Pac-Man At 35,000 Feet? Retro Gaming Is Coming To IFE
A new partnership with Panasonic and entertainment giant BANDAI NAMCO is bringing the best of ‘80s gaming to…
Health Passports: The Future Of Travel?
Health passports are something we had hardly heard of a year ago; now everyone is talking about them.…
Boeing Wanted To Change 777 Engine Covers Before United Failure
New information has surfaced in the wake of the United Airlines 777 engine failure at the weekend. An…
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 55: Grounded 777s, Retired A318s
Simple Flying’s latest podcast is live and ready for you to enjoy. Hosted this week by Tom Boon, our…
Qantas Prepares To Launch International Flights In October
Qantas is pushing back its planned resumption of international services until late October 2021. This is four months…
What Happens If All The Engines On A Passenger Jet Fail?
Recently, there has been plenty of discussion about engine failures. While this week’s stories have involved a single…
IATA Doesn’t Expect The Airline Industry To Break Even This Year
In contrast to its forecast issued in December, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) now believes airlines will…
Stunning: A Look Inside A Concept Airbus A220 Private Jet
Airbus revealed its concept for the A220 corporate jet back in October last year. Dubbed the ACJ TwoTwenty…
FAA Releases PW4000 Airworthiness Directive Following 777 Engine Failure
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States announced Tuesday that it had issued an emergency airworthiness…
What Does The Term ‘Heavy’ Mean In An Aircraft’s Call Sign?
Often listening to airline radio chatter, particularly to air traffic control, you’ll hear radio transmissions using the term…
New Vs Old: Comparing The Boeing 707 To The 787 Dreamliner
Boeing’s four-engine 707 was the US manufacturer’s first-ever jetliner, entering service with Pan Am in October 1958. In…
IATA Says Its Health Passport Will Be Ready In Weeks
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has stated that its digital COVID travel pass should be ready within…
Major Lessor Tells Boeing To Sort 787 Issues Before Starting A New Plane
While much talk has focused on what plane Boeing will develop next, major leasing company Air Lease Corporation…
My Flight Was Cancelled – Now What?
Flight cancellations, unfortunately, do happen, and they can be very frustrating. Knowing what to do and when can…
When Does A Flight Become Committed To Taking Off?
Have you ever sat on a plane waiting to be cleared for take-off and suddenly thought about what…
Two Years Ago Trump Offered Kim Jong Un A Ride On Air Force One
Former President Donald Trump allegedly offered North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un a ride home on Air Force One…
Which Boeing 787 Variant Is Most Popular?
Since ANA launched the 787-8 commercially in October 2011, Boeing’s Dreamliner has represented the changing face of long-haul…
Which Airlines Have Grounded Boeing 777 Aircraft?
Following the weekend’s dramatic turn of events which saw a Boeing 777 making an emergency landing with its…
Boeing Recommends Grounding Some 777s After United Engine Failure
Airlines around the world are beginning to ground their 777 fleets operating with certain Pratt & Whitney PW4000…
Do Any Airports Still Have Over Wing Jet Bridges?
Jet bridges changed the way airports work, and we are all very used to them now. All jet…
Which Airlines Fly The Airbus A321LR?
With a range of 4,000 nautical miles, the Airbus A321LR can easily complete transatlantic flights. As a result,…
How Aircraft Can Fly Faster Than The Speed Of Sound Without Going Supersonic
The legendary British-French airliner Concorde took transatlantic operations to the next level with its supersonic capabilities. Air France…
The Difference Between Contained & Uncontained Engine Failures
Modern commercial aviation is among the world’s most safety-driven industries. As a result, accidents are thankfully very rare,…
Long Haul Narrowbody Flights Won’t Be Too Bad For Passengers: Here’s Why
Long-haul narrowbody routes are set to explode in a few years as new aircraft types reach airlines. The…
