NASA is considering bringing astronauts Barry Wilmore and Suni Williams back from the International Space Station on a SpaceX Crew Dragon and sending the Boeing Starliner back empty. However, Boeing has removed the Starliner’s autonomous undocking feature from its software, causing a dilemma. The aerospace manufacturer wants to update the spacecraft’s software in orbit, but NASA is concerned it could cause further damage.
Air Canada recently canceled a long-haul flight following an incident between a flight attendant and a passenger. During a flight from Casablanca, Morocco to Montreal, the flight attendant had a meltdown after a passenger requested a blanket due to the cold cabin temperature. The plane returned to the terminal without ever reaching the runway.
Jet engines have evolved over time, with advancements in gas turbine engine technology leading to the phasing out of bucket-type reverse thrust systems. While these mechanisms used to be common on jet engines, newer and more efficient designs have rendered them obsolete in commercial jets. However, some private jets with smaller engines still utilize them for thrust redirection and braking upon landing.
JD Vance, an Ohio Senator and Vice Presidential hopeful, recently sparked controversy by posing for a photo op with Kamala Harris’ plane, Air Force Two. Vance walked up to the Boeing C-32 used by Harris and pretended it was his own, raising questions about his intentions and professionalism.
The Yamaha Champions Riding School offers a unique opportunity for riders to improve their skills both on and off the track. Testing your limits in a controlled environment can ultimately make you a safer rider on the streets, enhancing your overall riding experience.
In a tragic incident, the family of French explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against OceanGate for gross negligence. Nargeolet, known as “Mr. Titanic” for his numerous visits to the sunken ocean liner and expertise, was one of the individuals killed when the OceanGate submersible Titan suffered a catastrophic implosion last year.