focused and intentional (okay, maybe a little bit of luck!). But mainly luck happens by the choices you make and the effort you put in. I made the choice to live at the end of RAF Fairford runway, a United States Air Force base in the UK. Now that's really lucky! PS The original post had the most engagement of all my LI posts over the last year. See the post and the stats in the comments. ⬇️ 😍 ✈ #B2Stealth #B2 #RAFFairford #Aviation #MarketStrategy #AvGeek

The Wrights pioneered user-centered design by focusing on the control systems in order to support piloting as an essential function of flying. Others like Langley fixated on wings and motors, without due consideration to the role of the human in piloting the aircraft.

Empirically guided insight from bicycles: you don’t have to develop an inherently stable platform. You just need to develop a #stabilizable system. And that doesn’t require comprehensive observability and controllability because the best #nonlinear systems have a subset states that take care of themselves. It’s fascinating to see the various air frames that the Wright Brothers #experimented with (e.g., at the National Museum of the US Air Force in Dayton). The full-scale physical air frames reveal their thought process behind #iterative design of the control system for detectability and stabilizability. The #mathematics of the resulting aerodynamics followed, and the #intelligibility of the adaptive control system is as difficult as many computational solutions involving artificial intelligence.

✈ The first commercial passenger flight took place on 1st January 1914 between St. Petersburg and Tampa in Florida. The aircraft, a Benoist XIV piloted by Tony Jannus, carried a single passenger – Abram C. Pheil, the mayor of St. Petersburg. The flight lasted 23 minutes, covering 34 kilometres across Tampa Bay. 💸 The ticket for this flight was auctioned for $400, equivalent to over $10,000 today! This flight was groundbreaking, as it was organised by the St. Petersburg-Tampa Airboat Line, the first regularly scheduled airline offering public transport. Up until then, aircraft flights were predominantly military, experimental, or private endeavours. 🚀 Since then, commercial aviation has continued to evolve, connecting people across the globe. Bartolini Air is proud to be part of this dynamic industry, offering training for the best pilots across Europe, preparing them for the challenges of the aviation world. #History #Aviation #Travel #Technology #BartoliniAir #AviationHistory #Airlines #AviationPioneers #Flying #PilotTraining #AirTravel #Innovation #FloridaHistory

Celebrating Key Milestones in Aviation History on October 12 October 12 marks a day of significance in the annals of aviation history, with several milestones that have helped shape the industry as we know it today. Across different years, this date has witnessed groundbreaking events, each contributing to the evolution of flight and aeronautics. One of the notable events on this day occurred in 1929, when the German airship LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin completed its first transatlantic flight. This marked a major advancement in air travel, demonstrating the potential for airships in long-distance passenger and cargo transport. The Graf Zeppelin's success showcased the possibilities of air travel, sparking interest and investment in the development of more advanced airships and later fixed-wing aircraft. In 1944, on October 12, the United States saw the commissioning of the USS Midway, an aircraft carrier that played a pivotal role in naval aviation. The Midway was the largest ship in the world until 1955 and served in various capacities, including as a crucial asset during the Cold War. Its commissioning demonstrated the strategic importance of aircraft carriers in modern military strategy and their role in projecting power across the globe. October 12 also marks a significant achievement in commercial aviation. In 1955, the Boeing 367-80, the prototype for the Boeing 707, took to the skies for its maiden flight. This aircraft was instrumental in ushering in the Jet Age, offering unprecedented speed and efficiency for commercial airlines. The success of the Boeing 707 transformed the aviation industry, making air travel more accessible to the masses and setting the standard for future commercial aircraft. These milestones highlight the diverse advancements in aviation, from airships to aircraft carriers and commercial jets, each playing a unique role in the broader narrative of human flight. As we reflect on these achievements on October 12, we celebrate the ingenuity and determination that continue to drive innovation in aviation. #milestonesinaviationhistory #aviationhistory #GrafZeppelin #USS Midway #Boeing707 #JetAge #AirTravelInnovation #NavalAviation

✈️ General Aviation Month ✈️ This May, we honor the incredible history and impact of General Aviation! From its pivotal role in WWII to today's vibrant industry, aviation has shaped our world in remarkable ways. 🔹 1939 Milestones: • President FDR signed the Civilian Pilot Training Act, training 20,000 college students annually. • National Aviation Day established to celebrate Orville Wright's birthday. 🔹 Today's General Aviation Impact: • Over 200,000 aircraft and 650,000 registered pilots in the U.S. • Contributes $247 billion to the economy and supports 1.2 million jobs. • Essential for disaster relief, humanitarian aid, law enforcement, and agriculture. 🔹 Nebraska's Contribution: • 1,951 registered General Aviation aircraft. • 4,639 licensed pilots. • 79 public-use airports and 164 private-use airfields. • $8.6 billion in economic impact annually, supporting 90,000 jobs.

Top Commercial Airplanes in the USA The US skies are filled with a variety of incredible aircraft, each designed for specific travel needs. Here's a quick look at some of the top commercial airplanes you might find yourself on when flying in the USA:

worth visiting the actual location and understanding the situation - especially regarding the engine.

💡Once a niche in aviation, airships are about to make a strong comeback Historically used for passenger travel and reconnaissance, these versatile are now key players in the future of commercial, defense, and research sectors. Key drivers of this resurgence include the growing demand for: 🌱 The increased demand for sustainable transportation 👀 Cost-effective surveillance solutions 📈 The growing need for innovative solutions in both cargo transportation & tourism With the market projected to soar from $0.06B in 2023 to $0.25B by 2032 at a CAGR of 16.59%, the future of airships looks bright indeed (stats referred to in this report come from: https://lnkd.in/dGvHk9W8)

The Farnborough International Airshow has commenced, showcasing top executives from the aviation and defense sectors amid ongoing supply chain issues. Two years after emerging from pandemic disruptions, the industry now faces the challenge of meeting soaring demand, with concerns about persistent supply chain problems. The International Civil Aviation Organization predicts that air travel could triple by 2050, raising significant environmental concerns. Airbus, with a backlog of 8,626 orders, contrasts with Boeing's 5,600, as the latter continues to recover from past setbacks. The defense sector also eyes opportunities, bolstered by increased military budgets but facing similar supply chain hurdles. The airshow underscores the sector's need to balance growth with sustainability and operational challenges. For more information:- https://lnkd.in/gHN2AYnb