A plane mechanic has finally explained the viral video of “duct tape” on an airliner jet engine — and revealed what it’s really used for. “We looked out of our window and saw this,” the caption reads ...

The pause before takeoff is not hesitation, but a critical moment of engine verification and thrust stabilization.

Speculation abounds as to the cause of the Air India airplane crash on June 12. One explanation so far is that both engines of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner failed, a highly unlikely event. A list ...

Soon after US Airways flight 1549 took off from LaGuardia Airport on January 15, 2009, a flock of geese were sucked into the engines and Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger had to land the plane in the ...

Aircraft mechanic training options include apprenticeships at flight schools or mechanic shops, dedicated mechanic schools, and university degree programs. When choosing an apprenticeship, prioritize ...