Aerial firefighting helicopters ingest significant volumes of airborne particles, and operators are advised to conduct periodic “compressor washes” to remove the contaminants from the compressor.

Abstract: The aviation industry is undergoing significant improvements in aircraft efficiency, driven by technological innovation and evolving performance demands. In this lecture, we will explore the ...

There have been many strange ways to power an aeroplane. In this story we’re going to look at 10 of the strangest methods. There wasn’t room to get into several other fascinating engines, fuels or ...