IATA’s Director General, Willie Walsh, recently gave a wake-up call to the aviation industry about the precarious state of airline profit margins. His revelations were part...
On Wednesday 14th of September 2022, United and Emirates announced a historic commercial agreement that will expand each airline’s network and provide customers with easier access...
On one hand, you’ve got the world’s premier aircraft in air dominance, and on the other hand, you’ve got the most expensive weapons procurement program in...
Women have soared into the air since 1932, more specifically since Amelia Mary Earhart, the first female aviator to fly over the Atlantic. She first gained...
What’s the story behind the second deadliest aviation accident in the U.S.? The crash that ended the lives of 265 people and 2 dogs. How did...
Air transportation is the safest way to travel, however, our world has witnessed some terrific unforgettable air crashes. In this article, we are to list the...
It’s the year 1972, on the 29th of December, Eastern Airlines flight 401 is flying between JFK, new york, and Miami Airport, Florida. Operated by a...
Let’s just say it like it is, not everyone can be a pilot. It’s not easy, there are certain requirements not everyone possess. It’s nothing personal,...
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...
Shoves, shouts, flying fists and mask defiance: Bad behaviour by air travelers is reaching new heights. Just this last week, we have heard many cases of...
Millions of travelers are understandably concerned about flying in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak. One of the paramount issues is determining if the air on...
At night, you might notice many lights on the tarmac of an airport. All of them have a specific function to help guide traffic on ground...
For anything in this life, there is a beginning. For aviation the beginning is considered to be a little different and unique, simply because, who in...
Airplanes are machines that need special requirements to properly work. Technicians make a lot of effort in order for every single aircraft be capable of flying,...
Since the first vaccine against COVID19 appeared, all countries around the world were managing to compete to vaccinate their citizens. Airlines too, some airlines thought about...
Founded by a dozen of aircraft homebuilders in 1953, the Experimental Aircraft Association became one of the most important forces in general aviation. It’s based in Oshkosh,...
When reading the title of this article, you might wonder what this article is about. SSR stands for Special Service Request and covers a wide variety...
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...
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,...
The pinnacle of excellence, and an eye-catcher; the Airbus A380 is truly a marvel. When Singapore Airlines took the A380 for its first commercial flight in...
On the fateful day of December 17, 1903, the first airplane flew for a distance of 120 feet over the sands Kill Devil Hill, North Carolina....
Did you know that it’s not even black? Or a box? What? But after you learn the reasons why it’s not, it’ll make sense. Here are...
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...
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...
Have you ever wondered how WIFI works on a plane? How does a plane have an internet connection thousands of feet up in the sky when...
‘Is that a UFO?’ or ‘That surely is not a plane!’ are the words coming out of almost everyone when the B-2 flew past them. Although...
Google it, if you want. Write “What’s the safest mode of travel?”, you’ll instantly know that flying is the safest way. Some of you will think...
The story of the two US Navy pilots, Lt. Cody and Ensign Adams, who disappeared into thin air. After 78 years, what happened to these men...
Do you know what’s it like to fly without the assistance of Air Traffic Control (ATC)? If yes, then you must’ve flown in class G airspace,...
A normal day like today, 14 december, 1986, the Voyager aircraft departed from Edwards Air Force Base in the Southern California using approximately 4.3 km of...
The sky is more complicated than you’ve ever thought. To a normal person, when they look up, all they see is the clear blue sky. But...
We’ve all heard various myths, misconceptions, and conspiracy theories regarding the Devil’s Triangle. Do you believe in any of them? Personally I’ve always thought that there...
In November 2003, Baghdad airport was the home to American troops in Iraq. The US Air force flew in daily to supply the troops and help...
Yes, that title is correct. Flying is safer than grocery shopping during this global pandemic. How could flying on a plane, the main cause for the...
We already know what VFR stands for, visual flight rules, but what is Special VFR? First, let’s recap, visual flight rules (VFR) is a set of...
