Monday, July 07, 2008





Why Fly When You Can Float?

As the cost of fuel soars and the pressure mounts to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, several schemes for a new generation of airship are being considered by governments and private companies. "It's a romantic project," said Mr. Massaud, 45, sitting amid furniture designs in his Paris studio, "but then look at Jules Verne."


I say go for it. A post-steampunk age needs some posh dirigibles drifting overhead.

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

Yeah, it's about time for some Meadpunk. Syd Mead that is, not the ancient alcoholic beverage.

Mac said...

I feel the need for Mead!

Ray said...

Looks pretty cool to me.

Philip Shropshire said...

I want to live in one in those like Bond, James Bond. Even though its closer to Shield's Heli Carrier...I'm Fury, Nick Fury.

Anonymous said...

Need for Mead.

Now that's a racing video game I'd play.