Important facts and information about air travel and flying. This includes information for safer and more comfortable flights.
In Aviation, the Customer is Not Always Right
In the realm of commercial aviation, the mantra “the customer is always right” doesn’t apply…
Take-off and Landing are the Most Dangerous Parts of a Flight
The most perilous moments during a flight are not found in the cruising phase but…
A Guide to Essential Safety Equipment in the Aircraft Cabin
In the airline industry, safety is of the utmost importance—a principle I consistently emphasize in…
How to Deal with Turbulence for Passengers
I won’t be a hypocrite here, but at first, turbulence did really scare the hell…
Why Airlines Require You to Open Window Shades During Take-off
“In preparation for take-off, please make sure your seat belts are fastened, tray tables stowed,…
What to Do During an Emergency Onboard a Plane
The Japan Airlines JL516 incident indeed taught us a lot of lessons, but the most…
Understanding Why Our Ears Pop During Landing
Flying is an experience filled with unique sensations, one of which is the familiar ‘pop’…
They Left their Bags During the Emergency Evacuation
On May 5, 2019, an Aeroflot Sukhoi Superjet 100 burst into flames during an emergency…
Why Air Travel is Safer than Land Travel
Statistics are increasingly showing a remarkable trend: air travel is now considered the safest mode…
Why Planes Avoid Flying Over the Himalayas
When you check Flightradar24 and focus on the Himalayas region, you’ll notice a ‘hole’ or…
The Time a Pilot Refused to Land a Plane Amid Unruly Passengers
We all understand the paramount importance of safety in the aviation industry. Airlines will never…
The Safest Seats in a Plane
Air travel is indeed the safest way to travel nowadays, given the unprecedented attention to…
The Reason Why the Planes Vibrate During Take Off
You might have noticed that on some of your plane rides, the plane suddenly vibrates…
What Happens When the Engines Fail at Cruise Altitude?
I think one reason some air passengers are scared of flying is the idea that…
Explaining a Go-Around During Landing
A go-around, or the process of taking off again after aborting a landing, is a…
Ignoring Air Safety Rules can Label You as an Unruly Passenger
Not following air safety rules or ignoring flight attendants can get you labeled as an…
All About Single Engine Taxiing
You’re on a turboprop plane, and after landing, you notice one of the propellers isn’t…
Landing a Plane in Heavy Crosswinds
You’ve probably seen those videos on social media where planes are landing in strong crosswinds….
Factors that Affect the Prices of Plane Tickets
Ever noticed that the passenger next to you or behind you might have paid a…
The Importance of Safety Briefings on Board an Aircraft
No matter how much it might bother us, the cabin crew must conduct safety briefings….
Items that Should Never Be Taken Out of the Aircraft
Just today, I stumbled across a post that’s been making the rounds among Filipino netizens….
How a Plane’s Onboard Wi-Fi System Works
Remember the days when we were told to turn off our mobile devices during a…
Random Air Travel Trivia that Passengers Should Know
Ever wondered why your ears pop during a flight or why the cabin lights are…
The Importance of Adhering to Your Assigned Seat on Flights
Air travel differs from other modes of transportation in several critical ways, especially when it…
Why Do Aircraft Cabins Need to Be Pressurized?
At lower altitudes, our lungs effortlessly take in the necessary oxygen. However, ascend to 10,000…
Can a Plane’s Wing Snap-Off When it Shakes During Turbulence?
How an Airplane Toilet System Works
Suppose you find yourself on an airplane and you need to use the restroom. You…
What Happens When an Engine Fails During Takeoff?
“What will happen if an engine were to fail during take-off?” As a child, this…
Why is Boarding Done on the Left Side of the Plane
You might not have given it much thought, and it may not seem important, but…
Taxiing an Aircraft from the Terminal to the Runway
Aircraft operations on the ground, notably taxiing and lining up on the runway, constitute an…
Understanding the Concept of Red Eye Flights
Have you ever experienced a Red Eye Flight, those flights that occur late in the…
The Purpose and Function of a Jet Bridge
For those of you who frequently fly, you’ve undoubtedly walked through a jet bridge. It’s…
How Planes Flying Avoid Mid-Air Collisions
In an earlier article, I talked about how busy our skies can be. With Flightradar24,…
Wake Turbulence Categories: Heavy, Medium, and Light
Surely you’ve listened to a chat between a pilot and control tower. They sometimes talk…
The Dangers of Ignoring the Fasten Seatbelt Sign
A common behavior observed among numerous passengers is to rise from their seats immediately as…
Decoding the Factors That Affects Airline Ticket Prices
Have you ever considered the likelihood that you and your airplane neighbor, despite sharing the…
Understanding Squawk Codes and Their Role in Aviation
When you come across some aviation terms, you might come across the term “squawk code.”…
The Sky is Home: A Guide to In-Flight Comfort and Resources
Boarding an airplane stirs a blend of feelings: excitement for the impending journey, coupled with…
The Reason Behind Why the Aircraft Cabin is so Cold
At times, it’s intriguing to find ourselves shivering in an aircraft cabin, feeling like we’ve…
Hazards of Drunk Passengers Aboard a Flight
Imagine this: you’re soaring at 35,000 feet, and a nearby passenger, glass after glass, gulps…
Wind Shear can be Dangerous to a Flight
Chatting with pilots has revealed that at times, they’ve had to abort landings because of…
Our Sense of Taste Changes When Flying in an Airplane
Picture yourself cruising above the clouds at a towering altitude of 30,000 feet. A flight…
Understanding ILS or Instrument Landing Systems
It’s not uncommon for passengers to feel apprehensive about landing amidst harsh weather conditions like…
How Much Fuel is Loaded on a Plane for Every Trip
When boarding a flight, many passengers wonder if there’s enough fuel on the plane to…
What Does It Mean When an Aircraft is ETOPS Rated
While soaring on a 14-hour flight between two cities aboard a Boeing 777-300ER, you suddenly…
FAA’s Stand Against Unruly Passengers: Zero-Tolerance Policy
It is disheartening that some passengers assault flight attendants for simply doing their jobs and…
The Great Debate: Window Seat or Aisle Seat?
One of the most common debates among travelers on a plane is the classic window…
Understanding the Reasons Behind Flight Cancellations
There’s no doubt that flight cancellations can be incredibly frustrating, and I have personally experienced…
20 Terms Commonly Used by Pilots and Flight Attendants
Frequent flyers are no strangers to the unique language used by pilots and flight attendants….
Understanding Air Traffic and Flight Delays
I recall coming across a Facebook post by a passenger from the Philippines who grumbled,…