What Is The Shortest Runway A Boeing 747 Can Land On?
Jumbo jets need a lot of space, but let's examine the minimum needed for landing, and what factors come into play.
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What Happens When An Aircraft's Engine Fails: A Pilot's Perspective
An engine failure in a multi-engine aircraft is a rare event. However, it can still happen.
Cessna 182Q Hits Road Vehicle In Buckingham During Landing Attempt
On August 24, the Cessna 182 left tire marks on the roof of a passing car.
What Is Lift-To-Drag Ratio And How Is It Optimized At Different Phases Of Flight?
The lift-to-drag ratio must be optimized for each phase of flight.
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Airports Explained: A Guide To The Various Runway Markings & Lights
The runway markings and lighting are essential for the safe operation of aircraft.
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Why Do Aircraft Take Off And Land Into The Wind?
Taking off and landing in the wind is a priority for aircraft, dictating everything from runway direction to speeds.
Why Madeira Airport's Approach Is So Challenging
Difficult conditions on the Portuguese island often bring out the best in pilots.
Aircraft Lighting: The Rules And Roles
The lighting system on an aircraft is a key system.
How Do Aircraft Spoilers & Speed Brakes Work?
The spoiler panels, when they are extended in the air, act also as speed brakes which helps to increase the rate of descent of the aircraft.
Why Runway Excursions Happen & How They Can Be Prevented
Runway excursion-related accidents and incidents are more common than we usually think.
Tail Strikes: A Pilot's Perspective
A few weeks back, we heard the news of an Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787 suffering from a tail strike during landing.
Korean Air Airbus A330 Overshoots Runway During Landing In The Philippines
Flight KE631 overshot the runway at Mactan Cebu International Airport.
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The Dangers of Wake Turbulence And How It's Managed By Pilots
An aircraft that encounters the tip vortices of another aircraft, can experience something called wake turbulence.
Instrument Landing Systems: Everything You Need To Know About ILS
The Instrument Landing System (ILS) was first introduced in the late 1930s, even before the outbreak of World War II.
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Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787 Damaged On Landing In DR Congo
The damaged aircraft was just two years old.
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How Do Pilots Decide When To Begin Their Descent?
The typical descent for an airliner is performed at a 3-degree angle.
How Aquaplaning Can Impact Aircraft Operations
Aquaplaning is a common wet weather threat for all pilots.
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How Wind Jet Flight 243 Was The Result Of Pilot Error
The story of how a Windjet Airbus A319 landed short of the runway in Sicily.
What Each Light Means On An Aircraft's Fuselage
Confused about why there are so many lights on an aircraft? We find out the reasons!
The Main Sources Of Aircraft Noise & The Steps Taken To Reduce Them
Lets take a look at what causes noise from airplanes and what measures are taken to abate its impact.