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The Ilyushin Il-62 had four tail mounted engines, as did the Vickers VC10.
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What were differences between the Gotha bomber model GI compared to GII?
The Gotha G.1 had the fuselage mounted on the Upper wing and the tractor engines mounted on the lower wing. The pilot and gunner positions were on the very top of the aircraft, which provided an unobstructed view. The problem is that it was deadly if the aircraft flipped over on the ground. There were dual rudders on the tail. The Gotha G.11 was a couple of meters larger in wingspan and length and had the typical design of the fuselage and engines mounted to the lower wing. The tail now had one large rudder. The engines were pusher engines that were 220 hp versus 160hp for the earlier model. The a/c gross weight of 3190 lbs was an increase of 390 lbs. The Gotha G.Vb would have a gross weight of 4550 lbs and a 4-wheel landing gear.
How many engines does a MD-11 jet have?
Three jets - one under each wing and one mounted in the tail unit. That answer will get you grounded if you are a MD-11 pilot. There are four engines on an MD-11. One mounted on each wing, another on the tail and the APU unit that helps start those engines and can supply power while on the ground.
Where are jet engines located on a jet?
Most civil aircraft have their jets either under-wing or in the tail or on the side of the tail. Most cargo aircraft and bombers have the same configuration. The B-2 has engines buried in the wing. Most fighters used to either have the jet embedded in the body or on the side.
What is an elevator on a plane?
The elevator are the control surfaces on an airplane that make the aircraft pitch nose UP or DOWN and causes the airplane to rise or descend. The Elevator are usually on the tail of the aircraft and are mounted on the horizontal tail surfaces. However, some aircraft have this control forward of the main wings.
What is an airplane beacon?
Most airplanes have a flashing light mounted on the tail or on the top of the fuselage which serves to make the aircraft more visible to other air traffic. This is called the aircraft beacon.
How many stand by engines does a airplane have?
In the Air, the Plane flys on the engines on the wing. If an engine goes out the engine stays out and it flys on the remaining ones. On the ground the Airport may have a few engines available to swap out if something is drastically wrong with the engine. Commericial Passenger aircraft have an Auxillary Power Unit (APU) that is a turbine engine that provides electrical and hydraulic power for emergencies or while a/c is parked on the ground. The Boeing 747 has its APU mounted in the tail--that is the exhaust you see when you look at the hole in the tail. Boeing 727 have an APU mounted in its wheel well; its inlet is on one side the the exhaust is on the other side. Usually on the ground, the aircraft is plugged into ground power carts and air conditioning carts, but the APU can be used.
How many engines does a jet plane have?
Depending on the size of the jet, the amount of engines may vary between 2 and 4 (on most commercial aircraft) The engines can be fixed to the wings, integrated in the tail, or above the stabilizers in the rear of the plane.
How many engines does a 737 have?
It actually has 3 engines. Two that propel it in the air and one in the tail called the APU. This is a small jet that provides power for the aircraft systems while on the ground when main engines are off. It is shut off in flight.
Are an aircraft's engines on when pushed away from the terminal?
When an aircraft is being pushed away from the terminal, this is generally done with the main engines off. However, most airliners and larger corporate jets have what is called an "APU" which stands for "Auxiliary Power Unit". This is a small engine usually situated in the tail or belly of the plane which is used to power various subsystems of the aircraft until it is possible to start the main engines.
How do planes run?
Aircraft run, or more correctly, fly, by first having a light structure involving wings that will give it 'lift'. Most aircraft have engines to propel them. They may be piston engines, very similar to auto engines,but with a propellor instead of wheels. They may also have jet engines. - When the aircraft is propelled forward fast enough, the wing will generate lift and it will rise off the ground. Once in the air, the pilot controls the aircraft by movable devices on the wings and tail that let him turn it and make it go up or down.
Can the tail surfaces fit either aircraft?
No, tail surfaces are designed for particular aircraft.
What is the tail height of the aircraft?
The tail height of an aircraft varies from 2m to 15m.
