Aircraft engines rely on a steady flow of fuel to sustain power through every phase of flight, with this responsibility falling on fuel pumps. Fuel pumps have consistently been optimized to meet the fuel delivery needs of an aircraft, but in an era where fuel costs and emissions matter more than ever, fuel pumps have been further engineered to enhance performance characteristics and avoid certain problems. In this blog, we will explore some of the issues that are common with fuel pumps and which design advancements have been made in response to yield superior fuel efficiency. Read more >>

Lighting plays a critical role in aerospace operations by supporting exterior signaling, cockpit visibility, and cabin safety across all phases of flight. As operators look to efficiently fulfill these functions, high-power light-emitting diodes (LEDs) have increasingly displaced incandescent and halogen systems, as they are designed to deliver improved energy efficiency under demanding operating conditions. In this blog, we will explore how high-power LEDs enhance aerospace lighting performance, what integration challenges must be addressed when adopting them, and which maintenance practices can sustain their reliability. Read more >>

At first glance, aircraft lighting systems may seem inconsequential to flight. In reality, they serve a wide range of critical functions, from illuminating the cabin and cockpit for crew and passengers to bolstering an aircraft’s visibility in the air and on the ground. In this blog, we will explore both interior and exterior lighting systems in modern aircraft, covering the most important subsystems and their roles across both routine and emergency scenarios. Read more >>

Aircraft rely on carefully designed and coordinated fastener systems to maintain structural integrity under extreme mechanical and environmental stress, with washers being particularly notable for performing specialized functions that directly impact joint stability, load management, and hardware longevity. In this blog, we will examine the most common washer types used in aircraft assembly and explain how the form, material, and function of these parts contribute to flight safety and system performance. Read more >>

Modern fixed-wing airplanes are sophisticated machines designed to integrate mechanical, electrical, and aerodynamic systems to enable powered flight. Despite this technological complexity, the principles behind their operation remain grounded in well-established physical laws. This blog will examine various forces and control mechanisms that define fixed-wing flight, emphasizing how lift is produced and how stability is maintained across numerous phases of operation. Read more >>