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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 warming . To address this, the industry is embracing a green revolution,…
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Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 | The Andes Flight Disaster
On October 12, 1972, a football team was travelling on the Uruguayan Air Force flight 571, but did not know it would turn into a catastrophic disaster. Here is an account of what exactly happened. How the Crash Happened On October 12,…
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Morphing Wings: Revolutionizing the Future of Flight
In a world of constantly changing aeronautical engineering, the demand for smarter, lighter, and more energy-efficient aircraft has pushed the industry to explore groundbreaking technologies. Traditional wing designs, limited by modular…
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Air India-Vistara Merger Reshapes Indian Aviation
There is a buzz in the Indian aviation sector as Air India , now owned by the Tata Group, announces major upgrades in the country's international routes and services. Following its recent merger with Vistara, India's only full-service…
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The Impact of Autonomous Aircraft on the Aviation Industry
Did you know that the aviation industry faces a projected shortage of 260,000 pilots by 2025? AI-powered autonomous aircraft have gained attention as a potential solution to this expanding problem, which could completely transform the…
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The World’s Top 10 Safest Airlines of 2024
Flying is safer than ever, but which airlines lead the pack? The top 10 safest airlines of 2024 are setting new standards in aviation safety. These airlines have earned their spots by maintaining excellent safety records and…
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The Mystery of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370
"Good night, Malaysian three-seven-zero." These were the final words spoken by the pilots of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 (MH370) on March 8, 2014. Moments later, the Boeing 777 carrying 239 passengers and crew vanished from radar…
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The Four Forces: Soaring to New Heights
Have you ever marveled at the sight of a colossal jetliner effortlessly gliding through the sky? Have you ever asked yourself how this bird is soaring through the sky, its wings cutting through the air, not caring about gravity? The…
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Emergency Landing for American Airlines Flight After Door Warning
On December 1, 2024, American Airlines Flight AA1047 faced a significant in-flight issue that necessitated an emergency landing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. The Boeing 737-800, with the registration N834NN, took off from…
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Boeing’s South Carolina Plant Seeks Environmental Permits to Scale Up 787 Production
Boeing ’s South Carolina plant is set to play a pivotal role in the company’s efforts to increase the 787 production. As Boeing looks to expand its production capacity, it has submitted a series of environmental permit applications for…
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Top 10 East Asian Airlines in 2024
With air travel poised to take new and exciting turns in 2025, East Asia remains the hub for aviation excellence, wherein a list of various airlines sets the benchmark for ultimate service, innovation, and reliability. Whether flying…
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Top 10 Airlines in Central Asia in 2024
Central Asia is now an exciting, fast-growing international aviation hub. It has greatly emphasized safety, efficiency, and passenger experience. The top 10 airlines ranked by World Airline Awards by SkyTrax in this thriving region set…
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Top 10 Airlines in the Middle East
Forty years ago, most global airlines viewed the Middle East’s key markets as a purely technical stopover. They made these stops on their way from Europe to Southeast Asia. These stopovers offered cheap fuel in the early hours of the…
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What Happens if an Aircraft Lands Overweight?
Every aircraft has a maximum landing weight (MLW), a critical threshold that ensures safe deceleration and minimizes stress on the airframe. Widebody jets, boasting impressive passenger capacity and range, often come equipped with fuel…
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Can an Aircraft Fly With Only One Engine?
While the sight of a flaming engine might send shivers down the spine of any passenger, the reality is that modern twin-engine aircraft are designed to handle engine failure and can fly with one engine and with remarkable safety.…
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Boeing 757 and Airbus A321...Which is Better?
