TED Talks
Richard Branson: Life at 30,000 feet
Richard Branson talks to TED's Chris Anderson about the ups and the downs of his career, from his multibillionaire success to his multiple near-death experiences -- and reveals some of his (very surprising) motivations.
SciShow
A Surprisingly Simple Secret to Supersonic Flight
Making a faster plane takes more than building better engines and structures. To go supersonic, engineers had to solve hundreds of problems -- including ditching one of the biggest assumptions in aerodynamics!
TED Talks
Bastian Schaefer: A 3D-printed jumbo jet?
Designer Bastian Schaefer shows off a speculative design for the future of jet planes, with a skeleton inspired by strong, flexible, natural forms and by the needs of the world's, ahem, growing population. Imagine an airplane that's full...
TED Talks
Andrew McAfee: Are droids taking our jobs?
Robots and algorithms are getting good at jobs like building cars, writing articles, translating -- jobs that once required a human. So what will we humans do for work? Andrew McAfee walks through recent labor data to say: We ain't seen...
TED Talks
Anna Mracek Dietrich: A plane you can drive
A flying car -- it's an iconic image of the future. But after 100 years of flight and automotive engineering, no one has really cracked the problem. Pilot Anna Mracek Dietrich and her team flipped the question, asking: Why not build a...
TED Talks
Burt Rutan: The real future of space exploration
In this passionate talk, legendary spacecraft designer Burt Rutan lambasts the US government-funded space program for stagnating and asks entrepreneurs to pick up where NASA has left off.
TED Talks
TED: What time is it on Mars? | Nagin Cox
Nagin Cox is a first-generation Martian. As a spacecraft engineer at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Cox works on the team that manages the united States' rovers on Mars. But working a 9-to-5 on another planet -- whose day is 40...
TED Talks
TED: The future we're building -- and boring | elon Musk
elon Musk discusses his new project digging tunnels under LA, the latest from Tesla and SpaceX and his motivation for building a future on Mars in conversation with TeD's Head Curator, Chris Anderson.
TED Talks
Stanley McChrystal: Listen, learn ... then lead
Four-star general Stanley McChrystal shares what he learned about leadership over his decades in the military. How can you build a sense of shared purpose among people of many ages and skill sets? By listening and learning -- and...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Tomás Chor: Turbulence: one of the great unsolved mysteries of physics
You're on an airplane when you feel a sudden jolt. Outside your window nothing seems to be happening, yet the plane continues to rattle you and your fellow passengers as it passes through turbulent air in the atmosphere. What exactly is...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The infamous and ingenious Ho Chi Minh Trail - Cameron Paterson
The Ho Chi Minh Trail not only connected North and South Vietnam during a brutal war but also aided Vietnamese soldiers. The trail shaved nearly five months of time off of the trip and was used as a secret weapon of sorts. Cameron...
Curated Video
The Asian Aerospace Show: Showcasing Cutting-Edge Aerospace Technologies
The Asian Aerospace Show is a highly influential event that showcases the latest advancements in aerospace technology. With a strong military focus, the show attracts top aerospace companies and military delegations from around the...
Curated Video
Airbus Developing Technology to Allow Mobile Phone Use on Planes and in Hospitals
Airbus is developing technology to install mini mobile phone masts on planes, allowing passengers to use their mobile phones during flights without interfering with aircraft electronics. This innovation aims to address the increasing...
Curated Video
The Berlin Air Show: A Showcase of Aerospace Technology
The Berlin Air Show is a leading international aerospace exhibition held every two years at the Berlin Schoenfeld Airport. It showcases the latest advancements in aerospace technology, both civil and military, attracting exhibitors and...
Curated Video
The Airbus A380: The Future of Air Travel
The A380, also known as the Airbus A3 Double X, is set to become the world's largest airline, offering increased range, fuel efficiency, and reduced emissions. With its impressive size and advanced technology, this aircraft has garnered...
Curated Video
Farnborough Air Show 2004: Highlights and Future Developments in Aviation
The 2004 Farnborough Air Show showcased the latest advancements in military and commercial aviation. With impressive flying displays and commitments for new aircraft, it demonstrated the strong recovery of the world airline market....
Curated Video
Ground to Air Missile Defense System: Protecting Passenger Aircraft from Threats
In today's world, passenger planes are increasingly vulnerable to missile attacks. The Flight Guard system, originally used only by the military, is now being trialled for use on civil aircraft. By releasing flares from pods along the...
Curated Video
Rolls Royce: A Century of Engineering Excellence
Rolls Royce is an engineering giant that has been at the forefront of innovation for over 100 years. From building luxury cars to developing jet engines and powering aircraft, ships, and industrial applications, Rolls Royce has made...
Curated Video
World's Biggest Aircraft Sets Record for Heaviest Cargo Transport
The Antonov An-225 Mriya is the world's largest aircraft, currently setting a world record by transporting the heaviest cargo in aviation history. With its impressive dimensions and maximum payload of 250 tonnes, equivalent to 250 small...
Curated Video
Plane Spotters: Combating Crime and Terrorism at Heathrow Airport
This video discusses how plane spotters, enthusiasts who observe and document aircraft, faced challenges after recent terrorist activities restricted their access to airport property. However, a new initiative called the Aviation...
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NASA's Full Scale Aerodynamics Complex: Testing the Aircraft of Tomorrow
The NASA Ames Research Centre's full scale aerodynamic complex in Mountain View, CA is home to the largest wind tunnel in the world. With two test sections capable of accommodating any full scale aircraft, this facility has played a...
Curated Video
Global Eagle: The First Autogyro Attempt to Fly Around the World
In this video transcript, British Army pilot Barry Jones embarks on a historic journey to become the first person to fly an Autogyro around the world. Unlike helicopters, Autogyros are driven by a pusher propeller and supported by a...
Curated Video
Concorde's Final Flight: A Historic Journey to its Resting Place
This video captures the final lift-off and relocation of a retired Concorde aircraft to its resting place at the Zinzheim Outer Want Technique Museum in Germany. The complex operation involved heavy cranes, practice lifts, and the use of...
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Padornia 24 ATT: A Historic Flight for Dreams
Southeast Asian Airlines is bringing back the iconic Padornia 24 ATT flying boat, once the largest in the world, for a historic round-the-world tour. The tour, led by the airline's chairman Erin Dornier, aims to promote tourism in the...