When shopping for drill bits, you may come across tapered bits. They feature a similar design as most other drill bits. The shank part of a tapered drill bit is smooth, followed by a section of helical ridges that’s used … Read More
Of all the avionics in a typical airplane’s cockpits, few are as important as a flight management system (FMS). Pilots use it to perform a variety of tasks. What is an FMS exactly? The Basics of an FMS An FMS … Read More
With the exception of seaplanes, most airplanes feature landing gear. Consisting of nitrogen-filled tires, shock absorbers and other components, it allows them to safely land on runways. There are different types of landing gear, however, including retractable and semi-retractable. What … Read More
Contact adhesive offers a simple and effective way to join two or more objects. You don’t need any special tools. Once applied to the objects, the contact adhesive will cause them to stick together. Contact adhesive, however, is different from … Read More
Ducting isn’t limited to residential heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems. It’s used in many other industries, including aviation. Consisting of hollow and semi-flexible tubes or conduits, it’s responsible for guiding air. How is ducting used in airplanes exactly? Climate … Read More
Air traffic has increased in recent decades. At any given moment, there are approximately 8,000 to 12,000 airplanes flying in the United States. To safely guide these airplanes and minimize the risk of collision, Air Traffic Control (ATC) assigns each … Read More
Do you know the difference between a traditional drill bit and a Jobbers bit? While they are both used in conjunction with a power drill to create holes in objects and materials, they aren’t the same. A Jobbers bit is … Read More
Not all airplanes have straight wings that extend perpendicular to the fuselage. While straight wings are common, some airplanes have wings that extend from the fuselage at an angle. Known as swept wings, they can extend forward or backward. Below … Read More
Do you know the difference between a drill bit and a router bit? While both consist of a metal rod with helical grooves known as flutes, they aren’t the same. Drill bits and router bits are two different types of … Read More
