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New wings for the jet set

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Aircraft engines are being developed to yield affordable high-performance personal jets. Williams Aircraft Co.'s FJX-2 engine was designed with that aim. Tested on Williams V-Jet II, the engine was found capable of giving small planes the same capabilities as that of large aircraft airlines.

Author: Sweetman, Bill
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1997
Innovations, Aircraft engine industry, Aircraft engines, Transportation equipment industry, Williams Aircraft Co.

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Stealth Comanche

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The Boeing-Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche is an advanced attack helicopter that combines excellent maneuverability with stealth capabilities. Among other features, the Comanche is also equipped with low-noise main rotors and an easy-to-repair engine.

Author: Sweetman, Bill
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1996
Design and construction, Helicopter industry, Military helicopters, Boeing Sikorsky

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Beyond visual range: flying the F-22

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The F-22 stealth fighter will feature advanced avionics to assist the pilot in making key in-flight decisions. The most prominent avionics is the three-panel radar display system which shows both targets and potential threats.

Author: Sweetman, Bill
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1995
Evaluation, Equipment and supplies, Cover Story, Avionics, F/A-22 (Aircraft)

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