Jet engines may dominate the commercial aviation industry, but many airplanes still use propeller engines for propulsion. Propeller engines are commonly found on light aircraft, cargo airplanes and various military airplanes. They are typically more fuel-efficient for short-haul flights than … Read More
Whether you’re doing a home project or working on an aircraft, choosing the right type of adhesive is important. Adhesives, of course, are products that cause objects to stick together. They offer a simple and effective way to join two … Read More
The weight of an aircraft can affect its performance in several ways. Some airplanes are heavier than others. A standard Cessna 172, for instance, weighs about 1,669 pounds without any cargo or passengers. An Airbus A320, on the other hand, weighs … Read More
Monroe Engineering Products announced today that is has completed rebranding Rochester Hills, MI—May 11, 2022— Monroe Engineering Products, a leading manufacturer and distributor of hardware, electrical components, rubber & sealing, and cables & harnesses, has completed an extensive rebranding effort … Read More
Nutplates are commonly used in airplanes and other types of aircraft. Consisting of a threaded hole — along with one or more mounting holes — they allow for blind fastener installations. You can install bolts with nutplates, for instance, while … Read More
While the exact number varies, statistics show that there are roughly 100,000 to 130,000 flights globally on any given day. Many of these flights fall under the category of commercial aviation. Others, however, fall under the category of general aviation. … Read More
Jet engines may dominate the commercial aviation industry, but many airplanes still use propeller engines for propulsion. Propeller engines are commonly found on light aircraft, cargo airplanes and various military airplanes. They are typically more fuel-efficient for short-haul flights than … Read More
Most airplanes don’t use all-mechanical flight controls. Instead, they rely heavily on hydraulics. Hydraulic systems give pilots the force needed to move otherwise large and heavy control surfaces, such as flaps. To learn more about hydraulic systems and how they … Read More
Nutplates are commonly used in airplanes and other types of aircraft. Consisting of a threaded hole — along with one or more mounting holes — they allow for blind fastener installations. You can install bolts with nutplates, for instance, while … Read More
Wire connectors come in a variety of styles. Some of them require nothing more than twisting, such as wing nut connectors. After stripping about 1 inch of insulation off the ends of both wires, you can place the exposed ends … Read More
Landing gear assemblies consist of more than wheels and shock absorbers. From small commuter jets to jumbo-sized commercial airliners, most aircraft landing gear assemblies feature torque links as well. They play an important role in stabilizing the wheels during takeoffs … Read More
Air traffic control (ATC) is synonymous with airports. Consisting of specialists known as “controllers” who operate out of towers, ATC communicates with incoming and outgoing aircraft to ensure safety. Their primary purpose is to maintain separation between all aircraft. While … Read More
Masts are typically associated with marine vessels like ships and boats. Consisting of vertical posts, they are used to hold sails or equipment. Airplanes may not have these same vertical posts, but many of them do have drain masts. What … Read More
Takeoffs require a substantial amount of thrust. While smaller commercial jets like the Boeing 737 weigh around 90,000 pounds, larger jets like the Airbus A380 weigh over 1 million pounds. To become airborne with all this weight, airplanes must produce … Read More
Leaving electrical connectors and ports uncovered may seem harmless enough, but it can lead to connectivity issues down the road. Fortunately, dust caps offer a solution. These small and simple accessories form a physical barrier over electrical connectors and ports. … Read More
