Would you believe us if we told you that the shortest flight lasts only 90 seconds? It sounds unbelievable, but it’s true. The long-established air route connects the two Orkney Islands in Scotland (Westray and Pope Westray) and is the shortest flight in the world. With good winds, the flight often takes less than a…
Numerous companies are investing great efforts and resources in developing new concepts. Concepts that could make flying as economical as possible, but also more environmentally friendly. One of those companies is the Brazilian Embraer. The Brazilian government founded the Embraer in 1969, and it was privatized in 1994. The company produces commercial, military, corporate, and…
The history of aircraft development abounds with many great stories and events. Flying has attracted people since ancient times, and efforts to master it have been a great obsession for man. With the advancement of science and technology, the possibilities offered to the aviation industry became greater and greater. This advancement has been reflected in…