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Structure of the Atmosphere
The atmosphere has 4 layers: the troposphere that we live in near the surface of the earth; the stratosphere that…
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FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS
Introduction The instruments used in controlling the aircraft’s flight attitude are known as the flight instruments. There are basic flight…
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POWERED FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEMS
INTRODUCTIONAs the airspeed of later model aircraft increased, as compared to the earlier model ones, actuation of controls in flight…
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Control Systems for Large Aircraft
Mechanical Control This is the basic type of system that was used to control early aircraft and is currently used…
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Maintenance
Running checks should include: Gear box – oil level; inspect for leaks around casing; ensure pins and bolts in mechanical linkages…
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The Basic Parts of an Airplane and Their Functions
The airplane is a unique man-made creation that has allowed us to not only travel traverse ground quicker but to…
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Flight Vehicle Classification
A type of transportation device which capable of traveling in the air/atmosphere or to the outer space is called as Flight Vehicle.…
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Gearing and tail shafts
Ships with low speed engines typically use direct drive from the crankshaft to the tail shaft with its propeller. Smaller…
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Types of flight
Buoyant flight An airship flies because the upward force, from air displacement, is equal to or greater than the force…
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Propulsion
Getting aloft requires more than lift; it also takes thrust. Thrust provides the forward motion needed to sustain lift and counteract drag.…