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Why are engines placed under wings?
Placing engines on the wing provides beneficial wing bending relief in flight. The further the engines are away from the fuselage the greater the wing bending relief so engines buried in the wing root provide little relief.
How is an aircraft engine attached to the wing?
Engines are attached to a pylon The pylon is fixed into the wing structure, with a solid and very secure fitting. The pylon creates some distance between the engine and the wing. This is vital in the event of an engine fire to protect the wing (and fuel stored in it) until the engine fire is extinguished.
Why do planes have rear wings?
The wings have additional hinged, rear sections near the body that are called flaps. The spoilers are also used during landing to slow the plane down and to counteract the flaps when the aircraft is on the ground. The next time you fly on an airplane, notice how the wing shape changes during takeoff and landing.
How does rain affect jet engines?
While rain can have an influence on the function of a jet engine, it is typically not a significant effect. The majority of storms produce light rain or snow that has little if any impact on an engine. Clouds are also made of small ice crystals that have no appreciable effect.
Which direction do jet engines rotate?
clockwise
On most twin or multi-engine propeller driven aircraft, the propellers all turn in the same direction, usually clockwise when viewed from the rear of the aircraft. In a counter-rotating installation, the propellers on the right wing turn counter-clockwise while those on the left wing turn clockwise.
What is an ATR aircraft?
If you like us, please share with your followers. The ATR is a twin-engine, turbo-propeller, high wing, regional aircraft which is developed as the result of a joint venture specifically for the purpose of delivering this aircraft.
What is the difference between the ATR 42 and ATR 72?
As the ATR 42 was taking to the air for the first time, plans were already underway to create a larger model. The ATR 72 was designed to cater for 78 passengers and was essentially a stretched ATR 42.
When did the ATR 42-500 come out?
The ATR 42-500 was a much more modernised aircraft overall. The first one was delivered in October 1995 and featured improvements in the passenger cabin as well as performance. The engines were the more powerful PW-127Es which drove six-bladed propellers.
What is The wingspan of ATR 42-300?
ATR family booklet ATR 42-300 ATR 42-400 ATR 42-500/600 Flight crew 2 2 2 Seating 48 48 48 Length 22.67 m (74 ft 5 in) 22.67 m (74 ft 5 in) 22.67 m (74 ft 5 in) Wingspan 24.57 m (80 ft 7 in) 24.57 m (80 ft 7 in) 24.57 m (80 ft 7 in)