If you notice commercial jets nowadays, they typically only have 2 engines, can fly longer distances, and are quieter. That’s because they have become more
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Decoding the Names of Airbus and Boeing Planes
We know the Boeing 777-300ER as the B777-300ER, and the Airbus A321neo as A321neo, right? But when you read more about these planes serving a
Why Fighter Jets are so Loud Compared to Commercial Aircraft?
Commercial aircraft like the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380 have four engines, whereas a Lockheed F-16 fighter jet only has one engine. But how come
Is the Boeing 737 MAX Still a Safe Plane?
The Boeing 737 MAX series is once again in the spotlight after the door plug on a 737 MAX 9 of Alaska Airlines suddenly blew
Understanding Why a Plane’s Landing Gears are Tilted
If you’ve ever seen a plane landing, particularly if you’re a plane spotter, you might have noticed that the main landing gears are often tilted
Why Turboprops Cannot Fly as High as Jet Aircraft
If there is one thing you may notice when flying on a turboprop aircraft compared to a jet aircraft, it’s that you don’t fly as
Yes, Small Planes Can Fly as High as Big Commercial Jets
There is this certain notion which I have heard too that small planes, maybe referring to turboprops, and even smaller private jets, don’t fly as
Why Planes Don’t Just Carry an Extra Engine Under the Wing
You may have come across images of Boeing 747s and Lockheed L1011 Tristars sporting an extra engine beneath one of their wings. For instance, a
Those Lines Above Aircraft Doors are Rain Gutters
When you board an aircraft, you might notice a diagonal or straight line just above the door. Have you ever wondered what these are? They’re
Why Aircraft Tires Deflate After High Energy Rejected Take-Off
I am certain that you’ve come across news reports featuring deflated airplane tires following a rejected take-off or an emergency landing soon after take-off. Some