The History Of The Boeing 737
The Boeing 737 has been one of the most successful aircraft of all time. As of mid-2020, it…
The Boeing 747 – Everything You Need To Know
The Boeing 747 changed the aviation industry in many ways. An iconic aircraft, loved by many, it is…
The Airbus A380: Everything You Need To Know
Despite its challenges, the A380 is a great aircraft. The largest commercial aircraft ever built, it has undoubtedly…
Flying First Class? Is It Worth The High Price?
First class is the most luxurious way to fly. With access to the best airport facilities, the most…
Airline Alliances: What Are They & What Are The Benefits?
Understanding the three main airline alliances – Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam – can make a big difference…
Which Aircraft Have Been Retired By US Carriers Because Of COVID?
COVID-19 has had an impact on airline operations and fleets around the world. Reductions in service have been…
How To Fly On Delta’s Boeing 777s Before Retirement
Delta Air Lines will retire its Boeing 777 aircraft by the end of 2020. It has been a…
El Al Now Won’t Operate Commerical Flights Until August
Amidst the ongoing travel restrictions at home and globally, Israeli airline El Al has extended its flight suspension…
What Is Premium Economy? Is It Worth The Extra?
Premium economy is now a common appearance on many long-haul flights. It offers a great upgrade from economy…
Emirates Prepares Its First Airbus A380 For Retirement
The first A380 ready to leave the Emirates fleet was seen this week. This is likely to be…
Wow: Lufthansa Spent $160m On Restoring A Vintage Plane That Never Flew
It is always great to see a historic aircraft return to the skies. Lufthansa tried this with a…
How To Find Cheap Flights To Anywhere In The World
What’s the best way to find low airfares? Based on years of experience, we know some methods work…
The Boeing 737: The Original vs MAX – What’s The Difference?
The Boeing 737 has changed a great deal since its launch in 1968. The latest 737 MAX aircraft…
First Delta Aircraft Set To Leave Victorville Storage Facility
In a sign of recovery in aviation, a Delta Air Lines Boeing 737 is due to leave storage…
America’s Eastern Airlines Aquires A Second Hand Boeing 777
Eastern Airlines has just expanded its fleet of eight Boeing 767 aircraft, by adding one Boeing 777. The…
Can Pilots Open Cockpit Windows During Flight?
Have you ever wondered if aircraft cockpit windows can be opened? The simple answer is yes, when on…
Why Are Spirals Painted On Some Aircraft Engines?
If you look up close inside many aircraft engines, you will see a spiral design painted in the…
Boeing To Cut 12,000 Jobs In The United States
Boeing has announced to employees that it will start involuntary layoffs in the United States and that the…
Oman Air Becomes Latest To Adopt Full Body PPE For Crew
Many airlines are making preparations to start or increase flights as restrictions and lockdowns ease. As part of…
What Happens When You Flush An Aircraft’s Toilet?
Have you ever wondered what happens when you flush an aircraft toilet? What causes the loud noise, and…
What Each Light Means On An Aircraft’s Fuselage
All aircraft are fitted with a number of external flights, from bright landing lights to flashing wingtip lights.…
JetBlue Will Guarantee Social Distancing Until July
As airlines and the aviation industry struggle with the best measures to safeguard crew and passengers, JetBlue released…
South African Airways Given 25 Days To Plan Turnaround
The future of South African Airways got a bit of a shakeup on 15th May, when the government…
How Do Overhead Oxygen Masks Work?
**Update: 16/05/2019 @ 1130 UTC – added details of some aircraft types using oxygen cylinders or chemical generator…
