So, do you know where NASA is? When planning a trip to Orlando it is very common to include the Disney and Universal parks in the itinerary, but forget about an incredible attraction: the Kennedy Space Center, NASA's space center.
This is the ideal destination for those who want to have a fun and pleasant trip with family or friends, but before you face the air bridge we know that you need to know a little more about it, right?
Now that we have planted the seed of curiosity about this destination, we will demystify the NASA park for you! Come and read our travel guide for this not-so-usual, but equally incredible Orlando trip!
Where is the Kennedy Space Center?
The centre of NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration), the United States space agency responsible for research and development of technologies and space exploration programme is located in a complex near Cape Canaveral, more specifically on Merritt Island, about 80 km from Orlando, Florida.
Although it is not exactly in Orlando, the tourist spot is visited by tourists who are usually staying in the city.
Is the NASA park really a park?
Actually, no. Commonly many people use this expression to define the Kennedy Space Center, but originally and officially it is not considered so.
It is a US space agency rocket launch centre that also has educational attractions about space and mankind's advances and discoveries in this field over the years - these being the ones you will visit.
How much time do I set aside to visit NASA?
The NASA space centre itself is gigantic, but the area open to visitors is more restricted precisely because of the work carried out there by thousands of people every day.
That said, you have two options:
- Book 1 day and see the main attractions at the Kennedy Space Center, or;
- set aside 2 days to see everything and take part in the activities - which take time - at the KSC.
What we can highlight is that this is a very cool alternative tour for rainy days in Orlando, since most of its attractions are indoors. Open our article about Orlando's weather during the four seasons and travel prepared!
The ideal thing is to plan well in any of the hypotheses, and Happy Tours will help you with that, but first, how about knowing how to get to your destination?
How do I get to the Kennedy Space Center?
There are several alternatives to get to Merritt Island where KSC is, and these are some of them:
1. Driving to NASA park
KSC is about 90 km away from the city centre, so if you choose to rent a car in Orlando and drive there it will take an average of 1 hour to reach the site via eastbound SR 528.
We recommend that you bring some change and coins, as you will pass through 4 toll stations on the way there and back, ok?
2. For those not travelling by car
If you do not intend to rent a vehicle to go to NASA, you are left with two options:
- go by taxi or uber: which, frankly, will be expensive;
- hiring a transportation company (or transfer from the KSC): it's cheaper (sometimes), but usually tour companies have a time to go and return, and the charge is made for occupied places in the van or private bus. That is, it can also be expensive depending on the size of the family or group that intends to make the visit;
- buy entrance tickets to the KSC with transfer from the site itself: this is also a possibility, but again it is charged per person.
There is a reason why we have only given these options: there is no public transport between Orlando and Cape Canaveral, where the Kennedy Space Center is located.
What is good to know about Kennedy Space Center?
Finally it's time for our NASA travel itinerary. We have the following inaugural information for you:
- Unlike other parks in Orlando, NASA park is not divided into regions (the lands) and neither has a priority order of visitation for each attraction, so our tip is that your itinerary planning should focus on the times of films and presentations that you will attend;
- you can buy the tickets for the space centre at the ticket office, or in advance on the Kennedy Space Center website - early purchase on the website can get discounts!
- for those who make the wise decision to drive, be aware that the NASA park parking costs, on average, US$ 10 per vehicle (much cheaper, isn't it?)
Tour inside the Kennedy Space Center
There are unmissable attractions and others that, in case you opt for only one day of touring, it is viable to "skip". Let's go to them in the order of entry into the space centre:
Early Space Exploration - museum 1
This pavilion definitely needs to be on your visitation itinerary! It is located right next to the park entrance and in it you will be onbording (an introduction) to the history of space exploration.
We can say that it is a museum of space science and it is incredible! Everything they show in films about space, you will find there!
The Rocket Garden is one of the few open-air attractions and a perfect place to take pictures and selfies with the rockets - faithful replicas of the real ones - on display.
This place is also near the entrance and if you prefer you can reverse the order with the first one, but it will be much more interesting to see the greatness of the rockets after understanding more about them in the museum.
IMAX Theaters - the intergalactic cinema
You may have already visited an IMAX here in Brazil or in the United States, but the differential of this one is exactly the content to be watched and the sensations of being there, in the middle of the space centre, watching films about space.
Normally two films stay on show and they can be changed from time to time, but since 2019 the film "Apollo 11: Firts Steps Edition" has been showing in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Programme.
This experience is not to be missed, whatever film is being shown. It is no wonder that this attraction may be one of the only ones that can make you queue up.
Atlantis: Space Shttle - interactive museum 2
NASA is history, so there will be no shortage of museums at its space centre. However, this one is more interactive than the first.
Atlantis begins with a film about space shuttles and, after many impactful surprises, the tourists come across a huge shed with the space shuttle Atlantis itself.
There are more than 60 interactive mini attractions in this space and if you want to feel like you're in a space station, this is the place.
Shuttle Launch Experience - Space Shuttle Launch Simulator
You're wrong if you think there's no adventure at NASA Park. This simulator promises to give you the real sensation of being in a space shuttle launch, and they say it's quite faithful to reality, see?
So much so that it is not recommended for very sensitive people, children or the elderly. The minimum height for this attraction is 1.11m. Again, watch out for the not so long queues.
Kennedy Space Center Bus Tours: Apollo/Saturn V Center
This tour is recommended as the last of a single day or the first on day 2 as it is quite long!
You will board a bus (normal, not space this time) from the KSC itself that will take you through the park to another NASA building from where Apollo 11 - the rocket that took man to the moon in 1969 - was launched.
There you can visit several attractions and also pass by other NASA buildings and even touch an authentic Moon rock!
In total, the tour lasts at least 1h30, but can go up to 3h depending on your wishes. But be warned: the last bus to the tour leaves at 2pm!
As an extra tip, we still have 4 places to visit - if you have time:
- Astronaut Encounter: ever thought of meeting a real astronaut, a NASA veteran? This is the place! It lasts an average of 1 hour and everything is done in English;
- Heroes and Legends: this attraction is a 3D movie about NASA stories told by its pioneers, and also concentrates the Hall of Fame at the exit, with several pictures of astronauts who made history;
- Journey To Mars - Explorers Wanted: it is an interactive museum more suitable for children with mini games and scenarios for photos;
- Astronaut Memorial: this museum is outside the park, still on the mainland, right at the entrance of Merritt Island and is, in fact, a memorial to those who died on space agency missions.
One last piece of essential information: the food options at the Kennedy Space Center are few, but the most recommended are the Orbit Cafe and the Moon Rock Café. And don't worry, there's a great place to buy souvenirs!
We say this is a really fun outing for the family, what do you think about visiting the moon world on your trip to the United States?