The Boeing 757 and Airbus A321 are similar aircraft, but which one is the superior choice for airlines and freight operators? Let's find out in this article. Image by István from Pixabay Image by Norbert via Pixabay Variants First,…
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Air India's Substantial Airbus Order Has Experienced Significant Alterations: More A350-900s and A321 neos
Air India has recently announced significant modifications to its Airbus aircraft order, signaling a strategic shift in its fleet composition. The adjustments showcase a nuanced approach, emphasizing the acquisition of more A350-900s…
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The Boeing 2707: America's Supersonic Dream That Never Took Flight
In the heyday of supersonic aspirations, when the Concorde was capturing imaginations and headlines worldwide, the United States had its own vision for high-speed air travel: the Boeing 2707. This supersonic transport (SST) was intended…
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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 Authority) as they did hide…
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Are you dreaming of becoming a pilot? Aer Lingus & British Airways Cadet Program Paves the Way to a Flying Career
Embarking on an aviation career has always been a dream for countless individuals who are passionate about flying. The Aer Lingus Cadet and British Airways Cadet Program are remarkable opportunity that transforms these dreams into…
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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 industry, in the coming years, many jobs will be created due…
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Turkish Airlines Adds Six Boeing 737-8 MAX Aircraft to Fleet
Turkish Airlines, the flag carrier of Turkey, has signed a lease agreement for six additional Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft. The new airplanes will be built with AnadoluJet configuration and operated by the Turkish Airlines subsidiary.…
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Avolon Orders 20 Airbus A330neo Aircraft to Meet Growing Widebody Demand
Avolon, the international leasing company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to order 20 A330neo aircraft. This move by Avolon reflects its vision to secure the earliest available slots and take advantage of the…
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Volaris Soars with Purchase of 25 A321neo Aircraft from Airbus, Boosting Fleet and Financial Strength
Volaris, the Mexican ultra-low-cost airline, has announced the purchase of 25 A321neo aircraft from Airbus, bringing their total backlog of A320neo family aircraft to 143. This move will support the airline's continuous fleet renewal…
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Boeing's Outlook: The Future of Commercial Aviation Requires 42,600 New Airplanes Over the Next 20 Years
The aviation industry is on the precipice of significant evolution, forecasting a future shaped by innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. This article, deriving insights from the 2023 Commercial Market Outlook by Boeing, ventures…
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Bulgaria Air's Airbus A220: Latest-Generation Addition to Fleet
Bulgaria Air now proudly hosts the Airbus A220 in its fleet, marking an important step towards greener aviation. The A220's attributes of operational flexibility, unrivaled comfort, and reduced emissions make it a sought-after choice…
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Air Canada's Bigger Planes Take Flight: Montreal-Cairo Route Resumes with 787-9 Aircraft
Air Canada has resumed its summer-seasonal service from Montreal to Cairo, one of three African destinations served by the airline from Montreal. This route was launched in 2021, 12 years after EgyptAir ended it, and has been primarily…
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Top 5: Unique Aircraft Hotels to Add to Your Travel Bucket List
Are you looking for a unique travel experience that combines aviation and hospitality? Look no further than aircraft hotels, where decommissioned planes have been transformed into one-of-a-kind accommodations. From narrowbodies to jumbo…
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Emirates Adds New Aircraft for Flight Training Academy (EFTA)
Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) has announced the addition of a new aircraft type to its fleet. The airline will incorporate the Diamond DA42-VI, a twin-engine trainer airplane, into its flight school's training program. EFTA…
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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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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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Why are Most Aircraft Painted White?
You may have spent some time at an airport - admiring the view on the tarmac. For sure you have noticed, that most aircraft are painted white - with the logo and branding as the expection. Why is that so? History In the early years,…
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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 at the top. The F-35B variant is the most advanced of the F-35…
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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 damaging the ozone layer alone than any other…
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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 watch old aviation movies, we see cockpit crews with more than today’s usual 2 crew…
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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 aircraft, while the A340, its longer sibling, is a quad-engine…
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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 little do they know is the amount of aerodynamics and physics that go behind an…
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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 PIA's accomplishments would take an eternity. The…
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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 Changi Airport serves as its primary…
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What is Windshear and How Can It Be Prevented?
There are several ways that weather might endanger an aircraft. One of the toughest situations is windshear, in which highly concentrated winds occur close to the ground. What is windshear , how can it affect an aircraft and how can it…
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Weightless route flight
The earth is always pulling us to its center with its gravity, a force to which all bodies on the planet are subjected. At the beginning of the space program of the United States, reduced gravity was an important matter in the general…
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What is this Aircraft?
