Youssef Yahya
Aviation for Aviators
The Pathway to Heaven; Passengers Boarding Bridge
Safwa Ashraf
A passenger boarding bridge (PBB) is a moveable, enclosed link that connects an airport terminal gate to airplane passengers can board and disembark without having to step outdoors and risk…
Which airports have the shortest runways?
Sam Jakobi
Ever been scared because you thought that your plane was going to overrun the runway? In this article, you will discover the shortest runways in commercial airports. 1. Westray airport…
China Eastern 737 Crashes Into Mountain – 132 Confirmed Dead
Tantawat H
On Monday 21st March 2022, a China Eastern Airlines Boeing 737-800 crashed into a mountain range in southern China. The flight, MU5735 originated from Kunming and was flying domestically for…
How are F1 cars transported by plane?
F1 is one of the most viewed sports events across the world, with a fanbase of over 70 million people watching every Grand Prix in the 2021 season. But how…
Aviation’s Controversy With 5G Networks
Daniel Luo
Early this year, the aviation industry and data companies captivated national attention when they encountered obstacles with the deployment of long-awaited 5G networks in areas in proximity to airports. 5G…
Thailand Plans To Host Airshow In 2025
On Tuesday 8th of February, it was announced by the TCEB (Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau) that it had intentions to stage Thailand’s first international airshow at U-Tapao Airport (UTP)…
What are Spoilers and what do the Aerodynamics of the plane do?
Ever wondered what those large flaps on the wing are which often are open when the plane touchdown? These are spoilers and they work using aerodynamics. Join me as I…
London Southend Airport – A History Of London’s Smallest Airport
Introduction Small, local, speedy service. A few words to describe London Southend Airport, passengers often remark that London Southend London Airport has a speedy process from check in to your…
Thailand’s Quirky Low Cost Carrier- Nok Air
Thailand; a country is known for its stunning tropical beaches, elegant Buddhist temples, delectable street food, and exotic nightlife. When you think of Thailand in terms of budget airlines, you…
In-flight injuries
Marwa Ahmed
Unfortunately, in-flight injuries are common, especially on commercial airlines. While many passengers may suffer from bruises which may take a few days to heal, others may suffer more pains and…
What about delivering new planes?
Most planes are delivered to their destination by flying them directly to their destination, which requires providing them with extra fuel tanks. Also, sometimes their components are sent partially via…
Why is flying so expensive?
In my previous articles, I have talked about how Low-cost airlines make their money off of cheap, quick, non-stop flights. That all leads to the question, why do traditional airlines…
Aviation for Aviators is on Instagram again!
We regret to announce that we couldn’t retrieve access to our old and original Instagram page that Instagram has deactivated for a non-clear clarification. But this won’t stop us from…
Transition, recurrent training, and checks
Being a pilot isn’t a skill to learn or forget. Pilots have to keep themselves and the passengers safe. Before being a pilot, the person has to get through a…
How many hours do pilots work and rest?
The topic of flying hours is particularly important in terms of ensuring the safety of passengers.The FAA or other national authorities set limits on how many hours a pilot can…
Ukraine confirms destruction of the World’s biggest aircraft
After the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, The Ukrainian minister for foreign affairs confirmed the destruction of the Antanov AN-225 Mriya, otherwise known as the world’s biggest aircraft. Days of…
The Job of the Aviation Manager
“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…
The Miracle in the Hudson
“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…
What will be the new Air Force One?
Air Force One is a plane designed for comfort, security and diplomacy. The current air force one plane has been in service for 32 years after the government used a…
Qatar Airways Reveals New Retro Livery 777
To celebrate its 25th Anniversary, Qatar Airways has painted one of its Boeing 777 aircraft in its retro livery. The newly painted aircraft was rolled out last Tuesday and made…