Episodes

LiquidPiston‘s unique rotary engines are gaining traction, as the Air Force has awarded them a new contract working in the hybrid propulsion space – what does this mean for the Company and the electric aircraft space? News has surfaced on the Boeing 777 Engine failure case, with the Pratt & Whitney engine suffering metal fatigue in fan blades; Allen explains what this will mean for the company moving forward. We also discuss Rolls Royce moving into the EVTOL space, Joby news, the NASA X-57 Maxwe...

Lots of big news recently, as a United Airlines flight from Denver on a Boeing 777 had an engine catch fire; what was to blame? In EVTOL news, Allen and Dan discuss infrastructure of the future EVTOL and ESTOL market. The report by investor and short position holder Wolfpack Research tore Ehang’s business apart, claiming lack of ability to produce the aircraft, lax security at their facility, improper revenue projections and more. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning di...

In this episode we discuss Boeing’s new pledge to have a commercial aircraft 100% powered by biofuel by 2030, along with Joby’s purported plans to go public using a SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Company). But, Joby Aviation still has many skeptics (including Allen) who don’t believe their publicly-made statements about range and battery life will prove accurate in real-world passenger-carrying conditions. Will Joby have the battery power to make good on their claims and succeed in large comm...

In this episode of the Struck Aerospace Engineering podcast, we discuss the Metro Hop ESTOL, news on Volocopter and SpaceX’s plans to “catch” their rockets after flight to re-use them and save money. We also discuss LED panel walls in private jets – could this replace windows? And, Honda’s wing facility – how do they engineer some of the systems in these high-tech manufacturing plants? Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twi...

GM just unveiled a new EVTOL concept – will it actually work? Bombardier has a high-tech wing factory – what makes it so unique? We also discuss Jaunt Air Mobility’s pursuit of a potential hybrid power source and news of Archer partnering with Fiat Chrysler on the EVTOL front. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit us on the web. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! EP43 Transcript – ...

Lilium’s CEO has publicly declared the desire to go public in the near future – but will it work? Can certification really be attained in just a few years? Elbit creates UAVs and their new models are garnering attention. And, a great article on agile engineering discussed its application to the EVTOL market and whether or not the approach can work. This and more on the Struck Aerospace Engineering Podcast EP42. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follo...

In this episode of the Struck Aerospace engineering podcast, we discuss the design of Pratt & Whitney GTF geared turbofan engines – they’re incredibly fuel efficient–what makes them different? We also discuss the EPA’s new emissions rules for commercial and large business aircraft, which will take effect for new designs in 2020 and others in 2028. We also discuss EASA being urged by families to NOT return the Boeing 737 MAX to service just yet, FAA Drone ID Rules, a new Airbus helicopter drone a...

The United States Senate released their scathing report on Boeing – but was it justified? Allen weighs in on the blame Boeing continues to take and whether or not Senate staffers should be named in these reports. Joby Aviation had its EVTOL design approved by the Air Force – is this a big deal? And, is hydrogen power– a la the HY4 aircraft that just completed a successful demonstration — gaining traction? Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the ...

The Blade helicopter rental company is eyeing the EVTOL market, Boeing finds new 787 fuselage quality problems and NASA reaches new milestones with its X-59 wing design. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit us on the web. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Transcript: EP39 – Blade Entering the EVTOL Market; Boeing 787 Fuselage Issues and NASA X-59 Milestones All right, welcome ba...

In this episode we discuss the life of test pilot Chuck Yeager, the trust issues that might surround the Boeing 737 Max and how the public will get past them, plus Uber Elevate’s sale to Joby. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit us on the web. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! EP38 Transcript – Chuck Yeager, Uber Elevate Sold to Joby Aviation & Boeing 737 Max Trust Issues welco...

In the episode we discuss Uber Elevate – where is it going, exactly? We talk about advances in propeller technology and ways wasps are impacting plane safety down in Australia, and what there is to be done about it. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit us on the web. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! EP37 – Propeller Blade Advances, Uber Elevate & Animal Control at the Airport A...

The Boeing 737 is back in the US – approved for flight and airworthiness. What does this mean for the company? We discuss the BMW flying wingsuit–an impressive piece of skydiving technology. We dive into wing aerodynamics, shapes and materials and talk through Wisk’s new partnership with NASA on EVTOL use. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit us on the web. Have a question we can answer on the show...

In this episode of the Struck Aerospace Engineering Podcast, we discuss how the GAO is talking with Boeing about their aging workforce – half of Boeing FAA delegates will be of retirement age in just 5 years, which is worrisome. The Eurocopter X3 broke the speed record for a helicopter, and is an impressive machine. We discuss the Beta Technologies EVTOL making an important flight, Eviation getting a new partner on composite doors plus much more on this episode. Learn more about Weather Guard S...

