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Airplanes have become quieter over the years. They often feature more aerodynamic bodies, which allows air to flow over them more naturally and with less resistance. They also feature newer engines, such as high-bypass turbofans. Old airplanes, however, often lack … Continue reading →

Fuel-air ratios play an important role in the aviation industry. Whether it’s a small Cessna 172 or a jumbo-sized Airbus A380, most airplanes burn a mixture of fuel and air. They feature engines with fuel feed lines and air intakes. … Continue reading →

Washers play an important role in many fastening applications. Consisting of a metal disc with a hole in the center, they are used to distribute the load of a bolt. Washers essentially distribute the load across a larger area — … Continue reading →

When most people think of tape, they envision traditional cellophane tape. Consisting of transparent cellophane with adhesive on one side, cellophane tape is commonly used in classrooms and offices. In the aviation industry, other types of tape are typically used, … Continue reading →

Airplanes can have hundreds of thousands or even a million individual parts. Some of these parts are well-known, such as the landing gear and control surfaces. Other parts, however, are often overlooked. Magnetic chip detectors fall under the latter category. … Continue reading →

Ever wonder how airplanes are able to take off from and land on unpaved runways? Unpaved runways often contain small rocks or gravel. If an airplane has one or more jet engines, it may suck up debris such as this. … Continue reading →

Do you know the difference between light jets and very light jets? Business jets are often categorized by size. There are large jets like the Embraer Legacy 600 and 650, and there are mid-size jets like the Learjet 45 and … Continue reading →

Jet engines may dominate the commercial aviation industry, but many airplanes still use propeller engines for propulsion. Propeller engines are commonly found on light aircraft, cargo airplanes and various military airplanes. They are typically more fuel-efficient for short-haul flights than … Continue reading →

Most airplanes don’t use all-mechanical flight controls. Instead, they rely heavily on hydraulics. Hydraulic systems give pilots the force needed to move otherwise large and heavy control surfaces, such as flaps. To learn more about hydraulic systems and how they … Continue reading →