A Unity Air Zanzibar Embraer EMB-120, registration 5H-MJH performing a flight from Zanzibar to Kikoboga (Tanzania) with 30 passengers and 3 crew, was on approach to Kikoboga when the crew reported problems with their landing gear. The aircraft subsequently landed at 03:40L (00:40Z) but suffered the collapse of the right hand main landing gear, veered […]
November 2023
Why is there an altitude limitation on operating the slats/flaps on the A320?
The altitude limitation on operating the slats/flaps of the A320 aircraft exists because Airbus did not conduct tests on the flaps and slats at altitudes above 20,000 ft. This decision was made because testing the effects of flaps and slats at higher altitudes becomes more complex. As the aircraft ascends, the impact of compressibility on […]
Satellite-based landing system
This particular feature allows pilots to execute “straight-in” approaches to airports through the utilization of satellite positioning, even in scenarios of poor visibility. The implementation of this feature, known as SLS, was initially carried out by Airbus in 2015 for *CAT1 approaches, and was supported by the European GNSS Agency (GSA) – now EuSPA – […]
Fly2Sky A320 at Lagos and Asaba on Nov 26th 2023, aircraft flew to wrong airport
A Fly2Sky Airbus A320-200 on behalf of United Nigeria Airlines, registration LZ-FSA performing flight UN-504 from Lagos to Abuja (Nigeria), departed Lagos’ runway 18L, turned east and continued on a straight heading towards Asaba (Nigeria) rather than turning northeast towards Abuja and landed on Asaba’s runway 11 about 47 minutes after departure. Passengers reported cabin […]
What is the zero fuel weight of an airplane?
It is the aircraft weight after we subtract the fuel from the equation. So, for instance if the aircraft has take off weight of about 65000 kgs and out of it 12000 kgs is the fuel, then the zero fuel weight is (65000 – 12000) = 53000 kgs. The zero fuel weight is not a […]
Why Are Planes’ Landing Gear Tilted?
The main reason why the landing gear of an airliner tilts is to make the aircraft more stable during takeoff and landing. The wheels on the landing gear are not parallel to the fuselage, but are set at an angle. This allows the aircraft to have a lower center of gravity and to be more […]
How safe is the Boeing 737 MAX series?
The B737 Max is probably the safest aircraft in recent history. It has a long production and usage for all its models and marques, and has been the subject of a re-certification which has been prolonged, intense, and extensive. Not only has there been a design review of the mechanical, electronics and computer systems, but […]
Side Stick Or Yoke?
Aircraft safety is paramount in all aviation operations. At the same time, airline operators have to look at ergonomics and how they influence pilot performance. Although Airbus and Boeing cockpits are largely similar in terms of displays and flight controls, one significant difference exists: Side Sticks and yokes. How do they affect flight safety and pilot experience? The Airbus uses a Side […]
Can turbulence cause structural failure in airplanes?
Turbulence can cause structural failure in airplanes, but it is very rare. Airplanes are designed to withstand significant turbulence and are regularly maintained to ensure their structural integrity. However, severe turbulence can cause damage to an airplane and, in rare cases, result in structural failure. It is important to note that turbulence can also cause […]
What happens if a door of the aircraft opens during flight?
If a door of an airplane opens during flight, it can be a dangerous situation. The sudden change in cabin pressure can cause the aircraft to lose altitude rapidly and can cause injury to passengers and crew. Additionally, the rush of wind and noise can make it difficult to hear or communicate with others. The […]
What is the purpose of the split winglets on the 737 Max?
More specifically, Boeing refer to these as Advanced Technology winglets, or AT winglets for short. Over the current technology winglets, Boeing say AT gives a 1.5% fuel burn efficiency whilst also providing more lift. This extra lift component is vectored away from the fuselage, effectively creating more lift whilst not actually lengthening the wingspan horizontally. This is […]
Are anti-ice an option or mandatory when flying in cold weather and a high altitude? How serious of an issue is forgetting to turn anti-ice on?
Anti-icing systems are an option for aircraft, but they are typically mandatory in cold weather and high altitude conditions. This is because ice can form on an aircraft’s wings, tail, and other surfaces, which can greatly reduce the aircraft’s lift and cause it to stall or crash. Forgetting to turn anti-ice on is a very […]
In the A320, what action or control input triggers the activation of the ground spoilers?
In the A320, spoilers play a crucial role in various phases of flight, including takeoff, landing, and in-flight speed control. The aircraft is equipped with five spoiler surfaces on the wings, each serving specific functions. Spoiler number 1 functions as a ground spoiler, extending only when the aircraft is on the ground. Spoilers 2, 3, […]
Aircraft Recovery Process
When aircraft veers off or overruns the runway during landing or takeoff, this is called a runway excursion. After this happens, aircraft cannot operate independently. Therefore, it must be removed from the runway. That way, it doesn’t lead to long runway closure. Process of moving the aircraft from the incident area to repair area is […]
Ethiopian Airlines expands Boeing 737 MAX fleet 5 years after fatal crash
Ethiopian Airlines announced, on Tuesday, a deal with Boeing that will see the company buy 20 737 MAX aircraft, as well as 11 additional 787 Dreamliners during the Dubai Air Show. The east African airline CEO Mesfin Tasew, says it’s only the beginning. “This is just the first phase. We expect to do another round […]
TAROM AT72 at Budapest on Nov 12th 2023, tyre damage on landing
A TAROM Avions de Transport Regional ATR-72-212A, registration YR-ATL performing flight RO-237 from Bucharest Otopeni (Romania) to Budapest (Hungary) with 71 passengers and 4 crew, landed on Budapest’s runway 31R but blew both left hand main tyres. The aircraft attempted to turn off the runway via a high speed turn off but came to a […]
What does RAT MAN signify when it comes to the switch on an A320 aircraft?
Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. The aircraft has two switches for manually extending the RAT, one on the hydraulics control panel and the other on the emergency electrical configuration panel, both found on the main overhead panel. The RAT is designed to automatically deploy when it detects a loss of two AC generators, resulting in […]
Can jet engines melt?
Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. Yes. Gas turbine engine designers jump through hoops to keep that from happening. They create turbine blades out of special heat resistant, high-strength allows and with holes and internal ducting through which coolant is pumped: They coat the turbine blades with insulating cermics: And they carefully control the fuel-air mix, […]
Runway overrun due to unstable approach caused by pilot error
Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. “Why are you swimming in the water?” 30 years ago on 4 Nov 1993Runway overrun due to unstable approach caused by pilot errorat Kai Tak Airport, British Hong Kong Aircraft type Boeing 747-409. Operator China AirlinesIATA flight No. CI605ICAO flight No. CAL605Call sign DYNASTY 605Registration B-165Flight origin Chiang Kai-shek International […]
Fatal accident rate per million departures
Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. All modern passenger airliners are incredibly safe as they have multiple redundancies and fail safes. Even the planes with the worst track records in history are somewhat safer than we think. Judging by the flight hours, neither aircraft has seen enough service to produce an accurate result for us to […]
BAe Jetstream Bird strike
A BAe Jetstream 31 belonging to Lanhsa Airlines received major damages to its nose Radome due to a big bird hit , and the aircraft made an emergency landing at Puerto Lempira Airport (PEU/MHPL). No further incident reported. 📸NOTICIAS MUSKITIAHN Source – FL360Aero
JetBlue aircraft collides with moving vehicle
JetBlue plane was damaged on Monday after it collided with a pushback tractor after it left the gate at San Francisco International Airport and was preparing for departure to Boston. Photos and videos shared on social media showed how the pushback tractor became wedged underneath the left-hand engine of the Airbus A321 aircraft, although the […]
What is the working method behind CAT III landing system?
Categories of Instrument Landing Systems (ILS) The ILS is categorized into three different categories: CAT I, CAT II, and CAT III. CAT III is further divided into three subcategories: CAT IIIa, CAT IIIb, and CAT IIIc. Each category has specific requirements and limitations regarding visibility and decision heights (DH). CAT IIIb and CAT IIIc allow […]
What happens when an aircraft stalls during takeoff?
When an aircraft stalls during takeoff, it means that the airflow over the wings is no longer sufficient to produce lift for the aircraft to remain in the air. This can happen for a variety of reasons, such as an incorrect takeoff configuration, a malfunctioning engine, or a pilot error. When an aircraft stall occurs, […]
When 2 planes are about to collide, how does the TCAS decide which plane should climb, and which should descend?
The Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) uses a specific algorithm to determine which aircraft should climb and which should descend when two planes are on a collision course. The algorithm takes into account the relative positions, speeds, and altitudes of the two aircraft, as well as their projected flight paths. When two TCAS-equipped aircraft are […]
Update – Titan A21N at London on Oct 4th 2023, lost 3 windows, stabilizer damage after filming event
Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. On October 4, Titan Airways Airbus A321neo (G-OATW) on a ferry flight to Orlando was forced to return to London Stansted Airport after excessive noise in the cabin. After landing, AAIB found three cabin windows were missing, and there was also damage to the left stabilizer. AAIB has opened an […]
Total six aircraft of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) have been damaged/destroyed in an ongoing attack by unknown gunmen
Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. Total six aircraft of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) have been damaged/destroyed in an ongoing attack by unknown gunmen inside the PAF Mianwali Airbase in Pakistani Punjab. Multiple fatality in the Airbase suspected. It’s being said, below aircraft could be among the destroyed assets of the airbase. One Refueler Tanker.One Multirole […]
Should Boeing 737 Max be refitted with three angle of attack (AOA) sensors given the risk uncovered from recent accidents?
Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. The issue of the Boeing 737 Max having only two angle of attack (AOA) sensors, instead of three, has been identified as a contributing factor in the two accidents that occurred in 2018 and 2019. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other aviation regulators have mandated that all 737 Max […]
Weighing an Aircraft
Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. Depending on the number of wheels, the weighing might have to be done in pairs of wheels. For example, each nose wheel would go onto a separate scale. Pairs of main wheels (side by side pairs, that is, not fore and aft) would be weighed together. It can be a […]