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7 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Goodyear Blimp turns 100 with unique triple-blimp celebration
The Brief June 3 marks 100 years since the first Goodyear Blimp flight. Since then, the blimps have become icons at games, races, airshows, and other big events. All 3 current blimps are back home for a three-day tour of Akron, Ohio to celebrate the milestone. AKRON, Ohio - When you hear the word "blimp," just one thing likely comes to mind: The Goodyear Blimp. That staple of bowl games and big races officially turns 100 years old on Tuesday. It was back on June 3, 1925 when Goodyear's first blimp, Pilgrim, floated into the sky not far from the company's headquarters in Akron, Ohio. Since then, there have been 31 Goodyear Blimps. Today's blimps are, in fact, not technically blimps, but rather semi-rigid airships, but they still use helium to stay afloat and have the same look, feel, and unique sound as their predecessors, along with the same purpose. RELATED: Newest Goodyear 'blimps' carry on legacy As anyone who grew up in Akron – or near another blimp base – can tell you, it's a special day when you see the blimp. This week, as part of the anniversary celebration, fans have a unique chance to see three. The backstory As far back as 1910, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company sought a use for its products in the nascent aviation industry. Specifically, the company saw a market for rubber-infused coatings for balloons and lighter-than-air craft – like the ones we came to know as blimps. Timeline The first non-rigid airship designed to be flown using helium was the Goodyear Blimp that would be christened Pilgrim. It first flew in 1925 at the company's Wingfoot Lake facility in Suffield, Ohio and eventually logged nearly 95,000 miles as the company's first public relations airship. 1928: The second Goodyear Blimp, Puritan, becomes the country's first permanently licensed airship. 1930: The Goodyear Blimp Defender becomes the first airship in the world to carry a lighted sign. 1941: The attack on Pearl Harbor accelerates Naval airship production. From 1941-1944, Goodyear delivers 154 blimps to the U.S. Navy, most of which were built at the Wingfoot Lake facility. 1946: Goodyear purchases seven blimps back from the Navy, with a five-ship fleet returning to service as Ranger, Volunteer, Enterprise, Mayflower and Puritan. 1955: Goodyear pioneers the world's first live aerial video for a national broadcast, capturing unprecedented views of the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game. 1967: Columbia broadcasts Super Bowl I for CBS. 1969: The GZ-20 model America debuts. The GZ-20 would serve as the basis for the Goodyear Blimp for almost 50 years, featuring a bigger lighted sign and other improvements. 2014: Goodyear and ZLT Zeppelin Luftschifftechnik engineers complete the build of Wingfoot One, the first semirigid NT model Goodyear Blimp which uses a light internal frame. Three more NTs follow, completing the current fleet of four airships. Dig deeper Goodyear's first public relations airship was named Pilgrim. Then, starting with Puritan in 1928, all airships for the next seven decades were named after America's Cup yacht race winners. That tradition ended in 2005; the current fleet of airships is named Wingfoot One, Wingfoot Two and Wingfoot Three. RELATED: Goodyear Blimp gets vintage makeover in honor of its 100th anniversary "Wingfoot," of course, is a reference to the company's corporate logo, the winged shoes of the Roman god Mercury. In 1916, the lake where the blimp hangar would be built was given the name Wingfoot Lake for the same reason. For decades, it was the site of a park for use by Goodyear employees and their families, but now is a state park open to all. Local perspective While Goodyear has been celebrating the blimps' big milestone all year, the main event will be this week in Northeastern Ohio, where residents still step outside to look up when they hear the characteristic drone of the blimps' engines droning overhead. All three North American blimps – the fourth, based in Europe, will not participate – will fly home to Akron for a series of triple-blimp flyovers at the Wingfoot Lake hangar where they were built, along with other stops around the area. Blimp fans can see the craft around Akron from Tuesday through Thursday, weather-permitting. The Source Information for this story came from Goodyear and previous FOX Local reporting, including flights aboard the blimps.
Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Niacinamide face creams: Our top 8 picks for a blemish-free, spotless, and bright skin
Talk about skin wonders and niacinamide would probably top the list of some of the best ingredients that you can trust for a spotless, blemish-free skin. Niacinamide helps regulate sebum production, brighten your skin tone, reduces acne, fades the blemishes, and minimises the pores, giving you a spotless, clear skin. Along with all these skin benefits, niacinamide also helps in reducing the signs of ageing like fine lines, wrinkles, and more, enhancing your skin's elasticity. So, for all those who wish to get a spotless, blemish-free skin, trust our list of top 8 niacinamide creams. Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Moisturizer delivers lightweight hydration while minimising enlarged pores and reducing shine. This face cream is designed for combination to oily skin, and its gel texture absorbs quickly, leaving a soft matte finish. Niacinamide in this cream works to refine skin tone, while antioxidants protect against environmental stress. This non-greasy moisturizer balances oil and moisture levels for a refreshed, shine-free complexion all day, making it ideal for acne-prone skin. Olay Niacinamide Face Cream hydrates and brightens your skin with every application. This cream works to even out skin tone and reduce dark spots. It also absorbs smoothly without greasiness, leaving skin supple and glowing. This face cream is suitable for daily use, strengthens the skin barrier and improves skin texture. It is perfect for normal to dry skin types and promotes youthful radiance. Cetaphil Moisturising Cream provides intense hydration for both face and body. Designed for sensitive skin, its fragrance-free formula soothes dryness and strengthens the skin barrier. The creamy texture spreads easily, absorbing quickly to offer long-lasting moisture without feeling heavy. This cream is ideal for daily use, keeps skin soft, resilient, and balanced. Dot & Key Cica + Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturizer calms and hydrates sensitive, acne-prone skin. Its ultra-light gel formula features Cica to soothe inflammation and Niacinamide to regulate sebum and brighten complexion. It gets absorbed instantly, leaving skin fresh and oil-free. This cream is ideal for humid climates and oily skin, reduces redness and prevents breakouts while keeping the skin barrier healthy. Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Moisturizer offers balanced hydration, using Glycerin and Niacinamide to soothe and restore the skin. This cream is ideal for sensitive or reactive skin, and its gentle formula absorbs quickly, providing a calm, hydrated finish. Free from harsh chemicals, it helps reduce redness and fortify the skin barrier. This dermatologist-developed face cream nourishes without clogging pores, ensuring long-term comfort and resilience with daily use. Pilgrim's Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer hydrates without weighing skin down. With Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid, this cream balances oil production and refines pores while locking in moisture. Its gel consistency absorbs quickly, making it perfect for oily and combination skin. This non-comedogenic moisturizer supports clear, glowing skin and strengthens the skin's natural barrier. It's 100% vegan and enriched with Korean beauty ingredients for everyday nourishment. Earth Rhythm Phyto Niacin Moisturiser brightens and repairs skin using a botanical blend of Niacinamide and plant extracts. It offers lightweight, daily hydration that improves skin clarity and reduces pigmentation. The non-sticky formula helps even out skin tone while boosting elasticity. This cream is suitable for all skin types, supports healthy cell regeneration and enhances the skin's natural glow. It is cruelty-free and formulated for eco-conscious skincare routines. Aqualogica Radiance+ Jello Moisturizer delivers intense hydration with a unique jello-like texture that instantly melts into the skin. Packed with Watermelon Extract and Niacinamide, it revives dull skin and boosts radiance. The non-oily, lightweight formula suits all skin types and provides a dewy, fresh finish. Its water-locking properties keep skin plump and hydrated all day, while Niacinamide brightens and smooths for a healthy glow. Top 8 makeup brush kits to blend your makeup like a pro; Get flawless look in minutes Best CC creams for a flawless skin: Top 8 picks that even out your skin tone beautifully Keep your glow game on point with these top 8 Strobe creams for instant radiance Best lip plumpers for fuller and plumper lips: Top 7 picks for that pout perfect selfie Niacinamide, also known as Vitamin B3, is a powerful skincare ingredient known for its anti-inflammatory, brightening, and barrier-strengthening properties. It helps improve the appearance of enlarged pores, uneven skin tone, fine lines, and dullness. Niacinamide face creams can help: Reduce redness and inflammation Minimize the appearance of pores Even out skin tone and fade dark spots Strengthen the skin barrier Improve skin elasticity and texture Regulate oil production It's suitable for most skin types, including sensitive, oily, acne-prone, and mature skin. Always patch test if you have very sensitive or reactive skin. Apply it after cleansing and toning, ideally on slightly damp skin. Follow with sunscreen in the morning or a moisturizer/oil at night if desired. Yes. Niacinamide pairs well with most actives, including hyaluronic acid, peptides, AHAs/BHAs, and retinol. It helps reduce irritation from stronger treatments. Disclaimer: At Hindustan Times, we help you stay up-to-date with the latest trends and products. Hindustan Times has an affiliate partnership, so we may get a part of the revenue when you make a purchase. We shall not be liable for any claim under applicable laws, including but not limited to the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, with respect to the products. The products listed in this article are in no particular order of priority.
