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How An Aircraft's Glide Performance Is Crucial In Engine Failure Situations
Contrary to popular belief, airplanes do not come crashing down when all engines fail.
How Airport Radar Works & What It Is Used For
There are two types of airport radar systems: primary and secondary.
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What Are Altimeters & How Do Pilots Use Them?
The primary measurement for altitude of an aircraft comes from a pressure altimeter.
The Ins & Outs Of An Aircraft's Electrical System
Even the most critical components of aircraft such as the flight control systems require electricity to function properl...
Why Do Pilots Measure Airspeed In Knots?
We look at the reason behind the aviation industry's preferred unit of speed measurement.
How Pilots Prepare An Aircraft For A Flight
The preparation of an aircraft for departure is an important aspect of a pilot’s job.
Aircraft Takeoff Performance: A Five-Step Guide
What do you understand when it comes to aircraft take-off performance?
High Lift Devices: What Are They & How Do They Work?
Airplanes use high lift devices to allow them to fly at lower speeds without getting close to a stall. This is essential...
Four Reasons Why A Plane Might Not Be Able To Take Off
When we talk about takeoff, it is easier to define it in terms of distance.
How Pilots Use Weather Radar To Avoid Storm Cells
Pilots use the radar to find and assess convective weather in the flight path. This assessment can then be used to plan ...
How Hot And High Conditions Affect Aircraft Takeoffs And Landings
High temperatures and altitudes can reduce the performance of the aircraft to such degrees that some airplanes cannot op...
What Happens When A Pilot Decides To Reject A Takeoff
There can be a number of reasons why such a decision is made...
Microbursts - The Most Dangerous Wind Shear A Pilot Can Face
One of the most horrific cockpit voice recordings in the history of aviation is that of Delta Air Lines flight 191 , whi...
5G Interference: The Risks And Systems Affected
A key piece of equipment - the Radio Altimeter - can be affected by 5G. Here's what you need to know.
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Crosswind Landings: A Pilot's Perspective
It requires well-learned techniques and muscle memory to perform a good crosswind landing.
The Important Role Of GPS Technology During Landings
Why GPS approaches and landings might very well be the future of aviation.