INFORMATIONALJul 14, 2024How To Read the Weather Like a Pilot: A Look at Aviation Weather ForecastsHow do pilots read weather forecasts? Here's how pilots use METARs and TAFs to get the most accurate and up-to-date weather information and how you can read the weather like a pilot. Read More →
INFORMATIONALJul 13, 2024Why Is Spirit Airlines So Cheap? A Look at How Budget Airlines WorkSpirit Airlines is cheap, like much cheaper than other US airlines. But why is this? A la carte pricing and low overhead help set this airline apart from traditional carriers. Read More →
NEWSJul 08, 2024Breaking: Boeing Agrees To Plead Guilty To Defrauding FAA Over Boeing 737 Max CrashesFollowing a series of pressing hearings regarding its questionable manufacturing and oversight processes, Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge concerning two fatal crashes of its 737 MAX aircraft. Here is all you need to know regarding this massive aviation news headline.
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STORIESJul 01, 2024Boeing 737 vs. Airbus A320: The Ultimate Narrowbody Aircraft ShowdownNo two aircraft have made air travel more accessible than the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320. These are the two most common aircraft families in the world, so much so that one of these aircraft lands or takes off every 2.5 seconds. Today, we will analyze and compare these two narrowbody competitors.
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INFORMATIONALJun 22, 2024Willing To Give up Your Seat? A Look Into Voluntary Bumping and How To Maximize CompensationOftentimes on oversold flights, airlines will ask passengers to voluntarily accept a later flight, or a “bump,” in exchange for monetary compensation. Voluntary bumping has grown in popularity over recent years as airlines attempt to decrease the number of involuntary bumps. But what are voluntary bumps and how can you maximize your compensation?Read More →
STORIESJun 22, 2024Cessna 172: The Most Popular Aircraft Ever BuiltWith over 45,000 aircraft being produced, the Cessna 172 is by far the most popular aircraft ever built. From flight training to weekend flights to military use, the Cessna 172 has left its mark on nearly every aspect of aviation. Read More →
NEWSJun 22, 2024Collision Risks as Australia Struggle With Airport Staff ShortagesIndustries around the world have been suffering from staff shortages coming out of the pandemic. The travel sector and especially aviation have experienced these struggles first-hand. In Australia, a staff shortage among air traffic controllers has become a huge point of concern as many fear that the chances of a collision have risen.Read More →
NEWSJun 21, 2024Oil Protestors Attempt to Paint Taylor Swift's Private Jet, go to Wrong AirportOn Thursday June 19, Just Stop Oil protestors broke into London Stansted Airport aiming to paint Taylor Swift's private jet. The activists wanted to bring to light Swift and other famous figures excessive use of private jets and flying. Read More →
INFORMATIONALJun 21, 2024Why Is Airport Food So Expensive?Airports' high food costs result from pricey rent, delivery fees, and staff retention. Storage fees and transportation costs raise prices. Vendors face challenges keeping staff, leading to re-training costs and adding extra expensesRead More →
STORIESJun 21, 2024From Airline Newbie to Emirates President: Sir Tim Clark and How to Become an Airline CEOSir Timothy Charles Clark KBE FRAeS is a British business executive and the President of Dubai based Airline Emirates since January 2003. He was also the Managing Director of SriLankan Airlines until 2008.Read More →
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