15 hours ago
- Automotive
The iconic Goodyear Blimp is 100. To celebrate, a flight over Ohio
The iconic Goodyear airships are taking a victory lap over the skies of an Ohio city this week. The Akron-based tire company is celebrating the 100th anniversary of 'Pilgrim,' its first blimp to take flight just outside of the city on June 3, 1925. Goodyear began experimenting with vessels that would be lighter than aircraft in the early 1900s, and the dirigibles have since become a lasting and iconic symbol of the corporate brand. For some, it evokes nostalgia, while for others it offers a glimpse into a larger-than-life part of advertisement history. Here is a by-the-numbers look at Goodyear airships over time: Goodyear establishes an Aeronautics Department to build lighter-than-air aircrafts, and by 1912 the company had built its first balloon. In 1930, the 'Defender' blimp became the first airship in the world to carry a lit neon sign so the company's name could be seen after dark. Goodyear began making airships for the U.S. Navy in 1917, and its first blimp — the first commercial non-rigid airship flown using helium — launched years later, becoming a marketing tool. From 1942 to 1944, the company built more than 150 airships for the Navy to serve in World War II, flying patrol over warships on the seas with zero reported loss of ships when a blimp was on watch. The Goodyear Blimp has been a regular at major sporting events since flying above the 1955 Rose Bowl. A few years later, it became a service vehicle for television coverage while simultaneously functioning as a highly visible advertising platform. Since that time, blimps have undergone wholesale changes and improved dramatically: steering technology; safety innovations; high-definition cameras; aerial views captured with specialized systems that compensate for movement during filming, resulting in stable and smooth footage footage; and much quieter rides thanks to relocated engines and propellers. There currently are four Goodyear Blimps — the three in the U.S. and one in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Today's Goodyear Blimps are semi-rigid dirigibles, meaning they have an internal frame as compared to previous eras of blimps that could be fully deflated. In 2014, Goodyear transitioned to the New Technology semi-rigid airship platform designed to allow for improved maneuverability and speed. The Goodyear Blimp is 246 feet long (75 meters), which would cover about 80% of a football field. It is 58 feet (18 meters) high and holds three Olympic-sized swimming pools' worth of helium. Goodyear gets helium for its blimps from multiple sources. Because helium is a finite resource, the company purifies its helium every six to eight weeks to extend its life. The blimp travels more than 100 days per year, with trips ranging anywhere from three days to three weeks. A crew of nearly 20 people travel with the airship whenever it is touring. Today's Goodyear Blimps fly between 1,000 and 1,500 feet (305 meters and 457 meters) in the air and travel at speeds up to 73 miles per hour (117 kilometers per hour). There currently are fewer blimp pilots in the world than astronauts, according to Goodyear, which has 10 full-time pilots. To serve in that job, you must have a commercial pilot license followed by approximately 250 hours of training to earn an additional lighter-than-air airship rating from the Federal Aviation Administration. The blimp has covered more than 2,500 events and taken more than 500,000 passengers for rides, according to Goodyear. Former President Ronald Reagan might be the most famous passenger, but it was rapper Ice Cube who raised the blimp's street cred when he included a line about it in his 1992 song titled 'It Was A Good Day.'
Yahoo
18 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
The iconic Goodyear Blimp is 100. To celebrate, a flight over Ohio
The iconic Goodyear airships are taking a victory lap over the skies of an Ohio city this week. The Akron-based tire company is celebrating the 100th anniversary of 'Pilgrim,' its first blimp to take flight just outside of the city on June 3, 1925. Goodyear began experimenting with vessels that would be lighter than aircraft in the early 1900s, and the dirigibles have since become a lasting and iconic symbol of the corporate brand. For some, it evokes nostalgia, while for others it offers a glimpse into a larger-than-life part of advertisement history. Here is a by-the-numbers look at Goodyear airships over time: 1910 Goodyear establishes an Aeronautics Department to build lighter-than-air aircrafts, and by 1912 the company had built its first balloon. In 1930, the 'Defender' blimp became the first airship in the world to carry a lit neon sign so the company's name could be seen after dark. Goodyear began making airships for the U.S. Navy in 1917, and its first blimp — the first commercial non-rigid airship flown using helium — launched years later, becoming a marketing tool. From 1942 to 1944, the company built more than 150 airships for the Navy to serve in World War II, flying patrol over warships on the seas with zero reported loss of ships when a blimp was on watch. New Year's Day 1955 The Goodyear Blimp has been a regular at major sporting events since flying above the 1955 Rose Bowl. A few years later, it became a service vehicle for television coverage while simultaneously functioning as a highly visible advertising platform. Since that time, blimps have undergone wholesale changes and improved dramatically: steering technology; safety innovations; high-definition cameras; aerial views captured with specialized systems that compensate for movement during filming, resulting in stable and smooth footage footage; and much quieter rides thanks to relocated engines and propellers. 4 blimps There currently are four Goodyear Blimps — the three in the U.S. and one in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Today's Goodyear Blimps are semi-rigid dirigibles, meaning they have an internal frame as compared to previous eras of blimps that could be fully deflated. In 2014, Goodyear transitioned to the New Technology semi-rigid airship platform designed to allow for improved maneuverability and speed. 246 feet The Goodyear Blimp is 246 feet long (75 meters), which would cover about 80% of a football field. It is 58 feet (18 meters) high and holds three Olympic-sized swimming pools' worth of helium. Goodyear gets helium for its blimps from multiple sources. Because helium is a finite resource, the company purifies its helium every six to eight weeks to extend its life. The blimp travels more than 100 days per year, with trips ranging anywhere from three days to three weeks. A crew of nearly 20 people travel with the airship whenever it is touring. Today's Goodyear Blimps fly between 1,000 and 1,500 feet (305 meters and 457 meters) in the air and travel at speeds up to 73 miles per hour (117 kilometers per hour). 10 blimp pilots There currently are fewer blimp pilots in the world than astronauts, according to Goodyear, which has 10 full-time pilots. To serve in that job, you must have a commercial pilot license followed by approximately 250 hours of training to earn an additional lighter-than-air airship rating from the Federal Aviation Administration. 2,500 and 500,000 The blimp has covered more than 2,500 events and taken more than 500,000 passengers for rides, according to Goodyear. Former President Ronald Reagan might be the most famous passenger, but it was rapper Ice Cube who raised the blimp's street cred when he included a line about it in his 1992 song titled 'It Was A Good Day.'