It's known as the "Sky Whale," and I can see why: it's massive. Before we even get into it, the plane's design is impressive, and more importantly, it prioritizes safety.
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How does Wi-Fi Work Onboard Airplanes?
Have you ever wondered how can you get connected to a Wi-Fi network during your flight that is already cruising at a high flight altitude far from the ground and at a very high speed? In this article, we will discuss how can you be…
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The Tragic Crash of Flight 182
“This is it, baby!” the last phrase said by the Captain of the Boeing 727 to Lindbergh tower just seconds before the catastrophe that claimed the lives of 144 people. What happened? How did it happen? And could it have been prevented?…
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Reverse Thrust in Airplanes and how it Functions
Used to decelerate an aircraft after landing, in the event of a rejected take-off, and/or, in some limited cases, during push-back from the gate; it is the reverse thrust . An essential deceleration mechanism in aircraft. In this…
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Why most of the Planes are painted in White?
White is the color that most planes are painted with. When looking at a ramp at an airport, the fact is clearly evident. The reason airlines choose this is because of several factors ranging from the cost to operational conditions.…
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Types of Aircraft Wings
We all know that an aircraft's wings are one of the most significant, if not the most crucial, components of the plane. Aircraft wings provide lift, which allows the plane to leave the ground and take off, as well as hold the fuel. As a…
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What Happened to American Airlines Flight 587
What’s the story behind the American Airlines Flight 587, the second deadliest aviation accident in the U.S.? The crash ended the lives of 265 people and 2 dogs. How did it happen? And could it have been prevented? Shortly after the…
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Airlines of the World; “Say yes to the world” Lufthansa
Continuing our airline series, we'll look at Lufthansa, one of Europe's most significant airlines. IATA: LH, ICAO: DLH Part 2; Lufthansa: Lufthansa, Deutsche Lufthansa AG, is Germany's flag carrier and the country's largest airline.…
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Tips to learn how to fly on budget?
Lots of people would love to learn to fly, but the fact that it is expensive prevents lots from doing it. This article will provide you with some suggestions for less expensive ways to learn to fly. 1. Don’t attended a fancy flight…
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Airlines of the World; in honor of EgyptAir's 90th anniversary
ICAO codes are assigned to over 5,000 airlines. We'll go through a few of them in this series. To learn more about their history, fleet number, and so on. Part 1; Egyptair: Egypt air is the national airline of Egypt. It was established…
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What’s special about A320?
The Airbus 320 family is a line of narrow-body aircraft designed and manufactured by Airbus. In March 1984, the A320 was introduced, followed by the longer A321 in January 1994, the shorter A319 in April 1996, and the much shorter A318…
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The Deadliest Crashes in History
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 Top 10 deadliest air disasters of all time listed in an article written by…
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Did you know…? “Facts about aviation“
There are several basic flying facts that some of us may overlook. If you're even somewhat interested in aviation, these facts must tickle your interest! First Commercial flight: Did you know that the first commercial flight was in 1914…
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A Horrible crash just because of ignoring 28 seconds: Santa Barbara Flight 518
February 21st 2008, Santa Barbara Airlines, flight 518 is preparing for a flight to Carcass from Alberto Carnevalli Airport Merida, Venezuela. Aldino Garatina Gomez is today's Captain (age 36). He is a flight instructor and a senior…
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Aviation's Controversy With 5G Networks
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 is the 5th and fastest…
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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 like British Airways and KLM need to make flying so…
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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 fly in a row and within specific time intervals to ensure…
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Hangars - where an aircraft rests
What is a hangar? A hangar is a closed facility that houses planes or spacecraft. Metal, wood, fibers, and concrete are used to construct hangars. The word hangar is derived from Middle French hanghart ("enclosure near a house"), which…
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Why are the windows of planes round or curved?
