Iceland is now open to vaccinated travelers, including Americans, with no quarantine. As of April 6, 2021, all travelers (regardless of origin) who can show proof of a full COVID-19 vaccination or prior COVID-19 infection now have permission to enter Iceland. But before you start plotting your trip to see the still-erupting Fagradalsfjall volcano, there are some things to know.
Category Archive: Aviation
With the current headlines in the news where COVID19 cases are still high and new variants keep expanding, […]
Becoming a commercial pilot is an exciting opportunity for many people who find joy in flying. While nearly […]
This morning, July 2nd, a Transair Boeing 737 aircraft crashed into the ocean shortly after takeoff. The plane, a Boeing 737-200 registered N810TA, was operating a daily cargo flight between the Hawaiian islands of Honolulu and Kahului when the incident happened.
On Tuesday, United Airlines announced the purchase of 270 aircraft from Boeing and Airbus – 200 Boeing 737 […]
A shortage of pilots and a faster-than-expected takeoff in passenger demand are forcing some airlines to cut back […]
Last Friday, Boeing’s newest and largest variant of the 737 took flight for the first time. The type, […]
Long haul flights currently have up to four pilots Currently, all commercial flights have from two to four […]
The feud over Airbus and Boeing is one of the longest-running battles in WTO(World Trade Organisation) history. It […]
On Friday 18th June, a British Airways converted freighter 787-8’s nose gear collapsed while being loaded at Heathrow […]
Shoves, shouts, flying fists and mask defiance: Bad behaviour by air travelers is reaching new heights. Just this […]
Yesterday, Icelandic startup carrier “Play Airlines” revealed several images of their freshly painted Airbus A321neo registered TF-AEW. The […]
23 May 1848, Anklam Prussia, born and raised with his siblings, worked together on technical, social, and cultural […]
Fighter aircrafts are fixed-wing military aircraft designed primarily for air-to-air combat. In a military conflict, the role of fighter aircraft is to […]
A novel strategy to create planes that can fly themselves – The Wall Street Journal As the old adage […]
Brief history (B747) After the introduction of the 707 in 1958, Pan Am wanted a jet two and half times its […]
A word that gathers a lot of conditions that an aircraft must meet. An official definition does not […]
Aeronautics has progressed to the point where we can now fly at double the speed of sound and […]
Bangkok Airways is a Thai short-haul carrier, has had a very rewarding fifty years of the past. Winning […]
You could be an experienced flyer, or you could just be a newbie making his/her maiden flight. Often […]
This Thursday, United Airlines announced a purchase of 15 supersonic jets from the Denver-based start-up company Boom Technology. This news comes 18 years after the retirement of the Concorde and when commercial supersonic air travel was last in service. United’s proposal to buy these hyper-fast jets could finally bring supersonic air travel back into the industry in the years to come, but many variables still lie ahead.
Japan has many low cost carriers, and Solaseed Air and Air Do are just two of them. The […]
That’s one small step for man,one giant leap for mankind NEIL ARMSTRONG Who hasn’t dreamt of draping a […]
Strive for perfection in everything you do -Henry Royce ROLLS ROYCE has officially opened ”TESTBED 80” with the […]
United Airlines has announced a firm order of 15 “Overture” jets from Denver-based aerospace company Boom Supersonic, with […]
To invent an airplane is nothing. To build one is something. But to fly is everything OTTO LILIENTHAL […]
Have you ever wondered about the possibility of suffering trauma or a pathology while flying? Almost everyone has […]
The majestic four-engine Boeing 747 is known as the “Queen of the Skies” by many all around the […]
Millions of travelers are understandably concerned about flying in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak. One of the […]
In 2015, Boeing determined the market was large enough to launch a new design. In 2017, multiple airlines […]
The growth of air cargo, especially for e-commerce, implies a need for more than 1,500 aircrafts to be converted from Passenger to Freighter(P2F).
It is “personal” because it has a crew capacity of one, only one person who is the pilot […]
The Covid-19 pandemic has hit a severe blow to the economy worldwide and none has been hit as […]
Every component on an aircraft holds vital importance whether it is a small landing light or a vertical stabilizer. Lights are often under shadowed by the sheer brilliance of other parts of an aircraft but do not be mistaken. Without lights, an aircraft would barely be recognizable. Recognizable in the sense that it would be difficult to judge whether an aircraft is crossing the runway, waiting for takeoff, taxiing or the aircraft is moving away or coming towards you. The main purpose of exterior lighting is to provide visibility for pilots and guide them through the sky. However, there exist different types of exterior lights that can be found on aircraft. Let’s take a look at each different type of light and its importance.
