You may have noticed those spinning white spirals in a jet engine at one point or another. But have you ever stopped to think about why...
The least popular variant of the 747 has been unexpectedly brought back into commercial service after being absent for almost 2 years. A few weeks ago,...
The helicopter as an aircraft is not as simple as it seems, the unique flight features make the helicopter a feat of flight science. It is...
The use of the word “SQUAWK” comes from the system’s origin in WORLD WAR II- IDENTIFICATION FRIEND OR FOE (IFF) system, which was named with the...
If a sudden decompression were to happen inflight, each passenger and crew member would have their own oxygen supply. We will take a look at the...
As the Boeing 737 MAX planes have been gradually reinstated into service this past year, another problem has emerged with the infamous aircraft. Just a couple of...
The Antonov 225 “Mriya” is the world’s biggest cargo plane that weighs around 285 tons when empty and is even bigger than the Airbus A380 airliner,...
It is considered as another way to produce lift, and if this is attached to the wing then it is called a leading-edge extension. But, why...
Emirates claims the title of the World’s Best Airline. Fittingly, the First Class cabin on Emirates Airlines is nonetheless a prestigious and luxurious flying experience –...
Almost 50 years ago, the first commercial supersonic jet was introduced into the world, revolutionizing air travel and opening a new chapter in the way people...
The Lockheed SR-71 “Blackbird” is a long-range, high-altitude, Mach 3+ strategic reconnaissance aircraft developed and manufactured by Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works, which has a hard-earned reputation...
Many of us have seen tanker trucks around when the aircraft is on the ground and think about the type of supply they are loading on...
From its base at Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Avelo plans to start service on April 28 to underserved or secondary airports in the West using leased...
While the COVID19 pandemic is still slowing down aviation and the globe in general, it is obvious (hopefully) that the travel movements will increase again. Besides...
When your car runs out of fuel, the first thought that comes to your mind is to rush to the nearest gas station. But if you’re...