Every industry as its own set of standards protocols, certifications and authorizations, but there is really nothing quite like the checks and balances present in aviation and aviation manufacturing. The manufacturers of aviation parts must have the necessary approvals from the FAA and/or other aviation authorities in order to even begin putting together and sending parts to clients. This is to ensure that every aircraft that takes flight is 100% proofed, ready and able to perform as expected. This is why aircraft maintenance engineers are so vital. They are among the first to put their hands on a piece or part that will eventually help aircraft take flight.
Crosswinds are something that every pilot, crew member, and passenger has most likely experienced at least once. They are winds that come at aircraft on an angle during takeoff, flight, and approach. Crosswinds are the cause of turbulence, and they can affect flight operations, fuel burning, and the comfort of passengers. In this blog, we will discuss the various methods to plan for crosswinds and how they may affect flights.
Fear of flying is a common occurrence. Even people who don’t normally fear boarding an airplane may feel some twinge of anxiety just before takeoff. Known as aerophobia or aviophobia, the fear of flying is a normal fear despite the fact that flight accidents are few and very rare. Many times this fear is triggered by other fears such as claustrophobia (fear of small spaces or acrophobia (fear of heights). Whatever the trigger, fear of flying has been a constant in passenger trends, and if you are among the many who can’t help but get a little nervous while boarding, it may reassure you to know some facts about aviation safety.
If you’ve ever flown on an airplane, then you know what happens before takeoff. You step onto the plane, find your seat, and put away whatever carry-on items you may have. Then once everyone takes a seat, you direct your attention to the front to listen to some very important announcements from the flight attendants. First time flyers tend to listen very intently to the pre - flight safety instructions, but for many frequent flyers, the process is merely a regularity.
Landings are as inevitable as they are crucial to perfect. This blog will break down ten actions you can take to have a smoother and more controlled landing when you fly.
Communication is vital for safety in aviation, as pilots and air traffic controllers communicate to one another to prevent accidents and collisions. Signaling lights are effective means for establishing communications, especially if an aircraft lacks a radio system, or the radio is malfunctioning.
Aircraft maintenance is undeniably expensive, with costs stacking ever higher between parts, labor, and lost opportunity. Many types of repairs can be prevented by following proper inspection and aircraft maintenance procedures however, and in this blog, we’ll break down five of the most common and preventable parts failures, as well as how to keep them from failing.
Despite what you may think, the wings on an aircraft are used as storage. No, it is not your excess luggage, it is actually the fuel for the plane. Aircraft have between three to five fuel tanks which the engine pulls from. As you would expect, one of the fuel tanks is located in the center of the aircraft, but a fuel tank is also located in each wing.
Early aircraft didn’t have brakes, they weren’t necessarily needed because pilots were able to slow down an aircraft by using slower speeds, soft airfields, and the friction produced from the tail skid. However, as aircraft advanced and became faster and heavier, the need for brakes was quickly recognized. Nowadays, every aircraft is equipped with a type of braking system. They are often more complicated than a car’s braking system and they come in a multitude of options.
While aircraft maintenance requirements can be convoluted, the basics are relatively similar. The entirety of a plane and its parts must be regularly inspected according to the Federal Aviation Association (FAA) standards. Aircraft inspection typically involves assessing the condition of various parts and systems especially aircraft brake parts. To ensure an aircraft is fully compliant, one might seek out maintenance practices outlined by the manufacturer, the aid of repair stations, and/or maintenance technicians.
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