GE’s 747 Test Bed Flies Over Upstate

Spotting a giant, odd-looking plane over Plattsburgh? That wasn’t just a random flyby—it was GE Aerospace’s 747 Flying Test Bed, teamed up with BETA Technologies for aerial photography and engine testing. Military involvement? None. This modified Japan Airlines 747, acquired in 2010 and repurposed for critical engine R&D, recently rolled into the Champlain Islands after testing in Ohio earlier this year, pushing engines to their limits. It’s a mobile lab, based in California, vital for confirming next-gen engine safety and reliability. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/484e9756c6fccb45