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NASA Engineer Carries Indigenous Roots into New Aviation Era

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NASA Engineer Carries Indigenous Roots into New Aviation Era

Growing up outside of Philadelphia, Abigail Reigner spent most of her childhood miles away from where her family called home, and where there was little trace of her Native American tribe and culture. Belonging to the Comanche Nation that resides in Lawton, Oklahoma, Reigner’s parents made every effort to keep her connected to her Indigenous … Read more

Research Plane Dons New Colors for NASA Hybrid Electric Flight Tests  – NASA

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Research Plane Dons New Colors for NASA Hybrid Electric Flight Tests  – NASA

Parked under the lights inside a hangar in Seattle, a hybrid electric research aircraft from electric motor manufacturer magniX showed off a new look symbolizing its journey toward helping NASA make sustainable aviation a reality.   During a special unveiling ceremony hosted by magniX on Aug. 22, leaders from the company and NASA revealed the aircraft, … Read more

NASA, MagniX Altitude Tests Lay Groundwork for Hybrid Electric Planes – NASA

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NASA, MagniX Altitude Tests Lay Groundwork for Hybrid Electric Planes – NASA

At a simulated 27,500 feet inside an altitude chamber at NASA’s Electric Aircraft Testbed (NEAT) facility, engineers at magniX recently demonstrated the capabilities of a battery-powered engine that could help turn hybrid electric flight into a reality.   This milestone, completed in April 2024, marks the end of the first phase in a series of altitude … Read more