Farnborough Air Show 2004: Highlights and Future Developments in Aviation

The video covers the Farnborough Air Show, highlighting military delegations and visitors. It discusses aircraft like the FA 18 Hornet and Eurofighter, and Airbus's innovations such as a common cockpit and fly-by-wire system. Rolls Royce and General Electric's F136 engine development for the Joint Strike Fighter is detailed, along with engineering challenges for short takeoff and vertical landing. The Joint Strike Fighter program aims to deliver advanced strike aircraft affordably.

How many official military delegations attended the air show?

• 35

• 50

• 60

• 42

What is the passenger capacity of the AP 4600 aircraft?

• 420 passengers

• 400 passengers

• 350 passengers

• 380 passengers

What is unique about Airbus's cockpit design?

• It has a touchscreen interface

• It offers a common cockpit across all passenger aircraft

• It is voice-controlled

• It is made of carbon fiber

Which company is developing the F136 engine for the Joint Strike Fighter?

• Rolls Royce and General Electric

• Lockheed Martin

• Airbus

• Boeing

What is the purpose of the shaft-driven lift fan in the Joint Strike Fighter?

• To amplify engine thrust and reduce exhaust temperature

• To improve aerodynamics

• To enhance stealth capabilities

• To increase fuel efficiency