A Technical Look at the Role of the Afterburner in Jet Engines
I still remember the first time I saw an afterburner in action – the roar of the engine was like…
Author: Simon Foster
My name is Simon Foster, and I believe the principles of flight shouldn't be a mystery. Having spent my career designing aircraft, I now write to translate complex engineering into understandable insights. My goal is to show you the brilliant science that keeps us safe in the sky, proving that the real magic is in the mechanics.
An Engineer’s Guide: Turbofan Vs. Turbojet Engines
As I stand on the flight line, watching a turbofan vs turbojet engines debate unfold among my fellow engineers, I’m…
A Guide to How Airport Radar Works to Keep Skies Safe
I still remember the first time I witnessed an airport radar system in action – the _hum of the machinery_,…
An Engineer’s Guide to the Science of Supersonic Flight
I still remember the day I first grasped the mind-bending physics that make the science of supersonic flight possible –…
An Explanation of What Is Fly-by-wire Technology
I still remember the first time I encountered the term “what is fly-by-wire” – it was like unlocking a secret…
An Engineer’s Guide: How Helicopters Fly and Maneuver
I still remember the first time I saw a helicopter take off – the way its blades spun, creating a…
A Deep Dive: a Guide to Rocket Propulsion Systems
As I sit in my workshop, surrounded by half-built model rockets and scattered technical manuals, I often think about the…
A Look at the Future of Aircraft Design and Innovation
As I sit in my workshop, surrounded by the remnants of my latest RC aircraft project, I often find myself…
An Introduction to What Is Avionics: the Brains of an Aircraft
I still remember the first time I heard someone say, “what is avionics” as if it was a mysterious, unapproachable…
A Guide to Aircraft Materials: From Aluminum to Composites
I still remember the first time I saw a plane take off – the rush of adrenaline, the thrill of…