No matter how long you’ve loved aviation, there’s always something new to discover. If you want to learn some fun facts about airplanes and airplane maintenance to impress your friends and family, keep reading! Airplanes Are Lightning Proof You read that right. The giant metal contraption in the sky is actually lightning proof! If you…
Every year, new advancements in technology are being released. From the newest iPhone to developments in the aviation industry, technology is on the up and up. Want to learn more about the improvements being made to the aviation industry? Here are some technology trends to keep on your radar. Autonomous Flight Systems Usually when you…
There are qualities- both ones you can learn and ones you already have- that will make you a good aviation maintenance technician (AMT). It will take more than just a love of working with your hands to help you succeed in this industry. So, what are the top 7 qualities of a good AMT? 1)…
When you first think of careers in aviation, you most likely think of the ones you see when you fly somewhere on a trip. You see pilots walking through the airport in their uniforms or once you board your flight. You are greeted by the flight attendant when you first board the plane or while…
If you’ve been looking into becoming an aviation mechanic, chances are you’ve seen the acronyms AMT and AME- among many others- floating around. These stand for Aviation Maintenance Technician and Aviation Maintenance Engineer. One of the most popular questions aviation mechanics get asked is if there’s a difference between them. In fact, based off name…
For many industries, the integration of technology and digitization have brought countless advantages. But with an increased use of technology, there is also an increased risk of something going wrong. If you don’t have the right security measures in place, hackers can easily access your information. It’s important to have your data properly encrypted, and…
One cannot begin a discussion about the beginnings of flight without mentioning the Wright Brothers. Without their contributions to successful, powered flight, there would be no need for the myriad of regulations and laws that have since come into effect to keep both pilots and passengers safe. The largest transportation agency in the United States…
Although Howard Hughes is now most remembered for his eccentric behavior and reclusive lifestyle, he first gained notoriety as a Hollywood producer and director in the 1920s. His films often ran over budget and were delayed by censors for sequences of violence. He was also known as a business magnate, investor, skilled engineer, philanthropist, and…
In the last century, thousands of commercial aircraft have taken to the skies. But do you know which ones are the most produced and most widely sold? It may not come as a surprise to you that most of them are made by Boeing and Airbus. Douglas DC-3 Although no longer in production, we couldn’t…
Every month we get closer to a world with drone infested skies, whether they’re from hobbyists or it’s your latest Amazon order. In order to keep everyone safe, restrictions must be put in place for both recreational and commercial drones. No matter what type of drone it is, it’s flying in the national airspace. This…
