Eli5: why is volcanic ash dangerous to aircraft, and yet they can fly through forest fire smoke? 635 viewsJanuary 1, 2024 Question98.96K April 19, 2023 0 Comments Thank you! In: 32 36 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted April 19, 2023 0 Comments Volcanic ash is tiny fragments of actual rock that is hard and abrasive, causing rapid wear in airplane engines. Smoke particles are mostly carbon and not nearly as dangerous. You are viewing 1 out of 36 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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