Tire bursting incidents occur regularly.The Concorde accident raised the greatest concern. This Airbus document reviews the different tire technologies lead to different bursting behaviors.Airbus recommendations are numerous and helpful for safe day to day operations…. Continue Reading →
A set of guidelines or ''Golden Rules'' for the operation of automated systems can help crew members to remain fully aware of the status of the aircraft and its sophisticated systems ''ready to react'' should an unexpected or critical event arise…. Continue Reading →
This briefing provides a review and discussion of the following aspects, highlighting the lessons learned from incidents / accidents (particularly during approach-and-landing): Barometric-altimeter reference (QNH or QFE), use of different units for altitude measurement and reading, Radio-altimeter callouts, and Low-OAT operation…. Continue Reading →
High frequency (HF) radio is perhaps the oldest form of airborne radio communications. HF transceivers can provide an entire world of communications, options and challenges…… Continue Reading →
This Manual is published by Goodyear and it will help you get maximum service life from your aircraft tires…. Continue Reading →
Windshield rain protection provides the flight crew with a clear vision through the aircraft windshield when rain is encountered. The « Rainboe « rain repellent fluid, originally used on Airbus aircraft in addition to the basic windshield wiper system, has been phased out as part of the worldwide effort to protect the Ozone layer. While…… Continue Reading →