During flight, aircraft tend to operate at extreme altitudes in which low air pressure and oxygen density is prevalent. If crew members and passengers are exposed to such conditions without ample protection, hypoxia can quickly ensue. To keep all individuals aboard an aircraft safe and comfortable, various oxygen systems may be used. While many airliners and business jets will utilize pressurized cabins and their related oxygen systems, other aircraft require different solutions that often come in the form of portable oxygen units. As there are multiple portable oxygen systems that provide different functionalities, it can be highly beneficial to understand each. Read more >>

Welding is a process of joining metals together through the use of heat and/or pressure, and it is a practice that can be traced back to the Bronze Age. For aircraft in particular, welding is a useful method for manufacturing various structures and components that benefit commercial, private, and defense aviation. Depending on what is being produced and the requirements of the application, there are a few common welding methods practiced in the aerospace sector that may be used. In this blog, we will provide a brief overview of the common welding methods for aviation, allowing you to familiarize yourself with each type and what it is used for. Read more >>

While there is much importance placed on the ability of an aircraft to fly safely and efficiently, that same amount of concern is also given to its ability to land and stop on surfaces with ease. With the speed and height that aircraft typically travel at, it is important that there are various systems and equipment pieces ready to provide enough stopping power to slow even the biggest passenger jet upon touchdown. With the use of the aircraft braking system and landing gear, pilots can safely land and stop on runways during various weather conditions, times of the day, and more. Read more >>

While many individuals may be aware of aircraft internal combustion engines and their need for fuel to produce thrust, some may not know how the engine handles such an intensive procedure efficiently and safely during typical operations. Before fuel can be burned within the combustion chamber of a piston powered aircraft, it requires precise vaporization and mixture with oxygen in order to achieve sufficient results. This procedure is typically carried out by either a carburetor or fuel injection system, both of which ensure proper mixtures and distribution to accommodate varying needs and power settings. In this blog, we will discuss the fuel injection system and its functionality, allowing you to best understand how they benefit aircraft engines. Read more >>

A coaxial cable connector is a type of connector used to connect cables to other devices while maintaining the cable shielding. These connectors offer reliable, long-lasting connections. Connectors feature a plug, also known as the male component, and socket, known as the female component. Depending on the size and frequency of the connector, some may be genderless and mounted flush instead of mating.Throughout the digital, video, audio, RF, and microwave industries, there are many coaxial cable connector types, each offering unique benefits based on their end use or application. This blog will discuss the most common types of coaxial connectors as well as their unique characteristics and intended applications. Read more >>

The flight management system (FMS) is a core component of modern aircraft avionics, revolutionizing the way that operators conduct in-flight tasks. As a computer, the flight management system functions to automate various operations, including those such as position determining and flight plans, reducing the workload on the flight crew. With the implementation and improvement of FMS technology, modern aircraft now no longer require the need for flight engineers and navigators to successfully carry out flights. In this blog, we will discuss the flight management system more in detail, as well as its various facets that make it so beneficial. Read more >>

A gyroscope is a device used to measure and maintain orientation and angular velocity. It is a spinning wheel or disc wherein the spinning axis of rotation is free to assume any orientation by itself. While in rotation, the orientation of the axis remains unaffected by tilting and rotation of the mounting. Gyroscopes have many applications, from the Hubble telescope, to submarine navigation to flight instruments in the aerospace industry. This blog will focus on two gyroscopic flight instruments: the heading indicator and the attitude & heading reference system. Read more >>

When reviewing a quote or an invoice, it’s understandable to want to scrutinize every item and every price down to the final number. But when revising a quote presented to you for MRO (Maintenance Repair Overhaul) or other types of aircraft maintenance manual, you have to ask “what does this quote include?” If you are getting maintenance done, then you want to make sure that nothing is missed, which is why you ought to start questioning if any item not included with your quote should be. Read more >>

Running out of fuel while driving a car can be a frustrating experience and mean a wasted afternoon. Running out of fuel while flying an aircraft, however, can verge on disastrous. For the aviation industry, proper fuel quantity indication is incredibly important, given the human lives and millions of dollars of property that can be put at risk if a commercial airliner runs out of fuel mid-flight. Read more >>

Just as a car requires a vehicle registration number and plate to be airworthy, an aircraft must feature a data plate. Issued by the aircraft manufacturer, aircraft data plates are not something that you want to replace. They are notoriously hard to come by and are attached to a string of FAA regulations. Read more >>