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For my colleagues in aerodrome operations, this report is a useful read about what can go wrong on a contaminated runway. In this case, the aeroplane was fast on its approach, and the aeroplane is a sleek, slippery fast machine anyway. #GRF #runway #safety #aerodromestandards

The difference between a wet runway FICON 5/5/5 and a contaminated wet runway FICON 3/3/3 is a mere 1/8"https://accionvegana.org/accio/0ITbvNmLulGZltmbpxmL3d3d6MHc0/3mm water ... about the width of a quarter. A grooved runway improves drainage and increases stopping margins, however even with a grooved runway, the type of active rainfall intensity will affect FICON. RW or RW- will be 5/5/5, however RA moderate rain can change FICON to 3/3/3 and RA+ heavy rain will change FICON to 2/2/2. Add in runway rubber Slippery when Wet and that will reduce braking action more ... So it is up to the pilot to assess runway conditions upon breaking out of the weather looking for standing water or a surface that is not draining, more than just wet. Regardless one must touchdown in the first 750-1200' at VREF and apply maximum braking ASAP allowing the anti-skid system to do its job, especially in these light jets. Aileron into the wind must be maintained sufficiently to evenly weight the wheels on pavement. On a contaminated runway, the initial braking will feel ineffective but as the jet slows and more weight is on wheels, the jet will slow rapidly...pilots need patience and not assume brake failure. The parking/emergency (read hydraulic failure) will only lock the wheels up. Do not use! If conditions are worse than reported, go around and reassess, and in some jets, without thrust reversers, a balked landing from the runway may be the best plan if initial braking is ineffective.

✈️ Understanding the Three Axes of Airplane Movement ✈️ Ever wondered how an airplane manoeuvres through the skies? It all comes down to mastering three crucial axes of movement: 1️⃣ Longitudinal Axis (Roll): This axis runs from the nose to the tail of the aircraft. Roll movements occur when the airplane tilts left or right, controlled by the ailerons. Check out this video to see how pilots use roll to bank the plane smoothly during turns! 2️⃣ Lateral Axis (Pitch): The lateral axis runs horizontally from wingtip to wingtip. Pitch movements involve raising or lowering the nose of the aircraft, controlled by the elevators. Watch the video to understand how pitch adjustments help in climbing, descending, or maintaining level flight. 3️⃣ Vertical Axis (Yaw): Yaw involves movements around the vertical axis running through the center of the airplane. This movement is controlled by the rudder and is used to control the left and right movement of the nose of the aircraft. The video showcases how yaw adjustments are essential for maintaining coordinated turns and directional control. #Aviation #AircraftMovement #FlightControl #PilotLife #AviationEnthusiast #EgyptAir

QUIZ🚨🤔 Anti collision light is a light: a) Green in colour affixed on to the runway. b) A red light on the port wing of the aircraft. c) A red Light visible 30 deg above and below the horizon of the aircraft which is visible in all directions. d) The navigation lights of any aircraft are also called anti-collision lights.

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Ever wondered about that spinning wheel in the cockpit? It's called a trim wheel, and it's crucial for controlling the airplane's stabilizer trim. The horizontal stabilizer at the tail influences how the plane flies - adjusting it up or down affects the aircraft's pitch. This nifty device allows us pilots to fine-tune our flight without constantly wrestling with the controls. It's just one of the many ingenious features that make flying such a precise and exhilarating experience! Have you noticed this wheel during your travels? What other cockpit features intrigue you? Share your thoughts below! 👇 #AviationGeeks #PilotLife #FlightDeck #AeronauticalEngineering For more such content follow Aviatryx

Vishnu V2 has its first flight today. CG analysis turned out pretty good than expected. Introduced Elevons, combining pitch and roll in a single control surface.(update from V1) Faced elevator trim issues while decent, but looks like a cool “flare” maneuver.(fig below) “Flare” refers to the technique a pilot uses to soften the landing by raising the nose of the aircraft just before touchdown. This reduces the descent rate and helps ensure a smoother landing.

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How the navigation lights indicate various orientations of an aircraft: 1. Facing Towards:✈️ - When you are facing towards the front of the aircraft, you typically see both the red (left wingtip) and green (right wingtip) navigation lights. The white tail light might also be visible, depending on the angle. 2. Facing Away:✈️ - When facing away from the aircraft, you would generally see the white tail light, indicating the rear of the aircraft. 3. Facing Left:✈️ - When looking at the aircraft from its left side (port side), you would see the red navigation light on the left wingtip (port side). 4. Facing Right:✈️ - When looking at the aircraft from its right side (starboard side), you would see the green navigation light on the right wingtip (starboard side). 5. Looking Up at the Plane:✈️ - When viewing the aircraft from below, you might see the underside lights, such as the anti-collision beacon (strobe light), which typically flashes white or red to increase visibility from below. 6. Looking Down on the Plane: ✈️ - When viewing the aircraft from above, you would see the top of the aircraft, including the anti-collision beacon (if it has one on top) and possibly the navigation lights on the wingtips depending on the angle. These lights are designed to provide clear visual cues to other pilots and ground personnel about the orientation and direction of the aircraft, enhancing safety during both day and night operations. #NavigationLights #aircraftnavigation #aircraftidentification #pilot #runway #taxiway #aircraft #aircraftknowledge