A short discussion of the unique constraints Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) faces. SUMMARY Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) with 103 gates still relies on buses to transport passengers to planes, despite its size. SEA cannot accommodate regular A380 flights due to a lack of double-loading bridges and the aircraft’s size. The airport, constrained by limited land,
Why Seattle Asked EVA Air To Change From A Boeing 777 To A 787 For Night Flights
The Port of Seattle sat down with Simple Flying to discuss how airlines are incentivized to reduce noise impacts. The Port of Seattle collaborated with EVA Air to change their late-night flight to a quieter Boeing 787-10 instead of a Boeing 777 or Boeing 747-400. The Fly Quiet Awards incentivize airlines to use quieter aircraft
How Often Do Airliners Have Their Tires Changed?
By Giacomo Amati Published Aug 20, 2023 Summary Aircraft tires can perform between 150 to 400 landings, but the actual lifespan depends on several factors, such as aircraft type and operating conditions. Variables affecting tire change include weather conditions, damaged runways, debris on runways, and thermal fatigue caused by extreme temperature changes. The status of aircraft tires
What Is Reverse Thrust?
Reverse thrust, also known as thrust reversal, involves diverting the thrust of an aircraft’s engines to decelerate the plane. When reverse thrust is active, it changes the direction of airflow emanating from the engine to help slow the aircraft down. How does reverse thrust work? When an aircraft is in operation, its engines provide forward