Aviation’s Green Revolution: The Rise of Eco-Friendly Air Travel
We love to fly, but did you know that planes release gases that harm our planet? As you might be surprised to learn, air travel contributes about 2-3% of global…
Supersonic Passenger Jets; The Future of Faster Travel
What if you could fly from New York to London in just three hours? Is the dream of supersonic travel about to become a reality? As technology advances, would faster…
How Black Boxes Revolutionize Flight Safety
In the world of aviation, one small device has played a crucial role in determining what caused an aircraft accident: the black box. The black box is an important technological…
EgyptAir Flight 648: A Hijacking That Ignited History
EgyptAir Flight 648 was a regularly scheduled international flight between Athens Ellinikon International Airport (Greece) and Cairo International Airport (Egypt). On 23 November 1985, a Boeing 737-266 airliner servicing the flight was hijacked by the…
The Tragic Story of the Überlingen Mid-Air Collision
On a quiet July evening in 2002, the skies above Überlingen, Germany, witnessed one of the most sobering tragedies ever recorded within aviation. Two planes on routine journeys tragically intersected…
Alaska Airlines to Acquire Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 Billion
On Sunday, Alaskan Airlines announced its plans to buy Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 billion. This announcement comes after a series of struggles for Hawaiian Airlines in recent years. Hawaiian Airlines…
FAA Investigation on the health of 4800 Army Veteran Pilots (Including 600 Airline pilots)
FAA Medical history form. (Washington Post) An exclusive reportage from the Washington Post reveals that about 5000 pilots (including 600 airline pilots) are under investigation from the FAA (Federal Aviation…
Punctuality Report for June 2023: Avianca Emerges as Global Winner, LOT Tops Europe
Cirium, a company that provides aviation data and insights, regularly publishes a report on the on-time performance (OTP) of airlines worldwide. In this report, they define “on-time” as flights that…
Aviation in Numbers: CAE, Airbus, and Boeing Projections
CAE has published its last report: 1.3 million new employees will be needed by 2032. Boeing and Airbus have done the same. According to the main stakeholders in the aviation…
New Airport Technology: The End of 100ML Limit
WHAT HAS (ALREADY) CHANGED AND WILL CHANGE FOR AIR TRAVELLERS IN THE NEAR FUTURE REGARDING AIRPORT SECURITY LIMITS? When and why the 100ML was introduced: In light of the devastating…
The Paris Airshow: A Global Stage for Diplomacy
The Paris Airshow is one of the world’s largest and most important aviation events. Held every two years, the airshow attracts representatives from over 100 countries and showcases the latest…
The Incredible Boeing 747-400: Which Airlines Still Operate Them Today?
With a production run that spanned over three decades, the Boeing 747-400 has been a reliable aircraft with 694 planes built. As the 35th anniversary of the 747-400’s inaugural flight…
Solar Impulse 2: The Groundbreaking Solar-Powered Aircraft that Circled the World
The Solar Impulse 2, a solar-powered aircraft, made history by completing the first circumnavigation of the Earth powered solely by solar energy. Designed by Swiss pioneers Bertrand Piccard and André…
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…
Aisle or Window Seat?
Flying for the first time and confused about which is the best for you, the aisle or window seat? Do not worry, my friend; I am here to help you.…
Life-Saving Technology: The F-35B’s Automatic Ejection System
The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II is arguably the most advanced jet ever. With countless systems to sensors onboard, the F-35 is alone at the top and usually gets lonely…
Rolls-Royce Tests The First Hydrogen Jet Engine
As the industry grows, the rising concern for safer and cleaner travel also rises. With the number of airplanes flying around the globe at the moment, they single-handedly contribute to…
Would You Fly with Only One Pilot in The Cockpit?
“Welcome on board! I am the captain, and with me in the cockpit is my first officer”. We got used to this welcome message, but will it persist? When we…
Why Does The Airbus A340 Have 4 Smaller Engines?
There is not much difference between the Airbus A330 and the A340 in terms of structure, systems, and wings. The biggest difference is the engines. The A330 is a dual-engine…
China Southern Retires Airbus A380 Fleet
Earlier this month, Guangzhou-based airline China Southern operated its last Airbus A380 flight from Los Angeles to Guangzhou, marking the end of an era in China for the largest passenger…
IndiGo Becoming a Global Player?
IndiGo is set to lease wide-body planes for increased capacity in the upcoming travel season. The airline has over 275 planes and operates more than 1,600 flights daily. IndiGo will…
What Makes Formula 1 Cars Similar to Aircraft
Formula 1 (F1) seems to be on the rise in terms of audiences around the globe. People love to watch the rivalry, the drivers, the tracks, and the cars. But…
PIA – The Golden Era
Once upon a time, Pakistan International Airlines was one of the greatest airlines. They would be everywhere—in the media, around the globe, and in every airport. Starting a list of…
What Are Those Rods On The Aircraft Wing?
Have you ever wondered what those rods protruding from the trailing edge of an aircraft wing are? Some may believe they are aerials or sensors, but it is much simpler…
Airlines of the World; “A Great Way To Fly” Singapore Airlines
As we continue our series on airlines, we’ll talk about Singapore Airlines.IATA: SQ, ICAO: SIA Part 8; Singapore Air Lines: The national carrier of Singapore is Singapore Airlines, and Singapore…