Where is the fuel stored in a 747?

The fuel tanks on a 747 are in the wings. Some aircraft do have their fuel tanks in their fusilage, but it is usual to have them in the wings.

How many fuel tanks Does a plane have?

The aircraft carries six main fuel tanks with 80,000 lb. of gas that would heat up to 200C (400F) and required the development of a special fuel with a very high flashpoint to lower the chances of an explosion or fire. The fuel tanks are all externally placed due to expansion and contraction cycles from extreme heat.

Why fuel tanks are located in the wings?

Locating the fuel tanks in the aircraft’s wings improves the overall structural efficiency by counter-balancing the wing’s lift and the fuselage’s weight, reduces aircraft fuel system complexity, and improves passenger safety by locating fuel away from the passenger compartment.

Do airplanes dump fuel before landing?

During a normal flight, the plan is to burn fuel so the plane’s weight will below that number by the time it lands. Some airplanes – usually larger ones – have the capability to dump fuel to reduce the landing weight. Dumping fuel can reduce the weight quickly, dumping thousands of pounds in a few minutes.

What plane can carry a tank?

The C-5 was built to carry more cargo than any other plane. The C-5M can lift more than a quarter million pounds, and the approximately 34,000-cubic-foot cargo bay is large enough to contain one tank, six helicopters, or 24,844,746 ping pong balls.

What does the term wet wing mean?

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A wet wing is an aerospace engineering technique where an aircraft’s wing structure is sealed and used as a fuel tank. By eliminating the need for fuel bladders, aircraft can weigh less and offer improved performance. Wet wings are common among civilian designs, from airliners to small general aviation aircraft.

Which part of the plane is the quietest?

The front section, especially seats that are placed before the jet engines are the quietest area of the plane.