Aero Engines Magazine

03/06/2024

Piston rings Piston rings prevent leakage of gas pressure from the combustion chamber in the cylinder while keeping to a minimum the seepage of oil into the combustion chamber. These rings are of three types and named according to the function they perform. Namely: Compression ring, oil control rings and Scraper rings. The rings will fit into the piston grooves but spring out to press against the cylinder walls....

Piston rings Piston rings prevent leakage of gas pressure from the combustion chamber in the cylinder while keeping to a minimum the seepage of oil into the combustion chamber. These rings are of t…

24/03/2024

Aircraft wheels are an important component of the landing gear system. They are the attachment point for the tires which provide support for the weight of the aircraft during ground maneuvers, take-offs, and landings. They are of a lightweight, construction made from aluminum or magnesium alloys. The early aircraft wheels were of single-piece construction similar to that of the modern automobile wheel assembly, but with the increase in the sizes and landing speeds of the aircraft, there was a need to develop better wheels to prevent frequent blowout incidences during landing and ground maneuvers....

Aircraft wheels are an important component of the landing gear system. They are the attachment point for the tires which provide support for the weight of the aircraft during ground maneuvers, take…

14/03/2024

Aircraft lighting is an essential part of the aircraft systems. They're provided for both exterior and interior use. It is covered under ATA chapter 33 aircraft lighting. External lighting is used for operations such as night landing, icing condition inspection, and visibility for safety during flight. Exterior lighting falls into two general categories: The first is the navigation or beacon lights that are always on while the aircraft is in operation, and the second category includes landing and taxi lights that are used to improve visibility when the plane is close to or on the ground....

Aircraft lighting is an essential part of the aircraft systems. They’re provided for both exterior and interior use. It is covered under ATA chapter 33 aircraft lighting. External lighting is…

13/03/2024

Aircraft engines are internal combustion heat engines that convert heat energy to mechanical energy by burning fuel to produce thrust. Aircraft engines are either of the gas turbine type, reciprocating engine type, or rotary engine type. These classifications for reciprocating engines are based on the operating cycles, cylinder arrangement, or thrust production method. These engines can also be classified according to the ignition ( spark ignition or diesel engine ) and cooling methods....

Aircraft engines are internal combustion heat engines that convert heat energy to mechanical energy by burning fuel to produce thrust. Aircraft engines are either of the gas turbine type, reciproca…

28/02/2024

This article tackles the individuals tasked with carrying out varying maintenance tasks and checks on a propeller and it's components and the regulations which guide them. The inspection. adjustment, installation, and minor repair of a propeller and its related parts and appliances on the engine are the responsibility of the aircraft powerplant technician. The power plant technician may also perform the 100-hour inspection of the propeller and related components....

This article tackles the individuals tasked with carrying out varying maintenance tasks and checks on a propeller and it’s components and the regulations which guide them. The inspection. adj…

24/02/2024

Let’s start with, what a static wick is and what functions they have in aircraft and safety. These are small wire-like structures that are seen to be sticking out from the trailing edges of an aircraft flight control surfaces. Aircraft Static Wicks They function to dissipate static charges which accumulate as a result of the friction between the air and the aircraft surfaces when it moves through the air....

Let’s start with, what a static wick is and what functions they have in aircraft and safety. These are small wire-like structures that are seen to be sticking out from the trailing edges of an airc…

20/01/2024

AIRCRAFT AXIS MOVEMENT ABOUT THE NORMAL AXIS (YAWING) The normal axis is an imaginary line that runs perpendicular to both the longitudinal and lateral axis and passes through the center of gravity of the aircraft. Movement about this axis brings about the achievement of directional attitude of the air crfat. This is achieved by the movement of the rudder pedals. The rudder pedal movement will actuate the movement of the rudder in the empennage. ...

                   AIRCRAFT AXIS MOVEMENT ABOUT THE NORMAL AXIS (YAWING) The normal axis is an imaginary line that runs perpendicular to both the longitudinal and lateral axis and passes through th…

31/12/2023

Operation and maintenance of aircraft require a lot of input and due diligence from operators and maintenance. Navigating through these processes was made easier and more manageable through the establishment of a numbering system that streamlined the maintenance and operational needs of the operators. This numbering system is called the ATA 100. The ATA 100 chapters refer to the numbering system and referencing standards for commercial aircraft documentation....

Operation and maintenance of aircraft require a lot of input and due diligence from operators and maintenance. Navigating through these processes was made easier and more manageable through the est…

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Ice formation on a propeller blade occurs asymmetrically resulting in a distortion of the blade airfoil section, propeller unbalance, and an increase in the weight of the blades. This results in propeller vibrations and losses of efficiency. The propeller system is therefore equipped with an ice protection system built around it to prevent and remove any ice that may form on the Propeller blades during operation....

Ice formation on a propeller blade occurs asymmetrically resulting in a distortion of the blade airfoil section, propeller unbalance, and an increase in the weight of the blades. This results in pr…

26/03/2023

Planning and preparations for sitting the license without a type rating exam are one of the most time-consuming tasks maintenance mechanics have to undertake in the advancement of their careers. Essay questions often come out as a challenge as one has to fully express themselves and present the proper point marks to the examiner. This article contains a brief of what the examiners look for in an essay-type answer....

Planning and preparations for sitting the license without a type rating exam are one of the most time-consuming tasks maintenance mechanics have to undertake in the advancement of their careers. Es…

26/10/2022

Aircraft maintenance engineers spend most of their time on the ground handling of aircraft. The complexity of support equipment and the hazards involved in the ground operations requires that maintenance engineers possess an avid knowledge of safety requirements and procedures. Maintenance organizations have put in place operating safety protocols and procedures to ensure the safety of both the personnel and the aircraft....

Aircraft maintenance engineers spend most of their time on the ground handling of aircraft. The complexity of support equipment and the hazards involved in the ground operations requires that maint…

01/10/2022

Line maintenance safety

Line maintenance can also be called pre- flight or post flight checks. They include; troubleshooting, inspection, servicing or diagnostic testing of the engine and the removal of unserviceable part…

26/09/2022

Aircraft lighting is an essential part of the aircraft systems. They’re provided for both exterior and interior use. External lighting are used for operations such as night landing, icing con…

24/09/2022

Airplane icing

Rain, snow, and ice are transportation’s longtime enemies and this has become even more of a problem with flying being introduced as mode of transportation. Icing occurs whenever there is visible m…

19/09/2022

Tractor and pusher propellers

Propellers were already fully designed by the time powered flight Bagan. Propellers were already being widely used in ship transport and the design of the propeller blade has not significantly chan…