Airstairs are a common feature of many commercial airplanes From the Boeing 737 to the Airbus A320, they are used for boarding. Passengers can board the airplane by using its airstairs. What are airstairs exactly, and how do they work? … Read More
Turbofans are commonly used in commercial airliners. Also known as fanjets, they are jet engines that burn fuel and air. Like the internal combustion engines in cars and trucks, turbofans have a combustion chamber. They such air and fuel into … Read More
Airplanes may not have bones, but they do have ribs. Ribs play an important role in the structure of an airplane. From large commercial jets to small commuter airplanes, they serve as the structural foundation of an airplane. What are … Read More
To secure a metal wire or cable, you may need to use a swaging tool. Swaging tools are handheld tools that are designed to create a loop on the end of a metal wire. In many applications — particularly aerospace … Read More
Drain valves are commonly used to remove fluid from storage tanks and systems in airplanes. Like all valves, they regulate the flow of fluid. Drain valves, however, are used specifically for draining fluid. While they are all used for the … Read More
Ever wonder if airplanes have radiators? If you’re familiar with the mechanics of automobiles, you probably know the importance of a radiator. Radiators are devices that work in conjunction with a liquid medium, coolant, to regulate engine temperatures. Coolant will … Read More
Have you heard of avionics? Whether you work in the aviation industry, or if you’re a recreational pilot, you may come across this term. The term “avionics” was originally coined by Phillip Klass during the mid-1900s. Since then, it has … Read More
Are you familiar with the mechanics of electrical switches? From computers and TVs to flight instruments and interactive touchscreens, nearly all types of electronics contain switches. These integrated devices are responsible for controlling the flow of electricity. Here are five … Read More
Ever wonder why the cabin air inside of a typical commercial jet is so dry? Some commercial jets have a relative humidity level of 20%, whereas others have a relative humidity level of just 5%. To put those numbers into … Read More
