Aircraft Disassembly and Recycling Process

Aircraft Disassembly and Recycling Process

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Business, Engineering

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video explores the lifecycle of a Boeing 747, which after 24 years of service, is now more valuable in parts than as a whole. The aircraft is taken to Goodyear, Arizona, where it will be disassembled by Aerot Turbine. The process involves removing engines, inventorying resellable items, extracting hazardous materials, and recycling metal. Despite the challenges, the aim is to recycle 98% of the aircraft, reclaiming parts and scrap worth $6.8 million.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the aircraft's arrival at the Aerot Turbine facility?

It is being upgraded with new technology.

It is being repainted.

It is being disassembled for parts.

It is being prepared for a new flight.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the aircraft considered more valuable in parts?

It is a rare model.

It is too old to fly safely.

Its parts can be used in other aircraft.

It has a unique design.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge faced by the team disassembling the aircraft?

Lack of proper tools.

The size and complexity of the aircraft.

Inexperience with aircraft disassembly.

Time constraints.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in the disassembly process?

Removing hazardous materials.

Crushing the remaining metal.

Removing the engines.

Inventorying resellable items.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal of the aircraft recycling process?

To create new aircraft.

To recycle 98% of the materials.

To train new mechanics.

To dispose of the aircraft safely.