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The landing gear’s trailing-link design offers rugged comfort, enabling soft landings and smooth taxiing. Garmin™ G3000™ touch-screen avionics provide intuitive operation for the single pilot.
Overview & History
As is common among Cessna’s lineup, the Cessna Citation CJ3+ is the latest development of a long family of aircraft.
The CJ3+ can trace its roots back to the original Cessna CitationJet which was launched in October 1989.
The original Model 525 first took to the skies in 1991. Deliveries began two years later. Since the early 1990s Cessna has been constantly evolving the CitationJet.
Firstly, Cessna updated the CitationJet to the CJ1/M2 variants. The M2 variant is the current VLJ that Cessna produce.
Cessna Citation CJ3+ Cockpit
The CJ3+ comes equipped with the Garmin G3000 avionics suite, enabling the crew to dedicate less time to flight deck management and more time to savoring the flight. The cockpit provides additional space for the crew in an ergonomic layout, ensuring their comfort throughout the mission and thereby enhancing crew efficiency and productivity. All information is intuitively organized and easily accessible with just a tap. The Garmin GFC 700 flight control system, fully digital and dual-channel, offers not only autopilot functionality but also ensures redundancy and reliability, optimizing performance across the airspeed envelope.
Cessna Citation CJ3+ Interior
Cessna has maximized the interior of the light jet, measuring 15 feet 8 inches (4.78 meters) in length, 4 feet 10 inches (1.47 meters) wide, and 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) in height. Within this space, Cessna has efficiently accommodated nine seats and a baggage capacity of 1,000 lbs (453.5 KG). The cabin is illuminated by low-power, energy-efficient LED lighting during night flights, and the fourteen windows provide ample natural light.
For the light jet class, the cabin is notably quiet, and the cabin altitude reaches a maximum of 8,000 feet. While this altitude might not be impressive compared to larger aircraft, it is considered acceptable for short missions in a light jet. Additionally, the CJ3+ is equipped with a standard belted flushing toilet.
Remaining connected to the world below, the CJ3+ employs wireless cabin technology tailored for the Citation lineup. Integrated with personal devices, optional in-flight WiFi, moving maps, flight information, and cockpit audio ensure uninterrupted productivity and entertainment. An optional satcom phone is also available.
Featuring a refreshment center upfront, the aircraft allows for in-flight dining, which can be replaced by a side-facing seat to maximize passenger capacity. The four front seats are arranged in a club configuration with access to an executive table. Cessna asserts that when all these factors are combined, the Citation CJ3+ provides a peaceful and productive environment, offering the ultimate cabin for light-jet travel.
Cessna Citation CJ3+ Purchase Price
The list price for the CJ3+ is just over $8 million.
Pre-owned examples typically cost between $5.5 million and $7 million.
Typically approximately 3% of in service aircraft are for sale on the pre-owned market.
Cessna Citation CJ3+ Performance
Powered by two rear-mounted Williams Intl. FJ44-3A engines, each capable of producing 2,820 lbs of thrust, the CJ3+ is consequently capable of cruising at 416 knots at a maximum altitude of 45,000 feet. When configured for optimal range, the CJ3+ can fly without refueling for up to 2,040 nautical miles (2,347 miles / 3,778 km). Furthermore, the Cessna Citation CJ3+ can take off in just 3,180 feet and land with a minimum runway distance of 2,720 feet. Cessna has built the CJ3+ with a Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) of 13,870 feet.
|Range: 2,040 nm
|Number of Passengers: 9
|Baggage Capacity: 65 Cubic Feet
|Cruise Speed: 416 knots
|Cabin Pressure: 8.9 PSI
|Max Take-Off Weight: 13,870 lbs
|Ceiling: 45,000 feet
|Cabin Altitude: 8,000 feet
|Max Landing Weight: 12,750 lbs
|Take-Off Distance: 3,180 feet
|Production Start: 2014
|Landing Distance: 2,720 feet
|Production End: Present
|Exterior Length: 51.1 feet
|Engine Manufacturer: Williams International
|Exterior Height: 15.2 feet
|Engine Model: FJ44-3A
|Wingspan: 53.3 feet
|Fuel Burn: 150 Gallons per Hour
|Interior Length: 15.7 feet
|Interior Width: 4.8 feet
|Interior Height: 4.8 feet
|Interior/Exterior Ratio: 31%
Cessna Citation CJ3+ Charter Cost
The Cessna Citation CJ3+ is estimated to have an hourly charter price of $2,750. Prices may naturally vary based on factors such as availability, fuel prices, ground fees, and other considerations.
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FAQs about the Cessna Citation CJ3
- What is the Cessna Citation CJ3?
The Cessna Citation CJ3 is a light business jet produced by Cessna Aircraft Company, now a part of Textron Aviation. It is part of the Citation CJ series, known for its efficiency, reliability, and performance.
- What are the key features of the Citation CJ3?
The Citation CJ3 features a spacious cabin with seating for up to nine passengers. It is equipped with advanced avionics, including the Collins Pro Line 21 integrated avionics suite. The aircraft is powered by two Williams FJ44 engines, providing excellent performance and fuel efficiency.
- What is the range of the Citation CJ3?
The Citation CJ3 has a maximum range of approximately 1,875 nautical miles (3,472 kilometers) with four passengers and full fuel. This range allows for non-stop flights between many major cities in the United States.
How does the Citation CJ3 compare to other aircraft in its class?
- The Citation CJ3 is known for its impressive performance, especially in terms of speed, range, and fuel efficiency. It competes with other light business jets such as the Embraer Phenom 300 and the Bombardier Learjet 45.
- What is the price of a new Citation CJ3?
The price of a new Citation CJ3 varies depending on the configuration and optional features chosen. As of [insert year], the list price for a new Citation CJ3 is approximately [insert price], but actual prices may vary.
- Is the Citation CJ3 suitable for charter or private ownership?
Yes, the Citation CJ3 is popular for both private ownership and charter operations. Its combination of performance, comfort, and operating economics makes it a popular choice among business jet users.
- What is the seating capacity of the Citation CJ3?
The Citation CJ3 can accommodate up to nine passengers in its spacious cabin. The cabin features a club seating arrangement and a refreshment center for passenger comfort.
- What maintenance requirements does the Citation CJ3 have?
Like all aircraft, the Citation CJ3 requires regular maintenance to ensure safety and performance. Maintenance requirements include routine inspections, engine servicing, and avionics checks, among others.
- Does the Citation CJ3 have a lavatory onboard?
Yes, the Citation CJ3 is equipped with a private lavatory for passenger convenience. The lavatory is located at the rear of the cabin and features a flushing toilet and sink.
- Can the Citation CJ3 operate out of small airports?
Yes, one of the advantages of the Citation CJ3 is its ability to operate out of smaller airports with shorter runways. This capability increases the number of airports that the aircraft can access, providing greater flexibility for passengers.
Tips for Owning or Chartering a Cessna Citation CJ3
- Maintenance Planning: Develop a detailed maintenance plan to ensure your Citation CJ3 remains in top condition. Regular inspections and servicing are crucial for safety and performance.
- Operational Efficiency: Utilize the CJ3’s range and fuel efficiency by planning efficient flight routes and minimizing unnecessary weight on board.
- Safety First: Prioritize safety by staying current with all training requirements and ensuring your crew is well-trained in emergency procedures.
- Chartering Considerations: If chartering, choose a reputable operator with a well-maintained fleet and experienced pilots to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Cabin Comfort: Enhance passenger comfort by personalizing the cabin amenities and ensuring all systems are functioning properly.
- Technology Utilization: Take advantage of the advanced avionics and navigation systems to enhance flight planning and situational awareness.
- Community Engagement: Engage with other Citation CJ3 owners and operators to share tips, experiences, and best practices for ownership or chartering.
- Environmental Responsibility: Consider sustainable practices such as carbon offset programs to minimize the environmental impact of your flights.
- Insurance Coverage: Ensure your aircraft is adequately insured to protect against any unforeseen events or liabilities.
- Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest developments in aviation technology and regulations to maintain a safe and efficient operation.


