Aerospace Engineering

AN connectors are commonly used in the electrical systems of airplanes. AN, of course, is a specification derived from the U.S. military. For over a half-century, the U.S. military has used AN-style connectors in airplanes as well as other vehicles. … Read More

Aluminum and carbon fiber are two of the most common materials used in the construction of airplane fuselages. In the past, most commercial airplanes featured an aluminum fuselage. Since the advent of the Boeing 787 and the Airbus A350, however, … Read More

The commercial aviation industry plays an important role in our daily lives. Even if you rarely fly, you may purchase or consume products that are shipped via a commercial airline. Commercial airlines provide flight services so that products can reach … Read More

Have you heard of narrow-body airplanes? If so, you might be wondering how they differ from other types of airplanes. Narrow-body airplanes are common. Like all airplanes, they typically feature jet or propeller-driven engines. What is a narrow-body airplane exactly? … Read More

Two of Boeing’s most iconic series of commercial jets include the 777 and 787. When most people hear the word “777” or “787,” they immediately envision the American aerospace manufacturing company. Boeing has become known throughout the world for its … Read More

The cockpit is one of the most important parts of an airplane. Located within the nose, it contains an array of operational and communications control systems. Pilots will enter the cockpit where they are able to use these controls. While … Read More

Air traffic controllers play an essential role in the commercial aviation industry. Also known as air traffic control specialists, they are responsible for safely guiding airplanes. They monitor the speed and trajectory of airplanes while relaying instructions to pilots. Even … Read More

If you’ve ever observed an airplane passing in the skies overhead, you may recall it leaving a trail of clouds in its wake. Known as contrails, they are a characteristic shared by nearly all jet-powered airplanes. Airplanes that contain one … Read More

Airplanes are complex vehicles consisting of many parts. A typical 787, for instance, is made of 6 million individual parts. Some of these parts are small, whereas others are large. Regardless, each part serves a specific purpose. While airplanes rely … Read More