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23.01.2022 Take a look at this great video on Siemen's, Diamond Aircraft's and EADS' second generation of the serial hybrid electric aircraft!

23.01.2022 The #greatairrace team were proud to be present today at the Fannie Bay History & Heritage Society Aviators' Commemoration for the 99th Anniversary of the Great Air Race! For its time, the 1919 Great Air Race was as significant to the world as man landing on the moon 50 years later. It ought to be recognised as one of the most significant moments in Australian history! Northern Territory - Australia's Outback Australian Aviation AVIATION WEEK

22.01.2022 Check out this great clip of Australia's 7th Prime Minister, William "Billy" Hughes, and Charles Kingsford-Smith (played by Ron Randell) discussing the 1919 Great Air Race! Head over to www.greatairrace.com.au for more information on the 1919 London to Darwin Great Air Race!

21.01.2022 Check out this great video from ICAO - International Civil Aviation Organization, which highlights "the emissions and life cycle benefits...that are helping sustainable alternative fuels make the global air transport system greener on its path to carbon neutral growth from 2020". #sustainabilitysundays

20.01.2022 The official launch of the 2019 Great Air Race Centenary Celebrations are underway at Hilton Darwin! Today, December 10th 2018, marked the 99th anniversary of the first successful 18,000km flight from London to Darwin, undertaken by Sir Ross Smith, Sir Keith Smith, and crew members Wally Shiers and James Bennett in under 28 days. This flight marks one of the most significant moments in Australian and global history, as its success positioned Australia as a major player i...n worldwide air travel and trade and propelled the aviation industry into the modern age. Today we will announce a series of global initiatives, partnerships, and events across 2019 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Great Air Race. Darwin and the Territory will be placed firmly on the world stage as we give the world an experience to remember! Visit our website and sign up to our newsletter to receive the latest news and updates: www.greatairrace.com.au #greatairrace

19.01.2022 Awesome video on the first serious high-output aircraft serial hybrid drive!

19.01.2022 We discuss why Charles Kingsford-Smith was rejected entry into the 1919 Great Air Race! Read more below

17.01.2022 Solar Impulse is doing great things to help make the aviation industry more sustainable!

17.01.2022 We review Sir Ross Smith's incredible account of his time during the 1919 Great Air Race, "14,000 Miles Through The Air"! Read more below

16.01.2022 Change is coming for the aviation industry! check out this video on the use of sustainable alternative jet fuels.

09.01.2022 Checkout this awesome video from Airbus. Airbus is "constantly investigating new concepts and technologies that can further reduce aircraft fuel consumption and noise levels".

08.01.2022 Interesting article from AVIATION WEEK on managing unmanned flight.

07.01.2022 Here's a great video on NASA's Greased Lightning 10-Engine Hybrid Electric VTOL Drone!

04.01.2022 Read below for a discussion on Ross Smith's legacy, and the story of Ernest Crome: one of the greatest aviation fanatics!

04.01.2022 Great message from Climate Change Capital Ltd: "There is an opportunity for the UK to align its need to develop new airport capacity with the development of sustainable bio jet fuels at scale. We should work to ensure that any new airport provide airlines with the best biofuels available". Head over to www.greatairrace.com.au for more information on efficient aircraft, aviation history, and the the Great Air Race!

03.01.2022 Check out this great video on 7 of the best Electric aircraft! Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

03.01.2022 Startup company Opener has announced that its flying vehicle, BlackFly, should be available to the public as soon as next year! #aviation #electricaviation #aviationfuture

03.01.2022 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is creating change and helping to make the aviation industry more sustainable! Check out the video for more info. #sustainabilitysundays

02.01.2022 We all know the story the Great Air Race, but what happened preceding the race? What did the competitors achieve before they attempted the first flight from London to Darwin? Read below for a discussion on four infamous air aces and what they achieved prior to entering the Great Air Race!

02.01.2022 "Boeing and NASA have tested an improved engine nacelle liner that offers lower noise as well as reduced drag". AVIATION WEEK

01.01.2022 Check out this video for a sneak peek into the future of overhead line inspection! Siemens is bringing a "new solution to the market: SIEAERO the next generation of overhead line inspection"!