Tumgik
#astazou
sentinelchicken · 2 years
Photo
Tumblr media
Before we move on in our survey of geared turbofans that will bring us to the Lycoming ALF 502 of the BAe-146 and the new PW1000G, let’s take a side trip from the Turbomeca Aubsique engine to another Turbomeca geared turbofan that did not reach production, the Astafan. ⁣ ⁣ I previously posted that the canceled Aerospatiale A.904 STOL airliner was to use a variable pitch geared turbofan called the M45SD that was based on the M45 engine used on the VFW614 airliner. A variable pitch front fan is exceedingly rare in jet engine technology- the M45SD was bench tested but never flew. ⁣ ⁣ But the Astafan did fly. On two different aircraft. ⁣ ⁣ The Astafan was based on the Astazou turboprop which was used on many aircraft of the 1960s and 1970s but most notably on the early versions of the Handley Page (later BAe) Jetstream. The Astazou first flew in 1957 and was used in both turboprop and turboshaft applications.⁣ ⁣ It was easy to fit a gearbox to the Astazou core sized for the variable pitch front fan to create the Astafan. On the lower schematic, I’ve highlighted the location of the Astafan’s gearbox. ⁣ ⁣ Turbomeca tested the engine on two Rockwell Twin Commanders that had the piston engines removed but fairings for the main landing gears. The Astafan engines were slung underwing from pylons. ⁣ ⁣ Compared to turbojets of similar size, the Astafan was quieter and more fuel efficient. It first ran in 1969 but never reached production. The machinery for both the front fan gearbox and the variable pitch fan made the engine heavier than comparable designs and there were concerns about the complexity of maintenance. ⁣ ⁣ The only other aircraft to fly with the Astafan was the Fouga 90 which was planned as a modern successor to the Magister jet trainer. First flying in 1978, the Alpha Jet was selected instead of the Fouga 90 for the Armee de l’Air’s jet training requirements. Only a single Fouga 90 was built. ⁣ ⁣ (Jetstream photo: Richard Silagi)⁣ ⁣ #avgeek #aviation #aircraft #planeporn #LaJeteePress⁣ #Turbomeca #Astafan #Astazou #turboprop #Jetstream #Aerospatiale #Fouga #Safran⁣ ⁣ #instaaviation #aviationlovers #flight ⁣ ⁣ #AvGeekSchoolofKnowledge #AvGeekNation #TeamAvGeek https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfre_oiuOyP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
2 notes · View notes
astazing · 2 years
Text
(fic excerpt)
It isn’t easy to tear oneself away from a just-been-fucked Lena Luthor when she’s smiling up at you with wide, shy eyes and rosy cheeks. When her hands are still cradling your face, when her thumbs are still tracing lines across your jawline, across your lips. When she hasn’t let go of you yet, after you’ve been inside her.
Among the things Kara has already learned in their first time together is that Lena comes down from her euphoria deliciously slowly. There’s a long string of wholly insincere “just one more kiss”-es before she even lets go of Kara’s face, and Kara gets drunk on the tiny crinkles of the corners of Lena’s eyes as she smiles at her from a few inches away.
Eventually, Kara extricates herself with a promise that it can’t possibly take more than ten minutes to shower and change clothes, and then she’ll be right back so, so soon. She stands in the warm water with a giddy smile, reluctantly washing away the slickness still coating the fingers of her right hand.
14 notes · View notes
ao3feed-supercorp · 1 year
Text
'Cause Kara is My Boyfriend (Sweet Like Honey)
by astazing
Kara has a cock, and she and Lena are hooking up in secret. Not sure exactly where in the timeline this fits... Lena is CEO of CatCo. She knows Kara is Supergirl.
Anyway, in terms of plot, as much as there is one: Kara has a few too many thoughts when Lena shows up at CatCo unexpectedly, and then Lena locks them in the bathroom to help her out with the resulting issue.
Words: 4067, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English
Fandoms: Supergirl (TV 2015)
Rating: Explicit
Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply
Categories: F/F
Relationships: Kara Danvers/Lena Luthor
Additional Tags: G!P, girlcock blowjob, Oral Sex, Kara Danvers Has a Penis
from AO3 works tagged 'Kara Danvers/Lena Luthor' https://ift.tt/ia0wDUl via IFTTT https://ift.tt/ia0wDUl
13 notes · View notes
usafphantom2 · 4 months
Text
Tumblr media
Falklands war-era Argentinian IA-58 Pucara ground support airplane modernized into ISR platform
Thursday, 11 January 2024 13:10
The IA-58 Pucará's engine replacement program, now known as the Pucará Fénix, has reached a pivotal milestone with the achievement of its remotorization certification from Argentina's Joint Military Aeronautical Airworthiness Directorate (Digamc). This certification, awarded to the Argentine Aircraft Factory (FAdeA), signifies the commencement of the series aircraft's update.
