Lockheed Martin’s Skytug Hybrid Airship
Production Company: Lockheed Martin
Feature: Aerostatic and Aerodynamic
EST. Cost of Production: $40 million per unit*
The Lockheed Martin P-791 is currently classified as experimental. The P-791 was built as part of the Long Endurance Multi-Intelligence Program, and each unit costs roughly $40 million. Despite losing to Northrop Grumman, Lockheed did not abandon the P-791, instead modifying it to become the SkyTug, a civil cargo aircraft. The SkyTug has a lift capacity of 20 short tons. The P-791 has a tri-hull with landing cushions in the shape of disks on the bottom. The hybrid aircraft is powered by both aerostatic and aerodynamic lift, and the P-791 made its first flight in Palmdale, California, in 2006.
Lockheed Martin’s Skytug Hybrid Airship
Aeralis Dart Jet
Production Company: Aeralis
Feature: Military Training
EST. Cost of Production: Unknown*
Rather of providing integrated training, like most trainer aircraft do, Aeralis’ Dart Jet is designed to give modular military fighter pilot training. The cockpit of the trainer jet incorporates tandem seating to make it easier for students to learn from their teachers, and it can be adjusted to accommodate basic or advanced training. Because the Dart Jet is used for training, it does not lack capability. Its dual-engine system produces 12,000 pounds of thrust, allowing the jet to reach top speeds of over 400 mph, while its downward sloped nose and high-mounted wings allow for excellent maneuverability.
Aeralis Dart Jet
