Vent: The central hole in the canopy of a parachute which promotes stability through the escape of superfluous air pressure.
A vent line allows air to enter the tank as fuel is used. During hot weather, fuel may expand and overflow through the vent when tanks are full.
Fresh Air Vent: Clear
Check that the bees haven't built a nest overnight. Otherwise you'll get a nasty surprise when you open the vent in flight!
Landing Lights: Check ...
Your tank will most likely have a 1 1/2" fill and 5/8 " vent tube molded into the tank. Here we are still missing one more nozzle for the cozy/warm return line.
If a gravity feed system is installed, the inspector should make sure that the vent in the tank filler cap is free and clear so that it will admit air to the tank.
A brief AD list includes ones addressing weight and balance issues, slippage of shoulder harnesses, failure of up-elevator cables, and fuel-tank vent obstruction.
The engine is mounted behind the crew and passenger compartments, so fuel does not have to flow past personnel, any leak will vent behind the aircraft, and any engine fire will be directed behind the aircraft (however, ...
As Garnerin failed to include an air vent at the top of his parachute, he oscillated wildly in his descent. However, he landed unhurt half a mile from the balloon's takeoff site.
The casing itself, for example, is slightly porous, and there's an intentional vent in the tire body itself. There also may be a safety plug in the wheel that leaks a bit, and the O-ring in the wheel may leak some. The bead may leak, too.
 See also: Aircraft, Flight, Plane, Speed, Pilot
  
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