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Although welding has been around since the 1800’s and is an effective way to bond materials together, rivets have several advantages in the aircraft industry such as the ease of inspection, maintenance, and repeatability. The typical thickness of aircraft skin also makes it less appropriate for welds.
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It supports Wi-Fi, so you can track the camera activities when the drone is flying. With a flight time of around 18 minutes and the ability to traverse 800 meters, this should be exciting. Again, we must mention its impressive battery, which is 5400mAh, something you get to see on the premium models only. It goes without saying, Upair One should be in your wish list, or should we say a must-buy.
- Altair Aerial AA300
Altair Aerial is gradually becoming a familiar name for manufacturing affordable drones with exceptional features. This model, AA300, can be the right learning curve for the novices. There are various modes like headless mode, altitude hold, and one-touch take off that will do a world of good to enhance your flying skills.
The drone comes with a 1080p camera that takes good-quality images. It also features the option of Live-action video in a first-person view. The flight range is less around 100-150 meters, while the flight time is about 15 minutes. Visibly, the model is very appealing too.
- Element Digital MJX Bugs 5W GPS Drone
Here is another manufacturer that is in the news for dishing out good quality drones at an affordable price. You will appreciate its stability that guarantees a smooth flying experience. It can return to its base when the battery is low or when it detects a weak signal. The drone is very robust and is resistant to breakage.
You can fly it for 15-18 minutes within a range of 300 meters. The inbuilt 1080p camera efficiently captures videos and images. Additionally, it can also transmit live video to the console of the pilot as it supports Wi-Fi. It also supports various modes, headless, altitude hold, and one-key return via GPS. The inclusion of LED lights makes it convenient to fly during night time. It comes with three batteries for increasing your flight time.


We own multiple airlines and you are open to fly routes for any and all of them. Make your own schedules based on the aircraft / routes available. These airplanes are broken down by the airlines they are assigned to. If you have any special requests to work out your own round - robins feel free to submit the routes and aircraft. Look in the Virtual Airline Fleets for aircraft location. That is where you can meet up with your aircraft and book your flight. Once you become a member you will get the aircraft to install for free. Happy Flying, Squawk VFR Good Day!!!!


The DJI Spark is DJI’s most affordable drone, costing around £500, it’s also the smallest and lightest drone they have ever made. This not a review, but more of me sharing my experience of using the Spark itself – as this is the first drone I’ve used.
The DJI Spark is small and portable – weighing in at 300g, with a plastic outer shell to keep it light and protected. The drone body itself has a footprint no larger than a smartphone but the propellers are fixed into place and cannot be folded in unlike the Mavic Air – which ends up being smaller than the Spark when the propellers are folded in.
The Spark is also fitted with a bunch of obstacle avoidance tech to help you keep your drone in the air safely. On the front of the drone you can find the 3D Sensing System which uses infrared to scan and avoid obstacles in front of the drone, there’s also a Vision System on the bottom of the DJI Spark which helps the drone keep its position and also allows it to hover indoors or where you can’t catch a GPS signal.
You’ll also find the battery on the bottom, which will let you fly for around 15 minutes but the battery is removable and also has built-in indicator LEDs so you can see how charged the battery is and also some rubber feet on the bottom to stop the drone sliding around when it’s on a surface. On the front is the camera, but I’ll be talking about the camera later.
Flying the drone is pretty simple once you’re used to the controls, I flew it with the controller most of the time but you don’t need to have the controller to start flying (although I’d recommend that you pick one up).
The drone has a couple of modes, a normal mode and sports mode. I flew in normal mode most of the time but I did try out sports mode a few times too, and it flies pretty fast with a top speed of 31mph. The drone also held up pretty well in windy conditions which I was quite surprised by, but if it is windy I’d make sure that you’re flying in an open area.
Range is also something to be considered, and this is where the controller really comes to play, I found that I could fly the drone around 600ft (just under 200 metres) before losing signal but obviously, that can vary depending on the environment that you’re flying in. If you do lose signal like I did once, the drone will automatically use the Return to Home function and start flying back to where you took off from – so you can then pick up the signal again.
The DJI Spark also has a few tracking modes which can track an object, but one of the more interesting things was gesture control, all you have to do is hold the drone in the palm of your hand and then press the power button twice once you’ve turned it on. It’ll take off and then you can use your hand to move the drone – it’s quite cool to play around with but I had to move my hand slowly or the drone would lose track of where my hand was.
The DJI GO app is the main control hub for the drone, it allows you to configure settings for both the drone itself and the controller. But most importantly, it allows you to see the camera feed from the drone in real time, which I think is essential. The app is fairly simple to use and the interface isn’t cluttered considering the amount of information that is presented at once.
The app also allows you to copy media from the drone and you can edit videos inside the app and share them with the DJI community. The app also keeps a full flight log of where your drone flew so you can take a look at the routes that you have flown.
Personally, I think the best way to fly the DJI Spark is with the controller as it gives you a simple and well-designed way to control the drone and also the camera.
The controller features two joysticks, one for moving the drone upwards, downwards and rotating and the other left, right, forwards and backwards. On the front of the controller, you also have easy access to the Return to Home button, emergency brake and custom function button. There’s also the switch that lets you change into sports mode if you want to pick up speed.
The back of the controller is for essentially controlling the camera, there are buttons for changing between photo and video mode and also tilt controls.
That’s about it for the controller, there’s also a place to put your phone so you can get a live feed of the camera, and also a micro USB port if you don’t want to connect to the controller over Wi-Fi.
Now, the camera – probably one if the important things for a drone so you can get some nice photos for Instagram or your drone flight montage on YouTube. The camera on the DJI Spark carries a 12-megapixel sensor that shoots up to 1080p video at 30fps with a bitrate of 24mbps. The bitrate is quite important because it means that each frame the footage will be sharp without pixelation or distortion.
The camera quality overall is impressive for how small this drone is, I found that footage looked best on days where there was a blue sky with a few clouds in the sky as when it was overcast the camera struggled to handle the dynamic range – but otherwise I’m very happy with it. The camera captures plenty of detail for both photo and video, and with a little editing of the photos, you can make them look really great.
If you’re looking for a drone on the market and don’t have an enormous amount to spend, because let’s be honest – they can get quite expensive, I think the DJI Spark is a great option – especially as a first drone. It’s small and portable and still gives you great results.