Did you ever ask yourself why the plane windows are round? Whether you prefer to sit beside a window or not in your flight, after reaching your seat and putting your belongings in the overhead bin, you look around and notice the rounded…
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History of planespotting
When we're young, we just look at a plane in the sky, and our parents tell us to wave goodbye to it. If you see a plane in the sky, you will look at it right away. Some will simply gaze, while others may find something appealing and…
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Let’s buy an airplane
Have you ever wondered about having your own private plane? In fact, a lot of people would be interested in something like this. Because, after all, it is this type of luxury that we all aspire to, in which we can travel whenever and…
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What is the Jeppesen?
Jeppesen, which is also known as Jeppesen Sanderson, is navigational information, operations planning tools, flight planning products, and software corporation based in the United States. Pilots refer to Jeppesen's aeronautical…
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Why Do We Board Planes From The Left-Hand Side?
You might wonder about the reason for using the left side only of the plane to board and deplane passengers from the aircraft. There are many points of view about this case, some say that it is because of safety sides, and following old…
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Where do some strange sounds come from during flight?
While traveling in planes, passengers may feel some strange actions and sounds during take-off, flight, and landing. Somebody may think that these sounds of rumbling, banging, and thumping mean that something is not fine, but actually,…
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Rules of the sky above us explained
Is there a set of rules for flying? Just like anything else. So, yeah, of course. It began when Boeing manufactured the first spacecraft sent to the moon by NASA in the mid-1960s. After decades of aeronautical progress, this is a…
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The Head-up Display (HUD), What Is it?
A head-up display (HUD) is a transparent display that displays information without requiring users to shift their eyes away from their normal viewing positions. The name comes from a pilot's ability to examine the information with his…
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Aviation museums
Millions of people of all ages visit institutions such as museums and science centers each year. Many museums specialize in a particular field, such as art or natural history. The aviation industry is no exception….. An aviation museum,…
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Honk! Honk! Can planes hoot at each other up in the air?
Do planes have horns? If they have one, why haven‘t we ever heard it? Can planes hoot at each other? In this article, we will answer every question about the plane's horns and the cases it might get used in. So first of all, do planes…
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The importance of pre-flight checks
Following the 1935 crash of the prototype Boeing B-17 (then known as the Model 299) at Wright Field in Dayton, Ohio, which killed both pilots, the concept of a pre-flight checklist was first introduced by management and engineers at…
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Transair 737 Crash Recovered From Ocean
The wreckage from Transair Flight 810, which crashed in July of 2021, was recently recovered from the Pacific Ocean after a month-long process. The salvaged parts will later be used as important parts for a further investigation into…
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When a plane dies, where does it go? The fate of graveyard planes
Just like everything in life, airplanes also have their own ages. They retire and they move to their graveyard, the aircraft graveyard, where planes sit still and silent in a solemn scene. Why and when would an airplane move there?…
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Qatar Airways Having Paint Issues With Airbus
A paint issue on an airplane? That is rarely ever heard of. But recently, Qatar Airways is facing a paint issue with their Airbus A350 fleet. A fault with fast deteriorating surface paint that caused the grounding of 16 of Qatar…
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Problems You May Experience During Your Flight
With the wide use of air travel, airports can become very crowded ares, the check-in queues especially, and delayed flights also contribute to this. In this article, we will discuss some of the problems that a traveler may face in the…
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Which Airlines Are Evacuating People From Afghanistan?
As people in Afghanistan scramble to Kabul Airport in a desperate attempt to escape the government takeover of the Taliban, several countries around the world have come together to form a rescue program for the refugees stranded in the…
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Personality Traits That Make For An Outstanding Pilot
While many children glorify pilots much like they do with teachers, firefighters, and police officers, the daily grind of being a pilot can be challenging. While flying a plane is an amazing feeling, doing it as a job comes with…
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Ballistic Aircraft Parachute
Also known as emergency ballistic reserve parachute, a parachute system within the aircraft systems. And here comes the question: Do all the aircraft have a parachute in their systems? Well, the answer is no. B-52 Stratofortress…
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How Do Gliders Fly?
