In most cases airplanes are fueled in either of 2 methods; over-wing or center point.
Over-wing is exactly that. The fueler opens a cap on the top of the wing, inserts the fuel nozzle and begins fueling. This is done on each wing. Center point fueling is done by attaching the fueling hose to a central point on the underside of the wing. Fuel is then fed to the tanks from this single connection. Proper safe fueling procedure also requires that metal fuel nozzles be grounded to the receiving aircraft before fueling is begun. This prevents a sparking electrical discharge from the plane to the hose which could cause a fire or explosion.
What is the max takeoff weight of a Boeing 747?
The maximum take off weight for a 747-400 is 875,000 pounds or 396,890 kilos.
How many people can sit in a Boeing 747?
Typical 3 class configuration (first, business and economy class) 416 passengers
2 class configuration 524 passengers.
What is the speed of large aircraft on take off in kms?
This varies depends on the size of the plane. A smaller aircraft like Cessna would need a very less take-off speed than a Boeing. The average take-off speed is 280kmph.
Does the el al Boeing 767-200 ER have personal screens by every seat?
No, it does not. Only overhead screens
At what altitude or height the aircraft retract its landing gear?
Commercial Airlines normally retract the landing gear when the Vertical Speed Indicator indicates a positive rate of climb. Basically, when the instruments indicate the sircraft is climbing, the gear is raised.
What is the passenger capacity for a Boeing 747?
There are several types of 747s. From the 100 type to the 400. Let's start from the smallest type.
747-100/200/SP
3 cockpit crew plus 516 passengers
747-300/400
2 cockpit crew plus 568 passengers
Average flying height for a Boeing 747 in miles?
Depends upon gross weight of the aircraft and outside air temperature, but the absolute maximum altitude is 45,100 feet. For an average, the 747-400 usually cruises around 35,000 - 37,000 feet.
What engine does a Boeing 747 use?
The 747-400 use 3 different engine manufacturers; Pratt & Whitney, General Electric and Rolls Royce.
Why do large aircraft have retractable undercarriage?
To reduse drag and make the airplane more streemlined.