Blessed Are The Unfazed
He was on board a plane when turbulence hit. It wasn’t the more common moments of instability that last a few minutes. The aircraft bopped around for too long; long enough for passengers to get jittery. Soon enough, the forced calm, frantic gazes and whispered prayers mutated progressed to stifled shrieks and vocal prayers to higher powers. It was a local flight, which made things worse. No matter how often one flew and arrived safely, they still boarded flights with some measure of trepidation. For many, the heart-shattering images from the ruins of aircraft crashes remain etched in their memory.


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An ultralight flight by a man known as Father Goose will help marry two crusades to save farmland.
Durham Region resident Bill Lishman, the first person to fly information with birds and the focal point of the 1996 movie Fly Away Home, plans to fly his ultralight plane from Pickering to Melancthon for the Food and Water First celebration on Saturday, Aug. 18.
“Quarries and gravel pits and airports trump farmland,” Lishman said. “It should be that farmland is the most valuable.”
While Lishman is known for his aviation efforts, he is also a member of Landhttp://www.orangeville.com/news-story/4020445-farmland-crusades-unite-in-celebration/
Against OVER Landings, a Pickering group dedicated to saving farmland from construction of an airport.
And here is Land Over Landings website if you are interested:


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Effective 0001 6 September, Florida Wing will resume normal operations. All unit meeting can resume effective this date. Tonight we concluded our last IMT/Command Synchronization Call and the Florida Command Incident Management Team stood down. A new Incident Management Team is standing up effective 0800 / 6 September to start planning on upcoming mission response. We are awaiting further details over the next 24 hours. All groups have been tasked to provide a point of contact to the IMT for potential resources for the upcoming mission. Additionally, a number of aircraft and vehicles will be assigned to support this upcoming mission.
As we relocate assets and prepare for a new mission, please continue to employ risk management to mitigate effects from traffic, road conditions, weather, etc throughout your travels to ensure a safe arrival
The Wing will continue to publish updates via the Florida Wing Webpage / www.flwg.us, Florida Wing CAP Facebook Page / https://www.facebook.com/flwgcap/, Florida Wing CAP Twitter @Floridawing and our CAP radio networks.
Thank you for your support throughout our preparations for Hurricane Dorian.
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On May 6th, 1981, Advanced Range Instrumentation Aircraft (ARIA), tail number 328, call sign AGAR 23, took off from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, near Dayton, Ohio. Along with the usual crewmembers, two of the flight crew’s wives had joined their husbands on this training mission. The Air Force had just introduced a program to allow spouses to see firsthand the contributions their husbands and wives made to the military.
About an hour into the flight, AGAR 23 suffered a catastrophic failure and crashed near Walkersville, Maryland. All those aboard were lost.
In the spring of 2017, former members of the 4950th Test Wing, AGAR 23’s home unit, met and decided to construct a marker to honor these men and women. They were soon joined by family members of those lost on the flight and many others who shared their vision.
In May of 2017, the City of Walkersville unanimously approved the construction of a Marker at the Heritage Farm Park.
A simple design is planned, modeled after and mirroring a similar tribute erected outside Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.
The memorial will feature a 10-by-10-foot concrete slab, a granite pedestal, and a bronze plaque listing the names of the 21 victims: 18 crew members from the Ohio base, two of their wives and a civilian electronics contractor.


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Based at Jandakot Airport, Fighter Combat International is a unique aviation company specialising in ex-military aircraft.
Ever wanted to experience aerial combat Top Gun style? Fighter Combat International allows you to do just that under the guidance and control of highly skilled pilots flying ex-military airplanes. This innovative company, headed up by Drew Searle and Darius Pavri, offers passengers the ultimate sensory overload – think high speed, G-forces and the three-dimensional world of aerobatics.
And if you’re not seeking the ultimate Top Gun-style thrills of air-to-air dogfighting, Drew and Darius also offer more relaxing scenic flights across the coastline. You can experience these amazing flights on your own but the company also customises packages for corporate and group bookings of up to 20 daredevils.
So, what’s involved? A typical flight profile begins with the arrival of passengers at Jandakot Hangar. Here, you’ll change into a flight suit and be issued with headset. Then it’s off for a briefing, a formation flight brief and an explanation of the flying mission. After that, it’s down to business. You’ll be strapped into an aircraft, shown close-formation flying, individual aerobatics and then the simulated 30-minute dogfight mission before returning to the base for a debrief and photos. It’s bound to be an experience you won’t soon forget.
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The museum was first established in 1993 as the Aircraft Preservation and Storage Unit at SLAF Ratmalana and was reopened on 5 November 2009 after refurbishment. If you are coming via Ryan Road east, you will be driving right up to our parking lot, and there is lots of signage to help guide you. The Air Force Museum Foundation, Inc., raises funds and awareness in support of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The Royal Australian Air Force Museum is located at RAAF Base Point Cook, near Melbourne. Buy Your Tickets for the Museum. The museum will be open until 8 p.m. the first Thursday of each month between August-December 2020. Learn More. This content has been supplied by Royal Air Force Museum London Opening Times November to February: 10am to 5pm - last admission 4.30pm March to October: 10am to 6pm - last admission 5.30pm Closed 24 to 26 Dec 2019 and 1 January 2020. You can opt out at any time. The 8th Air Force Control Tower and Nissen Hut, located in the Air Park, are closed until further notice. The Air Force Museum Foundation, Inc. is a Section 501 (c)(3) private, nonprofit organization. Photo Gallery. In order to gain entry to the museum, which is located within Malmstrom Air Force Base perimeter: The first section contains a photographic history of the Air Force from the early days in Risalpur (now in Pakistan) to the latest group photographs of the top echelons. Learn More. It is not part of the Department of Defense or any of its components, and it has no government status. This unique educational experience features a full-size Boeing 747 aircraft designed to inspire young and old alike. Pakistan Air Force Museum. Learn More. A Saga of Courage. Chronicles the history of the 8th Air Force during World War II and after. Commemorative Air Force Airbase Arizona Museum Location: 2017 N. 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The Vzlusat-2 cubesat containing, among other things, two detectors developed and finalised at Faculty of Nuclear Sciences and Physical Engineering (FNSPE), or the Centre for Applied Physics and Advanced Detection Systems at FNSPE (CAPADS), has been in Earth orbit for more than a year. The CAPADS detectors are also on the Socrat-R satellite, which was launched into orbit in July 2019. The CAAS project also participated in the development of the detectors.
“Operation under realistic conditions is an important test of the new generation of charged particle detectors based on the Spacepix2 chip developed at our Jaderka site. It is a demonstration of the functionality of monolithic silicon detectors, which have so far only been used in particle physics,” explains Michal Marčišovský, who heads the CAPADS facility and who works at the Department of Physics at FNSPE.
The Vzlusat-2 satellite was delivered into orbit by Space X’s Falcon 9 rocket on Thursday 13 January 2022. It is a technology satellite used for testing space technologies developed in the Czech Republic, including the 2SD detector. The detector consists of readout electronics, power supplies and a microcontroller that controls two detection systems: the SpacePix Radiation Monitor (SXRM) and the Soft X-ray Monitor (SXM). The device is a collaboration between FNSPE and esc Aerospace. The development of the new generation of detection chips was also supported by the Centre for Advanced Applied Science (CAAS) project.
“Our detectors have an advantage over others already in orbit in that, in addition to the standard detection of the flow of charged particles, they can also determine the direction from which the particles are coming and the energy of each particle. These detectors are also radiation-hardened, which means they can be deployed in missions far beyond low Earth orbit,” explains Michl Marčišovský. His team is working on new detectors that it also wants to send into orbit.
The Vzlusat-2 mission also has its own website with more information.
Raw data from the SXRM (first two images) and XRT (next two images) detectors show electrons and protons passing through the detector fields.


