MINI AIRCRAFT

MINI AIRCRAFT

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The video discusses the innovative solution to traffic congestion by flying over roads. Michel Colombant from Paris introduces a lightweight, pocket-sized commuter airplane, the smallest two-engine aircraft in the world. The aircraft weighs 136 pounds, is 12 feet long, and has a 15-foot wingspan. It can be assembled in five minutes and was built in Colombant's workshop with family help. The aircraft is powered by two chainsaw engines, achieving 125 miles per gallon at 125 mph. This efficient and economical design is highlighted as a remarkable achievement.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What problem does Michel Colombant's aircraft aim to solve?

Traffic congestion

High fuel consumption

Expensive travel costs

Noise pollution

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weight of Michel Colombant's commuter airplane?

150 pounds

136 pounds

200 pounds

120 pounds

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long does it take to assemble the aircraft?

Thirty minutes

Five minutes

Ten minutes

One hour

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of engines were used to power the aircraft?

Car engines

Chainsaw engines

Motorcycle engines

Lawnmower engines

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much fuel does the aircraft consume at a speed of 125 miles per hour?

Half a gallon

One gallon

Two gallons

Three gallons