Raked Wingtip Design of the 777
The Boeing 777 has several unique design features that have made the aircraft type a favorite for most airlines. A…
Is it true that a single Boeing 777 engine deliver twice the horsepower of the Titanic?
Things are not as simple as they may seem cursorily. Lets dive in to get the actual facts! Maximum thrust (force) exerted…
Can a Boeing 747 fly upside down?
Flying a Boeing 747 upside down would result in an inability to maintain level flight. The engine power of commercial…
Why should flaps never be used at cruising airspeed?
In one way, cruising speed isn’t the issue. It’s the structural integrity of the flaps or the flap attachment/operational mechanism…
Why do the spoilers of an Airbus A320 operate so much slower than those on a Boeing 737?
There is a difference in spoiler operation logic between the two aircraft. In the Boeing 737, when the spoilers are armed,…
Why doesn’t the 747 stretched upper deck extend all the way to the tail?
You can observe a few things from these diagrams: Rear cabin section Author – Peter Shen
Cetraca Aviation LET 410 (9S-GPB, built 1979) was damaged beyond repair in a runway excursion on landing
Cetraca Aviation LET 410 (9S-GPB, built 1979) was damaged beyond repair in a runway excursion on landing in strong winds…
What are the chances of survival if both engines of an aircraft fail at 36,000 ft?
All planes can glide without engines. Theoretically, the plane can still land perfectly. However, your survival chances really depend on the…
United flight from San Francisco lands in Oregon with fuselage panel missing
Another PDA case as United Airlines Boeing 737-824 plane (N26226) lands safely in Medford, Oregon with a belly fairing panel…
Why is the Boeing 757 called the last of the muscle jets?
The Boeing 757 is often referred to as the “last of the muscle jets” due to its unique characteristics and…