The document discusses the future of America's aerospace and defense industry. It notes that the current peak is the 5th generation of fighter jets like the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor. The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory envisions the 6th generation, exemplified by a conceptual jet called the F-X. This jet would have capabilities like flying at hypersonic speeds over 5 times the speed of sound and using high-energy lasers. It would also have "hyperconnectivity" allowing it to receive real-time sensor data and potentially be unmanned and remotely controlled.
The document discusses some interesting facts about Air Force One. It notes that Air Force One is actually a call sign referring to any aircraft carrying the President, not a specific plane. Currently, two Boeing VC-25 aircraft serve as Air Force One. The article highlights that Air Force One has an interesting history and the document encourages readers to learn more on the author's website.
The aviation industry is working towards providing cheaper flights and developing flying cars. Terrafugia, acquired by Geely, aims to release a flying car by 2019. Other companies like Toyota, Google, and Airbus are also attempting to develop flying cars. Additionally, companies are working on hybrid electric planes like Zunum Aero's design to make domestic flights cheaper, faster, and greener by 2022. The industry has made progress in reducing fuel consumption and emissions by making planes lighter and engines more efficient while also using biofuels.
The document discusses several notable aviation visionaries and trailblazers throughout history. It mentions the Wright Brothers as the first to achieve powered and sustained flight. Charles Lindbergh was the first to fly solo non-stop across the Atlantic Ocean. Amelia Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic and set other records before disappearing over the Pacific Ocean. Steve Fossett set several global flight records. Jimmy Doolittle led the first air raid on Tokyo during World War II.
There is an inherent risk in every place where colossal machinery can be found. Airplane hangars are no exception. https://sites.google.com/site/scottbealeaviation/blog/safety-precautions-in-airplane-hangars
It’s not uncommon to find big businesses with their own business jets. This is a huge convenience for a number of reasons. https://sites.google.com/site/scottbealeaviation/blog/Aviation-Business-What-It-Means-To-Lease-An-Aircraft
While most people can only board passenger aircraft, only elite pilots can commandeer fighter jets.
https://scottbealeaviation.wordpress.com/2018/06/05/top-advanced-fighter-jets-in-the-world/
Scott Beale is a seasoned aviation professional with over two decades of leadership experience. Scott has lead premier aviation companies through significant growth strategies, business turn around plans, strategic planning and execution. Scott is an accomplished commercial pilot type rated in the Gulfstream and Citation aircraft and has flown hundreds of hours in special mission government aircraft. https://scottbealeaviation.tumblr.com/
After decades of being the big players in a global pond, defense contractors must reinvent themselves as local businesses around the world. https://www.strategyand.pwc.com/trend/2017-defense-trends
NASA and its industry partners are investigating a blended wing aircraft concept for potential use as a future air transport for both civilian and military applications. https://www.nasa.gov/centers/langley/news/factsheets/FS-2003-11-81-LaRC.html
Scott Beale is an accomplished entrepreneur, business developer, and aviation professional. He obtained his Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic license when he attended the King School of Aeronautics in 1993. https://sites.google.com/site/scottbealeaviation/about
Many things in the world are hard to explain. How a metal aircraft weighing over 500 tons can fly in the air is one of them. https://scott-beale-aviation.blogspot.com/2018/05/aerodynamics-101-how-does-airplane-fly.html
Scott Beale is an accomplished aviation professional with over 20 years of leadership experience in the industry. He has expertise in business development, strategic planning, operations, marketing, and contract negotiations. During his time at Aerodynamics Incorporated and Mountain Aviation, Scott helped the companies achieve significant revenue growth, certifications, and profit increases through acquisitions, policy changes, and efficiency improvements. He continues to be involved in aircraft training and serves on the board of directors for the National Air Transportation Association.
