I thought it was a very insightful point... something I didn't know and shed light on why someone might divert.

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Now Boeing and NASA are working on the Variable Camber Continuous Trailing Edge Flap (VCCTEF) system, which would smoothly change the wing’s shape continuously throughout the flight. By continuously varying camber, the VCCTEF would provide efficient high lift for takeoff and landing and reduced cruise drag through active control of the twist of a flexible wing. They're aiming for an entry to service of 2025. :eek:

Not really new technology; just new to airliners.

F-16s have had this since day one (good system).

What they're talking about is a wing that changes shape, not just a computer system that schedules the LE and TE flaps.

http://www.aviationweek.com/Blogs.as...9-b3419e5f166b

Pretty neat stuff, like bird feathers.

Here's an excellent demonstration:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=SAz1L8D...%3DSAz1L8DlvBM

Ahhh.....help! Hit the deck!!! :eek:

Thanks!

Kinda like the 727 crew that pulled the CB for the LE devices and extended the flaps a bit in cruise. :eek:

I've known several F-16 pilots who've changed their sexual orientation.

Holy crap, that is the funniest post of the year!