San Francisco Chronicle
18 hours ago
- Automotive
- San Francisco Chronicle
The iconic Goodyear Blimp is 100. To celebrate, a flight over Ohio
The iconic Goodyear airships are taking a victory lap over the skies of an Ohio city this week. The Akron-based tire company is celebrating the 100th anniversary of 'Pilgrim,' its first blimp to take flight just outside of the city on June 3, 1925. Goodyear began experimenting with vessels that would be lighter than aircraft in the early 1900s, and the dirigibles have since become a lasting and iconic symbol of the corporate brand. For some, it evokes nostalgia, while for others it offers a glimpse into a larger-than-life part of advertisement history. Here is a by-the-numbers look at Goodyear airships over time: 1910 Goodyear establishes an Aeronautics Department to build lighter-than-air aircrafts, and by 1912 the company had built its first balloon. In 1930, the 'Defender' blimp became the first airship in the world to carry a lit neon sign so the company's name could be seen after dark. Goodyear began making airships for the U.S. Navy in 1917, and its first blimp — the first commercial non-rigid airship flown using helium — launched years later, becoming a marketing tool. From 1942 to 1944, the company built more than 150 airships for the Navy to serve in World War II, flying patrol over warships on the seas with zero reported loss of ships when a blimp was on watch. New Year's Day 1955 The Goodyear Blimp has been a regular at major sporting events since flying above the 1955 Rose Bowl. A few years later, it became a service vehicle for television coverage while simultaneously functioning as a highly visible advertising platform. Since that time, blimps have undergone wholesale changes and improved dramatically: steering technology; safety innovations; high-definition cameras; aerial views captured with specialized systems that compensate for movement during filming, resulting in stable and smooth footage footage; and much quieter rides thanks to relocated engines and propellers. 4 blimps There currently are four Goodyear Blimps — the three in the U.S. and one in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Today's Goodyear Blimps are semi-rigid dirigibles, meaning they have an internal frame as compared to previous eras of blimps that could be fully deflated. In 2014, Goodyear transitioned to the New Technology semi-rigid airship platform designed to allow for improved maneuverability and speed. 246 feet The Goodyear Blimp is 246 feet long (75 meters), which would cover about 80% of a football field. It is 58 feet (18 meters) high and holds three Olympic-sized swimming pools' worth of helium. Goodyear gets helium for its blimps from multiple sources. Because helium is a finite resource, the company purifies its helium every six to eight weeks to extend its life. The blimp travels more than 100 days per year, with trips ranging anywhere from three days to three weeks. A crew of nearly 20 people travel with the airship whenever it is touring. Today's Goodyear Blimps fly between 1,000 and 1,500 feet (305 meters and 457 meters) in the air and travel at speeds up to 73 miles per hour (117 kilometers per hour). 10 blimp pilots There currently are fewer blimp pilots in the world than astronauts, according to Goodyear, which has 10 full-time pilots. To serve in that job, you must have a commercial pilot license followed by approximately 250 hours of training to earn an additional lighter-than-air airship rating from the Federal Aviation Administration. 2,500 and 500,000 The blimp has covered more than 2,500 events and taken more than 500,000 passengers for rides, according to Goodyear. Former President Ronald Reagan might be the most famous passenger, but it was rapper Ice Cube who raised the blimp's street cred when he included a line about it in his 1992 song titled 'It Was A Good Day.'