A regular flight is scary enough for some people. While planes are still one of the safest means […]
Ever look out the window and wonder why some airplanes have pointy/upward-pointing bits at the end of wings? […]
In aviation, coffin corner (or Q corner) refers to the point at which the Flight Boundary is defined […]
As the name stands for a plane that converts, but exactly in what? First of all, the plane […]
On one hand, you’ve got the world’s premier aircraft in air dominance, and on the other hand, you’ve […]
What is hydrogen aircraft? A hydrogen aircraft is an airplane that uses hydrogen as a power source. Hydrogen can either be burned in […]
” 50..40..30….10…RETAAAAAARD” !!! Sounds familiar? Not unless you’re a pilot/ have been in the cockpit right before the […]
Airline amenity kits are nonetheless sought- after by Avgeeks and travel-enthusiasts alike. Like a bit of a small spa retreat in the skies, the First Class amenity kit provides travellers with all the essentials they may need in flight and upon landing. Think, an eye mask for better beauty sleep, a perfume for post-arrival hugs, and a hair brush to tame that static airplane mane. And whilst a standard brush or perfume may somewhat do, the First Class experience is never about things that will simply ‘just do’. Airlines have been quick to respond to this, battling it out with one another by featuring only the best brands for their specially curated sets.
After all, it is the amenity kit that stays with you long after you’ve stepped out of seat 1A and onto the tarmac of your destination. The amenity kit becomes a token of your journey, be it for better or for worse. From Givenchy sleep masks to Ferragamo perfume and a miniature RIMOWA suitcase, here is a list of some of the best first class amenity kits in the skies at the moment.
This summer of 2021, there has been a dramatic uptick in air travel and passenger demand in the […]
WHY DO BIRDS FLY IN FORMATION? First, it conserves their energy. Each bird flies slightly above the bird […]
When talking about Mach, it is pretty common to relate it with supersonic aircraft, but not always. This […]
Rockets are arguably the greatest engineering feat accomplished by man. The capabilities of these machines are unmatched and […]
A Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) aircraft is one that can hover, take-off and land vertically. This classification includes a variety of […]
Flying over the atlantic and suddenly you go, ”What would happen if one of the engines fails?”. Just […]
Why is it important? It is a legal requirement and crucial to the safety and structural integrity of […]
It is undoubtedly the largest aircraft in the world, working as a multi-tasking platform for research and commercial […]
On April 29th of last week, Stratolaunch, the world’s largest plane by wingspan, flew for its second time […]
Ever wondered how pilots communicate with air traffic controllers on the ground when flying over the oceans? Air […]
Airbus Beluga The Airbus A300-600ST (Super Transporter), or Beluga, is a modified version of the standard A300-600 widebody […]
Airspace Airspace is a portion of the atmosphere controlled by a country above its territory, including its territorial waters or, more […]
Airbus and Boeing prevail possessing a vast noteworthiness under competitive airline manufacturing industry around the globe. The duopoly […]
You may have noticed those spinning white spirals in a jet engine at one point or another. But […]
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, Iranian based carrier “Mahan Air” reactivated one of their old 747-300s after it had been on the ground since 2015. Only 81 747-300s were ever built, and almost all of them are retired. As of 2020, the only 747-300 that remained in operation was a cargo plane owned by Trans Avia Export Cargo Airlines. The return of such an uncommon plane for passenger use is certainly a rare and surprising occurrence. In this article, we will be explaining why Mahan Air brought back and revived the 747-300.
The helicopter as an aircraft is not as simple as it seems, the unique flight features make the […]
The use of the word “SQUAWK” comes from the system’s origin in WORLD WAR II- IDENTIFICATION FRIEND OR […]
If a sudden decompression were to happen inflight, each passenger and crew member would have their own oxygen […]
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 months after the FAA approved of the aircraft’s re-entry into service, Boeing has discovered a production error in several of its Boeing 737 MAX aircraft and has called for the removal of several of these planes from service. This minor additional issue brings up questions about if this aircraft is actually safe to fly, and it could further damage the reputation of the aircraft type. In this article, we will discuss what the electrical issue actually is and how it has affected airlines with the 737 MAX.
The Antonov 225 “Mriya” is the world’s biggest cargo plane that weighs around 285 tons when empty and […]
It is considered as another way to produce lift, and if this is attached to the wing then […]
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 – even being called the “hotel in the sky”. Emirates continues to surprise us in every way possible. From complete entertainment systems and gourmet meals to spas at 30,000 ft., what would you say? Luxurious or outrageous?