Ezoic
Follow Air Recognition on Google News at this link
Falklands Argentina IA 58 Pucara ground assault airplane modernized into modern ISR Platform 001The Argentinian IA-58 Pucarás will benefit from an engine replacement program (Picture source: FAdeA)
EzoicThis evolution is the result of a collaboration between FAdeA, the Argentine Air Force (FAA), Digamc, and international partners such as Pratt & Whitney Canada P&WC, Hartzell, and IAl. The joint effort bore fruit after over 150 hours of flight testing and 109 test flights, leading to the equipping of each aircraft with two Pratt & Whitney PT6A-62 turboprop engines and Hartzell four-blade propellers.
Ezoic
The Pucará Fénix, formerly a ground-attack aircraft, is now intended for ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) missions. This shift towards modern surveillance functions contrasts with the attack role of the rest of the Pucará fleet.
The project includes a complete modernization of the cockpit and avionics systems, the addition of air conditioning systems, and the removal of obsolete components. The Pucará Fénix thus becomes the platform for the progressive development of the ISR POD, with enhancements such as AESA active antenna radars and EO/IR sensors envisioned in future configurations.
The remotorization certification of the Pucará Fénix represents a significant advancement in modernizing Argentina's aerial arsenal. By pivoting towards ISR capabilities, Argentina is adapting its military equipment to the current demands of defense and surveillance operations.
The development of the IA-58 Pucará, initiated in August 1966 by the Argentine Air Force (FAA), aimed to create an aircraft suitable for close air support (CAS) and counter-insurgency (COIN) missions. The first prototype, named AX-2 Delfin, equipped with 904 hp Garrett TPE331I/U-303 engines, made its maiden flight on August 20, 1969. "Pucará", meaning fortress in the Quechua language, was later fitted with French Turbomeca Astazou XVI G engines in other prototypes.
Constructed entirely of metal, the IA-58 is designed to operate in light guerrilla conditions, with an armored cockpit and windshield and landing gear suited for unprepared runways. It is notable for its ability to take off in just 80 meters using JATO rockets and is designed for simple maintenance. This two-seater is equipped with Martin-Baker Mk 6AP6A zero/zero ejector seats.
The serial version IA-58A, or Pucara Alpha, first flew on November 8, 1974, and was delivered in 1975 to the III Air Brigade, with 108 units built until 1986. The IA-58B, or Pucara Bravo, featured 30 mm DEFA 553 cannons and improved avionics but was built in only one example. Similarly, the IA-58C (Pucara Charlie), a single-seat version with a HUD, IFF, and additional hardpoints, was built in only one example. Finally, the IA-66, equipped with more powerful Garrett engines, was also produced in a single example.
The IA-58 Pucarás were deployed by Argentina during the Falklands War, where, despite their numbers, they were unsuited against an adversary like the British, suffering heavy losses mainly on the ground. They did, however, manage to shoot down a Westland Scout. After the conflict, 11 aircraft were captured by the British, including 4 in flying condition, and 6 are now displayed in museums.
With the emergence of more advanced technologies and the evolution of military requirements, the Pucará began to show signs of obsolescence, particularly in its engines and avionics systems. In response to these challenges, the Pucará Fénix project was launched, aiming to modernize the aircraft through remotorization with Pratt & Whitney PT6A-62 turboprop engines and the update of avionics systems and propellers. This renewal has also led to a significant shift in the aircraft's role, transforming it from a ground attack aircraft to an ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) platform, suited to contemporary needs for reconnaissance and surveillance. The Pucará Fénix is now envisioned as an evolutionary platform, capable of progressively integrating cutting-edge technologies such as AESA active antenna radars and EO/IR sensors, thus marking its transition to a more sophisticated and strategic role in the Argentine military.
