INFORMATIONALApr 20, 2024The Iron Dome: How Israel Was Able to Thwart 99% of Iran's Missile Attacks Thus FarSince 2011, Israel's Iron Dome defense system has intercepted thousands of rockets and protected the country during times of conflict. It consists mainly of a three-part system that intercepts short-range rockets.Read More →
INFORMATIONALApr 16, 2024Top 5 Flight Training Programs Offered by Aviation Universities in 2024Are you interested in attending university to become a pilot? Phillip Richardson weighs the pros and cons of attending some of the best aviation universities in the United States.Read More →
INFORMATIONALApr 15, 2024Why the -300ER is Boeing's Best-Selling 777 VariantSince its maiden flight in 2003, the Boeing 777-300ER has become the best-selling variant of the Boeing 777 family. As of 2020, over 830 777-300ERs had been delivered to operators all around the world. Why is this? What made the 777-300ER so successful?Read More →
INFORMATIONALApr 09, 2024Modern Trends in Airplane DesignExplore the latest innovations shaping airplane design, from lightweight materials to sustainable propulsion systems. Discover the future of aviation!Read More →
ROUTESApr 09, 2024United's Island Hopper Adventure: 7 Pacific Islands in 15 Hours on a Boeing 737When it comes to serving remote communities, airlines are sometimes the only means to provide vital resources to these places. One such example is the "Island Hopper", a service by United Airlines from Honolulu (HNL) to Guam (GUM) that stops in various Pacific islands.Read More →
INFORMATIONALApr 04, 2024What Happened to Donald Trump's $365 Million, All-Boeing 727 Airline?Aside from being a successful businessman and a former American president, Donald Trump is also known for his stunning private Boeing 757. But did you know that Trump once owned his own airline some 30 years back? We will be recounting the story of the Trump Shuttle.Read More →
STORIESApr 03, 2024Long Live the Queen: The Ageless Reign of the Boeing 747The 747 has flown for nearly half the entire history of aviation. It will continue to serve for decades to come. Read More →
INFORMATIONALApr 02, 2024Pilot Shortage: What Does This Mean for Air Travel?It is a well-known fact that the aviation industry is experiencing a pilot shortage. Just how bad is it, and how does the shortage affect you? Read More →
STORIESApr 02, 2024Remembering Hooters Air: The Restaurant's Attempt to Launch an AirlineHooters Air was a short-lived brand experiment by the US-based restaurant chain that ultimately failed. However, it did intrigue the public enough for many to try it. Read More →
INFORMATIONALMar 26, 2024The World's Top 5 Longest Flights to Australia and New ZealandMultiple airlines offer ultra-long-haul flights to Australia and New Zealand to accommodate high demand among international travelers. Eight of the world's 20 longest nonstop routes by distance involve four destinations: Auckland (AKL), Melbourne (MEL), Perth (PER), and Sydney (SYD). These are the world's longest flights serving Australia and New Zealand.Read More →