Homer is going to space… again! Build your little space station in Springfield and launch your rocket in space! Find the complete walkthrough of the questline for the Deep Space Homer event right after the jump.
The questline requires Level 20 to unlock, after Town Hall is placed and Quimby is unlocked, the quest starts automatically.
Mars Won Pt. 1
Brockman: Science. What is it? And why is it out to kill us? We have Professor Frink with the frightening details.
Professor Frink: Yes Kent, an asteroid appears to be on track to hit Springfield in approximately 42,000 years.
Professor Frink: However there is nothing to worry about. By my calculations, human life will have been extinct for 41,999 years by then.
Brockman: So, would you say this is the doing of our Martian Insect Overlords?
Professor Frink: Well, it’s extremely unlikely any intelligent alien life originated on Mars.
Brockman: There you have it folks! Aliens have conquered Mars, and are now attacking Earth with asteroids.
Quimby: Not on my watch! Quick, someone build a rocket launch pad and hang a ‘Mission Accomplished’ banner on it.
Brockman: The launch pad is built, but will our town be saved? But first, this just in… my mouth: a bite of Springfield’s first pizza baked exclusively by cats!
Mars Won Pt. 2
Comic Book Guy starts
Comic Book Guy: If a slew of similar sci-fi movies has taught us anything, it’s that the best way to deal with asteroids is atomic bombs!
Mr. Burns: Atomic bombs, eh? I’d be glad to sell you one from my stockpile… in exchange for not being arrested for having a stockpile of atomic bombs.
Quimby: Do you have a problem if the bomb is purchased with funds earmarked for orphans?
Mr. Burns: I prefer it!
Homer: Umm, Mr. Burns. I’m afraid I lost the key to the atomic bomb storage slash seasonal firework emporium, but I’m sure it’s around here somewhere.
Task: Make Homer Look for Keys
Professor Frink: You know, NARA is now accepting astronaut auditions if any of you gentlemen are interested.
Barney: I used to be an astronaut, but I gave it up to pursue my dream job — being a drunk.
Professor Frink: If you want to become an astronaut again, I could help. I am a trained member of the National Astronomics and Radiation Association or NARA. I could be your sports professor.
Barney: Do you mean coach?
Professor Frink: Yes! That’s what it’s called. How about one last drink before training to celebrate?
Barney: Sure! Moe, I’d like a keg to stay please.
System Message: Check out the store for Astronaut Barney and other space themed decorations.
Mars Won Pt. 3
Homer: What brave soul is going to detonate the bomb by riding on it like a cowboy?
Professor Frink: You do realize that you don’t need to ride a bomb like a cowboy to make it go off, don’t you?
Homer: Well NOW I do.
Professor Frink: All we really need is an unmanned missile to hit the asteroid and destroy it.
Homer: I’ll build it! I have been looking for a new hobby.
Professor Frink: Really? Because you said you were all booked up when I asked you to join my “Can you build a robot that feels?” team.
Professor Frink: We got eighth place. The robot took it really hard.
Task: Make Homer Build an Atomic Missile
Location: Rocket Launch Pad
Bart: Some sort of rod shaped object was blown into space.
Professor Frink: My spectral analysis of the object reveals that the rod was both carbon and inanimate!
Comic Book Guy: Not the Inanimate Carbon Rod! He’s a hero!
Rod: I was named after him.
Todd: I learned about how he and Jesus walked on the moon in science class.
Professor Frink: I was able to connect to the Hoyvin Glaven satellite and saw the rod peacefully convince the asteroid to move out of the way of Springfield.
Agnes: If I was twenty years younger and it was legal to marry inanimate objects, I’d marry that rod.
Moe: How’s a Moe like this supposed to compete with a rod like that? Might as well give up and let myself go.
Moe: Annnnd… done.
Quimby: In honor of the rod, I proudly announce that without any proper procedure or legislative oversight, Springfield will start a space program led by Professor Frink!
Professor Frink: I’ll be following the NARA certification process to a ‘T’, which is NARA’s third most regulated letter.
System Message: Get official NARA approval for your space program by earning NARA certification stars.
At this point, the main quest starts, to gather the NARA certification stars and build the rocket! You can find all the jobs that all characters can do in this post.
Cheap Space Homer Pt. 1
Quimby: With our new space program, think of all the hot alien women we can grope inappropriately.
Quimby: Er, I mean all the fascinating scientific discoveries we can grope inappropriately.
Lisa: While the universe is very large, Mayor Quimby, we have yet to discover alien life.
Ned: There’s the Sky Finger. Our intelli-didily-gent designer.
Professor Frink: Mayor Quimby, out of respect to science, can we please stop holding meetings with random people in the room?
Quimby: Sorry but I welcome all constituents who want to observe our government’s dignity and professionalism in action. Now let’s cut some space checks!
Lisa: At the very least, this space program might help kids see that learning is fun!
Professor Frink: I hope so. Then again, I said the same about my Henry David Tho-robot.
Lisa: Didn’t that robot go crazy and try to stab someone?
Professor Frink: No! It was PROGRAMMED to go crazy and try to stab someone. Big difference.
Cheap Space Homer Pt. 2
Quimby: This space program needs an astronaut! Someone both capable of earning NARA certification stars and relatable to the common man.
Homer: Look. I know you’re hinting at me coming out of astronaut retirement but I gave all that up when I learned I could get astronaut ice cream on Earth.
Lisa: You were an astronaut?
Homer: You don’t remember? I trained, went into space, survived an emergency landing? I also held up the Inanimate Carbon Rod at the parade.
Quimby: You were the Inanimate Carbon Rod holder? Why didn’t you say so?
Homer: No one remembers? That does it — I’m entering the NARA certification program.
Professor Frink: Great! All you need to do is sign your name.
Homer: Too much work. I quit.
Marge: Sometimes I just don’t get the point of having a space program.
Marge: I mean sure, it brought us Tang. But then I tried it and regular orange juice is better.
Luann: Hey, they started a new exercise program at the astronaut training facility! It’s called Narobics.
Miss Hoover: It’s supposed to get you down to your weight on Mars!
Marge: Ooh, thank you space program!
System Message: Marge, Luann, and Miss Hoover can Do Narobics to earn additional NARA stars.
Task: Make Marge Do Narobics
If the user has Miss Hoover: Task: Make Miss Hoover Do Narobics
If the user has Luann: Task: Make Luann Do Narobics
Location: Rocket Launch Plad, Shuttle Hangar or Space Training Center
Cheap Space Homer Pt. 3
Deep Space Homer: How come we have to do all this work to get launched into space when rocks get catapulted right away.
Herman: Psst. Homer. I think I might have an easier way to earn your NARA stars.
Deep Space Homer: If it’s steroids, I’m not interested. My testicles are finally at a size I like.
Herman: There’s another way. Why earn stars when you can make stars?
Deep Space Homer: So… you’re a wizard?
Herman: Give me money and I’ll give you fake NARA stars. I don’t know how to break it down more than that.
System Message: Collect counterfeit stars at the Space Training Center every 3 hours.
Marge: Homer, I’m worried that all this training to become an astronaut is too much for you.
Marge: Plus you seem to be going through our aluminum foil budget a lot quicker than I planned for.
Deep Space Homer: Don’t worry Marge, we’re almost finished! All we need is to somehow get our hands on a space shuttle.
Marge: There isn’t even a space shuttle?
Deep Space Homer: Mayor Quimby bought a hangar without realizing the shuttle inside isn’t included. First rule of space: always read the fine print. Second rule of space: don’t try to breathe.
Cheap Space Homer Pt. 4
Professor Frink: I could build us a state of the art space shuttle in no time. At least next to no time if you rushed it with few donuts.
Quimby: Great! How much is that gonna cost — two yoga mats and a sprig of mistletoe?
Professor Frink: 50 billion dollars. But it’s worth every penny… right down to its novelty smashed penny machine.
Quimby: How about instead I buy this vintage USSR shuttle from 1963?
Quimby: It doesn’t have NARA certification, but it does have Kremlin’s Seal of Not Having Killed Too Many Dogs.
