Aerospace

Giant Boeing 747 Is Converted Into the Largest Art Car to Ever Land at Burning Man

This original Boeing 747 dates back to 1985, but it’s been given new life in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert, where it landed for Burning Man just several days ago. The annual experiential art festival often plays host to innovative mobile exhibitions, but this converted aircraft represents the largest art car in its history, inviting attendees on board for a series of immersive, interactive engagements.

To enter the jet, everyone is invited to pass through the “insecurity checkpoint” and drop off their “emotional baggage” before revealing where they’re headed in their symbolic “journey through life.” Inside, a continuous string of parties, musical performances, and other events are tied to the theme of purposeful dreaming. The “First Class lounge” will hold daily talks with international thought leaders, while the upper deck will offer a vast view across the desert terrain.

The 747 was created by Big Imagination Foundation, a nonprofit incubator for transformative change and new creative ideas. With the support of a crowdfunding campaign, a volunteer team of over 100 artists and engineers gutted and restructured the plane, extended its length, refurbished the cockpit, and installed staircases for access. It will now continue to travel around Burning Man’s “temporary city” until the festival ends on September 5th, refashioned from “a mover of people and cargo to a mover of dreams.” However, even those who can’t make it to Nevada will be able to experience the 747 through an online virtual reality experience, currently in Beta mode, using a smartphone and Google Cardboard. You can find more information here.

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source : my modern met

Aerospace

EASA Ends Suspension on PIA, Approves Flights to Europe

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The suspension of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) from operating in Europe is finally over, marking a significant turning point for Pakistan’s aviation sector.

After years of scrutiny and stringent safety assessments, the European Commission and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have officially lifted the ban on PIA. This decision also grants Airblue authorization to operate flights to Europe, further enhancing Pakistan’s connectivity with the region.

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PIA’s suspension, initially imposed in June 2020, was a direct consequence of concerns regarding the oversight capabilities of Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA). These concerns were triggered shortly after a tragic PIA plane crash that claimed 97 lives, prompting an investigation into the validity of pilot licenses issued in the country.

Now, after four years of continuous efforts and reforms by the PCAA, EASA has expressed renewed confidence in Pakistan’s aviation regulatory framework. In a statement, EASA highlighted that Pakistan has successfully addressed safety compliance issues, enabling PIA to resume its operations within the European Union.

A spokesperson for PIA expressed optimism, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to strictly adhere to EASA’s regulations and guidelines. “This milestone has been achieved after four years of relentless efforts by the PIA management,” the spokesperson said.

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The lifting of the ban is expected to have a profound impact on PIA’s future. The airline, which employs over 7,000 people, has faced criticism in the past for poor management, financial instability, and regulatory challenges.

However, the restoration of European operations is seen as a vital step toward regaining its competitive edge, improving its financial standing, and restoring its reputation on the global stage.

Pakistan’s government, which has been exploring options to privatize the debt-laden national carrier, is hopeful that this development will attract foreign investment and bolster the country’s aviation industry.

With a renewed focus on compliance and safety, PIA is now poised to rebuild its presence in Europe, offering Pakistani travelers and international passengers more connectivity and improved service.