Gliders are planes without an engine. They have four forces acting on them – lift, weight (gravity), drag and thrust. Although gliders do not have their own power to provide thrust, the weight of the glider produces the thrust to keep…
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The Best Airlines of 2021
As air travel demand continues to rebound in 2021, and as airlines have recovered from the pandemic last year, which airlines have been recognized as the best operators of this year? Airlineratings.com, a website that ranks airlines in…
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Cirrus Vision Jet: The World’s Most Popular Private Jet
The Cirrus Vision Jet is a one-of-a-kind personal jet that doesn’t fit any of the pre-existing jet categories. It was built with the Cirrus pilot in mind, created to burn about half the fuel of a light jet and be cheaper than the…
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New Boeing 737 MAX 10 Completes Its First Flight
Last Friday, Boeing’s newest and largest variant of the 737 took flight for the first time. The type, named the Boeing 737 MAX 10, is an extended version of the infamous Boeing 737 MAX 8, a plane that had gained a highly critical public…
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The Rise Of Disruptive Passengers & The “No Fly” List
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 unruly and aggressive passengers getting out of control, including one incident in…
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Iceland's New Low Cost Carrier "Play Airlines" Reveals Their First Plane
Yesterday, Icelandic startup carrier “Play Airlines” revealed several images of their freshly painted Airbus A321neo registered TF-AEW. The images showed the exterior of the aircraft sporting a vibrant red color with the word “play”…
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What Does Airworthiness Mean?
A word that gathers a lot of conditions that an aircraft must meet. An official definition does not exist. However, the aviation and aeronautical regulations states the minimum requirements for which the aircraft is deemed to be…
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Supersonic Air Travel Returning: United Orders 15 Supersonic Jets
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…
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United Airlines Plans To Bring Back Supersonic Air Travel By 2029
United Airlines has announced a firm order of 15 “Overture” jets from Denver-based aerospace company Boom Supersonic, with an option for 35 more, contingent upon the new airliner meeting United’s safety, operating and sustainability…
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How Clean Is the Air Onboard the Aircraft?
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 planes hastens the spread of infection. “Travel increases your chances of…
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The Puffin: A Personal Aircraft
It is “personal” because it has a crew capacity of one, only one person who is the pilot of the aircraft. Electric, low noise, capable of reaching a speed of 150 miles per hour, and how it works, it seems to be a fancy vehicle. The…
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The 6 Most Dangerous Airports in the World
A regular flight is scary enough for some people. While planes are still one of the safest means of travel, some airports are just more challenging than others. Here are five of the most dangerous airports in the world: 1. Lukla…
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Top 10 Business Class Amenity Kits in the Skies
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…
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Travel Demand Skyrockets This Summer
This summer of 2021, there has been a dramatic uptick in air travel and passenger demand in the aviation industry. Airports are much busier than they initially were at the beginning of the pandemic, and airlines are receiving…
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The Purpose Of Jet Engine Spirals
You may have noticed those spinning white spirals in a jet engine at one point or another. But have you ever stopped to think about why they’re there? As cute and as comical as they look, those spirals on the spinner cones are more than…
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747-300 Returns to the Skies
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…
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The Different Rotors (Helicopter)
The helicopter as an aircraft is not as simple as it seems, the unique flight features make the helicopter a feat of flight science. It is not just making it fly, it is making it controllable and safe. Well, this machine has a rotor…
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Oxygen Supplies Aboard Modern Aircraft
If a sudden decompression were to happen inflight, each passenger and crew member would have their own oxygen supply. We will take a look at the systems installed for both the passengers and flight crew! Passenger’s Oxygen Supply &…
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Electrical Issues Found on Boeing 737 MAX
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,…
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The Emirates First Class Experience — A Whole New Level of Luxury
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…
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Why Was the Concorde Retired?
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…
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Fuel Servicing of Aircraft
Many of us have seen tanker trucks around when the aircraft is on the ground and think about the type of supply they are loading on the plane. Fueling servicing is only one part of Aircraft ground handling when the plane is at the…
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Avelo Airlines: The New U.S. Carrier To Enter The Market
From its base at Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Avelo plans to start service on April 28 to underserved or secondary airports in the West using leased Boeing 737-800s. Tickets are now on sale at aveloair.com. Purpose & Aim Avelo has a…
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What Are Those Small Holes On Airplane Windows?
