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Inside The Boeing 777X's Folding Wing Mechanism
Here's how Boeing's engineers have ensured the 777X's iconic folding wingtips can operate safely and reliably.
Is It True That Engine Chevrons Pose A Problem To Performance?
Engine chevrons have become a defining feature of modern aircraft, but do they really pose a problem for performance?
Why Airlines Retire Aircraft Early
Airlines are retiring young aircraft like the A320neo and A220, primarily due to engine reliability issues and skyrocketing engine values.
$147,000 Damage: Military KC-46A Tanker Rips Up 25 Foot Section Of Airport Tarmac
The continuous high temperature and pressure from the engine blast affected the integrity of the parking ramp, resulting in this damage.
The Real Reason Why Pilots Rev Up Engines Right Before Takeoff
For many passengers, the most heart-racing moment of a flight isn’t the climb or the landing. It’s those several seconds at the start of the runway, when the engines suddenly roar at a deafening volume while the brakes stay locked. It feels like the pilots are revving the aircraft like a racing car before launch. But inside the cockpit, this is not performance, it’s procedure. It is a carefully trained, highly technical procedure that involves physics, weather protection, and detailed system checks. That burst of noise is actually the sound of safety systems doing their job. So in this video, we take a look at the real reason pilots rev up engines before takeoff, how engine stabilization works, why ice shedding matters in cold weather, and how computers and procedures make sure that enormous turbofan engines are ready before the aircraft commits to flight.
Here’s How Much Different The Boeing 777X’s Engines Are Compared To The 777-300ER
The transition from the GE90 to the GE9X marks the end of the brute force era of engine design.
How Much Does A Boeing 747 Engine Cost?
For many 747-400 freighters, the cost of a major engine overhaul can exceed the market value of the airframe itself.
Here’s How Much Different The Airbus A350's Engines Are Compared To The A330neo's
The Airbus A350 and A330neo represent two very different purposes in the modern era of widebody aviation.
Is It True That Snow Can Actually Increase Aircraft Engine Thrust?
What happens when aircraft operate in snowy conditions?
The Striking Differences Between Rolls-Royce & Pratt & Whitney Engines
A closer look at modern Rolls-Royce & Pratt & Whitney jetliner engines.
Why Didn't Airbus Build The A380 With An Exclusive Engine Type?
The A380 program allowed customers to choose between Rolls-Royce and Engine Alliance powerplants.
The Real Reason Why Pilots Rev Up Engines Right Before Takeoff
The deafening roar of jet engines revving at the start of the runway is not a sign of struggle, but a crucial safety procedure.
Here's Why The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Doesn’t Have An S-Duct Engine Design
The MD-11's unique engine placement: a calculated risk or a design flaw?
Can Snow Ingestion Damage Aircraft Engines?
Snow is a common feature of many airports around the world, but when is too much snow a problem for aircraft engines?
Is It True That The Airbus A380 Uses The Same Engines As The A340-600?
The aircraft has advanced powerplants.
The $200M Investment: Can P&W Finally End The Engine Backlog?
Pratt & Whitney's $200 million investment in a Columbus manufacturing expansion could be the key to unlocking engine production bottlenecks.
60,000 Fake Parts Sold: The True Scale Of The AOG Technics Fraud
60,000 fake CFM56 parts infiltrated global fleets. The AOG Technics fraud reveals alarming gaps in aviation’s supply chain oversight.
Why The Boeing 767 & McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Have Such Similar Engines
The General Electric CF6 engine family proved to be a reliable and versatile addition to two unique aircraft.
The Real Reason Why Pilots Spool Up Jet Engines Before Taking Off
The pause before takeoff is not hesitation, but a critical moment of engine verification and thrust stabilization.