Joby Aviation has released numerous patents, giving a glimpse into their technology. Bye Aerospace partners with Korean company Aerospace9 in what looks like a very lucrative deal. Spirit Aerosystems revealed Q3 results, and we discuss the future of the Airbus A380, which one airline recently has phased out of commercial use. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit us on the web. Have a question we ca...

In this episode, we discuss some of the interesting ways airlines are hustling to make a dollar, including selling bar carts…Volocopter announced an interesting partnership with Japan Airlines–will it make sense for the EVTOL company? We talk about Hexcel PEKK composite, an electrically conductive material that has some fascinating technology behind it. Plus Jaunt Air Mobility ‘s road to certification and is the F-117 Nighthawk back in business!? and many more topics on this wide-ranging episode...

Boeing is discussing selling off their Seattle HQ as the company ponders what the workplace looks like in the future. We discuss more lessons learned from the flight of the Barn Owl and the Airbus Albatross project, a new demonstrator with flapping wings. FedEx is testing drones in Memphis to help workers become more efficient, and Ampaire makes a long flight in their all-electric aircraft. Check out the video of FedEx’s drones here and the Airbus Albatross here. Learn more about Weather Guard S...

The Kittyhawk Heaviside EVTOL aircraft is impressive, and has been flying recently and making headlines. But with an engineering team that is very small, will they actually have the staff to get it to market? Blue Force Technologies is a leader in carbon fiber, and they have some techniques that seem to be pushing the industry to new limits. We also discuss the VoltAero Cassio hybrid electric aircraft, Airbus deliveries surging and a commercial airliner caught in a terrible hailstorm that shatte...

We talked about Southwest CEO Gary Kelly’s letter to employees and the Cyclogyro EVTOL’s Crazy Design – can it work? We also discussed Boeing 747 fuel tank ignition problems, the Airbus ACJ TwoTwenty, Learjet 75 Liberty and much more. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit us on the web. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Full Transcript: EP30 – Cyclogyro EVTOL’s Crazy Design; Boein...

In this episode we discussed the GE9X jet engine and its increased power output and status as the largest jet turbine engine in the world. Boeing announced publicly that they thing hydrogen powered commercial airliners will be much more difficult than previously thought, and Allen weighs in on why this is probably correct. Lastly, we touch on some lightning strike news and discuss at length the future of EVTOLs – are they really as viable as many think, and who will win the race to the market (a...

In this episode we discuss the Airbus Vahana EVTOL, Gogo challenging SmartSky’s patents, hydrogen tech, Airbus ZeroE, and more. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit us on the web. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Full Transcript: EP28 – GoGo Challenges SmarkSky Patents; What Did we Learn From the Airbus Vahana EVTOL? Plus Airbus ZeroE & Hydrogen Tech Welcome back to the Struck ...

In this episode we discuss the folding wing tips of the Boeing 777x airplane, and what this engineering feat means for the plane’s versatility. We revisit 737 Max troubles and discuss engineering testimony, plus dive back into the Otto Aviation Celera 500L and talk more about laminar flow and its claims of fuel efficiency. Lastly, we look at the AutoFlight V400 and talk through this EVTOL’s possibilities in the market. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strip...

In this episode we discuss Boeing 787 tail fin safety issues that appear to be related to shimming. The Boeing 737 Max also went through EASA testing, and a bit of it is beginning to feel politically charged…the Pipistrel Nuuva V300 is a potentially game-changing cargo EVTOL aircraft that could be delivering cargo to remote locations that were previously accessible only by helicopter. Lastly, we dive into the technology behind Chevrons, serrations cut into the trailing edges of jet engine nacell...

The Otto Aviation Celera 500L makes some big fuel-efficiency and operation cost claims. It can glide 125 miles from 30,000 feet, but can it deliver on these promises? We discuss a jetpack incident at LAX airport, the potential of a supersonic Air Force One, Hyundai’s entrance into the EVTOL market, Gogo’s sale to Intelsat, and Tesla battery technology that could change the aviation industry forever. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show o...

In episode 24, we discuss EVTOL HEXA’s first flight and design, DARPA’s Ai Dogfight contest between artificial intelligence pilots and real ones, combating bird strikes and the “snarge” they leave behind, Boeing 737 wire harness issues, and more. Learn more about Weather Guard StrikeTape segmented lightning diverter strips. Follow the show on YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit us on the web. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Full Transcript: EP24 EVTOL HEXA, DARPA Ai Dogfig...