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Closer Than We Think! - terrafamilia - 06-27-2022

Just for a little diversion, some future developments through the eyes of the late 50's/early 60's.
https://clickamericana.com/topics/discoveries-inventions/home-future-space-age-inventions-1958-1961

I'm still waiting for the rocket-powered airliner catapult.

Ciao,

Terrafamilia


RE: Closer Than We Think! - stevebowers - 06-27-2022

The 'Downtown Heliport' concept was attempted on the Pan Am building in New York, with unfortunate results.
[Image: Downtown-heliports-Futuristic-vintage-cartoon.jpg]

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There are numerous problems associated with helipads, some of which can be solved, but others will remain troublesome for the foreseeable future.