Category: For the Airhead

Another giant, Frank Robinson gone

The founder and CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company, and all round nice guy, Frank Robinson (92) has passed away peacefully at his Rolling Hills, California home. Frank Robinson was born in

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Forgotten flying professions

Technology has advanced in leaps and bounds, reducing cockpit workloads for pilots and generally making flying safer. But at the same time, technology has made many jobs redundant throughout all

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85 Years of Piper Aircraft

This year Piper Aircraft celebrates its 85th anniversary.  From the iconic yellow Cub to the game changing M600, Piper Aircraft is a force in the manufacture of quality aircraft. The

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Boom’s big engine and costs dilemma

Building a supersonic airliner requires special engines and herein lies the problem. Jilted by its initial engine partner, Rolls-Royce, and now with other engine manufacturers stating they are not too keen

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