Comments on: Defense Department Tests Blimp over D.C.

By: John

John — Thu, 30 Sep 2004 22:12:05 +0000

And maybe they could even go for an "extreme" version, and replace the helium with hydrogen! Much better lift from the lighter gas, after all.

By: Signifying Nothing

Signifying Nothing — Thu, 30 Sep 2004 02:28:56 +0000

Cutting edge technology
James Joyner is amused that the DoD is testing the use of blimps for surveillance in Washington, something he believes was pioneered by the Goodyear Corporation several decades ago. I just wonder how much the toilet seats onboard cost.

By: Eric

Eric — Wed, 29 Sep 2004 18:08:31 +0000

Perhaps they could be adapted for trans-Atlantic travel?