Aerotime

OCTOBER 28, 2024

With the resulting drop in height of the right-hand side of the aircraft, the plane’s number two engine cowling also contacted the tarmac, with the aircraft coming to rest on its right-hand side. Airport authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the failure of the drain cover and surrounding tarmac area.

Tarmac 300

Tarmac Thrust Approach Pilot 300

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Witnesses and airport surveillance footage captured the moment when the Airbus A330’s powerful thrust dislodged sections of the newly resurfaced runway. As the plane accelerated, fragments of tarmac were seen being thrown into the air behind it, creating a visible trail of debris.

Runway 152

Runway Tarmac Thrust Cargo 152

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

His body was thrown down onto the tarmac below. The report concluded that the cause of the accident was “unlawful interference by the hijackers which resulted in loss of engine thrust due to fuel exhaustion”. Captain Abate and the First Officer were among the survivors.

Cockpit 278

Cockpit Tarmac Drag Thrust 278

Ask the Pilot

AUGUST 5, 2024

Imagine what it’s like slinging suitcases out on the tarmac when the mercury hits triple digits. Jet engines don’t like this low-density air either, producing less thrust. Aerodynamically, warmer air is less dense than cooler air, meaning that in hot weather a wing produces less lift. beyond which operation isn’t permitted.

Weather 90

Weather Thrust Lift Tarmac 90

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JULY 22, 2024

Touched down with the reverse thrust kicking in to slow the aircraft down. As our flight landed at the international terminal, we were informed that we were to disembark the aircraft by the stairs, that means we get to see the aircraft on the tarmac and the airport bus would transport us to the domestic terminal.

Cabin Crew 59

Cabin Crew Runway Weather Ceiling 59