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Can you use drones in aircraft inspection and maintenance?
The use of drones in aircraft inspection and maintenance represents a transformative shift in the aviation industry, enhancing safety, efficiency,…
The most common reasons that can result in an airplane engine shutting down during a flight
Inflight shutdowns of aircraft engines, though relatively rare, represent a significant concern in aviation safety and operational efficiency. These shutdowns…
What happens when aircraft brakes overheat?
If a brake overheats on an aircraft there is a very real danger of the increased heat causing the tyre…
High-Lift Aerofoils: The Engineering Behind Superior Lift Performance
High-lift aerofoils are the unsung heroes of aviation, allowing aircraft to take off and land safely at low speeds without…
ECC and FADEC: MOTOR CONTROL
The evolution of engine control systems has played a crucial role in advancing aircraft performance and reliability. The first Electronic…
American B738 at Colorado Springs and Denver on Mar 13th 2025, engine vibrations, engine fire after landing
An American Airlines Boeing 737-800, registration N885NN performing flight AA-1006 from Colorado Springs,CO to Dallas Ft. Worth,TX (USA) with 172…
PIA A320 at Karachi and Lahore on Mar 12th 2025, dropped main wheel on departure
A PIA Pakistan International Airlines Airbus A320-200, registration AP-BLS performing flight PK-306 from Karachi to Lahore (Pakistan), departed Karachi’s runway…
PT25 Sensor in CFM56-7B, B737-700/800/900
In the world of aviation, engine management is crucial for ensuring safe and efficient flight operations. One critical component of…
Magnetic Chip Detector Probe
A “magnetic chip detector probe” is a small, specialized device used in machinery, particularly in lubrication systems like engine oil filters,…
Southwest Airlines plane aborts landing to avoid colliding with private jet at Chicago Midway Airport (ATC conversation included)
In the most recent air mishap at a US airport, a business aircraft and a commercial airliner barely avoided colliding on a Chicago airport runway. ATC conversation- According to the Federal Aviation Administration, a business jet entered the runway without permission, forcing the South-west Airlines flight to abort a landing at Chicago Midway The South-west aircraft circled and re-approached the landing, a move known as a “go-around.” The National…