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The Takeoff Secret Most Passengers Never Notice

The Takeoff Secret Most Passengers Never Notice

Anyone who regularly flies on commercial aircraft has likely noticed the same curious sensation shortly after take-off. ...

SF Staff 1 month ago
Why Full Power Takeoffs Aren't Necessary Most Of The Time

Why Full Power Takeoffs Aren't Necessary Most Of The Time

Airlines don’t always use full thrust for takeoff, often reducing power to protect engines.

Jinwoo (Daniel) Hong 1 month ago
Is It True That Engine Chevrons Pose A Problem To Performance?

Is It True That Engine Chevrons Pose A Problem To Performance?

Engine chevrons have become a defining feature of modern aircraft, but do they really pose a problem for performance?

Viviana Tarnowska 4 months ago
The Real Reason Why Pilots Don’t Use Full Thrust On Most Takeoffs

The Real Reason Why Pilots Don’t Use Full Thrust On Most Takeoffs

Discover the surprising truth behind pilots' takeoff power decisions.

Hyunsuk Steven Choi 7 months ago
Why The Eurofighter Typhoon Has Such An Extraordinary Thrust-To-Weight Ratio

Why The Eurofighter Typhoon Has Such An Extraordinary Thrust-To-Weight Ratio

The dominating dogfighter is also a powerhouse.

Luke Diaz 10 months ago
How Hot Do Aircraft Engines Get?

How Hot Do Aircraft Engines Get?

High-pressure turbine nozzles are one of the hottest components of jet engines.

Dr. Omar Memon 1 year ago
Why Do Jet Engines Keep Getting Larger?

Why Do Jet Engines Keep Getting Larger?

In this case, bigger is better.

Jack Herstam 1 year ago
Why Do Airliners Rarely Use Full Thrust On Takeoff?

Why Do Airliners Rarely Use Full Thrust On Takeoff?

An airliner will rarely use its full capabilities on takeoff as far as thrust is concerned. But why is this?

Chris Loh 1 year ago
How Pilots Set Engine Power When Taking Off

How Pilots Set Engine Power When Taking Off

Setting the thrust incorrectly could lead to a significant accident.

Anas Maaz 2 years ago
How Do Planes Fly & What Keeps Them In The Air?

How Do Planes Fly & What Keeps Them In The Air?

Airplanes fly due to the balance of lift, weight, thrust, and drag, although some questions still remain regarding the c...

Courtnie Rodgers 2 years ago
Which Fighter Jets Have Thrust Vectoring?

Which Fighter Jets Have Thrust Vectoring?

Only a few existing aircraft are capable of thrust vectoring.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
Efficiency Improvements Mean Aircraft Engines Run Hotter: Here's Why That's A Problem

Efficiency Improvements Mean Aircraft Engines Run Hotter: Here's Why That's A Problem

High-operating thrust engines wear much quicker than low-thrust engines.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
Why Do Airliners Takeoff With Reduced Thrust?

Why Do Airliners Takeoff With Reduced Thrust?

The reduced takeoff thrust procedure increases engine durability, lowers maintenance costs, and increases engine reliabi...

Anas Maaz 2 years ago
How Have Commercial Flights' Cruising Altitudes Changed Over The Years?

How Have Commercial Flights' Cruising Altitudes Changed Over The Years?

The cruising altitude of an aircraft is determined by the structural capability and operating conditions.

Dr. Omar Memon 3 years ago
How Do Airports Manage Engine Thrust Hazards?

How Do Airports Manage Engine Thrust Hazards?

Aircraft wake velocities pose a significant hazard to airport structures, aircraft, and ground personnel.

Dr. Omar Memon 3 years ago
How Incorrect Takeoff Data Caused The Crash Of MK Airlines Flight 1602

How Incorrect Takeoff Data Caused The Crash Of MK Airlines Flight 1602

Eighteen years ago, on October 14th, 2004, a Boeing 747-200 Freighter (MK1602) crashed on takeoff in Halifax, Nova Scoti...

Dr. Omar Memon 3 years ago
The Role Of An Aircraft's Weight & Balance In Safe Flight Operations

The Role Of An Aircraft's Weight & Balance In Safe Flight Operations

An aircraft can be thought of as a giant seesaw, and just like a seesaw, the airplane can tilt up or down based on how t...

Anas Maaz 3 years ago
Which Records Does The General Electric GE90 Hold?

Which Records Does The General Electric GE90 Hold?

The GE90 has had many achievements, ranging from the longest flight on a commercial jet, to the highest thrust record.

Daniel Wong 3 years ago
How Powerful Are The Boeing 777's GE90 Engines?

How Powerful Are The Boeing 777's GE90 Engines?

Chris Loh 4 years ago
Incredible: Video Shows The Power Of Concorde Taking Off

Incredible: Video Shows The Power Of Concorde Taking Off

Chris Loh 4 years ago