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How Many Miles Per Gallon Does An F-22 Raptor Actually Get In Supercruise?

How Many Miles Per Gallon Does An F-22 Raptor Actually Get In Supercruise?

How efficient is an F-22 at Mach 1.5? The Raptor gets just 0.30 MPG in supercruise, but the number tells a bigger story.

Antonio Di Trapani 1 month ago
High Idle: Why Pilots Sometimes Burn Fuel Before Takeoff

High Idle: Why Pilots Sometimes Burn Fuel Before Takeoff

Airlines and crew may need to adjust aircraft weight on the ground.

Josh Eyre 2 months ago
At 500 Miles Per Hour, This Is How The Boeing 787 Stays Fuel Efficient

At 500 Miles Per Hour, This Is How The Boeing 787 Stays Fuel Efficient

The aircraft can cruise at 500 miles per hour, but only thanks to a plethora of innovative features that keep efficiency...

Jacob Johnson 3 months ago
Is It True That Winglets Significantly Reduce Fuel Burn On Long-Haul Routes?

Is It True That Winglets Significantly Reduce Fuel Burn On Long-Haul Routes?

Winglets allow small gains to compound into huge savings on long-haul routes.

Jack McGarity 4 months ago
EASA Green Lights Installation Of Drag-Reducing Fins On Boeing 737 NG Variants

EASA Green Lights Installation Of Drag-Reducing Fins On Boeing 737 NG Variants

VCT's cutting-edge finlets are set to make a significant impact on aircraft performance and sustainability.

Tatenda Karuwa 11 months ago
Airbus A380 Vs. Boeing 747: Which Is More Fuel Efficient Per Passenger?

Airbus A380 Vs. Boeing 747: Which Is More Fuel Efficient Per Passenger?

These two jumbo jets carry the most passengers of any commercial jet, but how fuel-efficient are they?

Peter Hanson 1 year ago
Lufthansa Technik Seeks Approval For Airbus A330 Shark Skin Modification

Lufthansa Technik Seeks Approval For Airbus A330 Shark Skin Modification

For the Airbus A330, Lufthansa Technik expects the AeroSHARK certification process to conclude in 2026.

Vyte Klisauskaite 1 year ago
How Many Miles Per Gallon Does An F-35 Get?

How Many Miles Per Gallon Does An F-35 Get?

Jet fighters are not necessarily known for their fuel efficiency, but is the F-35 Lightning II any different?

Peter Hanson 1 year ago
Why The Airbus A320 Family Has Such Different Winglets

Why The Airbus A320 Family Has Such Different Winglets

Let's explore the story behind the winglet variations seen with the Airbus A320 family of jets.

Peter Hanson 1 year ago
How Many Miles Per Gallon Does An Airbus A321neo Get?

How Many Miles Per Gallon Does An Airbus A321neo Get?

Airbus’ A321neo is renowned for being a fuel efficiency leader, let’s break down just how good it really is.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
Are More Fuel-Efficient Aircraft Increasing Global Warming?

Are More Fuel-Efficient Aircraft Increasing Global Warming?

Contrails exist when water vapour from aircraft engines condenses and freezes at high altitudes.

Aaron Bailey 1 year ago
What Is The Most Fuel-Efficient Narrowbody Aircraft?

What Is The Most Fuel-Efficient Narrowbody Aircraft?

The aircraft design and engines contribute to its fuel efficiency.

Dr. Omar Memon 1 year ago
How Do Boeing 737 MAX And Airbus A320neo Engines Impact Airline Fuel Efficiency?

How Do Boeing 737 MAX And Airbus A320neo Engines Impact Airline Fuel Efficiency?

Depending on the requirements of airlines and the routes they serve, all have different operational costs.

Aaron Bailey 1 year ago
How Many Miles Per Gallon Does A Commercial Aircraft Get?

How Many Miles Per Gallon Does A Commercial Aircraft Get?

There are many factors that impact fuel efficiency, including aircraft aerodynamics, weight, and engine efficiency.

Ryan Williams 1 year ago
What Is The Most Fuel-Efficient Long-Haul Aircraft?

What Is The Most Fuel-Efficient Long-Haul Aircraft?

Aviation manufacturers increasingly focus on fuel efficiency to drive sustainability in aircraft design, as seen in thes...

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
Are Split Scimitar Winglets Really That Efficient?

Are Split Scimitar Winglets Really That Efficient?

How can split scimitar winglets help airlines and aircraft manufacturers achieve their ambitious sustainability goals?

Steven Walker 1 year ago
How Composite Materials Make The Airbus A350 A Gamechanger

How Composite Materials Make The Airbus A350 A Gamechanger

Using lightweight and robust composites reduces net fuel burn and minimizes maintenance costs.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
Alaska Airlines Is Using AI To Assist In Planning Routes & Lowering Emissions

Alaska Airlines Is Using AI To Assist In Planning Routes & Lowering Emissions

The carrier said the technology gives it “more confidence and flexibility.”

Channing Reid 2 years ago
What Is AeroSHARK Technology & How Does Its Use Benefit Airlines?

What Is AeroSHARK Technology & How Does Its Use Benefit Airlines?

The miracle microstructures could be the solution to achieving the industry’s challenging environmental goal.

Channing Reid 2 years ago
5 Reasons Why The Airbus A350 Has Quickly Become A Favorite For Airlines, Pilots & Passengers

5 Reasons Why The Airbus A350 Has Quickly Become A Favorite For Airlines, Pilots & Passengers

The widebody has been performing commercial flights for nearly a decade.

Channing Reid 2 years ago