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Airbus aircraft production goes Mobile
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveEuropean aircraft manufacturer Airbus has made history with the opening of its new facility in Mobile, Alabama, at the former Brookley Air Force Base. The company should see its first aircraft delivered early in 2016 and thousands of jobs created in the production chain.
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The simple gratification of driving solo — Porsche style
Noelle Talmon Transportation Technology & AutomotiveOne of the great things about owning a Porsche is you don't need an excuse to drive it. Who wouldn't want to take it for a spin for no particular reason? No justification is needed — any superfluous reason will do. And if you're by yourself, the ride can be even more fulfilling.
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Is the new 911 a step down for Porsche?
Sydney Scrogham Transportation Technology & AutomotiveThe Porsche 911 is truly a car that has captivated consumers for generations. And when Porsche recently announced the newest edition of the 911, the news was received with a mix of emotions. The big news is that now every Porsche 911 will come as a turbo — even the Carrera. Carreras can now go from 0-60 mph in about 4 seconds (with the PDK option), and the Carrera S can get from 0-60 in under 4 seconds. What's the top speed? 183 mph for the Carrera, and 191 for the S.
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China Southern Airlines: Nice job, but still in need of improvement
Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementChina Southern Airlines is not only the largest airline in China, but also perceived by many Chinese as a pricier carrier with better service. In fact, it is the only airline that offers nonstop service between Los Angeles (LAX) and Guangzhou/Canton, China (CAN).
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Istanbul’s 3rd airport on track for 2018
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveDHMI, the State Airports Management General Directorate of Turkey, said at a recent media event that Istanbul's new third airport is set to open in early 2018 "with no delay." This date indicates the construction has suffered a slight delay, given the original planned opening was for late 2017. DHMI General Director Serdar Huseyin Yildirim nevertheless insisted there would be no delays, stating, "We are planning to start operations in the first quarter of 2018, to have the first takeoff and landing."
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The 2-finger salute to my Porsche family
David Newton Transportation Technology & AutomotiveI was driving my Cayman with an associate who was getting one of her rare trips in my Porsche — rare because she does not share the same level of affection I do for my car. Understanding the mindset of someone who loves everything associated with exceptional design and engineering is completely beyond her reasoning, so I don't often feel compelled to invite her along.
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So you want to be a race car driver?
Jason Gonzalez Transportation Technology & AutomotiveWhat did you dream of doing when you were a kid? Astronaut? President of the United States? Shortstop for the Yankees? With a rare few exceptions, most of you reading this article have not made it in those careers. The flip side of the prior sentence, however, is that if you are reading this article then you probably are pretty successful in your own right and own a Porsche.
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Just how secure is your checked luggage at the airport?
Kelly Sharp Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementPurchase a ticket. Gather photo identification. Pack your luggage and prepare a carry-on bag. Arrive two hours before a domestic flight or three hours before an international flight. Check in at the airline desk. Go through security. Find your gate. Board plane. Enjoy the ride. But wait, where does your luggage go?
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The great LaGuardia debate
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveAirport officials announced last month that New York's LaGuardia Airport would receive a $4 billion overhaul that would rebuild and revitalize the crowded terminals and airside areas. The initial response for many was that it couldn't come a minute sooner.
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Elon Musk’s Hyperloop may be nothing more than a pipe dream
Ryan Clark Transportation Technology & AutomotiveElon Musk's Hyperloop vision imagines a high-speed intercity transport system using capsules propelled through low-pressurized tubes — revolutionizing travel as we know it. On Aug. 20, the Hyperloop vision took another step toward reality with the announcement that construction is slated to begin in 2016.
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