As much as we hate to admit there are certain airspaces we can’t fly over. Some are considered restricted while there are others even prohibited.What’s the...
In the past few days, Qatari flag carrier; Qatar Airways has unveiled a new livery for the FIFA world cup which is due to be held...
US safety regulators have cleared the Boeing 737 max to fly again, lifting grounding orders which were placed in March 2019.
When flying you’ve got two rules and it’s up to you to choose depending on your training and rating. You have VFR and IFR. What’s difference?...
I know what you’re thinking: Flying cars have a history? Do they even exist? At least that’s what I also thought, and it turns out it’s...
Instead of the normal-looking planes we have today, did you know that a forward-swept wing aircraft existed? The Grumman X-29 is an aircraft that is surprisingly...
People are weird, some of the things that they’ve done are just downright crazy. Who even thinks to do things like this? In this article I...
Since the beginning of time, people have only dreamed about the idea of flying, thinking to themselves, will we ever know that feeling? Impossible. But it...
Even the name sounds awesome, Supermarine Spitfire, no offence Boeing, you’re still my favorite aircraft, love you. Anyway, the amazing Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat...
As we know, the 1st industrial revolution was mainly started because of the steam engine which started at 1760s. From this point the innovation in the...
The basis of designing anything comes from the goal of this product. Such as the goal of an aircraft is to transport people from point A...
For anyone interested in flying, this article will help you gain broader understanding of the categories, class and type of aircraft to fly. Maybe you want...
What is risk management? it is the vital process of making constructive and effective decisions. It includes two frequently-used tools: PAVE and the 5Ps. I chose...
In the history of aviation, the goal to fly vertically was not far away from application. The world’s first practical vertical flight other than hot air...
In corporation with Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), a multinational electricity company, Malaysian airlines Chief Financial Officer, Boo Hui Yee signed an agreement to install solar panels...
Motion sickness, or airsickness, is actually very common at the beginning of flight training. What is airsickness? It occurs because of the opposition between the information...
Today, the 2nd of October 2020, UK flag carrier;British Airways took delivery of 2 aircraft.The carrier took delivery of its first Boeing 777-300ER in 6 years...
Pilots need to have great self-awareness; they need to understand what they’re capable of. Each flight is different, so while pilots do a thorough check of...
As airports all around the globe become nearly as dense as a seaport, the layout of them has been evolved and changed to create the momentum...
If you want a quick answer, keep scrolling down untill you reach the final 2 paragraphs. But if you want to learn about the types of...
British Airways’ new Boeing 777-300ER jets will include upgraded first-class suites with sliding doors, The move follows the launch of the carrier’s Club Suite business class...
As we see the drone technology has skyrocketed the past few years. And I thinks each one of us think if this quadcopter that has been...
It’s not easy being a pilot, one mistake and it’s game over. Studies have shown that certain attitudes can interfere with a pilot’s better judgment and...
We have all heard the phrase “we do not negotiate with terrorists”, which is the correct response in order to not give the terrorists leverage, but...
May 2020: The corona virus pandemic has reached more than 4 Million cases world-wide and the need for medical supplies has reached an all time peak....
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) supports the idea of wearing face coverings for passengers and masks for crew while on board aircraft as a temporary...
COVID-19 has proven to be a tumultuous time for people worldwide. In their effort to keep people safe, certain airlines have instituted new policies which include...
So you’ve boarded an aircraft, strapped yourself in, and the crew announces to the pilot saying “Cabin crew ready for takeoff”. The plane then starts moving...
On the 7th of April, Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA)-released a new analysis showing that 25 million jobs are at risk of disappearing...
The year 2020 has not been kind to the aviation industry so far, it’s only march and aviation movement around the world is grounding to a...
An American Airlines Airbus A319, operated by Fort Worth-based American Airlines, encountered engine problems mid-flight, resulting in an emergency landing...
United Airlines has announced a remarkable initiative to allocate $1.25 million towards funding various STEM projects in schools across selected...