Scott Beale is a seasoned business developer, entrepreneur, and aviation professional. He is a licensed airframe and power plant mechanic. https://foursquare.com/sbealeaviation
A graduate of Ohio State University with a degree in Aviation Business Management, Scott Beale has successfully led a number of aviation companies. https://scottbealeaviation.wixsite.com/home/about
America is the most powerful country in terms of military strength. And when it comes to defense aviation, the U.S. is king when it comes to air-to-air or air-to-ground combat. Here are a few of America’s best fighter aircraft today. https://scott-beale-aviation.blogspot.com/2018/06/americas-best-fighter-aircraft.html
First developed a few decades ago, the Blended Wing Body or BWB is a hybrid aircraft design that makes a plane look like a manta ray. https://scottbealeaviation.wordpress.com/2018/06/28/is-the-blended-wing-body-the-future-of-aircraft-design/
The document discusses the future of America's aerospace and defense industry. It notes that the current peak is the 5th generation of fighter jets like the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor. The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory envisions the 6th generation, exemplified by a conceptual jet called the F-X. This jet would have capabilities like flying at hypersonic speeds over 5 times the speed of sound and using high-energy lasers. It would also have "hyperconnectivity" allowing it to receive real-time sensor data and potentially be unmanned and remotely controlled.
The document discusses some interesting facts about Air Force One. It notes that Air Force One is actually a call sign referring to any aircraft carrying the President, not a specific plane. Currently, two Boeing VC-25 aircraft serve as Air Force One. The article highlights that Air Force One has an interesting history and the document encourages readers to learn more on the author's website.
The aviation industry is working towards providing cheaper flights and developing flying cars. Terrafugia, acquired by Geely, aims to release a flying car by 2019. Other companies like Toyota, Google, and Airbus are also attempting to develop flying cars. Additionally, companies are working on hybrid electric planes like Zunum Aero's design to make domestic flights cheaper, faster, and greener by 2022. The industry has made progress in reducing fuel consumption and emissions by making planes lighter and engines more efficient while also using biofuels.
The document discusses several notable aviation visionaries and trailblazers throughout history. It mentions the Wright Brothers as the first to achieve powered and sustained flight. Charles Lindbergh was the first to fly solo non-stop across the Atlantic Ocean. Amelia Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic and set other records before disappearing over the Pacific Ocean. Steve Fossett set several global flight records. Jimmy Doolittle led the first air raid on Tokyo during World War II.
There is an inherent risk in every place where colossal machinery can be found. Airplane hangars are no exception. https://sites.google.com/site/scottbealeaviation/blog/safety-precautions-in-airplane-hangars
It’s not uncommon to find big businesses with their own business jets. This is a huge convenience for a number of reasons. https://sites.google.com/site/scottbealeaviation/blog/Aviation-Business-What-It-Means-To-Lease-An-Aircraft
While most people can only board passenger aircraft, only elite pilots can commandeer fighter jets.
https://scottbealeaviation.wordpress.com/2018/06/05/top-advanced-fighter-jets-in-the-world/
Scott Beale is a seasoned aviation professional with over two decades of leadership experience. Scott has lead premier aviation companies through significant growth strategies, business turn around plans, strategic planning and execution. Scott is an accomplished commercial pilot type rated in the Gulfstream and Citation aircraft and has flown hundreds of hours in special mission government aircraft. https://scottbealeaviation.tumblr.com/
After decades of being the big players in a global pond, defense contractors must reinvent themselves as local businesses around the world. https://www.strategyand.pwc.com/trend/2017-defense-trends
NASA and its industry partners are investigating a blended wing aircraft concept for potential use as a future air transport for both civilian and military applications. https://www.nasa.gov/centers/langley/news/factsheets/FS-2003-11-81-LaRC.html
Scott Beale is an accomplished entrepreneur, business developer, and aviation professional. He obtained his Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic license when he attended the King School of Aeronautics in 1993. https://sites.google.com/site/scottbealeaviation/about
Many things in the world are hard to explain. How a metal aircraft weighing over 500 tons can fly in the air is one of them. https://scott-beale-aviation.blogspot.com/2018/05/aerodynamics-101-how-does-airplane-fly.html
Scott Beale is an accomplished aviation professional with over 20 years of leadership experience in the industry. He has expertise in business development, strategic planning, operations, marketing, and contract negotiations. During his time at Aerodynamics Incorporated and Mountain Aviation, Scott helped the companies achieve significant revenue growth, certifications, and profit increases through acquisitions, policy changes, and efficiency improvements. He continues to be involved in aircraft training and serves on the board of directors for the National Air Transportation Association.
