Aerospace Engineering

The wings on a typical airplane aren’t completely flat and smooth. Whether it’s a private or commercial airplane, most airplane wings have flags. Wing flaps are designed to minimize both take-off and landing distances. Located on the trailing edge of … Read More

Not all airplanes are powered by jet engines. Some of them are powered by propellers. Technically speaking, propeller airplanes still have engines; they just don’t have jet engines. Propeller airplanes, instead, are powered by a different engine type, such as … Read More

Turbulence is a common phenomenon experienced by airplanes. If you regularly fly — whether for work or leisure — you’ve probably encountered it. Some instances of turbulence are minor, whereas others are more severe. What is turbulence exactly, and how … Read More

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