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 flew. Flying at 2 times the speed of sound and faster than the spin of the Earth, Concorde was a peak of innovation in aviation, and it allowed people to travel across the Atlantic Ocean in just 3 hours. Today, however, the time of flight for the same distance is double. In this sense, aviation seems to have taken a step backwards since the Concorde. If no level of innovation could match that of the Concorde, then why exactly was it retired?
The Lockheed SR-71 “Blackbird” is a long-range, high-altitude, Mach 3+ strategic reconnaissance aircraft developed and manufactured by Lockheed […]
Many of us have seen tanker trucks around when the aircraft is on the ground and think about […]
From its base at Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Avelo plans to start service on April 28 to underserved […]
While the COVID19 pandemic is still slowing down aviation and the globe in general, it is obvious (hopefully) […]
When your car runs out of fuel, the first thought that comes to your mind is to rush […]
If you’ve ever been in an airplane, you might’ve noticed that there’s a small hole in the bottom of your window. If you haven’t noticed it before, look for it next time; it’s on every plane. If you have noticed it before, you might have wondered whether it should be there and whether it was safe or not. The hole is actually an important component of the window, and contrary to what you might have thought it did, the hole actually helps the safety of the window. In this article, we will be discussing the function of the hole and what it actually does.
Decades ago, airplanes started to get more and more automated than ever. The result is a rise in […]
The airlines of most of the Gulf Countries are well known and reputable with their excellent services and high luxury travel experience. As an example for this, we have Qatar Airways & Emirates Airlines and much more! Geographically, the Gulf Countries are well located, and are considered to be in the middle of the world, and this is absolutely one of the main reasons of being a good choice to travel with one of these airlines, as they can fly anywhere! Qatar Airways, Emirates Airlines, and Etihad Airways are, according to global rating organizations such as SkyTrax, one of the best airlines in the world.
But what is not yet totally noticeable is that a new airline is coming into this top market with it’s amazing services and destination routes, providing their passengers luxury experience while they are traveling in all classes. We will be talking in this article about this airline and what makes it prospective competitor in the market.
If you ask most people who have flown, they would probably say they have seen these “pod-like” structures […]
Whenever you check in a bag, you get a baggage tag. The baggage tag (also known as luggage […]
Have you ever wondered which type of aircraft you were going to be flying on when travelling? Were you going to fly on a relatively large plane or a small one? The answer depends on the type of route you were travelling on. Aircraft are specifically designed to operate routes of a certain distance, so the plane that you would be flying on would typically be a plane designed to fly that type of route. In this article, we will be taking a look at which planes are usually used for short, medium, and long haul commercial flights.
Accidents involving vehicles of all sizes from bikes to trucks is something which we’ve all heard and seen. […]
Function: Reverse thrust is thrust projected in the opposite direction to provide an opposing, decelerating force on the […]
“Aviation Manager”? What’s that? You might not have heard about the job of an “Aviation Manager”. So what is that job and what does he/she does? Basically an Aviation Manager is an airport employee who supervises the compliance of the rules and regulations provided by the local, state, and federal organizations. The airport manager sets the seal on the airport and it’s departments to run safely whilst observing the process of the hiring, the management of the airport, and the department staff.
The cost for fuel is one of an airline’s biggest cost driver. If fuel prices are getting out […]
Searching for the cheapest airfares online can be a long and difficult process for many flyers. Finding a cheap price and a good deal for your airfares could take hours of searching and it could impede your travel plans. Whether it’s the cheapest ticket or the most worth-it, almost everyone wishes to find the best tickets when flying. Scoring a deal on a ticket can feel great, and in this article we will be sharing some tips on how to find the cheapest airfares.
An unusual prototype with circular wing in parasol configuration, built in 1934 became a successful STOL airplane, making […]
The chances of a baby landing an airplane is higher than tires exploding on impact. It does make […]
Even though COVID-19 may have halted our travel plans to get away from home. Nonetheless, people are exploring […]
Ever seen a fighter jet rush past you so fast that you hear a loud bang? Well, that […]
“Mayday mayday mayday Thomson 253H, engine failure, continuing northwesterly, inbound towards Wallasey” Flight crew of Thomson 253H This […]
The term “codeshare” has been used over the past decades by many people, even persons not travelling too […]
Everyone has ever heard about the Murphy’s Law or probably is familiar to people who has mentioned it. […]
Overview Last Friday, a group of nine climate change activists from the organization Greenpeace broke into Paris Charles […]
Many of us know about the gliding capacity of airplanes, the fixed-wing aircraft can glide without the engine […]
You’ve probably noticed on your last flight the ground personnel walking and holding their two, red safety batons […]
A lot of you might think that airports are just buildings that you go through before you board […]
Many of you have already visited an airport, at least once. Passengers are usually there early, some even five hours before departure. Staff and managers of the airport try to make your stay as comfortable as possible, so companies come up with certain ideas and projects on how to make your time spent enjoyable. Hence, some airports try to modernize their equipment with the purpose of giving their visitors a taste from the future.