In a rare and tragic incident, a LATAM Airlines pilot passed away mid-flight during a scheduled journey from Miami to...
In a heartwarming and surprising scene aboard a recent American Airlines flight, passengers were treated to the sight of an...
Australia’s recent denial of Doha-based Qatar Airways’ request to expand its operations in the country is expected to result in...
Saudi-based startup, Riyadh Air, in a groundbreaking announcement, has confirmed its multi-year partnership with the esteemed Spanish football club, Atlético...
Air India (AI) has announced a significant rebranding, unveiling its new livery colors and logo. While maintaining its signature red...
Fleet Expansion and New Routes Drive Impressive Passenger Growth Kuwaiti airline Jazeera Airways recently announced its financial results for the...
In a recent incident, an American Airlines frequent flyer fell victim to a hacker who stole over 60,000 AAdvantage miles...
Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, is celebrating its 20th anniversary of service in New Zealand. The airline began its inaugural flights...
Air travel has come a long way since the Wright Brothers’ first flight in 1903. In the 20th century, airlines...
Today marks the 75th anniversary of an iconic event, Air India’s first international journey. A Lockheed Constellation L-749A, aptly named...
In the late 60s, the UK witnessed a devastating aviation accident involving a British Midland Airways’ Canadair C-4 Argonaut aircraft....
The devastating loss of the first and only operational Antonov An-225 Mriya, the world’s largest aircraft, during the Russian invasion...
Aside from the fact that the Airbus A220 is the only airbus aircraft to not have a 3 in its...
The aviation industry is one of the most crucial modes of transportation in the world. It has revolutionized the way...
On January 15th, 2009, US Airways Flight 1549 made history by successfully ditching in the Hudson River, resulting in no...
On December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103, a regularly scheduled Pan American World Airways flight from Frankfurt, West Germany,...
Let’s take a short trip to the past, specifically on the 12th of November in 1996 over the Indian village...
Boeing returned to the commercial aviation industry following World War II with the Stratocruiser, a new long-range airliner (Model 377)....
Helvetic Airways is a Swiss airline which operates its fleet of Embraer aircraft to destinations such as Greek islands and...
PLAY airlines is the second largest airline in Iceland and its main low-cost carrier. They offer flights to destinations including...
Air Astana is Kazakhstan’s national airline and the largest in Central Asia. They operate a number of routes from the...
AirBaltic is one of Europe’s key airlines and the flag carrier of Latvia, also serving destinations for Estonia and Lithuania....
Loganair is the UK’s largest regional airline, with destinations ranging from the infamous Beach Airport of Barra to operating the...
Having previously flown Avianca in Short-Haul on their Airbus A320 on a domestic flight to Bogota, whilst it was slightly...
The National Airline of Colombia, Avianca, has long been servicing the Americas since 1919, making it the second oldest airline,...
On July 19th, I flew on Scandinavian Airlines System for the first time. My expectations had been set quite low,...
Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, has renewed its partnership with English football club Arsenal until at least 2028. The two have...
Flight attendants at American Airlines have begun voting on whether to authorize a strike, after failing to obtain a pay...
Southwest Airlines has announced that it is converting 24 of its Boeing 737 MAX 7 aircraft orders into larger and...
A United Airlines pilot has been banned from flying for a year by a Paris court after attempting to fly...
Airbus SE has reported consolidated financial results for the first half (H1) of 2023, demonstrating strong performance across its operations...
Etihad Airways marked a significant milestone in its post-pandemic recovery with the return of the Airbus A380 to its fleet....
American Airlines recently celebrated the delivery of its 50th Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, with another 80 still on order....
Egyptair is set to resume flights to Japan in September after a three-year hiatus, with flights to Tokyo Narita International...
SAUDIA, the flagship carrier of Saudi Arabia, has increased its international capacity by 15% this summer compared to the same...
Qatar Airways has taken delivery of its 24th Airbus A350-1000 and 58th A350 overall on July 21st. The aircraft, which...
