Maximum climb thrust being less than maximum continuous thrust for some airliners is due to several reasons: Runway Length and Weight Limitations: Aircraft need to accelerate to takeoff speed within a limited runway length. At or near maximum takeoff weight, this distance could be significant. In cases where the runway is short, the aircraft may…
It’s a safety feature in some aircraft designed to provide a warning to the pilot if the aircraft is approaching or has entered a stall condition. The flapper switch stall warning device typically consists of a small vane or flap located on the leading edge of the wing. When the airflow over the wing decreases…
Are you updated with latest categorization of approaches as Type A and Type B? If not, this post is for you. With advancement of PBN, many new technologies and techniques have been developed. Too many new terms have been introduced and its time to restructure everything for clear understanding. ICAO Annex 6 has introduced a…
Although an autothrust system can significantly alleviate pilot workload throughout various flight phases, there are associated liabilities that may lead to an undesired flight profile or aircraft state. This risk is particularly heightened when the autothrust system is not utilized in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations or when pilots have an incomplete or incorrect understanding…
If you’re seeking to understand the distinction between auto thrust and auto throttle, your initial query might be incomplete. You may be interested in whether it pertains to the movement of throttle or thrust levers. Understanding the word Throttle First! Starting with “throttle,” technically, it refers to a device that regulates airflow by constraining an…
There has been a simplification in the categorization of instrument landing systems. CAT 3A and CAT 3B previously referred to different levels of precision and minimums for landing in low visibility conditions. Now, they’ve been consolidated into two categories: CAT 3 with Decision Height (DH) and CAT 3 without DH. Cat 3 operations are now…
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Aircraft certification bodies (EASA and FAA) have certain regulations related to aircraft performance requirement. Part 25 of regulations require that procedures must be established for the execution of go-arounds from landing configurations (balked landing) and from approach configurations (missed approaches). These procedures should analyze aircraft approach climb and landing climb capacities and restrict the operational…
Decision-making in the air diverges significantly from decision-making on the ground. Pilots grapple with inherent challenges when it comes to managing three-dimensional space. Spatial awareness becomes critical, introducing complexities beyond traditional two-dimensional decision-making. Cognitive load escalates as pilots must factor in altitude, pitch, roll, and yaw, alongside lateral and longitudinal dimensions. Understanding these challenges is…
Before understanding the concept of SETWA – Single Engine Taxi Without APU we need to understand something about designated fire zones and JAR/FAR regulations related to same. Designated fire zones are specific areas within an aircraft. These zones are at a higher risk of experiencing fires, which could be extremely dangerous for the safety of…