Following the engine failure of United’s 777 last week, the FAA has requested an immediate grounding of all […]
Lightning is an extremely dangerous phenomenon that takes place on earth. About 100 lightning bolts strike the Earth’s […]
Since air travel is currently going through unfortunate circumstances as most other industries around the globe due to the novel COVID19 virus, let’s take a quick free Flight. Operated by your device, to 60 years ago, and learn how did people at that time were booking their flights. We hope that you enjoy this flight with us!
Pilots see static discharges dancing on their windscreens fairly often. As a passenger, you might be surprised or […]
Some of you may want to go on a vacation, because you are used to traveling. Traveling could be your passion, your favorite hobby, something you cannot give up in. We’ve decided to write a list of destinations, where it is possible to travel – with some restriction. Firstly, I would like to mention, that you should look for the necessary information yourself. People from different countries don’t have the same rules, so it’s recommended you study your country’s travel conditions before you decide to travel. These conditions could unwind some info on the covid the situation in your country.
Here are just general information, for further instructions you should visit the website of your Ministry of health.
For starters, explaining the colors you see on the map, these colors state the conditions for entering certain countries: Green, orange, red and dark red. When the country is labelled in green, it means that you may enter the country easily. If it’s labelled in orange, you will need to fill an arrival form and have a negative PCR test not older than 72 hours. You are also obliged to wear a respirator class FFP2 or KN95, or at least a disposable surgical mask for a period of 10 days after your arrival.
Red has the same rules as like orange, but with some added regulations. Like, you must present a second negative PCR test, performed in the country of your arrival. Though, you do not need to test yourself immediately after arrival. You’ve got 5 days after entering a the country. Dark red means you should self-isolate, do a second test after your arrival, if it comes back negative, then you’re free to go roam.
Remember to keep these rules in mind when thinking of travelling. Be cautious and follow them thoroughly. No need to ruin a much needed nice trip over trivialities. For example, you are obliged to wear respirators or masks for your own and others safety.
This Saturday, a United Airlines flight experienced a severe engine failure shortly after taking off from Denver International […]
Like in many aspects of life, looking ahead brings you further than looking back. Depending on someone’s personality, […]
The wings are the most relevant parts of an airplane. They maintain the flight by the reaction forces […]
Ever thought of an aircraft that lands on two wheels? Well, look no further than the U-2. The […]
For anything in this life, there is a beginning. For aviation the beginning is considered to be a […]
How many turbine engines are on an Airbus A320? Two, right? Would you believe three? How about a […]
Airplanes are machines that need special requirements to properly work. Technicians make a lot of effort in order […]
Background Information
Boeing’s latest aircraft, the 777-9x, is part of the new generation of twin-engine widebody jets and was first announced in 2013 in response to the Airbus A350. The flagship aircraft is marketed as the world’s largest and most efficient twin-engine aircraft, combining features of the Boeing 787 and iconic Boeing 777. It features an array of new technologies, such as folding wingtips, new GE9X engines, and wider cabins. The 777x was slated to be delivered in 2020, but the date has been constantly pushed back and delayed due to multiple setbacks and obstacles throughout the years, such as the 737 MAX incidents and the pandemic.
Have you ever wondered about the beginning of one of the most important aeronautical research institution? NACA, stands […]
Have you ever thought about landings? Do you think it is complicated? Well, being it’s the pilot’s job, he/she should be able to handle it. As a matter of fact, landing is not that challenging, but there are some airports where you need special training to land on. For instance, you’d need to know the airport well, since one mistake can ruin your career.
This article is not covid related, maybe it’s better we take a little break. Many of you have […]
Car accidents happen everyday, thus are quite common. But what about the most reliable means of transport – […]
Modern aircraft have come a long way in terms of design and building materials. Engineers have discovered new […]
Since the first vaccine against COVID19 appeared, all countries around the world were managing to compete to vaccinate […]
After the article about A-CDM (Airport Collaborative Decision Making), focussing on improving the overall airport performance at one […]
The Airbus A320 family has undoubtedly a wide range of members, visible at any airport. Some of us […]
Answering this question is not that challenging, actually it is very simple. However, some people are interested to know. So, what happens? Where does it go? Does it fall down on earth or what? Well, let’s keep reading.
