Some Initial Design Flaws of the Boeing 747
Nothing is perfect in this world. If we, as human beings, are not perfect, then…
How Does Reverse Thrust Work on Turboprops?
I rarely ride on turboprops such as the ATR 72 and DHC Dash 8-400. But…
Understanding the Mystery Behind Boeing’s 777 No Winglets
We all know that winglets, or those little “fins” you see at the wingtips of…
About the Door Plugs on Planes like the Boeing 737 MAX 9
We are well aware about the Alaska Air flight 1282 incident when a door plug…
The Five Most Efficient Commercial Jet Airplanes in the World
If you notice commercial jets nowadays, they typically only have 2 engines, can fly longer…
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?…
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…
Is the Boeing 737 MAX Still a Safe Plane?
The Boeing 737 MAX series is once again in the spotlight after the door plug…
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…
Why Turboprops Cannot Fly as High as Jet Aircraft
If there is one thing you may notice when flying on a turboprop aircraft compared…
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…
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…
Those Lines Above Aircraft Doors are Rain Gutters
When you board an aircraft, you might notice a diagonal or straight line just above…
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…
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…
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…
The A330-800neo is Airbus’ Worst Selling Plane
The Airbus A330-800neo, a variant of the A330neo family, has faced a challenging market since…
What are Swiss Cheese Flaps?
It may surprise many to learn that a type of flap known as “Swiss cheese…
The Reason Why the Boeing 777X Have Folding Wingtips
I once thought that folding wingtips were limited to military planes, particularly those used on…
Different Tail Designs of Aircraft
Airplane tails, or vertical stabilizers, play a crucial role in the stability and control of…
Does Having More Propeller Blades Benefit Planes?
Ever wondered why some planes have two propeller blades while others have three or four?…
The Different Engines of the Airbus A320 Family
If you’ve flown on an Airbus A320 more than once, particularly in the Philippines, you…
How Much Does an Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 Cost?
The recent claim by an online seller and vlogger on a talk show, stating her…
The Reasons Why There Are No VTOL Commercial Aircraft
If you watch a lot of sci-fi films and cartoons, you must have seen “futuristic”…
Advantages and Disadvantages of Pusher-Type Propellers Planes
Most propeller planes typically have their propellers facing the front, which is the most common…
Why Did Airbus Create the A310?
If there’s one Airbus aircraft that many people may not notice, it’s the A310. Perhaps…
Why Do Boeing 737s Sit Low to the Ground?
The Boeing 737, with all its iterations and variants, has been flying around the world…
At What Speed are We Actually Flying in a Commercial Plane?
When you see a plane flying in the sky from the ground, it might appear…
Why Delta Wings Are Not Used in Commercial Aircraft Today
There are various wing shapes found in aircraft, with swept-back, rectangular, and tapered wings being…
Why Are Biplanes and Triplanes No Longer Being Produced
During the 1920s and 1930s, biplanes and triplanes were the dominant types of aircraft. A…