The Science Behind Recycling Airplanes
No airplane lasts forever. Even when properly maintained, most airplanes last for an average of 20 to 40 years. Technically, the lifespan of airplanes is measured ...
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Airbus Now Using Drones to Deliver Packages to Ships
While most known for its jets, some of which include the A220, A300, A310, A318, A319 and A350, Airbus produces a variety of aerospace products, including ...
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Why Do Airplanes Have Swept Wings?
If you look at commercial airplanes -- as well as many privately owned airplanes -- you'll probably notice that most have swept wings. In other words, ...
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Boeing Reveals 777x Launch Date
It's been a long time in the making, but Boeing is preparing to officially launch its new 777X jet. Powered by brand-new GE9X engines and featuring ...
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What Are Trim Tabs on Airplanes?
Trim tabs have been used in airplanes for decades. Typically found on the outer edges of the ailerons, rudders and elevator, they live up to their ...
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SpaceX and Boeing to Send Astronauts to ISS
Both SpaceX and Boeing are planning to send astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) within the next few months. Last weekend, SpaceX launched its Dragon ...
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Airbus Projects 90 More Unit Sales in 2019 Compared to Last Year
Amidst recent news of the A30's cancellation, Airbus still going strong in the commercial aerospace industry. When speaking to the press during the company's annual news ...
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6 Fun Facts About the Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Originally introduced 2011 with All Nippon Airways, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner has become one of the most popular mid-size jets used by commercial airlines. Even if ...
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Why Do Some Airplanes Have Curved Wingtips?
While nearly all commercial airplanes have two wings, the way in which these wings are designed varies. Some airplanes, for example, have flat wings, whereas others ...
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Boeing Secures Contract to Develop Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs)
While most known for building commercial airliners like the 737, Boeing is a major player in underwater submersibles. In fact, it was just awarded a contract ...
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How Autopilot Works In Modern-Day Airplanes
It's not uncommon for modern-day airplanes -- especially larger commercial airplanes -- to have an autopilot system. Even if you're unfamiliar with the mechanics behind autopilot ...
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Will Airbus Stop Producing the A380?
Originally introduced Oct. 25, 2007 with Singapore Airlines, the A380 is Airbus's latest family of commercial jets. Featuring two decks and four engines, it's touted as ...
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Why Do Airplanes Leave a White Smoke Trail in Their Wake?
When you look up the sky on a clear and sunny day, you may see white smoke trails left behind by passing airplanes. Most people have ...
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Boeing Still Contemplating Whether to Launch New Mid-Sized Jet
Boeing is still considering whether to launch a new mid-sized jet. Earlier this month, the aerospace manufacturing giant said it hadn't made a decision yet. Market ...
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AHA Holdings Orders 30 Planes From Boeing
ANA Holdings has placed an order for an additional 30 planes from Boeing. The The Japanese commercial airline company has already ordered 20 planes from Boeing, ...
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Boeing Completes First Test Flight of Flying Taxi
The concept of flying taxis has been presented in countless science-fiction movies and novels, but Boeing is one step closer to turning this bold idea into ...
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Why Are So Many Airplanes Painted White?
The next time you fly, look outside at the airport's tarmac and you'll probably discover that most of the airplanes waiting to take off have a ...
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Aireon to Develop Plane-Tracking Satellite Network
Statistics show that flying is inherently safer than driving. For every 1 billion passengers who travel via a commercial airliner, only 7.2 fatalities occur. In fact, ...
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Brazil Gives Boeing and Embraer Joint Venture the Green Light
Boeing and Embraer can proceed with their planned joint venture. Earlier this month, federal officials with the Brazilian government approved the proposed joint venture between the ...
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How Are Airplanes Electrically Grounded?
Grounding is essential to creating a safe environment when using high-powered electrical devices. If a device malfunctions and begins drawing a dangerous amount of current, grounding ...
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