Comments for Burnelli

Comment on Safety by Arjen

Arjen — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:25:45 +0000

There are so many, very good alternatives for todays airplanes. Most of them invented a long time ago allready.

Strangely, even when you study these designs and proof that there is no snag somewhere, they doesnt seem to be able to compete with the conventional aircraft.

Lifting bodies are interesting for a few other reasons too: In case of safety: the low aspec ratio makes it more stall and spin resistant, and it stays better controlable at lower speeds.

Comment on Burnelli in the News by admin

admin — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:50:13 +0000

While we believe that showing a new design would be very appealing, we don’t believe the situation is as clear-cut as you seem to make it. There are people of all ages with imaginations. There are also people of all ages without imagination. We have recently had several students express interest in Burnelli and have contacted us. They obviously can see the potential. As you state, others probably don’t. We will add your suggestion to our list and act upon it when we are able. Do you know any artists who might be willing to help for a nominal fee?

However, it is true that showing a new design would be very appealing. The time will come when we are able to do so. Are you prepared to

Comment on Relevant questions to ask in relation to plane crashes by admin

admin — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:35:57 +0000

Thanks for the kuddos! We too had heard that Mr. Zavala was writing a book but he has consistently pushed back the publication date so don’t hold your breath. Maybe someone else will beat him to it!?

Comment on Relevant questions to ask in relation to plane crashes by palpcaso

palpcaso — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:48:46 +0000

This is a great website. I am curious, though, is anybody writing a book about Mr. Burnelli and his amazing aircraft. I’d read on http://www.geocities.com/equipmentshop/nexthercules.htm that Mr. Ernest Zavala was writing about Burnelli aircraft but I have been unable to find any information. Keep up the good work.

Comment on Burnelli in the News by Joglo

Joglo — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:23:56 +0000

You ask, “How do we get more coverage about this safer, more efficient design in the media? Would you like to see more reports in the news?”

The design idea needs to be sold to the younger generation.
Relying on old photos and descriptions, hoping that people will see for themselves how good it could be, has proven to be getting nowhere.

I’m an old Burnelli convert from way back, but I don’t see any new sales pitch that would grab the imagination of anyone younger than around 50 years of age.

To get the show back on the road, the whole idea needs to be completely revamped and brought up to date.
Even Vincent’s last concept design, the GB-888 is now old hat, especially as far as the younger generation is concerned.