Quimby: I just need to take out a totally legit business loan.
Fat Tony: Aw yes! I am here from a legitimate business to provide a legitimate business loan.
Fat Tony: Just don’t get behind on payments or I’ll legitimately break your legs. Capisce?
The Space Bar
Milhouse: Come on guys, let’s check out the space ships!
Deep Space Homer: Hey, you kids can’t go in there! You need a badge or license or for me not to see you.
Martin: But we’re setting up a club. It’s called the Space Bar!
Database: It’s a space-themed Internet cafe where we study the–
Deep Space Homer: It’s cool. You had me at space or bar.
System Message: Milhouse, Martin, and Database can Hang Out at the Hangar to earn additional NARA stars.
Task: Make Martin Hang Out at the Hangar
Task: Make Milhouse Hang Out at the Hangar
If the user has Database: Task: Make Database Hang Out at the Hangar
Location: Shuttle Hangar
Cheap Space Homer Pt. 5
Lisa: Dad, I thought Mom talked you out of this! Do you know how dangerous it is to fly a spaceship?
Deep Space Homer: Of course I do, honey. Daddy was an astronaut, remember?
Lisa: No one in the town does, remember?
Lisa: But if you’re going to do this, at least let me teach you the basic science skills you need to survive.
Deep Space Homer: I keep hearing that from coworkers at the nuclear plant. I don’t need to come home and hear it from my family, too!
Deep Space Homer: I suppose I could practice collecting ant samples like I will on Mars. Although I hear ants on Mars are ten feet tall and wear top hats.
Lisa: Alright, lesson one: learning to tell the difference between science and fever dreams.
Deep Space Homer: Woohoo! I always knew I had it in me.
Professor Frink: If by “it” you mean disturbingly soft bones and a heart composed of 40% soft cheeses, then yes.
Professor Frink: I can’t help but feel I’ll be to blame if things go horribly-
Deep Space Homer: Right? You were going to say if things go horribly right?
Professor Frink: Just remember, when you die — I mean if — no I definitely mean when — you’ll die a hero!
System Message: You’ve unlocked Deep Space Homer’s “Walk Like a Hero” animated job!
Cheap Space Homer Pt. 6
Deep Space Homer: Weather clear, potato chips opened, bladder empty, neck pillow fluffed, talking aloud commenced.
Deep Space Homer: Oops, almost forgot – tray table up!
Deep Space Homer: Now to just hit the launch button… Where’s the launch button?
Professor Frink: Hold up just a moment there! A shuttle lacks the necessary propulsion to take it into orbit without rockets!
Professor Frink: Plus it should be on the launch pad.
Deep Space Homer: Don’t use your high brow science speak to confuse me Frink! I know what I’m doing… at least as far as space-toilets go.
Marge: Don’t worry about what he says Homer, we’ll help you put it all together. How hard can it be?
Lisa: It’s not like it’s rocket science or anything.
Lisa: Voila! I formulated the rocket fuel in the basement with a D.I.Y. video on Viewtube!
Lisa: Plus learned some interesting life hacks and read some very hateful comments.
Professor Frink: Lisa, I could not do this without your brilliant mind, nor your mother’s equally brilliant rice crispy treats.
Deep Space Homer: Hey! I deserve some of the credit. I’m the one who snuck in the plutonium for an extra big bang.
Professor Frink: By Glaven’s ghost! Plutonium? That could destroy us all! Although I suppose it all won’t matter soon…
Lisa: What do you mean?
Professor Frink: Oh, it’s still research in progress. But I’ll share my findings with you at the Springfield Observatory’s slam poetry event and intellectual salon.
System Message: Gather Lisa and other intellectual elite at the Springfield Observatory for more information on the hypothetical end of times and to hear some slam poetry.
System Message: Your Rocket Launch Pad has been upgraded!
Cheap Space Homer Pt. 7
Quimby: Good news, Homer! The Inanimate Carbon Rod re-entered the atmosphere and has been recovered!
Quimby: So you’re off the hook. The rod can take over the mission and you can go back to being… what were you before? A bum?
Deep Space Homer: Mark my words. No rod – inanimate carbon, Serling or Stewart – will steal my thunder. I trained for this mission, and I will carry it out!
Deep Space Homer: Now is the rocket ship automatic or stick? Because I can’t drive a stick.
Professor Frink: I’m starting to regret not paying more attention during the training process.
Task: Make Homer Launch the Space Ship
Location: Rocket Launch Pad
Cheap Space Homer Pt. 8
Deep Space Homer: Sorry, I didn’t realize the parking brake was still on. And that Houston was not our destination.
Professor Frink: Homer, you might be the worst astronaut in world history.
Deep Space Homer: Even worse than the chimpanzees?
Professor Frink: Even worse than that Collins guy!
Astronaut Barney: The least you could do is put out the fires you caused! Some of us sober astronauts are serious about getting into space!
Deep Space Homer: Fine. I’ll put out the literal fires but I refuse to try to fix any of the emotional ones.
Task: Make Homer Put Out Rocket Fuel Fires
Location: Rocket Launch Pad
Quimby: Homer, you really saved the day!
Professor Frink: Saved the day? He crushed our dreams, ruined our space program, and called me a nerd on several occasions!
Quimby: But Homer’s incompetence gave the Inanimate Carbon Rod the opportunity to pry open the water valve and douse those fires.
Professor Frink: That rod deserves another ticker tape parade! And I deserve another bribe from the ticker tape lobby.
This concludes the main questline and the event. Next is the launch of the rocket!
Quimby: Hey, this update isn’t over. We have to try again.
Deep Space Homer: The controls are a little burned, but I think I can handle it.
Professor Frink: By my calculations, an unmanned flight will yield a higher success rate than having that man at the helm.
Quimby: So it’s settled, tap the switch on the spaceship to launch when ready.
Task: Make the Rocket Blast Off
Deep Space Homer: Why is there so much weird stuff floating around in outer space?
Kang: It’s from our civilization!
Deep Space Homer: Ooh! So these are priceless alien relics?
Kodos: No, useless alien trash.
System Message: When the Rocket is ready, tap it to launch again. There is a 1 in 4 chance for success.
System Message: Maybe you’ll get something better than garbage!
Every time the rocket launches and not fail, you’ll have a chance to win 1 of the following prizes:
- 4 random debris
- Kang Topiary
- Kodos Topiary
- Hail Ants Sign
- Mini Nuclear Warhead
The odds are determined by a random number generated by the Random Number Generator:
|Random Generated Number||Reward|
|0||Mini Nuclear Warhead|
|7-40||Hail Ants Sign|
If you fail to launch the rocket you’ll get this message and have to wait 12 hours to earn another chance.
There’re also 3 easter eggs, like other mini-events in the last year. If you get them all, you’ll earn 5 donuts! They’re secret and don’t appear in the task bar.
Easter Egg 1
Task: Make Lisa Gather Space Food
Location: Simpson House
Lisa: If Springfield is ever going into space, they’ll need some hydratable omninutrional amalgamate to eat!
Homer: How much candy is in that, sweetie?
Lisa: None! It’s dried soy mixed with green beets and synthetic B vitamins.
Homer: Maybe I’ll pack my own space lunch.
Easter Egg 2
Task: Make Marge Gather Space Food
Location: Simpson House
Marge: I found that ultra-high proof space alcohol, just like you asked, Professor Frink.
Homer: Space martinis! I knew there was a reason I put olives in my pockets. Frink, you’ve thought of everything.
Professor Frink: That alcohol is to replace the engine coolant, not to drink!
Homer: What happened to the original engine coolant?
Professor Frink: You drank it.
Easter Egg 3
Task: Make Bart Gather Space Food
Location: Simpson House
Bart: You know, it’s a lot easier to just buy regular food and write “Space” on the front of it.
Bart: Eggs – too fragile for space. But write space on top and they’re good to go.
All Easter Eggs Collected
Homer: Mm, that space food was awful tasty. Is there any left?
Professor Frink: Homer! That dehydrated food was enough to supply a space mission for 62 months!
Professor Frink: Whatever you do, don’t drink any water. It will rehydrate the food causing your insides to explode.
Homer: Never drink water again – check.
Homer: Now for some freeze-dried dessert.
System Message: You’ve received 5 donuts!
This is all for now, join us later for more info on this event, happy tapping!


