Coolant is an essential automotive fluid, but you won’t find it in most airplanes. Whether it’s a small Cessna 172 or a jumbo-sized Airbus A380, most airplanes don’t use it. Airplanes use other types of fluid, such as oil and … Continue reading
The weight of an aircraft can affect its performance in several ways. Some airplanes are heavier than others. A standard Cessna 172, for instance, weighs about 1,669 pounds without any cargo or passengers. An Airbus A320, on the other hand, weighs … Continue reading
Have you heard of hand propping? If so, you might be wondering how it works. Most propeller-driven airplanes are equipped with an electric starter. After turning on the fuel selector and setting the throttle to idle, pilots can activate the … Continue reading
Hail is a relatively common weather phenomenon. Statistics show that the United States experiences an average of 158 days of hail per year. It involves frozen precipitation that manifests in the form of balls or clumps of ice. Given that … Continue reading
Not all rivets are made of the same material. Some of them are made of titanium. Titanium rivets are very strong and durable, but they typically cost more than rivets made of other materials. You can also find rives made … Continue reading
A typical jet engine has thousands of different parts, one of the most important being the air intake. Regardless of size, all jet engines have an air intake. It’s designed to funnel air into the engine so that it can … Continue reading
Screws are one of the world’s most commonly used fasteners. Consisting of a head and a threaded shank, they are used to join two or more parts. You can drive a screw through a set of parts, after which you … Continue reading
Not all runways consist of long, well-paved surfaces. In remote regions, runways may feature gravel or even dirt. Landing on unpaved runways such as these can be challenging. Equally challenging, however, is a short-field landing. Overview of Short-Field Landings A … Continue reading
Washers are often plated to protect against corrosion and premature wear. During production, a thin layer of material is added to the surface. Known as a surface treatment or plating, this protective outer layer shields the washer. While some washers … Continue reading