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Tires are an essential component of an airplane’s landing system. Airplanes can’t land on the belly of their fuselage. Rather,...

Airplane cabins don’t consist entirely of recycled air. Depending on the type of airplane, it may only recycle about half...

Airplanes consist of more than just a fuselage, wings and landing gear; they also have an empennage. Unless you’re familiar...

Airplanes often turn to change direction. There are many different forces, however, acting against airplanes. Along with gravity, there’s drag,...

Airplanes are often classified according to their method of propulsion. All airplanes use propulsion to move through the air. The...

A transponder is a common device that’s found on most airplanes. In the United States, most airplanes are required to...

Commercial airplanes are designed with a heating system that warms the cabin to provide a comfortable environment for passengers. When...

It’s no secret that most airplanes run on fuel. While advancements have been made in the field of alternative energy,...

Not all airplanes are made of aluminum. With its lightweight but strong properties, aluminum is undoubtedly a popular choice of...

Airplanes are complex vehicles consisting of many parts. A typical 787, for instance, is made of 6 million individual parts....