Ever wonder how flight paths for commercial airliners are chosen? There are roughly 100,000 to 150,000 commercial flights on any given day. Unlike private flights, they typically follow fixed routes and schedules and are open to the public. Each flight … Read More
When most people think of flight control surfaces, they envision ailerons, elevators and rudders. Pilots control these surfaces to perform basic maneuvers during all flight phases. There are also secondary control surfaces, however, such as trim tabs. Overview of Trim … Read More
Jet airliners dominate the commercial aviation industry. They are characterized by a jet engine propulsion system. While some airliners use a propeller-based propulsion system, jet airliners leverage one or more jet engines. They compress and mix air with fuel, after … Read More
Pulley guard pins play an important role in pulley systems. As their name suggests, they are used in conjunction with pulley guards. Pulley guard pins secure pulley guards in place while subsequently shielding the cable. To learn more about pulley … Read More
Choosing the right screw bit is important when using a drill or electric screwdriver to drive screws. Screw bits, of course, are removable tips that fit into the chuck of a drill or electric screwdriver. The tip is shaped to … Read More
Nuts are one of the most commonly used fasteners. They feature internal threads that allow them to mate with the external threads of a bolt. While most nuts have an open top, however, others are closed with a dome-shaped top. … Read More
Airplanes have become quieter over the years. They often feature more aerodynamic bodies, which allows air to flow over them more naturally and with less resistance. They also feature newer engines, such as high-bypass turbofans. Old airplanes, however, often lack … Read More
Fuel-air ratios play an important role in the aviation industry. Whether it’s a small Cessna 172 or a jumbo-sized Airbus A380, most airplanes burn a mixture of fuel and air. They feature engines with fuel feed lines and air intakes. … Read More
Washers play an important role in many fastening applications. Consisting of a metal disc with a hole in the center, they are used to distribute the load of a bolt. Washers essentially distribute the load across a larger area — … Read More
