The Combined Cadet Force


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Airframes intro

“The success of a modern and progressive ACO must continue to be founded on a binding ethos underpinned by Core Values

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Airframe Design Part 1

The purpose of this chapter is to make you aware of the various influences that affect the shape and performance of an aircraft and to give you an understanding of the structure that make up the airframe itself.

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Materials Part 2

The purpose of this chapter is to make you aware of the many different materials employed in an aircraft’s structure, it’s properties and application.

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Manufacturing Technology Part 3

The purpose of this chapter is to discuss in more detail, the tools and processes technology that is utilised in the manufacture and assembly of an airframe.

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The Fuselage Part 4

The purpose of this chapter is to discuss in more detail the first of the 4 major components few learned about in Chapter 1, the Fuselage.

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Wings & Tailplane Part 5

The purpose of this chapter is to discuss in more detail, 2 of the 4 major components, the Wing (or mainplane) and the Tailplane.

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Hydraulics & Pneumatics Part 6

The purpose of this chapter is to provide a basic introduction to the principles of hydraulics & pneumatics and their application within the airframe.

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Undercarriage Part 7

The purpose of this chapter is to discuss in more detail the last of the ‘Four Major Components’ – the Undercarriage (or Landing Gear).

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