"I'll tell you one thing. I really like these JetBlue flight attendants." "Oh yeah? Better than the ones on Southwest?"
"Hey, having a thing for flight attendants is a pretty typical male fantasy. I mean, they're usually pretty attractive, and always at your service..."


We all have seen the presentation from the United States and the new uniform of the Space Force. And I WISH there were trees in space, because I would love to have one, but the reality is a bit different.
This sparked my imagination and I started designing a whole new logo for the Space Force and with a custom camouflage because the Space Force is a custom camouflage due.
The logo is inspired by the American flag and the exploration towards Mars. The 51st star in the middle stands for the potential colony on mars or the moon and the colors come directly from the American flag except for the yellow, which stand for the glorious and golden future of space exploration.
The camouflage consists of futuristic hexagons in a scale of gray colors.
Please enjoy the design and the mockup, if you have any questions or comments, don’t be shy!


The days are almost over when drones were solely utilized for military purpose, now they’ll soon be dishing out Internet access across the globe. At the Social Good Summit organized in New York on Monday, Yael Maguire, the Engineering Director at Facebook Connectivity Lab has further provided a quick rundown on the firm’s vision for Internet carrying drones; plan commences in 2015.
Mark Zuckerberg teamed-up with Internet.org to launch Facebook Connectivity Lab in March this year. The objective is to utilize solar-powered drones (UAVs) to dish out Internet to those parts of the globe which don’t have Internet. To make the concept a reality, the team needs solar powered UAVs that have the ability of flying for long spans of time at high altitudes. Facebook was trying to take over Titan Aerospace but was beaten by Google to own the company and finally acquired Ascenta – a UK based company working with solar powered UAVs.
Maguire says, ‘To make these planes to fly — pilotless planes that have to fly for months, or maybe years at a time — we literally have to fly above the weather, above all airspace. Specifically between 60,000 and 90,000 feet. Commonly, planes don’t fly there, and definitely not drones.’
Lots of companies — especially tech giants — are warming up for this venture that aims at dishing out Internet to the world. The top ones in this space are Facebook and Google and then there’s Quarkson as well. Maguire feels that following tests in 2015, the concept of Facebook’s Internet will turn into a reality in 3-5 years.


The Juno mission will explore Jupiter, seeking to unlock secrets about its origin as well as the origin
of the entire solar system.
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Juno spacecraft position and status info for as of November 5, 2014.
As of September 8, 2014, Juno is approximately 416 million miles (670 million kilometers) from Earth. The one-way radio signal travel time between Earth and Juno is currently about 37 minutes. Juno has now travelled 1.42 billion miles (2.3 billion kilometers, or 15.28 AU) since launch.


Today, it is difficult to surprise modern people who were born and live in the conditions of technological progress. But, it is worth making the first flight on the Lviv ball, which will be remembered for a lifetime!
While living in the "capital of the west", you should definitely book a hot air balloon flight and see the incredible beauty of the landscape, which is inaccessible to ordinary pedestrians. Traveling by balloon will help to get emotions that are not really felt on earth.
Climb the balloon in Lviv
The structure of the sphere has hardly changed in two hundred years of its existence. It still consists of a basket, shell and burner. However, the materials used to make bullets and gondolas have changed, now they are strong and heat-resistant, and an experienced pilot controls the flight and keeps in touch with the ground with the help of modern technology. That is why today hot air ballooning in Lviv is the safest way of active recreation.
Ballooning can be done in groups, alone or in pairs.
After landing, for those who made their first flight, waiting for:
dedication in the aeronautics;
The journey over Lviv takes place in colorful and picturesque corners of the region. The direction and speed of the wind create a route, and the journey itself takes about an hour. For travel it is better to choose sportswear and footwear.
During the balloon flight you will learn:
about the history of aeronautics;
study the flight business;
get a lot of emotions from walking.
Flying in a hot air balloon is a childhood dream! What could be more interesting than to imagine yourself as a fairy tale hero, magician, or one of the characters of Jules Verne - to realize a childhood dream - flying in a hot air balloon is very simple. Today, such a service is offered by many companies that organize air travel in Lviv, but "Touch the sky" is one of the best. With us you will ascend to the sky and will slowly swim under the clouds, admire Lviv, enjoy the silence and freedom. All it takes is a desire and a little free time.
The shell of the balloon is filled with heated air, it has a lower density than cold and, thanks to this, the balloon rises. It is based on Archimedes' law. The pilot regulates the air temperature in the shell of the bullet and in this way can change the altitude. The speed and direction of flight directly depend on the speed and direction of the wind.
If you decide to fly in a hot air balloon, you can place an order on our website or call us.