@Airrecognition via X
5 notes · View notes
ofwolfandmuses · 1 year
Text
Tumblr media
Is that [JOHN KRASINSKI]? No, that’s [LYSANDER ASTAZE]. The [44] year old [OMEGA] [CISMALE] is a [BUILDER] in the [VENOIS] pack. If you ask their friends, they’re known to be [FRIENDLY] & [KIND-HEARTED], but they urge you to be cautious, because they’re also known to be [METICULOUS] & [VAIN]. Their friends also say that they’re into [PRAISE, MULTIPLE ORGASMS, FLIP-FUCKING] but don’t even think about trying [AGE-PLAY, GORE, MUTILATION] with them.
BASIC INFORMATION;
Name: Lysander Emory Thielman Astaze
Nicknames: Lys, Sander
Age: Forty-Four
Secondary Gender: Omega
Occupation: Builder in the Venois pack
APPEARANCE;  
Height: 6′4
Weight: 235 pounds
Build: Athletic, Toned
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Hazel
Shaved/Trimmed/Natural: Light coating of body hair
Wolf Color: Light Brown with darker brown markings on face
Wolf Size/Build: Average height & build
SEX;
Kinks: Muscle Worship, Dominating, Anal (giving & receiving), Power bottoming, Flip-fucking, Praise (giving & receiving), Eye-Contact, Slow Sex, Flip-Fucking
Anti-Kinks: Bondage (receiving), Age-Play, Diaper-Play, Gore, Mutilation
BIOGRAPHY;
The name Thielman had been a well-known one among the builder’s guild in Egrain, one known for building the best infrastructure that one could need, and even as a pup, Lysander began to learn the family trade. What started out as whittling a stick turned into carving a bird house which turned into him making his own bed when he was eight, and it was clear that he had the same talent that those in his blood possessed. When he wasn’t practicing with wood, though, he was often hanging out with a good friend of his – Syrus. The two of them were thick as thieves, Lysander’s dame having been a childhood friend of Syrus’ dame when they grew up in the same pack, and when you saw one, you usually saw the other.
It got to the point where people began to tease the two pups, joking that they might as well get mated now and be done with it, but little did they know that that very thing would happen. By the time they both presented, they knew that their friendship had turned into something more and it didn’t take long before the two of them began to take the next step, turning their friendship into a relationship, and it wasn’t long after that that they mated at the age of 23. But it was around this time that whispers of dissent was being mirrored by both of their packs, and upon learning he was with child, Lysander urged his mate to leave with the others for a better life. Not just for them, but for the child that they both had.
Leaving with the packs to join Athos had been a great idea. Though pregnant, Lysander did what he could to help build the new village from the ground up – quite literally – and he worked until he popped, birthing their first son. Even with the little one, though, he still worked. Wood-working and building something from nothing was his passion, and he loved seeing the look of joy cross someone’s face upon seeing a new home for their budding family or a child-sized bed for their growing pup. And Syrus was integral in ensuring that the livestock that they brought with them from the royal city survived and thrived, and he knows that it was Syrus’ expertise with the animals that allowed them to blossom and grow into the herd they had today.
Now he and Syrus are happy and content in their lives. Lysander is one of the chief builders in the village and his mate is now third-in-command in his pack, a feat of which he’s ever proud of, and their three children are all grown. Well, just about – their youngest, a sixteen year old, has yet to present, but they know that soon he shall be leaving the nest like his eldest brother and older sister. Part of Lysander wonders if it’s too late for him to bear another child, knowing that Syrus had wanted a big family, and part of him wonders if Syrus resents the fact that they hadn’t had more children.
That would be his only regret, really, but he hopes on Mother Wolf that there’s more time.
4 notes · View notes
athoshq · 1 year
Photo
Tumblr media
EVENT 01: FOUNDERS DAY
In celebration of the day, twenty years ago, when three packs from Egrain left the corrupt royal city to form their own community, all wolves gather to rejoice in the freedom that they have and celebrate their independence from the crown. Wolves are not required to partake in their chores for the day and instead can simply revel in the celebrations that take place - enjoy the beverages that are brewed by the tavern workers (or bought by the tradesmen), the food that has been cooked by the cooks, or even sit around the bonfires and reminiscence about the early days of Athos and how far we’ve come.
There are even competitions to take part in, ones that won’t warrant you any specific prize but will be giving you bragging rights, and you can partake in either a solo venture or a group one. There are three categories in these competitions - hunting, trapping, and fishing - and while you may not win a prize, everyone can rest easy knowing that if they compete and they manage to get something, it will only help to better the community and be added to the food that everyone consumes.
This event will take place starting today at 12 PM EST (now) and end on Wednesday, February 8th at 12 PM EST - however it is all, technically, taking place upon one day.
