Practical Aeronautics

From a practical perspective, we teach introductory aeronautics and propulsion short courses to anyone working directly or indirectly in the field of aviation.

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The Power of a Piece of Paper

January 6, 2023 By Practical Aeronautics Team

A great read (written by our own Mark Jones Jr.) at the start of a new year…”we all get a chance to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary and to launch our ideas into the world.”

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Bill Heiser Memoriam

October 10, 2022 By Keith Boyer

It is not circumstantial, and indeed entirely fitting, that I find myself writing another one of these for “Uncle Bill,” “Dr H,” William H. Heiser, after his passing on September 26, 2022…one year to the day when Jack Mattingly passed.  The two were great friends, the closest of friends, humanly and spiritually.  At the urging of Jack, who flew to Colorado Springs weeks before his own death to convince Bill to move to the Seattle area close to family, Bill moved into his new Seattle residence on the day of Jack’s passing. 

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Jack Mattingly Memoriam

October 5, 2021 By Keith Boyer

Colleague, mentor, role model, and friend to Practical Aero, and more importantly, countless others, Jack D. Mattingly passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 26, 2021. Jack LOVED teaching and interacting with students. He was a master at challenging them to not only think, but to think at a systems-level by applying foundational principles from a practical perspective—an approach that’s at the heart of PAI’s mission.

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The Pilot’s Voice

April 15, 2021 By Practical Aeronautics Team

By Mark Jones, Jr.

Aircraft landing sunset

There’s something to the sound.
The static breaks. The voices clipped.

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Aviation, Pilot, Poetry

PW4077 Failure on 777

March 2, 2021 By Keith Boyer

Engine Failure, 20 Feb 2021

Commercial aviation has a remarkable safety record. The recent engine mishap involving UA328 out of Denver on Feb. 20th is a humbling reminder that not all events are predictable even when we test for them.

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Aviation, Blade-off Test, Engine Failure

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Practical Aeronautics, Inc.
P.O. Box 461434
Aurora, Colorado 80046-1434

Phone: (719) 659-7319
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What’s Special About PAI Courses?

What's special about PAI courses?

After attending a PAI course, you’ll leave with: Improved foundational understanding of airplane … Learn More

Who Should Attend a PAI Course?

Who Should Attend a PAI course?

Which Introductory or Advanced course is right for you? Anyone looking for a “big picture” … Learn More

In Affiliation with Dr. Link Jaw and with exclusive rights granted by Dr. Jack Mattingly

Practical Aeronautics is Proud to Offer:
Fundamentals of Aircraft Engine Controls, Accessories, and Health Management

Aircraft Engine Systems Design Introductory Systems Analysis

Aircraft Engine Systems Design Intermediate Engine Design

Aircraft Engine Systems Design Advanced Component Design

Cycle Analysis of Gas Turbine Engines

Why Take A Course with Practical Aero?

More than ever, today’s aircraft are complex systems requiring skilled professionals to combine their specific expertise into a fully integrated vehicle. The professionals who engineer, test, manufacture, and in any way support these aircraft are accomplished specialists, but often lack an overall understanding of the airplane system as a whole. Fundamental understanding of the airplane-engine system gives you improved ability to communicate more effectively and frame thinking beyond your area of expertise.

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