Aircraft Systems Collaborative Articles

How do you optimize the design of aircraft systems to reduce vibration and fatigue loads?

Learn how to apply analysis, testing, and optimization techniques to reduce vibration and fatigue loads in aircraft systems.

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How do you ensure the quality and reliability of the ECS suppliers and vendors?

9 contributions 2 months ago

Learn six steps to select and manage the environmental control system (ECS) suppliers and vendors for your aircraft in this article.

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How do you manage data quality and integrity in navigation databases?

2 contributions 4 months ago

Learn how to update, verify, and validate your navigation data for safe and efficient flight operations.

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What are the skills and competencies required for working on thrust and fuel consumption in aircraft systems?

9 contributions 1 week ago

Learn about the skills and competencies required for working on thrust and fuel consumption in aircraft systems, such as aerodynamics, propulsion, combustion…

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How do you optimize the use of EFBs and connectivity in the cockpit?

20 contributions 2 weeks ago

Learn how to choose, connect, manage, use, and train with electronic flight bags (EFBs) and their data sources in aviation.

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What are the main challenges and opportunities of using electric or hybrid propulsion for ECS?

3 contributions 5 months ago

Learn how electric or hybrid propulsion systems affect the environmental control system (ECS) of an aircraft, and what are the challenges and opportunities for ECS…

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How do you use FMS to detect and correct navigation errors in flight?

16 contributions 2 months ago

Learn how to use flight management systems (FMS) to detect, correct, and prevent navigation errors in flight. Discover how FMS works and what features it offers.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of using tubeless tires versus tubed tires on landing gear?

13 contributions 1 week ago

Learn the advantages and disadvantages of using tubeless or tubed tires on your landing gear, and how they affect your aircraft performance.

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How do you integrate and update navigation data from different sources and formats?

8 contributions 4 months ago

Learn how to manage navigation data from different sources and formats for your aircraft systems. Ensure quality, accuracy, security, compliance, usage, and…

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How do you manage human error and risk in cockpit display systems?

15 contributions 2 months ago

Learn how to use cockpit display systems (CDS) effectively and responsibly. Discover tips and best practices for CDS design, training, monitoring, management…

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How do you update and enhance your ECS skills and knowledge in a dynamic and competitive industry?

7 contributions 5 months ago

Learn how to update and enhance your environmental control system skills and knowledge in the aircraft industry with these six tips.

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What are the current and emerging technologies for reducing drag and improving thrust in aircraft systems?

5 contributions 3 months ago

Learn about the current and emerging technologies that can help aircraft systems fly faster, farther, and greener by reducing drag and improving thrust.

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What are the best practices for storing and transporting landing gear tires and wheels?

6 contributions 1 week ago

Learn how to store, transport, inspect, maintain, handle, and train on landing gear tires and wheels to ensure their safety and performance.

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What are the best practices for avionics system software documentation?

10 contributions 2 months ago

Learn how to create quality documentation for your avionics system software. Find out what to document, how to document, when to document, and who should document.

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What are the trade-offs between hydraulic and electric steering actuators for aircraft?

11 contributions 1 month ago

Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of hydraulic and electric steering actuators for aircraft and their impact on steering system design.

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How do you analyze and learn from engine system failure incidents and reports?

7 contributions 2 months ago

Learn how to analyze and learn from engine system failures in aircraft systems, and improve your design and maintenance practices.

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How do you manage the ECS project lifecycle, from planning and design to implementation and evaluation?

3 contributions 5 months ago

Learn how to plan, design, implement, and evaluate environmental control systems (ECS) for aircraft systems. Follow these key steps and considerations to comply…

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