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…
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What Is an ILS Approach?
Decades ago, airplanes started to get more and more automated than ever. The result is a rise in safety on and off the ground. Autopilot was a system that was already installed on several large airplanes over the years but the…
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Which Planes Are Used for Short, Medium, and Long Haul Flights?
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…
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Science behind shockwaves and a sonic boom
Ever seen a fighter jet rush past you so fast that you hear a loud bang? Well, that loud bang is called a sonic boom. Now, what exactly is a sonic boom? A sonic boom is a thunder-like noise a person on the ground hears that is…
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What’s behind the Murphy’s Law?
Everyone has ever heard about the Murphy’s Law or probably is familiar to people who has mentioned it. And everyone knows that this law is neither positive nor optimistic. In fact, the law says something that at first glance gives you…
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Why Environmental Activists Broke Into Paris Airport and Painted a Plane Green
Overview Last Friday, a group of nine climate change activists from the organization Greenpeace broke into Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and painted an Air France 777-200ER green. The activists scaled the airport fence with ladders…
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Ground Operations: Aircraft Marshalling & VDGS System
You’ve probably noticed on your last flight the ground personnel walking and holding their two, red safety batons directing the movement of the plane as it pulls into the gate. This is the job of the Aircraft Marshaller. When an…
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FAA Grounds Multiple Boeing 777 Aircraft
Following the engine failure of United's 777 last week, the FAA has requested an immediate grounding of all Boeing 777 aircraft equipped with the Pratt & Whitney PW4000 engines. The particular engine comes with hollow fan blades, which…
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Static Discharge |VS| St. Elmo’s Fire
Pilots see static discharges dancing on their windscreens fairly often. As a passenger, you might be surprised or even concerned at the display. It can be very impressive, but it’s completely harmless. Let’s take a closer look at one of…
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The Origins of Aviation & Airlines
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 the ancient times ever thought that humans can fly?! Since humans first observed the…
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The APU: The Hidden Engine
How many turbine engines are on an Airbus A320? Two, right? Would you believe three? How about a Boeing 747? Four engines? Wrong again. A 747 has Five turbine engines! Hiding inside the tail of almost every airliner is an extra engine…
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Uncertain Future For The 777x
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…
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Will You Feel Safer Knowing That the Crew on Your Flight Are All Vaccinated?
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 vaccinating all of their work force and specially those who…
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What Happens When You Flush the Toilet
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. During a flight,…
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Future of A380
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…
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How Do Evacuation Slides Work?
You’ve all been familiar with the Evacuation Slides if you’ve flown before - either presented to you by the Flight Attendant’s safety briefing or the airline’s inflight safety video. But have you ever wondered about how they work and…
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ATA 100 (Aeronautical Maintenance Documentation)
As known, ATA stands for “ Air Transport Association ”, an American organization. But when talking about it now, ATA 100 refers to a methodology of reference for numbering the aircraft documentation. Allowing the ease of understanding…
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The First Airplane
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. The airplane was built by Orville and Wilbur Wright in a shop not far from the place of the…
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Convair Sea Dart (The only supersonic seaplane)
Navy Strategy, the need of a supersonic interceptor plane in time when Jet engines were not as advanced as now. The need of an aircraft that could take off from the sea or a floating deck. There were many options and ideas that came up,…
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What Do You Know About the Black Box?
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 some interesting facts about the so-called “Black Box”. It’s not Black Why not? Because it’s already…
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Eating a Cessna 150 for dinner?!
Imagine your dinner is ready and a you cannot wait any longer to taste the delicious and spicy propeller of a Cessna. Mmmmh! Well, this seems strange to most of us, but not for Michel Lotito. Michel was a french artist born in Grenoble,…
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How Does WIFI Work on a Plane?
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 even a phone doesn’t have cellular data or any type of service? Furthermore, how is this connection…
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The B-2 Spirit: A spaceship made on earth.
