Skytyping, the stinis family's aerial legacy

Skytyping, the stinis family's aerial legacy

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Architecture

11th Grade - University

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Greg Stennis, owner of Skytypers, shares the history and techniques of skywriting, a method pioneered by his father in 1931. The technique evolved from single-plane skywriting to using multiple planes for faster and more efficient skytyping. Greg explains the precision and expertise required, with pilots having extensive flying hours. Skytyping involves creating large messages in the sky, with each letter as tall as the Empire State Building. The Stennis family has a rich legacy in skywriting, spanning 120 years, and Greg takes pride in continuing this tradition with his son.

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What is the typical size of a sky typing message in terms of characters?

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Why does Greg enjoy skywriting?

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