Aeroscraft Flying Cruise Ship
After they are done with the testing they will build the full scale version.
Aeroscraft flying cruise ship. Aeros circa 2006 4. Its the Aeroscraft and when its completed it will ferry pampered passengers across continents and oceans as they stroll leisurely about the one-acre cabin or relax in their staterooms. An airship the length of two football fields elevated by 14 million cubic feet of helium the Aeroscraft has the potential to revolutionize air.
A 2006 article in POPSCI reported Worldwide Aeros Corporation was developing a prototype to be completed by 2010. It will be able to haul massive amounts of cargo and transport hundreds of passengers in luxury with quiet electric engines. Cruise Boats Take to the Skies With Aeroscraft Hybrid Airship.
It uses technology from the cancelled Darpa Walrus. Aeroscraft Hovers in New Flight Test. Its 14 million cubic feet of helium hoist only two-thirds of the crafts weight.
In about 18 hours. The vast skin could also have solar cells for power. View inside Aeroscraft.
80 years ago airship. Aeroscraft manufacturers lighter than air products such as blimps airships aerostats and is a leading innovator of Vertical Take-Off and Landing vehicles. OC Register January 29 2013.
It will also be able to take off and land without an airstrip. This sure beats economy class on a 747. The Aeroscraft will be able to cruise past scenic landmarks to give passengers a stunning view even if the landmark is in the middle of a jungle.
