Latest articles by Chris Kjelgaard
Transatlantic Flights Becoming Greener by 2010
A way to change cruise altitude while flying over oceans soon will help jets save fuel on transatlantic flights.
Boeing Marks 50th Anniversary of 707's First Flight
The 707 was the first in a long line of successful Boeing jet transports.
From Supersonic to Hover: How the F-35 Flies
The F-35B's propulsion system is a major feat of engineering technology.
Public Sees Vertical-Landing F-35B for First Time
Lockheed Martin rolls out short-takeoff, vertical landing F-35B Lightning II.
NASA Develops Super-Accurate Nav System for Scientific Plane
Systems lets imaging-radar aircraft repeat same flight path within 15 feet.
Europe Launches New Aviation Research Program
New EU initiative aims to make air transport greener, safer and more secure.
New Material Could Revolutionize Aircraft Maintenance
CentrAl material is fatigue-resistant, damage-tolerant and lightweight.
Hypersonic Jets Prepare to Soar
Jet-fueled hypersonic vehicles could become a reality before 2020.
Missile Attacks on Airliners Could Hurt U.S. More than 9/11
Economic cost to U.S. travel industry could be $420 billion.
Low-fare, Long-Haul: Second Time Around
A new generation of low-cost, long-haul airlines is appearing.
Flying Friendly: Aviation's Environmental Challenge
Travel growth means aviation must become environmentally friendlier.
Going Vertical: The Helicopter Industry Climbs
As helicopter technology advances, the industry booms.
Aviation for the Nation: 21st Century U.S. Air Power
U.S. forces have to make aviation funding go further in the future.
Pampering Passengers: The New Breed of Luxury Airlines
All-premium-class airlines look like they're here to stay.
Clean, Quiet, Powerful: Engines for the New Jets
Engines for 787s and A380s will pollute less and will be quieter.
People Moving: Behind the Scenes at Airports
Airports' aviation safety role is unsung but highly important.
Easy Fly, Easy Buy: The Business Aviation Boom
Business aviation is easier to book and use than ever before.
Emirates A380s to Establish New Airliner Seat Record
Emirates' 644-seat short-haul A380s will establish new seat record.
Aviation: Always Hip, Not Always Headlined
Aviation is fundamentally important to a diverse range of human activities.
Boeing Names First Dreamliner Private Owner, Unveils 747-8I VIP Interior Concepts
Hong Kong tycoon Joseph Lau is named customer for the seventh 787 VIP.
