Robin 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 (edited) RICHARD'S BLOG Virgin launches glass-bottomed plane By Richard Branson - I’m thrilled to announce that Virgin has created another world-first with the introduction of the technology required to produce the world’s first glass-bottomed plane. This technological innovation coincides with the start of Virgin Atlantic Airways’ first ever domestic service to Scotland. In 1984 we started the wonderful airline that is Virgin Atlantic. I am incredibly proud of yet another aviation breakthrough which has been years in the making. I can’t wait to experience the first flight for myself with my family and other natural born explorers. 2012 was a year of celebrating what is brilliant about Great Britain and I’m excited that in 2013 we are continuing this uplifting spirit by developing an experience that will enable Little Red passengers to appreciate the beauty of the British landscape. And with an unrivalled view of Scotland I hope this gives Scottish tourism an even bigger boost. We hope to trial the glass bottom technology with other Virgin airlines in time and have asked other Virgin companies to support this innovative trial and launch our new domestic Scottish route. This really is a team effort from all corners of Virgin. By Richard Branson. Founder of Virgin Group Edited August 21, 2013 by Robin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BC Tam 2 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 Well, there goes revenue from belly cargo ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mohd Suhaimi Fariz 2 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 It's either a very LATE or a very EARLY April Fools joke! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alif A. F. 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 So the smart-glass tech will be used ala Boeing 787 windowless shades?. The cabin crews will have hard time adjusting to the 'new' working environment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alberttky 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 No checked baggage allowed? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mushrif A 3 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 Is this a mere regurgitation of an April Fool's joke of some time back? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BC Tam 2 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 ..... Boeing 787 windowless shades? Either cabin decompression will be a persistent issue or it will be very claustrophobic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Naim 6 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 Is this a mere regurgitation of an April Fool's joke of some time back? Yes it appeared on 1/4/2013, and this poster edited and removed the date. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BC Tam 2 Report post Posted August 21, 2013 Yes it appeared on 1/4/2013, and this poster edited and removed the date. Which means Virgin Engineering has had an additional 4.7 months to refine the technology further - cool ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites