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 – […]
aircraft landing gear
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 […]
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 […]
Extra Landing Gear
Looking at the bottom of an A340 you’you well see that there are already two other sets of landing gears under the wings. the extra landing gear allows the A340 aircraft to have a higher MTOW (maximum take-off weight). This means more passengers and cargo, plus more fuel to go a longer distance. Perfect for […]