What is a Minimum Equipment List (MEL)?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. A minimum equipment list is the regulating authority and manufactures legal requirements for an aircraft to fly under specific conditions. The required equipment MUST be operational (unless there is some type of waiver) in order to be “air worthy” and meet “type design”. The minimum equipment list (MEL) for an […]

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How did American Airlines achieve the mirror effect on their aircraft when they still used their old livery?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. American Airlines achieved the mirror effect on their aircraft by using a reflective paint. This type of paint is made up of tiny glass beads that reflect light, giving the appearance of a mirror-like finish. The paint was applied to the aircraft in a specific pattern to create the desired […]

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Aircraft Survival Kit

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. An aircraft survival kit typically contains essential items to aid in survival during an emergency situation. The specific contents may vary depending on the type of aircraft, the intended use, and regulations of the country or airline. However, here are some common items that are often included in aircraft survival […]

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Why is the Rudder on an Airplane split?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. There are few number of reasons. Redundancy is one of the reasons. The lower and upper rudder can be supplied by separate hydraulic systems, so that rudder authority is conserved if one or more hydraulic systems of the aircraft were to fail. In the A380, the rudders also have something […]

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Are Aircraft Cockpit Doors Bulletproof?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. Yes, cockpit doors are typically designed to be bullet-resistant to provide an additional layer of protection for the flight crew. While the term “bulletproof” can be misleading, as no material or structure is completely impervious to bullets, cockpit doors are constructed with the purpose of resisting bullet penetration and mitigating […]

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How do you track a plane?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles. The disappearance of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 has raised the disturbing question of how a modern aircraft packed with communications equipment can apparently vanish without trace. Tracking a plane involves the use of various technologies and systems that enable the monitoring and tracking of aircraft in real-time. The disappearance of […]

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Why are high bypass turbo jets quieter than pure turbo jets?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles High bypass turbojets are quieter than pure turbojets primarily due to the difference in their design and the way they produce thrust. In a pure turbojet engine, the majority of the thrust is generated by the hot exhaust gases expelled from the combustion chamber. These gases are produced by burning […]

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Why Aircraft with T-Tails (elevators on top of the rudder) are dangerous when they stall?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles When an aircraft with a T-tail design stalls, the airflow over the wings becomes disrupted and the aircraft starts to lose lift. At this point, the nose of the aircraft will pitch upwards due to the loss of lift, which causes the elevators on the tail to become less effective. […]

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Why do some big planes still use propeller engines rather than jets?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles Propeller engines are still used in some aircraft, including military and commercial planes, because they offer certain advantages over jet engines. For example, propeller engines are more fuel efficient at lower speeds and altitudes, making them well-suited for short-haul flights and for aircraft that need to fly at low altitudes, […]

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Why are aircraft engines slightly tilted down?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles The main reason for tilting the engines down is to align them with the local airflow at cruise conditions. As you may know, planes fly with a slight nose-up attitude at cruise, which means that the air coming off the wing has a downward angle, called the downwash angle. If […]

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Why is the Dreamliner so successful?

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles The 787 is so successful for stacks of reasons. Here’s the three biggest ones: Cost When the 787–8 was first released, it was offered at just $120 million. That sounds like a lot, but for context that’s cheaper than an A320NEO or 737MAX. It has now risen to a more responsible $200m, […]

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Hydraulic Accumulator

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles A hydraulic accumulator is a pressure storage reservoir in which hydraulic fluid is held under pressure by an external source of energy. The external source can be a spring or a compressed gas. Description:A hydraulic accumulator is a device, typically made of steel, which is divided into two separate chambers. […]

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Mean Aerodynamic Chord (MAC)

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles All the limitations and the definitions related to weight and balance aspects use what is called the Mean Aerodynamic Chord (MAC) or the reference chord (RC). For example, the position of the center of gravity (CG) is usually expressed in terms of percentage (%) of MAC. The safe limits for […]

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Safe-Life & Fail-Safe Design

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles Aircraft Structural Components Design Philosophy – Safe-Life & Fail-Safe Design. An aircraft structural components is the main load carrying member. How efficiently structure will take load depends on structural components design and material.Thus , primary consideration in aircraft design is placed on structural components. There are generally three different types […]