If you want your muse to participate in one of the competitions, let the main know what category and if it’s for a solo or group, and we’ll add you to the below list (and we’ll use a randomizer to determine who wins).
HUNTING
SOLO:
Matai Zhang
Anthony Hale
Akil Parata
Avery Isarias
Sethan Woods (Winner)
Maleko Kalei’i
GROUP:
Group A: Yric, Silas Rivera, Aurelio Radulfr (Winner)
Group B: Baylor Harcourt, Zion Fitzgerald
Group C: Ronyn Lamoret, River Hanson
FISHING
SOLO:
Lysander Astaze
Castor Rhayos
GROUP:
Group A: Aeron Mazza, Ethan Monroe
Group B: Fengfan Wu, Nix Staves (Winner)
Group C: Bruno Brownhound
TRAPPING
SOLO:
Blaise Ruggiari
Billy Geld
Elsyon Velard (Winner)
Cassius Lockwood
GROUP:
Group A: Qorban Azuara, Jensen Saner
Group B: Arden Ward, Cyrus Arceneaux
Group C: Udele Acker (Winner)
3 notes · View notes
blazingxwolves · 1 year
Text
Tumblr media
Is that [MICHIEL HUISMAN]? No, that’s [SYRUS ASTAZE]. The [43] year old [ALPHA] [MALE] is a/an/the [Third-in-command] of/in the [SABRE] pack. If you ask their friends, they’re known to be [PROTECTIVE] & [FRIENDLY], but they urge you to be cautious, because they’re also known to be [STUBBORN] & [IMPATIENT]. Their friends also say that they’re into [BODY WORSHIP, DOMINATION ] but don’t even think about trying [AGE-PLAY, BATHROOM PLAY] with them.
BASIC INFORMATION:
Name: Syrus Astaze
Nicknames: Sy
Age: Forty-Three
Secondary Gender: Alpha
Occupation: Third in Command of Sabre
APPEARANCE;  
Height: 6'0''
Weight: 198 pounds
Build: Toned, Athletic
Hair Color: Light Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Shaved (abs most of the time)Trimmed (chest hair)
Wolf : Here
SEX:
Kinks: Public Sex, Multiple Orgasms, , Voyeurism, Multiple Partners, Puppy Play, Musk, Sweat, Pits worship (recieving), Wrestling, body worships.
Anti-Kinks: Age-Play, Diaper-Play, Vore,
Position: Top Versatile
BIOGRAPHY
The name Thielman had been a well-known one among the builder’s guild in Egrain, one known for building the best infrastructure that one could need, and even as a pup, Lysander began to learn the family trade. What started out as whittling a stick turned into carving a bird house which turned into him making his own bed when he was eight, and it was clear that he had the same talent that those in his blood possessed. When he wasn’t practicing with wood, though, he was often hanging out with a good friend of his – Syrus. The two of them were thick as thieves, Lysander’s dame having been a childhood friend of Syrus’ dame when they grew up in the same pack, and when you saw one, you usually saw the other.
It got to the point where people began to tease the two pups, joking that they might as well get mated now and be done with it, but little did they know that that very thing would happen. By the time they both presented, they knew that their friendship had turned into something more and it didn’t take long before the two of them began to take the next step, turning their friendship into a relationship, and it wasn’t long after that that they mated at the age of 23. But it was around this time that whispers of dissent was being mirrored by both of their packs, and upon learning he was with child, Lysander urged his mate to leave with the others for a better life. Not just for them, but for the child that they both had.
Leaving with the packs to join Athos had been a great idea. Though pregnant, Lysander did what he could to help build the new village from the ground up – quite literally – and he worked until he popped, birthing their first son. Even with the little one, though, he still worked. Wood-working and building something from nothing was his passion, and he loved seeing the look of joy cross someone’s face upon seeing a new home for their budding family or a child-sized bed for their growing pup. And Syrus was integral in ensuring that the livestock that they brought with them from the royal city survived and thrived, and he knows that it was Syrus’ expertise with the animals that allowed them to blossom and grow into the herd they had today.
Now he and Syrus are happy and content in their lives. Lysander is one of the chief builders in the village and his mate is now third-in-command in his pack, a feat of which he’s ever proud of, and their three children are all grown. Well, just about – their youngest, a sixteen year old, has yet to present, but they know that soon he shall be leaving the nest like his eldest brother and older sister. Part of Lysander wonders if it’s too late for him to bear another child, knowing that Syrus had wanted a big family, and part of him wonders if Syrus resents the fact that they hadn’t had more children.
