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
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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
How the Boeing 737 MAX’s Split Winglets Work
The fin-like structures on the wingtips of a plane, known as winglets, are not just for aesthetic purposes; they serve a specific function to make
High Bypass Turbofan Engines are Not Meant for Small Planes
You may have observed that jet engines on commercial aircraft are getting larger. This is due to their use of high bypass turbofan engines. To
The A330-800neo is Airbus’ Worst Selling Plane
The Airbus A330-800neo, a variant of the A330neo family, has faced a challenging market since its inception. Despite sharing many features with its more successful
What are Swiss Cheese Flaps?
It may surprise many to learn that a type of flap known as “Swiss cheese flaps” once existed. These unique flaps, no longer found on
The Reason Why the Boeing 777X Have Folding Wingtips
I once thought that folding wingtips were limited to military planes, particularly those used on aircraft carriers. Aircraft such as the F/A-18 Super Hornet, F-4
Different Tail Designs of Aircraft
Airplane tails, or vertical stabilizers, play a crucial role in the stability and control of an aircraft. If you notice, they come in various designs,
Does Having More Propeller Blades Benefit Planes?
Ever wondered why some planes have two propeller blades while others have three or four? For example, the DHC Dash 8-300 has only a 4-bladed