Airplanes rely on landing gear to safely take off and land. Located in the undercarriage, it consists of wheels that essentially allow airplanes to drive or roll on the runway. Without landing gear, airplanes wouldn’t be able to safely land. … Read More
Ever wonder what the world’s largest aircraft is? That accolade goes to the Hybrid Air Vehicle (HAV) 3014/Airlander 10. Developed in 2012, it towers above all other types of aircraft. As shown in the image to the left, the Airlander … Read More
The reign of the once-popular McDonnell Douglas MD-80 and MD-90 jets is coming to an end. Earlier this month, the United States’s third-largest airline announced that it was retiring both MD series. Delta Air Lines says it will fly the … Read More
If you’ve ever watched airplanes land at an airport, you may recall the graceful way in which they glide down to the runway. They don’t just drop the sky. Rather, airplanes land by gradually descending while simultaneously lowering their altitude. … Read More
NASA is expecting to save some serious dough thanks to its partnerships with SpaceX and Boeing. The government-run space agency recently announced that the partnerships will save it an estimated $20 billion to $30 billion — along with other benefits. … Read More
Airplanes consume a substantial amount of energy during flight. Not all of this energy, however, is spent on powering the engines. Airplanes consume energy to power all their electronic devices, including cabin lights, exterior lights, cockpit controls and more. Thankfully, … Read More
Boeing is expected to restart the manufacturing of its 737 MAX jet by the end of the month, signaling the start of a revival for the company’s once-troubled airliner. The fourth generation of the 737 family, the 737 MAX is … Read More
Stabilizers are an important component of an airplane. They live up to their namesake by “stabilizing” the airplane and, thus, preventing unwanted movement. Whether it’s a commercial jet or a private propeller airplane, most airplanes are designed with stabilizers. There … Read More
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is preparing to launch a new standardized training program for pilots looking to earn their wings. In recent years, aviation officials have expressed concern over the shortage of pilots. Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun, for … Read More
