To help an aircraft achieve and sustain flight, a variety of aerodynamic surfaces are installed to allow for lift generation, directional control, and much more. Aircraft stabilizers are critical aerodynamic surfaces that provide stability and control to the pitch and yaw. Stabilizers often vary in type, and they can be fixed, adjustable, or fully moveable surfaces. For the standard aircraft, horizontal and vertical stabilizers, or v-tail configurations, are placed on the empennage to provide for longitudinal and directional stabilization and control. Read more >>

A switch is a device used to interrupt the flow of a circuit. Every single electrical application features at least one switch, to turn the device on and off. Switches can be mechanical or electronic. Mechanical switches are operated physically, by the moving, pressing, or releasing of its contacts. Electronic switches do not require manual operation to control a circuit, and are instead activated by semiconductor action. However, there are a myriad of different types of switches used in a wide range of applications. This blog will explain many of the types of mechanical and electronic switches and provide details about their characteristics and functions. Read more >>

The engine of an aircraft is one of the most critical areas, supplying the aircraft with a fuel supply that allows it to achieve propulsion and sustained flight. With the complexity of aircraft engines, ranging from correct fuel flow to optimal oil pressure, being aware of various systems and processes is extremely beneficial to maintain safe flight. Aircraft engine monitoring instruments are a set of instruments that provide various important information regarding the status, performance, and operating ranges of different engine parts. In this article, we will discuss some of the main engine monitoring systems, and how they provide pilots information to maintain safe flying. Read more >>

Most turbine engines need to operate efficiently and consistently across changing altitudes, airspeeds, and load demands, making precise fuel delivery a critical requirement. This task is handled by the fuel control system, which is engineered to regulate flow and maintain optimal combustion under dynamic conditions. In this blog, we will explore the evolution of turbine engine fuel systems from hydromechanical to electronic designs, highlighting their key components and roles in modern aircraft. Read more >>

For aircraft to achieve flight, many engines utilize powerful combustion chambers that burn fuel constantly. With this combustion of fuel, intense amounts of heat is created, upwards of 3,500 degrees Fahrenheit. While much of this is vented out of the aircraft as exhaust, there still remains a great amount of heat that must be dissipated, lest it cause the engine to overheat, damage components, reduce the engine’s life, and more. Read more >>