Larry Dighera wrote:
On Wed, 8 Aug 2007 08:19:47 -0500, "Gig 601XL Builder"
wrDOTgiaconaATsuddenlink.net wrote in
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Could someone plese explain who they think is going to buy this?

http://www.aerosml.com/
http://www.aerosml.com/airships.asp
Our Aeros-40D Sky Dragon is FAA Type Certified and was designed to
carry different types of surveillance and monitoring equipment,
including TV broadcasting and infrared cameras. This ability makes
the airship the perfect platform for Surveillance Operations both
for government and commercial applications. The Aeros-40D is also
an ideal aerial platform for Advertising and Promotions as well as
Tourism.

Ok, I'll give 'em this one as long as the weather is good.






http://www.aerosml.com/tourism.asp
The Aeros 40D presents a unique and adventures way to travel. The
airship is superbly suited for VIP rides and the use as a
hospitality suite for entertainment at special events. Because of
its comfort and level of safety, the Aeros 40D Sky Dragon airship
is a system of choice for the tourism application.


Like NFL games and NASCAR races. Oh damn there is a TFR over the stadium but
we can hang out over here 10 miles away. Even if they get a wasiver from the
TFR they are still competeing with skyboxes not aircraft.



Passengers in helicopters or airplanes may enjoy comparable views
but they will never experience the gentle pace of the airship, nor
its spaciousness. The flight characteristics are smooth and
unlikely to upset even the most delicate of stomachs. Another
surprise is the sound, or rather the lack of it. Engines can cut
for gentle and smooth ballooning over scenic landscapes or
sporting events.

Scenic tours present a unique opportunity for the revenue
generation. This activity can be combined with major corporate
sponsorship, doubling the earning potential. The high profile of
the airship is self advertising. The ride in an airship has been
noted as one of the rarest, most sought after and memorable
experiences in a person's life. Such an excursion is peaceful and
serene compared to any other types of scenic air tours. Presently
there are very few service providers competing for this market
worldwide.





Great they might sell a couple for Grand Canyon like flights. The original
story was putting them in competition with biz jets. That's just silly.
People use biz jets because it gets them from point A to point B quickly in
relative comfort. If there were a huge market for slow air service that was
more comfortable there would be a bunch of DC-3s being rebuilt with custom
interiors.