Classic Jetliners: The Lockheed L-1011 Tristar
Trijets have always captured my imagination, tracing back to my childhood when I received a children's book about airplanes. One of the pages presented a comparison between two types of…
Understanding How Do Airplanes Fly
A message from a reader recently landed in my inbox, stating, "sir Mond, you've been writing a lot of technical stuff on airplanes but there are still some who do…
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Modern Jetliners: The Boeing 717
Way back the early 2000s, Cebu Pacific was considering the purchase of a new aircraft to replace their outdated DC-9s. The Boeing 717 was a strong contender. However, it seems…
When Airplanes Reverse by Themselves, or Powerback
It's common knowledge that a variety of vehicles, from cars to boats, even trains, can shift into reverse and move in the opposite direction. However, it might surprise you to…
Classic Jetliners: The Tupolev Tu-144
Pose the question about the earliest and quickest commercial passenger aircraft, and you'll find many pointing towards the Concorde as the answer. The reality, however, may come as a surprise.…
What is the Purpose of Eyebrow Windows on a 737 and MD-80
Perhaps you've observed the small windows perched above the main cockpit windows in vintage aircraft like the classic Boeing 737s, DC-8s, DC-9s, and 707s. Interestingly, these petite windows seem absent…
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Modern Jetliners: The Ilyushin Il-96
Only 30 of these planes have been built, with only two airlines, Aeroflot and Cubana, using them. The Ilyushin Il-96 is a Russian long-range commercial aircraft that looks like an…
Classic Jetliners: The Aerospatiale – BAC Concorde
The era when the Aerospatiale - BAC Concorde first graced the skies was truly a remarkable period in aviation history. This supersonic airliner, the lone one of its kind, marked…
Understanding Aircraft Navigation Systems
Air travel is accentuated not only by the speed and efficiency it offers but also by the precise and advanced navigation systems that guide aircraft through thousands of kilometers accurately.…
The Spiral Marks on Jet Engines
Peering out the window during a flight, you've likely noticed the spiral marks at the center of a jet engine fan. Often viewed as merely decorative or even unnoticed entirely,…