We have come a long way in aviation since the Wright Brothers first designed and built their Wright Flyer in 1903. An engineering marvel of its time, the aircraft was constructed out of simple and easily available materials, namely wood, fabric and waxed twine. Unfortunately, a strong gust of wind flipped the trial plane a […]
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As one of Australia’s premier motorsport events, the Bathurst 1000 brings thousands of local and international revheads to the legendary Mount Panorama every year. With some of the best and most celebrated drivers making their way to the Mountain to take part in this globally celebrated race, it’s come a long way from its humble […]
At Airport Metals, we like to keep a keen eye on technological advancements in the aviation industry. As we approach the end of 2019, we reveal our predictions for 2020. Bring in the robots Checking in for your flight? In 2020 and beyond, you might not be greeted by a human face. Many airports have […]
From the early days of wood and canvas, aircraft have rapidly evolved into the highly advanced machines we recognise today. Innovations in the aviation industry have led to the development of incredibly strong and lightweight metals that are instrumental in creating safer, more efficient aircraft. If you’re involved in the industry, it’s vital to have […]
There’s no doubt that the Apollo 11 Moon Landing was one of humanity’s greatest achievements. On July 20th, 1969, Neil Armstrong uttered the words that were broadcast across the globe as his feet stirred up dust on the surface of the moon for the very first time. An astounding leap forward for humanity’s exploration into […]
It may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but there’s no denying that airline travel has never been safer or more affordable. The number of people flying across the globe has doubled since 1999, and the incidence of crashes and other issues has dropped dramatically. Whilst this results in more crowded layouts – and shared […]
What does it take to build a private jet? As well as making the effort to source only the best metals and materials to create the structure of the jet, designing the interior can be just as difficult. Airport Metals investigates the process of designing and building a private jet and how they differ from […]
For most of us, first class air travel exists up there with unicorns – cool in concept, mythological in nature. Until the day you win the lottery or become the Next Big Thing in Hollywood, Airport Metals has your inside scoop on what exactly happens for those lucky few who secure a spot at the […]
The annual Australian Grand Prix has long been the crown jewel of Australia’s motorsport scene. Pulling in hundreds of thousands of spectators from across the globe every year, it has grown to become one of the most hotly anticipated race events in the current F1 calendar. Hosted at Albert Park, just outside of Melbourne’s CBD, […]
When iron and carbon is mixed, the type of metal produced is known as carbon steel. The exact percentages of carbon and iron involved in the mixture, however, will rely on the intended use for which the metal is created, and there are a myriad of uses for carbon steel. From making fences, to bridges, […]