No trip to the Outer Banks would be complete without a stop at the Wright Brothers National Memorial between Nags Head and Kitty Hawk. The famous aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville made aeronautical history here on Dec. 17, 1903, by launching the first manned, engine-powered flights in history. The first flight that day made it only 120 feet and lasted all of 12 seconds. By the end of the day, their fourth attempt went 852 feet and lasted 59 seconds. Of course, this was after years of research and experimentation.
The brothers parlayed proceeds and mechanical know-how from their bicycle business in Dayton, Ohio, into improving upon what had theretofore been only manned glider flights without the benefit of an engine to keep on flying. They chose Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, for its windy conditions, soft sand upon which to land (or crash, if you’re the glass-half-empty sort), and relative isolation for the purposes of safety and secrecy.
In addition to the replica glider and flyer on display, we enjoyed reading about the Wright Brothers, the technical aspects of their aircraft, and the principles of flight inside the Visitor Center before heading outside.
On the grounds, markers identify their fllght path, lift-off point and landing points on the four flights that historic day. A 60-foot-tall granite monument erected in 1932 atop the Kill Devil Hill dune commemorates the location from which they practiced flying with hundreds of glider flights. The site also contains replicas of their hangar and combination workshop and living quarters, as well as life-size sculpture of the brothers, their first flyer and witnesses dedicated in 2003.
Being ever so fond of travel and adventure ourselves (but without even a fraction of the Wright brothers’ mechanical aptitude, imagination or patience), we were delighted by this national memorial honoring the birthplace of aviation.


Optical Air Data Systems, LLC (OADS), a high technology, award-winning small business located in Manassas, Virginia, is a rapid developer of lightweight and rugged Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) and remote sensing solutions for real world precision measurement problems, launching new industries based around its seminal, game-changing technology. OADS is the world’s leading developer of fiber optic measurement systems for target range, target velocity, and remote wind sensing to meet the demand for precision measurements under extreme conditions for military, aerospace, and commercial markets. Our team consists of leading experts in fiber optic laser design and lightweight, robust LIDAR/Laser Doppler Velocimetry (LDV) sensor system design. OADS specializes in the successful completion of accelerated high technology projects, rapidly translating core technologies from scientific discovery into hands-on, working prototypes, including commercialization through our experienced team of subject matter experts, scientists, and engineers.
OADS was born out of the aerospace industry and has successfully applied and integrated telecom advancements in fiber optic technology into a variety of products. These innovations include the world’s first LIDAR-based low-speed altimeter, airspeed, and ground velocity sensor for rotary wing aircraft, LIDAR for wind turbine control, hand-held laser wind sensor, laser range finder, ground and vehicle mounted laser wind sensors, and air data sensors for fixed wing aircraft. Several of OADS’ products are transitioning to full-scale manufacturing through our licensee. OADS has won multiple awards for outstanding development of new technology, including the 2007 Tibbetts Award by the Small Business Technology Council.
Our Technology and Products
OADS’ core capabilities are the unique integration of state-of-the-art, high-powered, pulsed, and continuous wave (CW) fiber optic laser transmitters and receivers at both 1550 nm and 1064 nm and creating full LIDAR and LDV systems that utilize those lasers to meet customer needs in real world environments. OADS produces high reliability systems with no moving parts, designed robustly and ruggedly to meet Military Specification (MIL-SPEC) requirements (even in commercial applications) and comply with American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Class 1 eye safety requirements. We offer compact and cost-effective remote sensing solutions that are immune to background light and illumination and are the most energy-efficient devices on the market. Our technology is covered by over twenty-seven patents.
OADS has developed the first commercially available LIDAR wind sensor for the renewable energy market, as well as the world’s first hand-heldlaser wind sensor. OADS designed, developed, and produced several generations of the LIDAR wind sensor for wind turbine control and wind resource assessment. OADS’ engineers designed and qualified these sensors to Military Standard (MIL-STD) 810F and European Conformity (CE) certification standards, while lowering size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) with each subsequent generation. To date, these systems have accumulated over 100,000 hours of continuous operation in the field.
OADS capitalized on this development experience by reducing the SWaP even further to create the world’s first hand-held laser wind sensor for use in the 33rd America’s Cup race. This hand-held wind sensor was the first LIDAR system to be IP-67 compliant and swimmable. Operating from a small RC airplane battery, it measures the wind to distances of over 1,000 meters ahead of the sensor. The technology developed for our LIDAR applications is the precursor to a complete Optical Air Data Sensor Suite, ideal for commercial and military aviation applications. OADS’ next generation products include the AirRay™ Laser Airspeed Sensor, the WindSceptor™ Air Data System, and the Shooter’s Edge™ Laser Wind Sensor, the lowest SWaP-C LIDAR systems for wind speed and airspeed measurement currently available.
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When I get TM going frequently I come back and have been logged off for critical damage, despite having drones set out for defense. When I come back on the drones are left at the asteroid belt. So I think the point is why aren't my drones defending? They are deploying. i have even watched as they ju...


We offer companies and individuals access to world-class aviation services. As a locally owned Fixed Base Operator in Richmond Virginia, Million Air brings a higher standard of excellence to Central Virginia – making it more convenient, more efficient and more cost-effective to manage, maintain and utilize private jet flights.
Million Air is audited by the Aviation Research Group (ARG/US) and maintains the highest safety rating available, the ARG/US Platinum Rating. When you fly with Million Air, you can be confident that we are doing everything to insure your safety.
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JULY 24-27, 2014
Magic City Hot Air Balloon Rally Events:
Thursday, : Welcome party for Pilots and Sponsors at Tiny's Tavern - 6 pm
Friday, : Morning flight from Amend Park - 6 am
Saturday, : Morning flight from Amend Park - 6 am
Saturday, : Balloon Glow at Amend Park - dusk
Sunday,: Morning flight from Amend Park - 6 am
You can purchase a Balloon Ride for a morning flight by contacting a Rally Board Member or email Crew2pilot@hotmail.com. All rides are $175 per person with a $50 non-refundable deposit and will be first come first serve weather permitting. We will have a limited number of rides available each day.