Flying Forward: The Future of Airplanes Quiz Test your knowledge on the cutting-edge technologies and developments shaping the future of airplanes. rihanna80 published on March 261 response 0 « Previous Next » Questions in vertical order 1/10 Which material is being explored for use in the construction of lighter and more fuel-efficient airplanes? Aluminum Steel Carbon fiber Titanium 2/10 What is the term for automated systems that help pilots navigate and control airplanes more efficiently? Fly-by-wire Manual control Autopilot Flight assist 3/10 Which company is developing a supersonic passenger jet capable of cutting transatlantic flight times in half? Boeing Boom Supersonic Airbus Embraer 4/10 What type of fuel is being increasingly used to power airplanes in an effort to reduce carbon emissions? Biofuel Diesel Kerosene Natural gas 5/10 Which technology is being integrated into airplane wings to increase aerodynamic efficiency? Solar panels Propellers Winglets Parachutes 6/10 What new mode of transportation is being developed as an alternative to traditional airplanes? High-speed trains Electric cars Flying taxis Hyperloop 7/10 Which country is leading the development of electric-powered aircraft for short-haul flights? United States Norway China Germany 8/10 What futuristic feature is being explored for airplane cabins to enhance passenger comfort? Virtual reality entertainment Nap pods Heated seats Personal butlers 9/10 Which organization is working on developing autonomous flying taxis for urban transportation? NASA Uber FAA Boeing 10/10 What is the term for airplanes capable of taking off and landing vertically like helicopters? VTOL aircraft Hoverplanes Flight pods Skyjets
