RC Media World posted a video of a EC-135 ADAC Notarzt Christoph 33 helicopter. The scale model has an 3.50 meters (11.5 foot) rotor diameter, and weighs 49 kilograms (approximately 108 pounds). The model plane was showcased at Modellflugtreffen in Damelang, Germany.
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A Giant Virgin Atlantic RC Boeing 747
Adi Pitz built an incredible remote controlled Virgin Atlantic Boeing 747 airliner. The 1/13 scale model measures wingspan of 4.95 meters (approximately 16.24 feet), measures 5.43 meters (approximately 17.81 feet) in length, and weighs 68 kilograms (approximately 150 pounds). The model plane was showcased at Airlinertreffen 2015 in Goppingen, Germany. Watch the video below.
Video: How An Airplane Is Made
An incredible video posted by MinutePhysics that explains how Airbus designs and creates a commercial airplane. The short video takes us behind the scenes to the company’s headquarters and facilities to look at what it takes to bring the legendary airplane to life.
A Jetpack That Helps Soldiers Run Faster
Engineer Jason Kerestes from Arizona State University have created a working prototype jetpack that attaches to a soldier’s back and helps them run faster. The 4MM project’s aim is to enhance the speed of the wearer and to break the four minute barrier with ease. Watch the video below.
How Does a Jet Engine Work?
Baratunde Thurston takes us behind the scenes at GE Global Research Center to learn how does a jet engine works with the help of aerospace engineer Todd Wetzel. You’ll see why “suck, squeeze, bang, blow” is a great way to talk about modern flight. The two discuss how airplane engines have evolved to become the powerful,… Continue reading How Does a Jet Engine Work?
Remote Controlled Airbus A380 Model Plane
The massive remote controlled Airbus A380 model plane could hardly be called miniature with its 5.3 metres wingspan and four powerful jet turbine engines lifting its 70,8KG weight. The airplane model was built by Michael Schlemmer. Take a look at the plane taking off and flying in the video below.
World’s Only Jet Turbine Powered Batmobile
I have good news, if you’re a big fan of Batman, you are going to love this Batmobile. The car is built by Casey Putsch, the owner of Putsch Racing facility and its the only jet turbine powered Batmobile. It’s powered by a military spec turboshaft engine driving the rear wheels through a semi automatic gearbox.… Continue reading World’s Only Jet Turbine Powered Batmobile