STORIESAug 24, 2024Mike Shampine: Delta Pilot, Air Force Officer, ArtistMike Shampine combines his lifelong love of art and aviation as a Delta Airlines pilot, and Air Force C-17 commander, and a professional artist. Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 30, 2023The Boeing 717: Boeing's Failed AircraftIn 1997, Boeing bought its long-time rival McDonnell Douglas for $13 Billion. After the acquisition, Boeing began to phase out its newly acquired McDonnell Douglas aircraft in favor of its own designs, which most industry leaders deemed more successful. However, McDonnell Douglas had its MD-95 in production, which was set to release just two years later in 1999. Boeing decided to give the aircraft a chance and rebranded the MD-95 as the Boeing 717-200. Following its untimely release, the aircraft failed horribly.Read More →
NEWSDec 02, 2023Hawaiian Airlines Flight Collides with a Tug VehicleOn November 30, 2023, Hawaiian Airlines flight 105, a Boeing 717 (N494HA), collided with a tug vehicle while taxiing at Kahului Airport (OGG) on the island of Maui, Hawaii. The collision occurred at approximately 6:00 AM local time.Read More →
NEWSJun 29, 2023Delta Boeing 717 Lands Safely Without Nose GearA Delta Boeing 717 made an emergency landing in Charlotte after its nose gear failed to deploy. The aircraft was carrying 101 occupants from Atlanta.Read More →
