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Kerim Çabuk

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical engineer working in aircraft maintenance engineering, and a lifelong aviation enthusiast. Away from the hangar he photographs aircraft and rides his bike.

Also a spotterSee 25 photos

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Original Famous Aircraft

T-6 Texan Trainer: The Aircraft That Won WWII

T-6 Texan, military aviation, WWII aircraft, North American Aviation, pilot training, Harvard aircraft, SNJ Navy, radial engine, aviation history, military trainer

Original Aircraft Technology

Concorde Droop Nose Explained: Why Does It Bend Down?

Uncover the secrets of the Concorde droop nose. Learn how this unique hydraulic design balanced Mach 2 aerodynamic efficiency with crucial runway visibility.

Original Aviation Articles

Aircraft Spotting Photos | Vecihi XIV

Aircraft spotting photos of the historic Vecihi XIV taken during SHG Airshow 2025 in Sivrihisar, Türkiye. This legendary aircraft designed by Vecihi Hürkuş represents the early…

Original Aviation Articles

Aircraft Spotting Photos | North American T-28

Aircraft spotting photos of the legendary North American T-28 Trojan captured during the Sivrihisar Airshow in Turkey, September 2025, showcasing classic warbird aviation and airshow photography…

Original Aviation Facts

Why Airplane Lights Dim During Takeoff and Landing

Airplane lights dimming during takeoff and landing is not about comfort. It helps passengers’ eyes adjust to darkness so they can quickly find emergency exits if…

Original Accidents & Incidents

Why Airplane Oxygen Masks Only Work for 15 Minutes

When those yellow masks drop, you only have about 15 minutes of air. Sounds like a death sentence? It’s actually a perfectly calculated survival strategy.

Original Aircraft Technology

F-35: 10 Dark Engineering Facts

Explore 10 dark engineering facts about the F-35 Lightning II, from stealth geometry and the powerful F135 engine to sensor fusion and network warfare. Discover how…

Original Aviation Facts

Why Your Ears Pop on a Plane

Have you ever wondered why your ears pop on a plane?It is not random. In fact, it is a sign that a critical aircraft system is…

Original Military Aviation

Does the F-16’s Control Stick Really Not Move?

The F-16 Fly-By-Wire System replaced traditional mechanical flight controls with electronic signals processed by computers. Early versions used a nearly rigid side-stick, but pilots needed feedback.…