‘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 the B-2 was not a UFO, it could disappear like one in a blink of an eye. A plane, so unmatched and…
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Spirit Airlines Flight Skids Off Runway in Icy Conditions
Last Thursday on December 17th, 2020, a Spirit Airlines flight from Las Vegas to Baltimore skid off the runway due to icy weather conditions. The flight, NK696, was operating a daily service between Las Vegas, Nevada to Baltimore,…
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Do You Know the Story of "the Ghost Blimp"?
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 remains a mystery. There were various theories and suggestions about how the scene was played in…
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Flying in an Uncontrolled Airspace
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, if the answer is no, this article will let you know what to expact. Photo: wikiwand Class G…
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Flight on another planet (MARS)
Flights within the earth are possible taking into account our atmosphere composed of air. But when talking about flying through outer space or even an almost non-existent atmosphere or one that is composed of other gases like the…
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The beginning of the helicopter era
The desire of vertical flight was always present, and it grew after the first successful flight of the wright flyer , but the technical limitations for reaching this did not give the needed result. Leonardo da Vinci illustrated a…
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The anniversary of the dream of world flight
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 runway and a huge amount of fuel to fulfill the world record endurance…
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How Airline Food Has Been Impacted By COVID-19
This year, the airline industry has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s been a tough year in aviation and many things have changed. One particularly interesting change that has occurred this year is the change in the…
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What Is the Sky Divided Into?
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 pilots, on the other hand, manage a complex 'invisible infrastructure' that allows them to operate…
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What Is the Sky Divided Into?
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 pilots, on the other hand,…
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One engine rule (ETOPS)
We all wonder how a plane could fly if an engine fails, but it is more worrying if it is in the middle of miles and miles of ocean before finding a place to land safely. These same concerns were expressed by aircraft manufacturers and…
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Missile hit at Baghdad
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 at its best to help rebuild the country. Around and outside the airport are terrorists therefore…
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787 updates and more
For the past 24 months, the manufacturer Boeing has been consistently reducing its monthly production tally. While the reductions make sense, there is still a disappointment at the manufacturers announced later last week that in 2021…
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Different condensation scenarios
Many of us have seen smoke, gases or fumes in the sky and it is pretty common to see large trail intersections like clouds. While flying, each aircraft can experience condensation in different ways, but each is produced by conditions…
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Why Flying is Safer Than Grocery Shopping During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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 spread of COVID-19, be safer than grocery shopping? It may seem unbelievable, but it’s…
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When fighter pilots need to use the bathroom
As we all usually know that fighter pilots work in a cramped cockpit and modern fighters do not have more person space. The developers of modern fighter jets such as the F-16 and the F-35 made the cockpit extremely small and the average…
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Can You Request a SVFR?
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 rules under which a pilot operates an aircraft in generally fair weather where the pilot can…
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The new prototype Irkut MC-21-310
By the beginning of November this year the first prototype of the MC-21-310 was completed and equipped with Russian engines PD-14. The introduction to the first flight will come true soon, relying on the multiple tests carried out, and…
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The smallest acrobatic microjet
It is not necessary to look like a mighty fighter to be an aviation gymnast and reach incredibly high speeds. This is a light bullet that can be manned by daredevils due to the high acrobatic performance only awarded by fighter jets.…
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EASA Establishes its conditions for return the 737 Max
Today on November 24, 2020 the European Aviation Safety Agency has issued a Proposed Airworthiness Directive (PAD) related to the return of the 737 Max to Europe Sky. As known by many the aircraft has been grounded for 20 months. So,…
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It Is Not Just A Duct Tape
A duct tape strip, nothing aesthetic or of the quality image on a plane. Some people have noticed these tapes on their flights, causing astonishment, and at first glance, it seems that the tape is joining paper parts, not giving…
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Flying Over a Restricted Area
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 difference? And what happens if a pilot decides to fly over a restricted area?…
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Signal to an aircraft
It is not only about piloting the aircraft but also driving to the boarding gates, that means taxiing the plane with a safe coordination to engine shutdown. How it is performed? A tool used as a standard in many air operations, the…
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The Boeing 737 MAX will be flying again soon!
