Fly to the edge of the universe without the engine

On September 23rd in Redmond, Oregon, the Perlan 2 Glider, a small, non-powered aircraft (enough space for two pilots and some scientific instruments) was designed to fly to the edge of the universe. The 'cross-over' of strong air currents in polar tornadoes - completed the first test flight.

Non-motorized aircraft can fly to the edge of the universe

The modest flight of 1,500m is just the beginning. The next goal of the Perlan Glider is to become the highest flying wing aircraft at 27,000 meters above Earth, which is at the point adjacent to the universe. It is expected to be conducted in July 2016.

Perlan 2 Glider (wingspan 25m, weight 816kg) was pulled up by a conventional aircraft and then dropped down to 'surf'. (Source: Perlan Project and Airbus Group).

The current record of 26,000m was made by SR-71 Blackbird in July 1976. U-2 reconnaissance aircraft only reached a height of over 21,000m. An ordinary commercial aircraft flies at an altitude of approximately 10.600m. At an altitude of over 19,000m - or Armstrong Limits - some liquid in the human body will boil without pressure clothing.

Like a surfer riding on the back of ocean waves, Perlan Glider also rides on 'mountain waves' that appear in some areas of the Earth's stratosphere. The hypothesis of the existence of 'mountain waves' in the suburbs has been around since the 1930s, but until recently inventors in the aviation industry have found a way to turn the theory into reality. reaching impressive heights.

According to the leaders of the Perlan Project , the goal of this project is to contribute to the understanding of modern climate science by studying the earth from unprecedented human heights. In addition, the Perlan Glider aircraft can completely change our perception of space travel, thereby opening the door to opportunities for creative professionals to take advantage of new energy sources. operating aircraft.