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Maximum Brake Energy Speed VMBE

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles An airplane’s wheel brakes are simply friction devices that are usedby the pilotto deceleratean airplane. By pressingon the brake pedals in the cockpit, the pilot causes pressure to be appliedto a ringof hydraulic pistons on the brakes. These pistonspress together a “stack” of rotating brake disks (“rotors”) and non-rotating brake […]

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Use of speed tapes

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles Dont stress – it is as good as new paint. Speed tape is an aluminium pressure-sensitive tape used to perform minor repairs on aircraft and racing cars. It is used as a temporary repair material until a more permanent repair can be carried out. It has an appearance similar to […]

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AILERONS (Basic)

Ailerons are the primary flight control surfaces that move the aircraft about the longitudinal axis.In other words, the movement of the ailerons in flight causes the aircraft to roll.Ailerons are usually located on the outboard trailing edge of each of the wings.They are built into the wing and are calculated as part of the wing’s […]

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Helicopter Principles of flight and operation

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles Unlike fixed-wing aircraft, the helicopter’s main so is the rotating blade assembly (rotor) mounted atop its fuselage on a hinged shaft (mast) connected with the vehicle’s engine and flight controls. In comparison to airplanes, the tail of a helicopter is somewhat elongated and the rudder smaller; the tail is fitted […]

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What is “Sonic Boom”

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles Many of us have heard a loud explosion when a supersonic aircraft breaks the sound barrier. That explosion is nothing but what we called a “Sonic Boom”. To understand sonic boom, we must first have to learn about sound, basically how it being produced. What is Sound? Sound is produced […]

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𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐬 – Aircraft basics structures

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐬 Sometimes confused with, and referred to interchangeably as 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐬 are spar-like structures that run lengthwise of the airplane’s fuselage or span wise of a wing. The purpose they serve is to transfer loads and stresses from the aircraft’s skin to the formers. Longerons attach to multiple formers and […]

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Using Approved Tools and Ground Support Equipment for Maintenance – Too high pitch-up elevator setting

Event Description An A319 aircraft was preparing for takeoff. During the takeoff roll, the PF initiated the rotation at around 138 kt. The aircraft responded with a high pitch rate, despite limited inputs by the PF, and the pitch angle quickly reached 14°. The flight crew continued the flight and landed safely. When back on […]

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Israel unveils ‘most advanced’ surveillance plane with AI-powered sensors

The Israeli Defense Ministry has unveiled a new surveillance aircraft that integrates artificial intelligence (AI) systems in what officials are calling a groundbreaking development for technology. Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) installed the advanced systems on a Gulfstream G550 jet, adding sensors and the C4I – the IDF’s elite technological unit – to produce “unprecedented intelligence […]

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What factors determine the 15-minute duration of oxygen in airplane emergency oxygen systems?

In most commercial airplanes, passengers receive oxygen through chemical oxygen systems that come in various duration options – typically 13, 15, or 22 minutes. Airlines often choose the 13 or 15-minute systems because they usually provide enough oxygen for emergency situations. In these cases, the aircraft can descend from its cruising altitude to 10,000 feet […]

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CFM identifies 126 engines fitted with fake AOG Technics parts in the latest update

CFM International Uncovers 126 Engines with Erroneously Documented Components from UK Distributor. In a recent revelation, CFM International (CFM), a dynamic partnership between General Electric and Safran SA, has meticulously uncovered a startling truth. A staggering 126 engines, essential to aviation safety, have been tainted with falsely documented components. What’s truly astonishing is that 16 […]

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Aircraft Stall

DefinitionStall is defined as a sudden reduction in the lift generated by an aerofoil when the critical angle of attack is reached or exceeded. DescriptionA stall occurs when the angle of attack of an aerofoil exceeds the value which creates maximum lift as a consequence of airflow across it. This angle varies very little in […]

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What Causes the Sawtooth-Shaped Patterns on Jet Engine Exits?

