How Is Engine Oil Routed Within Subsystems of Aircraft Engines?
Engine oil is routed through various internal components for lubrication and cooling.
How A Turbine Disk Failure Led To A Boeing 767's Hull Loss in 2016
An American Airlines Boeing 767 incurred a hull loss before leaving the runway at Chicago O’Hare Airport.
How Much Do Jet Engines Cost?
A jet engine can cost between $50,000 and $50 million depending on the size and power capability.
How Jet Fuel Is Routed Within Aircraft Engines
Jet fuel passes through various subsystems before being ignited for combustion.
Why Passengers' Fingerprints Are Taken Upon Arrival At US Airports
Arrival fingerprinting allows border officials to minimize fraudulent entries.
How Often Do Jet Engines Require Overhauls?
The time between overhauls depend on a variety of operational factors.
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What Was The Airline Deregulation Act?
While new airlines emerged, several existing airlines went bankrupt.
Top 5: Aviation's Closest Near Misses
These near misses are listed according to the likelihood of occurrence and the severity of potential impact.
What Are The Pods Found Under An Aircraft's Wings?
The aerodynamic pods under the wings streamline the flap track mechanism.
Surviving A Long-Haul Flight: 5 Top Tips
Being in a physical and mental comfort zone is essential to survive a long-haul flight.
The Story Of Fort Lauderdale's Sloped Runway
With one end of the runway at ground level, the opposite end reaches a six-story tall cliff.
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China Airlines Flight 605: The Boeing 747-400's First Hull Loss
A brand new Boeing 747-400 incurred a hull loss just five months after it was built.
How Is Aircraft Engine Performance Measured?
Internal pressure and temperature are two of the major parameters that determine the aircraft engine performance.
Why Do Modern Jet Engines Have Such Large Fans?
The primary reason for having a large ducted fan at the inlet is to increase fuel efficiency and reduce output noise.
The Tragedy Of EgyptAir Flight 990
Twenty-three years ago, on October 31st, 1999, an EgyptAir Boeing 767-300ER crashed into the Atlantic Ocean, killing all 217 people on board.
Continental Airlines Flight 1883: The Boeing 757 That Mistakenly Landed On A Taxiway
Sixteen years ago, on October 28th, 2006, a Boeing 757-200 landed on a taxiway due to a runway misidentification.
50 Years Ago Today The Airbus A300 Made Its First Flight
The world’s first widebody twinjet aircraft, the Airbus A300, performed its maiden flight on October 28th, 1972.
How Are Airliner Engines Overhauled?
Aircraft engines go through a step-wise overhaul process that includes cleaning and inspection, disassembly, repair or replace, assembly, and testing.
The Economics Of Short & Long-Haul Flights
Fuel efficiency, carbon footprint, and aircraft maintenance are some of the key criteria in determining the economics of short and long-haul flights.
Once The UK's Largest Independent Airline: The Story Of British Aviation Services
With prominent acquisitions and diverse air services, the British Aviation Services became Britain's largest independent airline in 1956.