That would be his only regret, really, but he hopes on Mother Wolf that there’s more time.
1 note · View note
holycafe · 2 years
Text
When you're a twelfth-level intellect and confessing your love for the first time, but you love her so much that even you can't find the right words for it so you have to make up a new one
Tumblr media
92 notes · View notes
uefaru · 4 years
Photo
Tumblr media
Антон Лысяк, корреспондент по “Астане”:
- Заголовок одного из главных спортивных сайтов Казахстана Sports.kz отражает мысли многих болельщиков, во всяком случае, такой вывод можно сделать по комментариям в соцсетях 
0 notes
Link
Chapters: 1/11 Fandom: Supergirl (TV 2015) Rating: Explicit Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Kara Danvers/Lena Luthor, Kara Danvers/Lena Luthor/Nia Nal Characters: Alex Danvers, Kelly Olsen (Supergirl TV 2015), J'onn J'onzz | Hank Henshaw, M'gann M'orzz, Eliza Danvers, Querl Dox Summary:
This is the story of how Lena Luthor finally realizes her dream of making the world better, one family at a time.
Established Supercorp becoming a Kara/Lena/Nia poly relationship. Alex/Kelly and J'onn/M'gann are secondary characters and couples. Brainy makes a few appearances in flashbacks and dreams.
Compatible with canon up to and including 6x09.
Definitely a little nerdy.
3 notes · View notes
astazing · 2 years
Text
(fic excerpt)
Even the isolation of Kara’s alpine retreat could not prevent incoming phone calls from the Tower, with its boosted signal power meant to be able to reach anyone, anywhere. Kara answered her phone with a mouth full of seven-layer lasagna.
“Hi, Alex,” she mumbled, continuing to chew enthusiastically.
“Charming,” Alex said at the noises coming from Kara’s mouth. “Hey, can you come to the Tower? We have a situation we could use you on.”
“Ummmm,” Kara said, swallowing her mouthful of food and glancing over at Lena. “I’m sort of. . . out of town.”
“What? Kara, I just saw you this morning, where are you?”
“I’m kind of, um, at the lake house.”
“The lake house? Why would you be. . . ? Wait. Is Lena with you?”
“She might be.” Lena met Kara’s gaze with a chuckle.
On the other end of the line, Alex sighed heavily. “Okay. I’ll tell the crew we’ll have to get by without you both for a few days.”
“No, Alex, there’s no need for that. It’s just an overnight thing. We’ll be back tomorrow.”
“Kara.”
“What?”
“No, you won’t.”
“What do you mean? Why wouldn’t we be?”
Several hundred miles away, Alex just laughed.
“Alex, we will!” Kara protested.
“Well, I have a crisp $100 that says you are completely full of shit. Want to take that bet?”
Kara pursed her lips. “Yes?”
“K, see you next week,” Alex said. “You two stay hydrated.”
7 notes · View notes
owl-with-a-pen · 3 years
Note
Just wanted to say I have read and reread All The Ways To Show I Care so many times I’ve lost count, but it remains my absolute go-to brainia fic, and my favourite comfort/pick me up content, and I just wanted to say thank you so much for all your hard work! You’re astazing! And we as a fandom are lucky to have you!
🥰🥰 Oh this is so lovely of you, thank you so much! It's an honour to know I've written someone's comfort content and I'm so so glad you've been enjoying my fics!
Thank you so much for taking the time to message!
5 notes · View notes
ofwolfandmuses · 1 year
Text
Tumblr media
Aeron Mazza | Omega | Fenrir Lumberjack
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Ambrose Lacroix | Alpha | Venois Healer
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Blaise Ruggiari | Alpha | Fenrir Miner
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Godric Buchert | Omega | Sabre Ranch-Hand
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Kahn | Alpha | Fenrir Guard
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Lysander Astaze | Omega | Venois Builder
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Makani Parata | Alpha | Fenrir Packmaster
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Matai Zhang | Omega | Sabre Ranchhand
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Omer Nardone | Omega | Sabre Cook
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Qorban Azuara | Alpha | Venois Tailor
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Rahim Shah | Alpha | Sabre Tavern Worker
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Rodrik Miles | Alpha | Sabre Bard
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Sebastian Huster | Omega | Fenrir Tradesmen
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Solomon Volonte | Alpha | Sabre Caregiver
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Talon Nadeau | Omega | Venois Builder
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Victor Callen | Omega | Venois Horticulturist
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Yric | Omega | Fenrir Hunter
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
Tumblr media
Zakar Osterling | Alpha | Venois Blacksmith
INTRO | THREADS | VISAGE
1 note · View note
athoshq · 1 year
Photo
Tumblr media
The following characters have been accepted into Athos! Please get your account ready and send it into the main within twenty-four hours - if you need more time, let the admin team know and we will grant you an extension. We are excited to have you here and we can’t wait to see your characters in action!    
