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Video: ‘Aircraft bomb bag’

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Here’s an interesting video that describes a new piece of technology that could protect planes from a serious security threat, watch the video to find out exactly what it is and how it works.

Try to answer the following question about the video and come back on Monday for the answer.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. What’s the purpose of the tests shown in the video?
  2. How did the bag do in the tests?
  3. What’s the bag made of and how thick is it?
  4. What characteristic of the bag is crucial for its effectiveness?
  5. What did the aviation expert think that the bag would be used on planes in the future?

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Video: ‘GEnx Engine’

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This week we look at a video that describes GE Aviation’s most advanced engine, the GEnx and how’s it’s powering Boeing’s 787 and 747-8 into the future.

Try to answer the following question about the video and come back on Monday for the answer.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. With the GEnx engine, what levels of efficiency improvements were they looking for?
  2. Which aspect of the GEnx engine is the best in its class?
  3. What fuel burn advantage does The GEnx engine provide over their previous engine?
  4. What practical difference did the GEnx engine make to their first customer?
  5. What precautions ensure that customers don’t experience problems with the engine?

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GEnx – Delivering Performance

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Video: ‘Airplane recycling’

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Here’s an interesting video that describes how planes are recycled.

Try to answer the following question about the video and come back on Monday for the answer.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. What are these old planes made into after recycling according to the video?
  2. What are some of the most valuable parts that can be recycled?
  3. Why doesn’t the plane go directly to the scrap yard?
  4. What happens during the final phases of the recycling process?

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Video: ‘How does an engine work?’

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Here’s an interesting video that describes how an engine works.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. In it’s most basic form, how does the engine produce thrust, according to the video?
  2. What is a high bypass engine?
  3. What advantage does this engine have over others in relation to fuel efficiency?
  4. What do the hot gases do after they leave the combustion chamber?
  5. According to the video, which does most of the work, the air that bypasses the engine, or the air that passes through the compressor, combustor and turbines?

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How does an engine work

We don’t even think twice any more about taking an airplane to get from one place to another, but do you know what it takes to power an airplane? Plunge into the incredible world of jet engines and see how they work.

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Video: ‘Oshkosh 2015’

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Here’s an interesting video that shows highlights from last Saturday’s Oshkosh event. It’s the annual event that brings aviation enthusiasts from all over the world to one place for a week!

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. How do pilots feel the first time they perform at Oshkosh?
  2. What’s special about the seaplane base?
  3. What were they planning to give away at Oshkosh?
  4. What does the word ’STOL’ stand for?

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Saturday Video Highlight of #OSH15

Saturday was packed full of fun including our incredible daily air show, some Seaplane Base serenity, Give Flight, Runway 5K, Valdez STOL competition, and our breathtaking night air show. Keep following #OSH15 and be sure to share your favorite moments of AirVenture too.

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Video: ‘Solar Impulse update’

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The Solar Impulse plane is a solar-powered plane which aims to fly around the world using only the power it generates from the sun. In our video today we have the latest update from Bertrand Piccard on the Solar Impulse’s progress.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. What problem does the plane have?
  2. How did the problem occur?
  3. What does this mean for the rest of the flights planned?
  4. When will these flights continue?
  5. What is Bertrand’s wish for the future?

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Solar Impulse Airplane in Hawaii: Bertrand Piccard Statement

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