Happy New Year From The Simple Flying Team
From the whole Simple Flying team, I’d love to use this opportunity to wish you a very Happy…
The Impact Of The Pandemic From The Eyes Of A United Flight Attendant
The global health crisis is taking its toll on all walks of society. Amid the pandemic, Simple Flying…
What Is The Buzz About Microsoft Flight Simulator?
A month ago, Microsoft caused a buzz in the aviation community by releasing the latest installment of its…
Should US Airlines Receive Additional Government Support?
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) gave a lifeline to tens of thousands of…
How Will Air Fares Be Affected Following COVID-19?
One of the biggest questions frequent fliers are asking themselves right now is how COVID will affect future…
Why The Airbus A380 Was Not A Complete Failure
The A380 will be ending production soon. It never sold as well as twinjet Airbus A350s, A330s, or…
Why You Could Be Better Off Connecting Than Flying Nonstop
For most people, nonstop flights offer a kind of convenience that is unmatched. A nonstop flight means less…
Could Coronavirus Lead To The End Of Change Fees?
With airlines waiving change fees due to the coronavirus, free flight alteration has become the new norm. Is…
Opinion: Mask Policies Still Need To Be Strengthened
On my Southwest Airlines flight, a passenger without a mask was allowed to board the aircraft– seemingly contrary…
Opinion: Airlines Could Offer 2 Types Of Flights To Earn A Profit And Social Distance
Social distancing on flights has become a big point of discussion in recent weeks. A US Senator is…
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 20: Why Loganair Doesn’t Fly To Germany & A Boeing 747 Update
Simple Flying’s latest podcast is live and ready for you to enjoy. Can you believe we’ve already reached…
Why United Is In Good Hands With Scott Kirby
Last month, United Airlines appointed Scott Kirby as its new chief executive officer. The Chicago-based carrier’s former president…
COVID Accelerates The End Of The Inflight Magazine– Here’s Why That’s Good
In recent months, many international airlines have bid farewell to their inflight magazines. The glossy entertainment and duty-free…
10 Tips For Flying With Young Children During The COVID-19 Pandemic
It may not be possible to avoid traveling with young children during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the prospect…
Opinion – Why I Won’t Miss The MD ‘Mad Dog’ Aircraft
By June, Delta will retire its aging MD aircraft. Known fondly as the “Mad Dog,” the airplane has…
Fixing Virgin Australia – What Should Be Done?
Virgin Australia, once the second-largest carrier in Australia, has become the latest airline to enter voluntary administration. How…
Should Face Masks Be Mandatory On Flights?
Face masks or gloves? Social distancing or herd immunity? There has been no shortage of debates about how…
Will Flights Like Project Sunrise Be The Future Of Air Travel?
With rescue flights crisscrossing the globe and passengers keen to get where they are going as soon as…
Opinion: The Aviation Industry May Never Recover From Its Current Crisis
Opinion: Announcements of early fleet retirements and significant staff lay-offs have produced some reasonably dramatic headlines over the…
