The latest, as well as largest, variant of Boeing’s 737 MAX family has completed its maiden flight. In June 2021, the 737 MAX 10 took off from Renton, Washington, after which it flew for a few hours over the Evergreen … Read More
Have you ever wondered why commercial airlines board passengers from the front to the back? Conventional wisdom may lead you to believe that it’s more efficient to board in the opposite manner. Boarding passengers from the back to the front, … Read More
Wing flaps are a common component of most airplanes. As the name suggests, they consist of hinge-like flaps on an airplane’s wings. Most fixed-wing airplanes have flaps on both of their wings. When taking off and landing, pilots will raise … Read More
The way in which military jets are refueled in the air may soon change. In the past, air-to-air refueling (AAR) has typically been performed with a manned tanker. The tanker will fly to the jet’s position, after which it will … Read More
Jet-engine airplanes have become synonymous with commercial airliners. While some commercial airliners are powered by a propeller, most of them are powered by one or more jet engines. There are different types of jet-engine airplanes, however, including twinjet and quadjet. … Read More
New Zealand has become the 11th country to partner with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for the Artemis Accords. In May 2021, Dr. Peter Crabtree, the lead director of New Zealand’s Space Agency, signed the Aremis Accords during … Read More
Not all airplanes are powered by one or more jet engines. While jet engines are undoubtedly common, some airplanes are powered by a turboprop engine. Turboprop engines are used in propeller airplanes. Airplanes with one or more propellers are manufactured … Read More
Flight control surfaces are an important part of all airplanes. Airplanes are designed to generate lift in response to air flowing under and over certain areas. While some of these areas are fixed, others are adjustable. These adjustable areas are … Read More
Virgin Galactic isn’t your typical aerospace manufacturing company. While it designs and manufactures space vehicles, Virgin Galactic is focused on tourism rather than commercial services. Nonetheless, the company founded by Sir. Richard Branson is one step closer to making space … Read More
