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Zero 2 Infinity Successfully Launches Its First Rocket from the Edge of Space

Posted on March 14, 2017 by LighterThanAirSociety

Source: Digital Journal – digitaljournal.com This milestone opens the door for safer and more efficient Space access for small satellites

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Local history: 100 Years Ago, Goodrich Built Blimps Too

Posted on March 13, 2017 by LighterThanAirSociety

Source: Akron Beacon Journal – ohio.com By Mark J. Price – Beacon Journal staff writer Akron added an important word to its lexicon 100 years ago. Dr. William C. Geer, vice president of the B.F. Goodrich Co., called a staff … Continue reading →

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AAIB investigation to HAV Airlander 10, G-PHRG

Posted on March 13, 2017 by LighterThanAirSociety

Source: Air Accidents Investigation Branch – www.gov.uk/aaib-reports From:                        Air Accidents Investigation Branch Published:                9 March 2017 Date of occurrence:  24 August 2016 Aircraft category:     Sport aviation and balloons Report type:             Bulletin – Correspondence investigation Aircraft type:           HAV Airlander 10 … Continue reading →

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Clouds in a Bag: 18th and 19th Century Ballooning on Display at the Udvar-Hazy Center

Posted on March 9, 2017 by LighterThanAirSociety

Source: Loudon Times-Mirror – loudountimes.com By Sophie Desmond A sheep, a rooster and a duck go for a balloon ride. That was the scene at Versailles on Sept. 19, 1783. Placed in a wicker crate, the animals were the first … Continue reading →

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Goodyear Reveals Plans for Arrival of Next Generation Blimp in 2017

Posted on February 17, 2017 by LighterThanAirSociety

Source: The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Upgrades at Carson base to include new inflatable hangar The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today revealed plans for major facilities upgrades at its Airship Operations base in Carson, renewing its commitment to … Continue reading →

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