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Advertisement The F16C is a single-engine, single-seat, multi-role tactical fighter with full air-to-air and air-to-surface combat capabilities. The F16D is a two-seat (tandem) version and performs the secondary role of a trainer. The fuselage is characterized by a large bubble …
Advertisement The empty weight of an aircraft includes all operating equipment, That has a fixed location and is installed in the aircraft. It includes the weight of the airframe, Powerplant required equipment, optional or special equipment, Fixed ballast, hydraulic fluid, …
Advertisement Unless the specific weight for an item is known, The standard weights used in aircraft weight and balance are as follows: Aviation gasoline 6 lb/gal Turbine fuel 6.7 lb/gal Lubricating oil 7.5 lb/gal Water 8.35 lb/gal Crew and passengers 170 lb …
Advertisement Wiring Diagrams and Wire Types – Aircraft Electrical System | Part 01 The satisfactory performance of any modern aircraft depends to a very great Degree in the continuing reliability of electrical systems and subsystems. Improperly or carelessly maintained wiring …
Advertisement Wiring Diagrams Electrical wiring diagrams are included in most aircraft service manuals and specify information, Such as the size of the wire and type of terminals to be used for a particular application. Furthermore, wiring diagrams typically identify each …
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Advertisement The US Air Force has converted a civilian airplane into an ad hoc unmanned aerial vehicle. Once the transformation was complete, the new drone was sent on a two-hour-long flight in the skies over Utah. ROBOpilot has taken the …