I came across this article today ... OK so 3D "Printing" has been around for a little while for simple prototyping in plastics ... BUT ...
A 3 meter long Titanium Wing Spar 3D printed in one piece
How long before you guys stop popping over to stores and just "print" the part you need ?
Very exciting technology for aerospace engineering ...
3D Printed Wing Spar
Coff.