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How Did NASA Capture This Image?
“We never dreamt that it would be this clear, this beautiful.” - said J.T. Heineck of NASA’s Ames Research Center upon taking a first glimpse at the first air-to-air images of the supersonic shockwave interaction in flight. As cool as…
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Examining the Risks of Single Pilot Operation and the Use of AI in Aviation
The aviation industry is constantly evolving, with advancements in technology and new regulations influencing how aircraft are operated. Two trends that have emerged in recent years are the use of single-pilot operations and the…
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Flight Review: InterCaribbean Embraer EMB-120 (BGI-SVD)
InterCaribbean 716, Bridgetown to Saint Vincent Route Grantley Adams International, Barbados (BGI) - Argyle International, St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVD) Flight Number JY716 Cost of Ticket One way - £161/$194 Seat Number 7A Flight…
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Riyadh Air and Saudia to Purchase 78 Boeing 787 Dreamliner Aircraft
Riyadh Air and Saudia have recently reached agreements to purchase 78 Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes to support Saudi Arabia's expanding aviation plans. The order could reach as many as 121 planes with options and constitutes the fifth…
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Top 5 Lucrative Aviation Business Ideas that can Mint Money
The aviation industry is a multi-billion-dollar industry that continues to grow year after year. With the increasing demand for air travel, there are numerous business opportunities in the aviation sector. From aircraft charter and…
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Airbus Announces Plans to Develop Hybrid Electric Aircraft
Airbus and Boeing have been locked in a fierce competition in the aviation industry for many years. Recently, Airbus announced its plans to develop a new hybrid-electric aircraft that could potentially revolutionize the industry.…
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SpiceJet: Pilots Grounded for a Coffee Cup in Cockpit
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) will serve a show-cause notice to a SpiceJet pilot-in-command, seeking a response to a photograph of a coffee cup placed on a start lever inside the cockpit of an aircraft that went viral…
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Flight Review: easyJet Airbus A319- London Gatwick to Salzburg Airport
Route London Gatwick North Terminal- W.A Mozart Salzburg Airport Flight Number EZY 8557 Seat Number 24A Flight Time 1 Hour 55 Minutes Baggage Allowance 23KG Hold luggage (Paid for) + 15KG Under Seat Cabin Bag Price £430/€487.69 (Return…
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Saudi Arabia Launches New National Airline, "Riyadh Air"
Saudi Arabia has introduced a new national airline named "Riyadh Air" with the aim of competing with other regional transportation and travel hubs. The kingdom's strategic location between Asia, Africa, and Europe is being leveraged to…
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Travelers from China No Longer Required to Undergo Mandatory COVID-19 Testing in the US
The United States has announced that it will be lifting mandatory COVID testing for travelers from China as cases continue to drop. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed that it plans to scrap the…
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Why do Airplanes Leave a White Trail of Smoke?
Is that a rocket or an aircraft? In most instances, it is an aircraft cruising between 28,000 - 45,000 feet in the air, with extremely low temperatures heading towards its scheduled destination. So, what is the white trailing smoke…
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Interview with PLAY airlines CEO, Birgir Jonsson
PLAY airlines is the second largest airline in Iceland and its main low-cost carrier. They offer flights to destinations including the Canary Islands and a large amount places on the east coast of the US and Canada. I caught up with…
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Unveiling of the B-21 Raider: A Look at the Next-Generation Stealth Bomber
On December 2, 2022, the U.S. Air Force unveiled the B-21 Raider, its next-generation stealth bomber, during a roll-out ceremony at Northrop Grumman's facility in Palmdale, California. While certain angles of the aircraft were…
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Malaysia Airlines Celebrates International Women’s Day
The 8th of March of each year is a special day for all women. According to UN Women, International Women’s Day is for two things: A time to celebrate and reflect on the progress made on women’s rights and a day to call for an end to…
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Brussels Airlines' Female Crew on International Women's Day 2023
On March 8th, International Women's Day 2023, Brussels Airlines made history by operating a flight from Brussels to Marseille with an all-female cockpit crew. This milestone marks the first time that the airline had ever flown with an…
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Cathay Pacific Chair and CEO report results from 2022, and expected recovery levels for this year
In a press conference attended by Aviation for Aviators , Top executives at Cathay pacific reported on the company's growth and recovery during the year before answering questions from the media. In the opening statement provided by the…
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Breaking the Rules: Indian Passenger Sneaks Cigarette on an Air India Flight
Passenger misbehavior on airplanes is becoming an increasingly common problem in India, and the latest incident involving smoking on board is just another example. On March 4th, a passenger lit a cigarette in the lavatory of an Air…
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From Novice to Ace: 10 Insider Tips for Excelling in Your Student Pilot Journey
Becoming a student pilot is an exciting and challenging journey that requires dedication, hard work, and a passion for flying. Learning to fly can be a life-changing experience that opens up new opportunities and adventures, but it also…
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Boeing 737 Max: Latest Safety Measures and Airline Responses
The Boeing 737 Max returned to service in the United States in November 2020 after being grounded for almost two years following two tragic crashes that claimed the lives of 346 people. The reintroduction of the aircraft has been met…
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An Interview with Air Astana's UK senior Regional Manager: Richard Ledger
Air Astana is Kazakhstan's national airline and the largest in Central Asia. They operate a number of routes from the Country's capital and Kazakhstan's largest city to destinations such as Seoul and London. Richard Ledger is the…
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EGYPTAIR Welcomes Its First Airbus A321neo to be the First African Operator of the Aircraft
EGYPTAIR has received its first Airbus A321neo aircraft. Aircraft leasing company Aercap has delivered the first Airbus A321neo to EGYPTAIR's fleet. The flight, operating as MS3211, departed Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport (XFW) on…
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