US safety regulators have cleared the Boeing 737 max to fly again, lifting grounding orders which were placed in March 2019. :boeing After a the 2 737 MAX crashes and investigations that blamed the company for their failures. Their…
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How planes live
An airplane comes into life after a phase of high technology production which includes research and engineering designs able to respond to commercial and environmental needs. Normally, it takes a long time and production can last even…
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How planes live
An airplane comes into life after a phase of high technology production which includes research and engineering designs able to respond to commercial and…
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How planes became spaceplanes
After the first manned flight of the Wright brothers, it did not take more than 20 years to consider space flight, with the concepts and dreams of two men interested in reaching outer space. Herman Oberth , one of the founding fathers…
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Learn about VFR and IFR Flying
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? Why is this relevant? What are your restrictions? Photo: © Robynrg | Dreamstime.com First,…
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Emergency landing of AN-124 in Novosibirsk
Friday, the 13th of November 2020 was not the best day in history of the Volga-Dnepr Company. The 30 years old AN-124 with the registration RA-82042 has been prepared for a flight from Seoul to Vienna with a planned stop in Novosibirsk.…
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The History of Flying Cars
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 a long one. It starts in 1917 with Glenn Curtiss, who built the Curtiss autoplane, a combination…
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The First Forward-Swept Wing Plane to Fly at a Supersonic Speed in Level flight in the World
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 easy to fly due to its extraordinary design. Photo: deviantart.com…
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Never Do These Things on a Plane
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 will write about the craziest things people have actually done on a plane and I highly suggest…
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The Man Who Believed He Can Fly
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 always goes down to one human being with a vision, with the idea that, yes, we…
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Learn about the Amazing Supermarine Spitfire
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 fighter aircraft, it was used by the Royal Air Force…
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What Will I Fly?
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 to fly an Airbus? Maybe you want to fly a balloon? If that’s your dream, who am…
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The New Airbus A220-100 private Business Jet
Airbus has revealed a A220 business jet, Called the ACJ TwoTwenty or 220 business jet, it is like the Gulf Stream or Bombardier. The purpose of this design was that some owners of private Jets may need a larger private jet, hence the…
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What’s an Important Risk Management Tool for a Pilot?
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 to write, in detail, about the 5Ps checklist because I simply prefer it…
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How tandem-rotor helicopters started
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 balloons was accomplished by Igor Sikorsky who was the designer and the pilot for…
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What is the humanitarian delivery flight program developed by BOEING ?
What is humanitarian program ? The Humanitarian Delivery Flight Program was developed in 1992 as between Boeing and its customers to transport humanitarian supplies assistance around the world on newly delivered airplanes with otherwise…
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Pilots Can Suffer From Airsickness
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 we receive from our eyes and the information we receive from…
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British Airways' double delivery
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 and its seventh Airbus A350-1000. THE DELIVERIES Yesterday, the 1st of…
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Questions Pilots Ask Themselves Before their Flights
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 their aircraft, they must also evaluate their fitness for the flight. They must…
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How the aviation industry influenced motorsport.
It has been obvious that motorsport, especially Formula racing cars has been technologically advanced in term of every aspect even in simplest components of the car. Then for the car enthusiasts, the modern supercars are close to a…
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Airport interior layout: Boarding Procedures.
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 for the passengers to travel easily and have a better experience. The layout of the airport…
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How to be a bad pilot?
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 they are called "hazardous" attitudes for a reason. What makes them a real issue is…
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Runway design: between present and future.
The essential part of an airport is the runway which connects between both passengers and the airplane. And in the past several years the evolution in runway design has been for the sake of demand. Where many people travel around the…
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Boeing and FFA Reveled a new fresh problem with the 787 Dreamliner
Unimaginable, one more issue has been found in the wide-body, the 787 Dreamliner. The new problem is also related to the shimming problem this latest defect reportedly relates to the vertical stabilizer or tail fin. -CNBC.com Boeing is…
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