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Keeping Cool: How Jet Engines Avoid Overheating
Specific mechanisms must be in place to control the overheating of jet engines.
Which Factors Affect The Range Of An Aircraft?
When it comes to an aircraft's performance, range is an important factor.
How Do Pilots Decide When To Begin Their Descent?
The typical descent for an airliner is performed at a 3-degree angle.
Aerodynamic Phenomenon: A Detailed Look At the Coffin Corner
Explanations about the coffin corner are sometimes vague or lack in detail.
Rear Vs Wing-Mounted Engines: Advantages And Disadvantages
It is rare to find rear-mounted engines in commercial aircraft these days.
How Pilots Set Engine Power When Taking Off
Setting the thrust incorrectly could lead to a significant accident.
How Do Airbus & Boeing Aircraft Differ On A Technical Level?
There are several differences in design and operational philosophies.
How Do Jet Engine Startup Procedures Work?
A series of steps must be followed for an engine start up process.
Why Do Airliners Takeoff With Reduced Thrust?
The reduced takeoff thrust procedure increases engine durability, lowers maintenance costs, and increases engine reliability.
Pilot Insight: How Perfect Airplane Landings Are Done
The approach and landing are among the most critical flight phases.
What Is ACARS & How Do Pilots And Airlines Use It?
Not so long ago, a system was introduced primarily for communication between pilots and airline operations.
Low Visibility Operations: A Pilot's Perspective
These days, airliners can take off and land in very low visibility conditions, but still not zero visibility.
What Happens When An Aircraft Loses Cabin Pressurization?
How do pilots and passengers respond in the event of a depressurization?
What Are The Different Speeds Used To Fly An Aircraft?
The most critical parameter required to fly an aircraft safely.
Which Illusions Can Pilots Encounter While Flying?
As pilots, understanding possible illusions, at least at a basic level, is quite important.
How Will Qantas Manage Its Pilot Duty Times On Project Sunrise Flights?
Flights from Sydney/Melbourne to London/New York will take 20-plus hours and become the longest in the world.
What Leadership Skills Are Expected From An Airline Pilot?
Out of the non-technical skills that are expected from a pilot, leadership is probably the most important.
Explained: The Working Principles Of TCAS
TCAS is highly reliable and is an integral part of aircraft operations.
The Ins & Outs Of Airline Operations Management
An in-depth guide to the responsibilities of those managing an airline.