Aviation Orbit Blog

Aircraft braking systems are crucial to safe landings, and they regularly undergo intense inspection and servicing to guarantee their reliability. Typically, aircraft brakes can last between 1000-2000 landings before requiring replacement, and their longevity depends on the particular material they ...

When aircraft are in flight, the various control surfaces are carefully oriented in the right direction to effectively direct the airstream. But when they are on the ground, what is there to keep the flaps from moving in the wind? Though the control surfaces are designed to handle harsh conditions, ...

?Static dischargers are small components mounted on the exterior of aircraft that are designed to safely release electrical charges accumulated during flight. By directing this static energy away from the airframe and into the atmosphere, these components help prevent electromagnetic interference th...