Scott Beale is a seasoned business developer, entrepreneur, and aviation professional. He is a licensed airframe and power plant mechanic. https://foursquare.com/sbealeaviation
A graduate of Ohio State University with a degree in Aviation Business Management, Scott Beale has successfully led a number of aviation companies. https://scottbealeaviation.wixsite.com/home/about
America is the most powerful country in terms of military strength. And when it comes to defense aviation, the U.S. is king when it comes to air-to-air or air-to-ground combat. Here are a few of America’s best fighter aircraft today. https://scott-beale-aviation.blogspot.com/2018/06/americas-best-fighter-aircraft.html
First developed a few decades ago, the Blended Wing Body or BWB is a hybrid aircraft design that makes a plane look like a manta ray. https://scottbealeaviation.wordpress.com/2018/06/28/is-the-blended-wing-body-the-future-of-aircraft-design/
In the intricate tapestry of life, connections serve as the vibrant threads that weave together opportunities, experiences, and growth. Whether in personal or professional spheres, the ability to forge meaningful connections opens doors to a multitude of possibilities, propelling individuals toward success and fulfillment.
Eirini is an HR professional with strong passion for technology and semiconductors industry in particular. She started her career as a software recruiter in 2012, and developed an interest for business development, talent enablement and innovation which later got her setting up the concept of Software Community Management in ASML, and to Developer Relations today. She holds a bachelor degree in Lifelong Learning and an MBA specialised in Strategic Human Resources Management. She is a world citizen, having grown up in Greece, she studied and kickstarted her career in The Netherlands and can currently be found in Santa Clara, CA.
We recently hosted the much-anticipated Community Skill Builders Workshop during our June online meeting. This event was a culmination of six months of listening to your feedback and crafting solutions to better support your PMI journey. Here’s a look back at what happened and the exciting developments that emerged from our collaborative efforts.
A Gathering of Minds
We were thrilled to see a diverse group of attendees, including local certified PMI trainers and both new and experienced members eager to contribute their perspectives. The workshop was structured into three dynamic discussion sessions, each led by our dedicated membership advocates.
Key Takeaways and Future Directions
The insights and feedback gathered from these discussions were invaluable. Here are some of the key takeaways and the steps we are taking to address them:
• Enhanced Resource Accessibility: We are working on a new, user-friendly resource page that will make it easier for members to access training materials and real-world application guides.
• Structured Mentorship Program: Plans are underway to launch a mentorship program that will connect members with experienced professionals for guidance and support.
• Increased Networking Opportunities: Expect to see more frequent and varied networking events, both virtual and in-person, to help you build connections and foster a sense of community.
Moving Forward
We are committed to turning your feedback into actionable solutions that enhance your PMI journey. This workshop was just the beginning. By actively participating and sharing your experiences, you have helped shape the future of our Chapter’s offerings.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the Community Skill Builders Workshop. Your engagement and enthusiasm are what make our Chapter strong and vibrant. Stay tuned for updates on the new initiatives and opportunities to get involved. Together, we are building a community that supports and empowers each other on our PMI journeys.
Stay connected, stay engaged, and let’s continue to grow together!
About PMI Silver Spring Chapter
We are a branch of the Project Management Institute. We offer a platform for project management professionals in Silver Spring, MD, and the DC/Baltimore metro area. Monthly meetings facilitate networking, knowledge sharing, and professional development. For more, visit pmissc.org.
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