Wolfe as Rodrik Miles with the faceclaim of Rome Flynn
Wolfe as Victor Callens with the faceclaim of Joe Manganiello
Sean as Nix Staves with the faceclaim of Tom Hardy
Fives as Faolan with the faceclaim of Brandon Larracuente
Fives as Keenan Astaze with the faceclaim of Colin O’Donoghue
Melli as Vincent Hale with the faceclaim of Ian Bohen
4 notes · View notes
airmanisr · 3 years
Video
Sud SA.318C Alouette II ‘A41’
flickr
Sud SA.318C Alouette II ‘A41’ by Alan Wilson Via Flickr: c/n 1958 Built 1967 for the Belgian Army where she flew with the serial A41 and the callsign OT-ACB. She joined the museum in 2008. The Helicopter Museum Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, UK 2nd October 2020 The following information is from The Helicopter Museum website:- “Originally developed as a four seat piston-engined helicopter, the Alouette 1 first flew in 1953 but was soon completely redesigned to take advantage of the new turboshaft engine. Pioneered by Joseph Szydlowski, founder of the French company Turbomeca, his new 360shp Artouste engine took advantage of the jet engine principle, adding a shaft to the basic concept to drive the helicopter rotor system. As the SE130 Alouette 2, the new helicopter first flew on 12 of March 1955 and in 1956 became the first turbine-powered helicopter in the world to enter production. Almost immediately one of the first aircraft carried out the world's first high altitude mountain resuce, evacuating the victim of a heat attack from a 4,000m high plateau in the French Alps on 3rd July 1956 The extra performance available revolutionised the use of the helicopter, particularly in hot countries and mountainous regions and versions of the Alouette 2 were soon setting world records, including an initial altitude record in 1958 of 10,984m (36,131ft). In 1972 one variant, the SA315B Lama, established a new aboslute altitude record for helicopters of 12,442m (40,820ft) on 21st June 1972. The official record still stands today In 1961 the SA3180 (later SA318C) variant was introduced with the more powerful Astazou engine and the type continued to be manufactured until 1975. 1324 Alouette 2s were built over the 20 years it was in production. The aircraft on display is an SA318C, built in 1967 and previously operated by the Belgian Army in the reconnaissance, communications, medivac and training role. It was delivered to the Museum on 19th February 2008.
8 notes · View notes
worldofasunder · 4 years
Text
Tumblr media
ASUNDER — [ introduction ]
Dhest Astaze has never been one to believe in fate.
Raised on the streets of a merchant town near the border of Rürien after his mother’s death, the only life he knows is that of a thief. Quick handed and light footed, Dhest becomes infamous for his skills and even more for his evading capture, leading some with coin and greed to spare to seek him out with the intent to hire.
But luck is a fickle friend and fate, it seems, has its eyes on Dhest.
A failed heist that ends in betrayal uproots the entirety of the life he’s built. Forced to leave the only home he’s known, Dhest finds himself on the road with only the clothes on his back, a dragon for a companion, and a troubling realization:
Fate is not done with him yet.
MAIN CHARACTERS:
Dhest Astaze [ 17 (at story’s start) ] — skilled thief, reluctant mage, restless wanderer, mistrustful of the gods, extremely long lived (but not immortal), rather chaotic in his younger years, is now a tired man, still down to fight though
Jor [ age unknown (estimated to be 100 at the story’s start) ] — small for his kind, four eyes and wings like stained glass, moody, used to really hate humans, now genuinely enjoys dhest’s company, talkative for a dragon, avid collector of anything shiny, always down to fight
OTHER DETAILS:
genre: fantasy, adventure, series of short stories
pov: third person limited
status: worldbuilding, outlining some short stories
tropes & themes: hard emphasis on found family, (very) reluctant hero protag, learning to trust, finding one’s place, making peace with yourself, eat the rich and steal their bread, maybe the real treasure was the friends we made
6 notes · View notes