Why Do Some Planes Have Multiple Tail Fins
You don't often see multiple tail fins on today's commercial planes like the Airbus A320 or Boeing 737. They usually have just one vertical stabilizer. But when you look at…
How Far Can a Plane Go with One Engine Down
Back in the day, flying over oceans felt safer on planes like the Boeing 747, Airbus A340, and MD-11 because they had more than two engines. If one engine went…
The Different Boeing 737 Generations
Boeing started making the 737 back in the '60s, and guess what? They're still making this well-liked single-aisle plane today. Over the years, the 737 has seen a bunch of…
What Are Those White Trails in the Sky Left by Planes?
When I was a little boy, my guardian would point to the sky, showing me those white trails, and say, "Look, it's a jet!" I used to think they were…
The Story Behind the Name of the Airbus A380
Airbus has a pattern for naming planes, starting with "A3" and then two numbers. It began with the A300, A310, A320, A330, and A340. But then, instead of A350, they…
Difference Between Narrowbody and Widebody Aircraft
In my previous post, I talked about "narrowbody" and "widebody" aircraft, using examples like the A320 as a narrowbody and the Boeing 777 as a widebody. But some people might…
The Unseen Threat of Bird Strikes on Planes
You might have seen the movie "Sully," where a brave US Airways pilot managed to land his damaged Airbus A320 in the Hudson River after a bird strike caused both…
What You Need to Know about Autopilot in an Aircraft
Aircraft technology has truly evolved over the years. Think back to the 1940s airliners like the Douglas DC-3 and Lockheed Constellation, and compare them to today's marvels like the Airbus…
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Turboprops Versus Jets
Ever wondered why some airlines only use turboprops, while others stick to jets, and some even have a mix of both? With new smaller jets like the Airbus A220 and…
Understanding Why Military Cargo Planes Have High Wings
When you glance at military cargo planes such as the C-17 Globemaster and the Airbus A400M, you'll see that they usually have high wings, meaning the wings are attached at…