Last year, thousands of airline pilots were furloughed and suspended from their jobs due to the novel coronavirus. […]
Airbus company wanted to respond to the B747 – queen of sky, so it tried to make a better one. On 27th of April, 2005, do you know what happened? A380 made its first flight. This new plane turned out to be a revolution for the aviation industry, especially since it has unique qualities – 525 seats, 4 engines produced by companies like Engine Alliance and Rolls Royce. In addition, it could fly approximately 14.800 km nonstop. But does this airplane pay off?
For years NASA has dominated delivering cargo and satellites to space, and now SpaceX seems to be doing […]
You’ve all been familiar with the Evacuation Slides if you’ve flown before – either presented to you by […]
The whole world suffered and is still suffering from Corona virus. However, when it comes to the aviation […]
Founded by a dozen of aircraft homebuilders in 1953, the Experimental Aircraft Association became one of the most […]
As known, ATA stands for “Air Transport Association”, an American organization. But when talking about it now, ATA […]
Lion Air, an Indonesian low cost airline used to operate the Boeing 747-400 until they were retired and […]
When reading the title of this article, you might wonder what this article is about. SSR stands for […]
Airline alliances have been around for a couple of decades now, and they have proven to be great […]
A-CDM stands for Airport Collaborative Decision Making and is, in contrast to most other projects or initiatives, about […]
Lockheed Martin owned Sikorsky and Boeing unveiled their brand-new assault helicopter to the world this month. It is […]
A ground handler is subject of many audits. These audits are performed internally, but also from an external […]
First of all, what is Drag? Drag is the force that resists movement of of an aircraft through the air. It slows the aircraft in flight by limiting the forward speed of the airplane. There are two main types of drag: parasite drag and induced drag.
The aviation industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, with travel restrictions, it’s almost impossible to […]
It seems an airplane to observe, that is the name and the meaning. But all the aircraft seem […]
In this article, I will be explaining how airplanes stay in the air in the simplest way possible. By explaining how the four forces work. So, have you ever wondered how planes stay in the air? No, it’s not magic, it’s called aerodynamics.
The pinnacle of excellence, and an eye-catcher; the Airbus A380 is truly a marvel. When Singapore Airlines took […]
Have you ever wondered where pets go when you bring them on an airplane? If passengers are not […]
On the fateful day of December 17, 1903, the first airplane flew for a distance of 120 feet […]
Introduction & History Since the starting days of aviation, the technology has improved and new records were often […]
Navy Strategy, the need of a supersonic interceptor plane in time when Jet engines were not as advanced […]
Did you know that it’s not even black? Or a box? What? But after you learn the reasons […]
With the introduction of the COVID-19 vaccine and a possible end to this pandemic in 2021, is the […]
When your car coughs up its last mile, it is either sold away or it ends up in […]
You probably wondered why airplane food is often tasteless and dull. Of course you cannot just blame every […]
What are the frequencies that pilots depend on for voice communications and navigation? We have low frequency (LF), medium frequency (MF), high frequency (HF), and a very high frequency (VHF) bands. What is each one currently used for?
“This is the Captain” the captain’s voice said over the intercom, “Brace for impact!”. A hush fell over the passengers. They thought they were going to die as the flight attendants were screaming: “Brace! Brace! Brace! Heads down! Stay down!”
Pilots have various resources in order to know the weather. There are 3 main aviation reports that provide […]
Flight schools around the world use various types of trainer aircraft. In this article I will mention few of the best aircraft for training. Flight schools choose their aircraft according to what suits their training and vision. Nonetheless, all trainer airplanes are designed specifically to assist with the flight training of pilots and aircrew. Private and Commercial pilots are usually trained in light aircraft, with two or more seats for the students and instructors. What are few of the best trainer airplanes out there?
When flying, you might have observed how cargo was loaded into the belly of your aircraft. You might […]
An inspirational story about the pilot, Jessica Cox, who achieved what was thought to be impossible. She was able to fly and earn her licence despite being born without arms. Even though she had her fair share of constant disappointments and difficult times, she was able to fight through and fulfil her dream.
Right now, satellites surround our planet, nearly 6,000, circle the earth, with huge constellations and different features. Even […]
The United kingdom´s strategic nuclear strike force, officially known as the V-force or Bomber Command Main Force was […]
The 737 variant everybody feared, finally makes its return to the skies. Will it win the trust of […]
