Butt splice connectors and ring terminals are commonly used in aircraft electrical systems. They are small accessories that attach to wires. Butt splice connectors and ring terminals, however, are used for different purposes. What Are Butt Splice Connectors? Butt splice … Read More

When shopping for nutplates, you may come across capped nutplates. Also known as anchor plates, nutplates serve as anchor points for threaded fasteners. You can rivet or otherwise secure a nutplate in place, after which you can connect the end … Read More

Contrary to popular belief, leaded fuel is still around. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) phased it out in the mid-1990s — but it allowed for certain exceptions. New cars, trucks and other automobiles are now prohibited from using leaded … Read More

Airplanes today are designed with many different failsafe systems, one of which is a Ram Air Turbine (RAT). RATs are auxiliary power systems. If an airplane loses power, the RAT will kick in. It will provide emergency power to keep … Read More

Sealants offer quick and easy leaks. You can seal gaps, holes and open spaces by applying a sealant. In the aerospace industry, silicone rubber sealant is a popular choice. It’s used for the same sealing-related applications as other types of … Read More

The airframe is an important part of an airplane. Encompassing the fuselage, wings, tail assembly and undercarriage, it’s the main mechanical structure. All airplanes have an aiframe. When designing airplanes, aerospace manufacturers must choose the right materials for the airframe. … Read More

Turnbuckle barrels are commonly used with aircraft cables. As shown in the adjacent photo, they feature a threaded barrel. You can run an aircraft cable through a turnbuckle barrel. After adjusting the cable to the appropriate tension, you can lock … Read More

Exterior lights are commonly found on airplanes. When staring up at the night sky, you may notice them illuminated on the bodies of airplanes. Both civilian and commercial airplanes feature exterior lights. Some of the most common types of exterior … Read More

Airplanes have their own speedometers to measure the speeds at which they fly. Known as an airspeed indicator, it’s a flight instrument found inside the cockpit. Pilots can refer to the airspeed indicator to determine their airplane’s speed. Using this … Read More