A Review of the Manhattan Private Helicopter Tour

26 February 2011

This review of the Manhattan Private Helicopter Tour explains everything about the private tour, so that you will be better informed before making your booking. There is no better way to see the many sights and landmarks of New York City than by taking to the skies.

See it all from feet above the hustle and bustle of daily life in The Big Apple.  This trip is the perfect romantic gesture for unforgettable anniversary, memorable birthday or to just get the best view of the city for some great pictures of your vacation.

Most of the tour operators advise that you book at least 3 days in advance to avoid disappointment, as the tours are extremely popular with tourists and so seats fill up quickly. The tours are great value, and most operators charge between $120-$170.

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The Electric Aircraft Yuneec E430

25 February 2011

The Electric Aircraft Yuneec E430 is an aircraft that was designed to bring flight to a wider commercial audience and it has certainly succeeded. This is a two seater, single engine aircraft that is in the LSA class and it has a significant advantage over many other aircrafts - it runs entirely on electricity. The aircraft’s cost is very reasonable when compared to many other models and this makes it incredibly popular.

The E430 is very lightweight and can be charged from a 230 power point, the kind that can be found in the majority of homes. It only takes around three hours to be fully charged which is an incredibly fast charging time, especially when it is compared to many of the electric cars that are on the market right now. As soon as the aircraft has been fully charged it is able to fly for around 2 1/2 hours.

The wingspan of the Electric Aircraft Yuneec E430 is 4.2 feet and the length of the fuselage is 21.9 feet making it reasonably compact and easy to store. The aircraft weighs in at a lightweight 392 lbs and it only needs to be loaded to 430 lbs in order for it to be able to take off safely. It runs off a lithium polymer battery which can be easily recharged from a domestic power source.

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World's Best Helicopters - MD 902 Explorer

22 June 2010

When people think of business-class charter air vehicles, they usually think of large private jets with cushy seating and lavish amenities. However, helicopters are getting ever-more popular for private travel and some claim that helicopter travel over short distance is far more efficient. and the MD 902 is the perfect example of a large charter helicopter doing the job of a business jet and doing it well.

The MD 902 is the crown jewel of MD Helicopters’ fleet. MD began in 1947 and started introducing helicopters to the aviation market in the 1950s. In 1984, the Summa Corporation sold their stock in the company to McDonnell Douglas, who quickly took MD in a new direction after forking out over $500 million for it.

In the early 1990s, production of the MD Helicopters began, with only two basic models (though there are a few variations within the set models) to date - the MD 900, and the vastly improved MD 902.

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