World’s longest aircraft combines parts from airships, planes and helicopters
News: a British firm has unveiled the world's longest aircraft - a hybrid of airship, plane and helicopter that can stay airborne for up to three weeks. More
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World's first supersonic private jet will replace windows with live-streaming screens
Boston engineering firm Spike Aerospace is building a windowless supersonic jet that will be able to fly from London to New York in under four hours, and will offer passengers digital views of their surroundings (+ slideshow). More
First combat aircraft with 3D-printed parts completes test flight
News: a fighter jet incorporating 3D-printed parts has successfully completed a test flight, making it the first combat aircraft produced using additive manufacturing. More
Kulula airline livery
The tongue-in-cheek livery of South African airline Kulula includes a "This way up" sign on one plane and points out the locations of key components on another (+ slideshow). More
"I think they're weird; they think I'm weird" - Hella Jongerius
Movie: in our second video interview with Hella Jongerius, the Dutch designer discusses her work with airline KLM and explains how, despite being unfamiliar with the aviation industry, she has been able to build a successful relationship with the company. Update: this interview is featured in Dezeen Book of Interviews, which is on sale now for £12. More
Foster + Partners designs first-class cabin for Cathay Pacific
News: London architecture firm Foster + Partners has redesigned the first-class cabins for Hong Kong airline Cathay Pacific. More
Vertical takeoff flying car concept unveiled
News: a flying car capable of vertical takeoff and landing is being developed by the makers of a two-seater aircraft that turns into a car (+ movie). More
World Business Class cabin by Hella Jongerius for KLM
Dutch designer Hella Jongerius has created a new cabin interior for Dutch airline KLM, including textiles inspired by the Milky Way and carpets made from recycled uniforms. More
American Airlines debuts new logo and livery
News: American Airlines has unveiled a new logo and livery for its aircraft, designed by brand consultancy FutureBrand. More
TAM First Class Cabin by Priestmangoode
Industrial design studio Priestmangoode drew inspiration from domestic interiors to design a first-class cabin with sofas and wardrobes for Brazilian airline TAM. More
Marimekko makeover for Finnish airline
News: Finnish design company Marimekko's classic floral print will appear on the livery of two Finnair aeroplanes as part of a collaboration that also includes a range of textiles and tableware for use onboard. More
Transition Roadable Aircraft by KiBiSi for Terrafugia
Danish industrial designers KiBiSi have collaborated on the redesign of a two-seater aircraft that converts into a vehicle that can be driven on normal roads. More
A380 by Priestmangoode for Lufthansa
Here's a look at the new first-class cabin of Lufthansa's new A380 planes by London industrial designers Priestmangoode. More
NetJets 7X fleet by Norman Foster
Architect Norman Foster has designed the interior and exterior of an aeroplane called Falcon 7X for private jet company NetJets. More