Prior to departure, what data is typically entered into the Flight Management System (FMS) as part of the pre-flight setup?
In the Airbus A320, pilots adhere to a mnemonic known as “DIFSRIPP” to systematically set up the Flight Management and…
What is “Sonic Boom”
Many of us have heard a loud explosion when a supersonic aircraft breaks the sound barrier. That explosion is nothing…
𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐬 – Aircraft basics structures
𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐬 Sometimes confused with, and referred to interchangeably as 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐬 are spar-like structures that run lengthwise of the airplane’s…
Using Approved Tools and Ground Support Equipment for Maintenance – Too high pitch-up elevator setting
Event Description An A319 aircraft was preparing for takeoff. During the takeoff roll, the PF initiated the rotation at around…
What factors determine the 15-minute duration of oxygen in airplane emergency oxygen systems?
In most commercial airplanes, passengers receive oxygen through chemical oxygen systems that come in various duration options – typically 13,…
CFM identifies 126 engines fitted with fake AOG Technics parts in the latest update
CFM International Uncovers 126 Engines with Erroneously Documented Components from UK Distributor. In a recent revelation, CFM International (CFM), a…
Aircraft Stall
DefinitionStall is defined as a sudden reduction in the lift generated by an aerofoil when the critical angle of attack…
How do pilots determine the “point of no return” during a flight, and what significance does it hold in aviation operations?
In aviation, there’s a critical concept known as Equal Time Point (ETP), often utilized in Extended Range Twin Engine Operations…
What Causes the Sawtooth-Shaped Patterns on Jet Engine Exits?
Discover the remarkable advantages of chevron nozzles in jet engines! These ingenious sawtooth patterns on the trailing edges serve a…
Differences between Symmetrical and Asymmetric Airfoil?
Airfoil shapes can be symmetrical or asymmetrical.Some airfoils are curved differently on the top side than on the bottom. Those…