Ask Captain Lim
JULY 13, 2025
During take-off, pilots rely on calculated thrust settings and critical speeds such as V1, the decision point after which take-off must continue. A Safe Descent About 30 minutes before landing, pilots begin preparations for descent, con figuring flaps and briefing the approach. Landing is the most skill-intensive part.
Fear of Landing
JANUARY 17, 2025
The landing gear failed to deploy and the Boeing landed on its belly, skidding some 250 metres off the runway before crashing into a concrete platform used for the airports Instrument Landing System antennae. The 737 does not use Weight on Wheels (WoW) to enable the thrust reversers.
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Aerotime
JULY 26, 2024
During the final approach, the pilot reduced engine throttles to manage airspeed and align with the Instrument Landing System glideslope. However, the aircraft experienced wind shear, dropped below the glideslope and became thrust deficient.
Airspeed Junkie
AUGUST 6, 2024
The F-15’s vertical takeoff capabilities, achieved through its impressive thrust-to-weight ratio and advanced flight control systems, allow rapid ascents and extreme maneuverability, vital in combat situations. The F-15’s vertical takeoff capabilities are a blend of raw power, advanced technology, and meticulous design.
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