Did you know? Aircraft can gather static electricity due to air friction. This can disrupt flight systems. The solution? Static Wicks - small wires on the leading edges of aircraft that slowly "wick" away static on an aircraft. ⚡✈️
Replying to @anotheracl Pt 3, and last on on static wicks. Video credit: https://youtu.be/q208OOl-N74 #pilotlife #pilotsarealwayslearning #pilotsoftiktok
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Replying to @ramoslaw These small, stick-like plane components take on lightning and electricity like it's no one's business! ⚡ #staticwicks #aviation #staticelectricity #lightning #aviaiton #aviationindustry #pilot