Runways play an essential role in commercial aviation. As you may know, they are stretches of natural or manmade surfaces on the ground that airplanes use for takeoffs and landings. All airports have runways. They provide pilots with a safe … Read More

Windshield wipers aren’t limited to cars, trucks and other automobiles. They are commonly found on many other types of vehicles, including airplanes. Commercial airplanes use windshield wipers to improve visibility during bad weather. When activated, the wipers will move back … Read More

Have you heard of push-on retainers? They offer a simple and effective fastening mechanism. As their name suggests, push-on retainers are designed to be “pushed on” objects. You can use them on any cylindrical object, such as a shaft or … Read More

If you work in the aviation industry, you may have heard of the term “seat pitch.” It’s commonly used to describe the legroom in cabins. For a better understanding of seat pitch, keep reading. Overview of Seat Pitch Seat pitch … Read More

Do you know the difference between piston and turboprop airplanes? Whether it’s a private or commercial, wide body or narrow body, all airplanes have one or more engines. Engines generate thrust, which propels airplanes through the air so that they … Read More

Whether you’re a pilot, an aviation mechanic, or you simply enjoy learning about airplanes, you’ve probably heard of maximum takeoff weight (MTOW). It’s an important specification to which all airplanes must adhere. For a better understanding of MTOW in aviation … Read More

Lighting is an essential component of all airplanes. From cabin and cockpit lights to navigation lights, taxi lights and even headlights, they play a key role in visibility. Rather than only using incandescent lights, however, many airplanes now use light-emitting … Read More

When an airplane approaches an airport, passengers typically expect it to land. There are instances, however, in which airplanes may circle over the runway before landing. Known as a go-around, it’s a common procedure in commercial aviation. What Is a … Read More

If you’re planning to use solid rivets, you may want to invest in a rivet compression tool. Solid rivets, of course, are mechanical fasteners consisting of a smooth cylindrical shank and a round head. They are commonly used in applications … Read More