Preparing for a Technical Interview with an airline? In this section of Learning Zone we present some common Technical Interview Questions and give expert advice on how they could be answered.
What is the purpose of using flaps during approach?
a) To reduce approach speeds
b) For steeper angle of approach
c) All the above
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Research and compare the different types of wing and their aerodynamic effects. Consider some of the following features of wings.
Aircraft wings may feature some of the following:
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Jet aircraft are usually fitted with swept wings. What are the advantages of this?
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