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Why are 4 blade props better than 3 blades? 3 or 4 Blades? A 3 blade propeller usually offers top speed performance while a 4…
How much fuel does a A330 burn? Manufacturer Aircraft Fuel Consumption (kilogram/hour) Airbus A321-100 2885 Airbus A321-231 2740 Airbus A330-200 5590 Airbus A330-300 5700 How…
Do planes fly better in cold or hot weather? In fact, airplanes are more efficient in low temperatures, as cold air is denser than warm…
How do you calculate stagnation temperature? For the perfect gas, the stagnation temperature is derived from the isentropic total temperature equation: M^2 = (2 (Tt/T)…
Do all jets require a type rating? As you probably know, a type rating is required for any large airplane (over 12,500 pounds) and for…
What makes the nose of a plane go up and down? There are levers and buttons that the pilot can push to change the yaw,…
Why does my car only misfire at low rpm? Many system malfunctions can cause misfires or rough idling. Ignition system components, including spark plugs, plug…
Are tilt rotors safe? While originally intended to provide a unique mix of agility, speed, and range, the tilt-rotor aircraft has been persistently criticized as…
How do I transfer from EASA to FAA? Here you have our “How to convert your EASA PPL(A) to an FAA PPL(A)” step-by-step guide: Step…
How long does it take to get a FAA medical certificate? Often, the aviation medical examiner will hold the certificate for several days pending receipt…