Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome:
Technical Corner

The Aerodrome has added this area to allow us to share a more techincal and in depth analysis of what actually happens as the antique aircraft are restored. Our first article by Chad Wille is a lengthy dissertation on rotary engines, he explains with elaborate detail how the engines that power our aircraft actually work.  Throughout the year we hope to add to the collection of technical articles for all of our visitors to learn from.


AVRO 504K Trainer - New!
Written By: Chad Wille - Director of Maintenance, Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome.
Alliot Verdun Roe built his first airplane in 1908, a triplane powered with a 24 hp. French Antoinette engine. Becoming airborne on June 8 he was the first Briton to fly in England. This was the beginning of British aircraft design and manufacturing... Full Article - The Avro 504K Trainer


ROTARY ENGINES AND WHY THEY SPIN
Written By: Chad Wille - Director of Maintenance, Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome.
The reason for a spinning rotary engine seems at first so illogical that it begs for an explanation. Fortunately when the facts and reasons for its purpose are known and understood it is inevitable to come to the conclusion that only the rotary engine format, and no other, could have accomplished what it did in fueling the terrific growth and performance of early aircraft... Full Article - Rotary Engines and why they spin