One of the most important aspects of flight training is learning how to properly conduct an emergency descent. While most pilots may never have to put their knowledge into practice, having the skills to perform such maneuvers safely and efficiently is extremely important and all pilots should always ensure that they are comfortable carrying the process out. In this blog, we will discuss the common method for conducting emergency descents with a single-engine piston aircraft so that you may better familiarize yourself with such procedures. Read more >>

As the aerospace industry continues their commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, many operators are seeking new alternatives to replace conventional aviation fuels. While electrically powered aircraft still have some ways to go before they are widely available across global markets and applications, there are currently greener alternatives that can drastically reduce emissions resulting from flight operations. Known as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), such fuel alternatives can reduce carbon emissions upwards of 80% as compared to fossil-based fuels. Read more >>

When working with metals, machine tools are extremely useful. With such an apparatus, metals can be machined through cutting, grinding, shearing, boring machines or other similar methods of deformation. While machine tools may come in many shapes and forms, all contain some type of tool to cut or shape metals and a method of securing and guiding the workpiece. In the present, many modern machine tools are powered through electrical, hydraulic, or line shaft means, and they are often used for the manufacturing of parts. Read more >>

Bearings are important machine elements, allowing for friction to be reduced between parts in an assembly. Additionally, bearings may also facilitate desired motions between two or more moving objects, allowing for the constraint of relative motion. As such, bearings can provide a number of functionalities depending on their type, and their use includes implementation on aircraft, marine vessels, hardware assemblies, and much more. In this blog, we will discuss the mounted bearing specifically, which is a type of bearing that includes its own mounting unit. Read more >>

A bearing retainer, also known as a bearing cage, is a type of hardware component that is used for linear and rotary bearings so as to establish a distance between each rolling element. With retainers and cages, the amount of wear to both components is minimized and heat is reduced, allowing for longer service lives of the hardware. Depending on the need or application, a number of Retainer Bearing Assembly types and materials may be used, each providing their own benefits. In this blog, we will provide an overview of ball bearing cages and retainers, discussing their use, construction, and applications so that you can find the best fit for your needs. Read more >>

Many owners of helicopters will prefer using a turbine engine to a piston engine because the former tends to get you to longer distances. Turbine engines also tend to be more powerful and as a result more frequently used in helicopters. Though more expensive than the Piston Engine, they do have more punch to their power, which many users feel is worth the extra cost. The Helicopter Engine Parts has many complexities to it, and while there is a lot that can be discussed, this article will stick primarily to the basics. To find out more about the helicopter turbine engine, read the article below. Read more >>

Starter generators play a dual role in the operation of various aircraft by combining the functionality of two vital systems into a single, space-saving unit. As equipment efficiency, weight, and overall reliability are all critical priorities for flight operations, starter generators provide a balanced means of achieving the power necessary to kickoff engine operations and uphold electricity during flight. Read more >>

Most people outside the aviation industry will equate the terms air traffic controller with aircraft dispatcher and believe them to be synonymous. Even when reporting news stories on aircraft incidents, anchors will mistakenly refer to an aircraft dispatcher when they are actually referring to the air traffic controller. The terms and the duties of each can certainly resemble each other, but there is a significant difference between the two. If you’re hoping to enter into the industry, it helps being able to differentiate between the two. Read more >>

From small generators to large commercial vehicles, every machine depends on fuel to function. Having the ability to conduct fuel calculation of an airplane is critical for crews so that they are able to adhere to set routes. There are a few methods and benefits of being able to measure the amount of fuel that is remaining in an aircraft. Quantity of fuel can be measured with the rate in which fuel is flowing into the engine and can be beneficial for the flight crew of an aircraft to calculate the remaining flight time. Airplane fuel meters and measurements also help for comparing the functionality and performance of engines to past calculated performance. Read more >>

Airspeed is the measurement of the speed a plane is traveling on its own, without help from tailwind or other factors. Rather than being measured by an intricate system of electrical parts, airspeed is found using a type of differential pressure gauge called a pitot tube. The tube has an open end which, when mounted on the wing, faces toward the flow of air or water. The airspeed indicator works by measuring the difference between a fixed sensor away from the air stream and a sensor, the pitot tube, in the air stream. While the aircraft is still, the pressure in each tube is equal and the airspeed indicator displays zero. Read more >>