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From albatrosses to slimy eels: Aircraft design and concepts inspired by nature 

Aerotime

Winglets and Sharklets Both Airbus and Boeing operate aircraft with wingtip devices that are designed to increase aircraft efficiency by removing drag. The devices would prove to “reduce wingtip drag” and increase “fuel efficiency by 6-7%” but would need be positioned uniquely for each aircraft type.

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Teaching International Student Pilots

Air Facts

Teaching International Student Pilots Air Facts Journal In the mid 70s, I was a USAF T-38 instructor pilot (IP) in the 71 st Flying Training Wing at Vance AFB (KEND) in Enid, Oklahoma. Two squadrons trained students in their journey to become Air Force pilots. The venerable Tweet A.K.A. The 6000-pound dog-whistle!

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Wingtip Vortices and Wake Turbulence

Pilot Institute

Pilots avoid vortices by maintaining safe separation and adjusting flight paths. This horizontal component of lift is called Induced Drag. Its called induced drag since it only exists as a consequence of lift. If youre generating lift, youre stuck with induced drag as well. Increased Drag Moving air around is hard work!

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Today in Aviation History: 58th Anniversary of ‘Pardo’s Push’

Vintage Aviation News

Matthew Gaetke, 310th Fighter Squadron commander, and retired Air Force pilot Lt. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ridge Shan) Pardo attempted to push Amans Phantom by contacting its drag chute compartment, but turbulence made this impossible. Retired Air Force pilot Lt. Retired Air Force pilot Lt. 12, 2017.

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Step-by-Step Guide to No-Flaps Landings for Pilots

Pilot Institute

It might sound a bit scary, but its a valuable skill for a pilot to master. Pilots must adapt their approach and landing technique during flap failure. When landing without flaps, pilots must adjust their techniques to compensate for higher approach speeds, a shallow descent angle, and longer landing distances.

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What Is Bernoulli’s Principle? A Simple Guide for Pilots

Pilot Institute

Importance for Pilots and Engineers How Do Pilots Use Bernoullis Principle? Bernoullis principle isnt something pilots think about routinely. Pilots know their aircraft will stall if they exceed the critical angle of attack. Bernoullis principle teaches pilots the importance of keeping airflow moving over the wing.

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Banner Tow Tragedy

Plane and Pilot

The pilot replied, Im trying to, uhkeep climbing. The pilot checked in normally. The Fort Lauderdale controller asked if the pilot would like to return to North Perry. The pilot died at the scene. As a pilot hed logged just over 300 hours total time, including 15 hours in the Pawnee. Im showing you at 600 feet now.

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