I am fortunate that flying in unusual or novel aircraft comes with the territory in my job, but my latest assignment to visit the "big three" engine makers for our May 23 propulsion special was noteworthy for the sheer variety of types flown over a short span of days.
Video: a ride on GE's flying test bed
See Also
Photo Gallery: Testing the Big Engines
Behind The Scenes Of P&W’s Production Plan
Check 6: Guy Norris discusses his visits to General Electric, Pratt & Whitney and Rolls-Royce
Automation Is Key To Pratt & Whitney Ramp-up Plan
Preparing To Test the World’s Largest Engine
Positioning GE’s Flight-Test Operation for the Future