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Twin-Hull in the Troposphere – EADS’s Arctic Airship

Source:AviationWeek.com – Ares, a Defense Technology Blog By:  Graham Warwick Twin rigid hulls, hybrid aerostatic/aerodynamic lift, variable buoyancy control, 40-day unmanned endurance – meet the Tropospheric Airship concept from EADS Innovation Works, the European giant’s research and technology arm.

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GSA and NASA Seek Rehab Proposals for the Historic Hangar One Airship Station

Source: U.S. General Services Administration The U.S. General Services Administration on behalf of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit lease proposals for the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of NASA’s historic … Continue reading →

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The airship returns: the zeppelins globalizing remote communities

Source: abc.net.au By: Antony Funnell Across the world teams of engineers are working to try and resurrect the airship, arguing their heavy-lifting ability makes them an energy efficient alternative to cargo planes and helicopters. Some claim airships could even allow … Continue reading →

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Learn about Houma blimp base’s history

Source: houmatoday.com A Navy veteran considered an expert on blimps will speak Tuesday (May 21) about the Houma naval air station’s role in World War II.

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Budweiser ‘Designate A Driver’ Blimp Takes Flight This Summer

Source: The Sacramento Bee sacbee.com Airship Embarks on 25-City Tour to Encourage Use of Designated Drivers

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