Post by Don Gieseke on Apr 1, 2013 12:55:44 GMT -6
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Formation Flying Saves Fuel
Utilizing the latest in ADS-B technology, and taking a cue from Canada Geese, US Airways today announced it was going to begin a test of formation flying of all east bound aircraft from its PHX hub. Flying in a “V” formation enables aircraft to utilize wake from the lead aircraft to pull the following aircraft ahead and reduce fuel burn. Flights first to depart PHX will take the “lead bird” position, and as they reach their destinations, will drop from the formation and the next arriving aircraft will take the lead position in the “V.” It is anticipated the new procedure will save approximately one million gallons of fuel a year. The test will run for one day only … today, April Fools Day.
Formation Flying Saves Fuel
Utilizing the latest in ADS-B technology, and taking a cue from Canada Geese, US Airways today announced it was going to begin a test of formation flying of all east bound aircraft from its PHX hub. Flying in a “V” formation enables aircraft to utilize wake from the lead aircraft to pull the following aircraft ahead and reduce fuel burn. Flights first to depart PHX will take the “lead bird” position, and as they reach their destinations, will drop from the formation and the next arriving aircraft will take the lead position in the “V.” It is anticipated the new procedure will save approximately one million gallons of fuel a year. The test will run for one day only … today, April Fools Day.