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What is air defense and airspace management? Why is it in place? What happens if it is crossed?

Airplane runways and taxiways are an important part of the overall functioning of airplanes. Smooth working of an airport depends substantially on the condition of its runways and taxiways. If in improper condition, they can cause heavy damage to airplanes.

Radar is one of the most important devices on an airplane as far as airplane navigation is concerned. Airplane radar helps promote safe flights even in bad weather conditions. How does an airplane radar work and what is its importance? Let’s find out.

Since the time of its introduction, the global positioning system (GPS) bestowed innumerable benefits on the aviation industry. GPS has drastically increased the safety of airplanes in air. The article describes the importance of GPS use in airplane technology and in the aviation industry.

Efficient communication between the pilot and ground staff is the key factor towards safe flying of aircraft. How is commercial flight communication done and what systems are used? Find the answer to these questions and to many more in this article.

In an effort to prevent the aerodynamic problems associated with ice buildup on wings and the aircraft in general, aviation engineers utilize a number of safety programs for aircraft icing avoidance. While these technologies were needed during the early days of flight, safety programs have improved.

Like traditional runways, helipads and heliports require the maintenance of many regulations for safety and security of the aircraft and ground-based facilities. Federal aviation regulations on helicopter landing zones are not as intricate as their fixed-wing counterparts, but they are important.

Where is the best place to sit while traveling on board an aircraft? A window seat? A seat nearest to the cockpit? Or the seat beside the emergency exit? Though the choice of the seat depends on the passenger, his or her safety is always given the first priority. Find out more inside the article

Airport security screening history began with the simple installation of security personnel at airports to help prevent hijackings. Over the years, it evolved as a means to control trafficking of contraband and ultimately became the front line in the battle against terrorism.

Implemented over a number of years since the creation of the airplane, airport runway safety programs are designed to maintain a secure way for aircraft to takeoff and land. Many dangers exist which can impact the safety of airplanes, prompting the establishment of standard operating procedures.