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@Mrkawfee@lemmy.world to Technology@lemmy.ml • 1 year ago

Unpowered cargo gliders on tow ropes promise 65% cheaper air freight

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Unpowered cargo gliders on tow ropes promise 65% cheaper air freight

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@Mrkawfee@lemmy.world to Technology@lemmy.ml • 1 year ago
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A West Texas company says it's found a remarkably simple way to slash air cargo costs as much as 65% – by having planes tow autonomous, cargo-carrying gliders behind them, big enough to double, or potentially triple their payload capacity.
  • @flambonkscious@sh.itjust.works
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    18•1 year ago

    Interesting idea, but surely the cost savings are largely pushed forward onto the plane towing all the extra weight?

    • @Diplomjodler@feddit.de
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      5•1 year ago

      It’s certainly going to use more fuel but presumably less fuel than two separate planes. I really have lots of doubts about towed landings, though.

      • @flambonkscious@sh.itjust.works
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        1•1 year ago

        Obviously their efficiency claims are ‘exaggerated’ as well…

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