Discover the remarkable advantages of chevron nozzles in jet engines! These ingenious sawtooth patterns on the trailing edges serve a multitude of purposes, making them a must-have for modern aircraft: Whisper-Quiet Travel:  Chevron nozzles work wonders when it comes to hushing the roar of jet engines.With a staggering noise reduction potential of up to 40%, they […]

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Differences between Symmetrical and Asymmetric Airfoil?

Airfoil shapes can be symmetrical or asymmetrical.Some airfoils are curved differently on the top side than on the bottom. Those airfoils are asymmetrical, because their two sides are differently shaped. Other airfoils are shaped the same on both sides, so they’re symmetrical. Symmetrical Aerofoil The symmetrical airfoil is distinguished by having identical upper and lower […]

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ELEVATORS (Basic)

Visit –https://hub.daddyssolutions.com/demo/debug1/blog/ for more interesting articles The elevator is the primary flight control surface that moves the aircraft around the horizontal or lateral axis.This causes the nose of the aircraft to pitch up or down. The elevator is hinged to the trailing edge of the horizontal stabilizer and typically spans most or all of its width. […]

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How Winglets Work

This Is How Winglets Work What does a winglet do, besides make an airplane look cool? They’re known to increase performance, increasing range and decreasing fuel burn, but why? Winglets oppose the drag wingtip vortices create by harnessing the vortices’ airflow. NASA engineer Richard Whitcomb pioneered the technology in the 1970s, and they’ve become a […]

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Aircraft Fire control

Methods of Aircraft Fire control 1-Detection. 2-Containment. 3-Rapid extinguish. To control Fire we need:- 1-Detection system 2-Extinguishing system Possible locations of fire:- 1-Engine 2-APU 3-Avionics compartment 4-Cargo compartment 5-Lavatories Methods of detecting excessive heat on aircraft :- 1-Overheat detectors. 2-Rate of temperature rise detectors. 3-Flame detectors. 4-Smoke detectors. 5-Observation by crew members. THE IDEAL DETECTION […]

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Bearing: Types, Applications, Failures, Selection, Advantages [Full Guide]

What is a Bearing?A bearing is a mechanical element which allows motion between two rotating parts, with minimum friction. An example of such rotating parts are shaft and its housing. Function of bearingA good bearing is expected to do following functions. It should ensure free rotation with minimum friction. It should support rotating parts and […]

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Constructional Arrangement and Operation of Turbojet, Turbofan,Turboshaft, Turboprop

Constructional Configurations All gas turbine engines consist of the same basic components commonly used in industry.The basic sections are:@air inlet@compressor section@combustion section@turbine section@exhaust section@accessory section Additional terms include hot and cold section. A turbine engine’s hot section includes the combustion, turbine and exhaust sections. The cold section, on the other hand, includes the air inlet […]

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Fuselage of Aircraft

Fuselage is a body of an aircraft to which the wings, tail and Landing Gear units are attached. Spaces from the cockpit cabin, Passenger cabin, Cargo, Controls unit are located inside the fuselage. Design and size of the fuselage varies according to the function to the aircraft. The word fuselage comes from a French word […]

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Boeing E-7A Wedgetail A30-003

Boeing E-7A Wedgetail A30-003 (C/N 33476) operating as “Wedgetail 05” from RAAF Williamtown conducting circuit work (missed approaches, low over shoots and a slow low flyby) into Hobart’s runway 30 Wednesday 06/09/23, prior to a return transit to Williamtown.Graeme Kenderdine photo Source – Down Under Aviation Facebook Page

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Preventing Falls from Height

Falling from an aircraft can cause serious injuries to people. Specific safety equipment is installed on Airbus aircraft, and when used correctly, can prevent falls from height. This article describes the available safety equipment for Airbus aircraft and recalls the basic safety precautions that will help to avoid falling from height injuries to everyone on […]

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A320 Post Flight Report (PFR)

The maintenance Post Flight Report (PFR) can only be printed on ground. It summarizes and displays the list of the ECAM warning messages and the fault messages that occurred during the last flight, with the associated time, flight phase and ATA reference. It helps the maintenance crew to make a correlation for easier troubleshooting. PFR […]

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