The Finer Points Of Unpowered Flight

This is another artwork in the Airship Series that seems to have taken flight … uh oh, sorry. I imagine the handbook is full of tips and tricks from many an airship captain with unpowered flight experience. Below is an imaginary excerpt from this imaginary handbook from the past.

The Finer Points Of Unpowered Flight ©2025 Eric Hatheway

  • Unpowered flight, much like a waltz through the clouds, relies on a delicate balance between buoyancy and grace. The finer points of this airy dance include:
    • 1. Understanding thermals: These warm pockets of rising air are your best friends, lifting you higher with just a gentle nudge.
    • 2. Mastering soaring techniques: Learn to navigate the invisible currents and glide smoothly, letting the wind be your guide;
    • 3. Embracing patience: In the world of unpowered flight, success often comes to those who let the breeze dictate the tempo, savoring the journey as much as the destination. So, unfurl those wings of imagination and take to the skies—where nature’s whispers can turn your dreams into a reality!

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Eric Hatheway is a formally trained fine artist, visual designer and photographer based in Tulsa, Oklahoma U.S.A. Eric successfully combined a marketing degree and an art degree to create a design studio that operated in Tulsa for 25 years serving clients around the world. Currently, Eric works by special arrangement and commission with an emphasis on designing brands, fine art production and photographic works.

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