Fokker: A Brief History
For the bulk of the 20th century, Fokker was a big name among European aircraft manufacturers. Overall, it…
The Rise And Fall Of The McDonnell Douglas MD-11
The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 was one of the most visually striking aircraft of its time. Developed from the…
Hawaiian Airlines Airbus A330 Diverts To Midway After Inflight Issue
Earlier this week, a Honolulu-bound Hawaiian Airlines Airbus A330 had to divert to Midway following an inflight issue.…
Sunday Reads: Our Most Notable Stories This Week
Welcome to our last ‘Sunday Reads’ weekly digest for the month of September 2021! There has been no…
What Are White Tail Aircraft?
When assessing the state of a given aircraft manufacturer’s order and delivery books, the term ‘white tail’ is…
What Happened To Air Slovakia?
Air Slovakia was a small scheduled and charter airline based in Bratislava, the capital city of the country…
How Are The Isles Of Scilly Connected To The British Mainland By Air?
Due to extensive uncertainty regarding international travel amid the coronavirus pandemic, domestic travel has become increasingly important in…
Icelandair Schedules 8 Hour Long 737 MAX 8 Flights
Icelandair is set to deploy its new Boeing 737 MAX 8 series aircraft on a new long-haul route…
What Happened To US Airways’ MetroJet Low-Cost Subsidiary?
Over the years, several major American carriers have dabbled in the world of low-cost subsidiaries. For example, Delta…
Which Airlines Still Fly The Boeing 737-300?
The Boeing 737-300 was the first variant from the 737 Classic series to take to the skies, doing…
Bold: Airbus Reveals Colorful A220 Private Jet Interior
European manufacturer Airbus is best known for its wide range of commercial passenger and freight-carrying aircraft. However, the…
Russia’s Ageing Widebody: The Il-96 Set To Be Re-engined
Russia is set to refresh its Ilyushin Il-96 widebody with a program that will see the rare quadjet…
What Happened To Air Wales?
The history of the UK airline industry has seen numerous regional airlines come and go since the advent…
What Happens If A Plane Lowers Its Gear At Cruising Altitude?
Particularly when sitting towards the center of an airliner, the noise of an aircraft’s landing gear being lowered…
What Happened To XL Airways?
XL Airways used to be a significant name in the UK leisure market, operating charter flights both to…
What Happened To American Airlines’ Boeing 767s?
Fort Worth-based US legacy carrier and oneworld founding member American Airlines is very loyal to Boeing’s widebody families. Indeed,…
The Fall Of The Boeing 747-200
At the time of its launch, the Boeing 747-200 represented the next step for the company’s iconic four-engine…
How Aer Lingus Flew Domestic UK Flights For Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic is well known for specializing in long-haul travel from various UK airports. However, in the mid-2010s,…
Are Premium Cabins On Planes About To Get Smaller?
For many airlines, premium cabins are a key source of income. While they generally seat far fewer passengers…
What Happened To MyTravel Airways?
When it comes to orange-liveried UK airlines, your first thought is probably Luton-based low-cost carrier easyJet. However, until…
Why Widebodies Are Used For Some Japanese Domestic Flights
When it comes to travel, you probably, and quite understandably, picture regional jets or turboprop aircraft. In some…
A Diverse Classic Fleet: What Planes Does Everts Air Cargo Operate?
The US state of Alaska is well known for being something of a hub when it comes to…
What Happened To Avianca’s Airbus A318 Fleet?
Colombian flag carrier Avianca is the world’s second-oldest airline, having begun life over 101 years ago as SCADTA.…
What Happened To Highland Airways?
We recently took a look at the history of Loganair, a carrier known for its close ties to…