Like birdstrikes, tires blowing are rare but happen from time to time. Again, like birdstrikes, when it does happen, it is usually a non-event (assuming a plane with multiple tires). But, as we know from the “Miracle on the Hudson,” a rare event can occasionally cause a serious accident. In 2000, on one of the […]
March 2024
Is water in an aircraft unfit to drink?
I am a pilot and work for an airline that subcontracts to a major airline and operates regional jets in the livery of the major airline. Regional airlines are not exactly renowned for high levels of service, or for their commitment to spending money on the little things that would be easy to scrimp on. […]
Why is the A380 faster than the B777 even it’s much heavier and the engines produce less thrust than the GE 90 engines?
There is much to consider when answering this question. I’ll attempt to cover some of the key considerations, but not all. Please let me know what think. One of the chief determinants of what economic cruise speed of an aircraft will be like is the sweep of its aerofoils, particularly its wings. (One of many […]
Why does Southwest Airlines only fly one model of plane?
It was the strategy of Southwest to keep only a fleet of 737’s for the following reasons: A. Maintenance and parts are abundant. So they could easily stock needed parts and save time and reduce costs. B. Training on a 737 especially the 200 series was easy and once you have learned the plane and […]