Important facts and information about air travel and flying. This includes information for safer and more comfortable flights.
Refueling Aircraft While Boarding: Legality and Safety Procedures
I recall a Facebook post from a while back, where a guy criticized one of…
How Modern Aircraft Handle Lightning Strikes
For those who have a fear of flying, the idea of an airplane being struck…
Those Strange Sounds You Hear When You Ride Airplanes
As a young boy and first-time flyer, I often found myself frightened by the strange…
Reason Behind Ashtrays in Aircraft Lavatory Amidst Smoking Ban
If you’ve ever flown on an airplane, you might have noticed the presence of ashtrays…
The Science Behind Hand Carry Luggage Weight Limits
We’ve all been there: frantically trying to fit all our essentials into a carry-on bag,…
The Reasons Behind Flight Diversions and What to Do
Flight diversions are a reality of air travel that most passengers will encounter at some…
Airline Terminologies Which Passengers Should Understand
Air travel has become more accessible with the rise of low-cost airlines and promo fares…
When the Plane Goes Around in Circles in the Sky
Have you ever been on a plane that was supposed to land, but then suddenly…
Aircraft Braking System: How Planes Slow Down After Landing
Imagine landing at Caticlan Airport, the gateway to the stunning Boracay Island. Despite recent extensions…
What is Wake Turbulence and Why it is Dangerous
You may have observed that when airplanes are queued on a runway for take-off, they…
At What Speed will an Airplane Takeoff?
Airplanes are marvels of engineering that can reach incredible speeds and take off from relatively…
Just How Fast Do Airplanes Fly?
When we see an airplane flying in the sky from the ground, it may seem…
That Peculiar Barking Dog Sound on an Airbus A320
If you’ve flown on a local airline in the Philippines, there’s a high chance you’ve…
Guide for Passengers on How to Deal with Turbulence
Turbulence is one of the most unpleasant parts of flying for many passengers and even…
Airport Traffic Patterns: How Airplanes Avoid Mid-Air Collisions
When you’re on a plane and the pilot announces the impending landing, you might be…
Understanding The Different Phases of a Flight
The aviation industry and air travel have been rapidly expanding over the years. With the…
Is it Dangerous for Airplanes to Fly Through the Clouds?
Flying through clouds can be a nerve-wracking experience for some passengers. The turbulence and lack…
Why Pilots Abort a Takeoff
Imagine yourself sitting in a plane, all set to take off, when suddenly you hear…
How Do Pilots Navigate in the Wide Open Sky?
It is truly intriguing to ponder how pilots navigate the expansive sky and avoid collisions…
How Pilots Navigate through the many Taxiways in an Airport
In the past, I used to wonder how pilots navigate through the numerous taxiways at…
How Do Low-cost Airlines Manage to Keep their Fares Low
Revenge travel has arrived and numerous individuals are embarking on trips to their favorite dream…
Why Do Some Pilots Abort a Landing?
I saw a video on social media once, in which a plane attempting to land…
The Reasons Why Passenger Airplanes Fly Very High
I’m sure many of you enjoy the view of the Earth when flying on a…
Can turbulence crash a plane?
Turbulence is unsettling and terrifying at the same time. It is very frightening for first-time…
Always trust your pilots when the plane flies through bad weather
As a passenger, you may find yourself flying in stormy skies or with little visibility….
The reality of traffic in the air
Air traffic is real, despite popular belief to the contrary. Seeing no other aircraft in…
Reminders to all traveling by air this Holiday Season
It’s that time of year again when we celebrate Christmas and New Year’s! For the…
Things you should never do when riding an airplane
In order for everyone to have a calm and enjoyable flight, I previously blogged on…
Why do airplanes and airlines have weird rules?
Some people wonder why airlines and airplanes have strange and weird rules on board, such…
Guide to riding planes first-time airline passengers
Riding an airplane can be both exciting and terrifying, especially for first-time airline passengers. While flying…
Essential airplane etiquette that passengers should always practice
Always remember that when you take a commercial flight, you share the aircraft with other…
Some travel reminders this peak season from Cebu Pacific
I understand that you will be with your families for the first time since 2019 to…
All about the tiny hole on airplane windows
You settle into your window seat, relax, and gaze out the window. Then you notice…
Being a frequent flyer does not exempt you from safety regulations
If typical Filipinos have one sad attitude, it is that they always feel “entitled,” especially…
What happens when pilots encounter turbulence
Turbulence is scary to the average passenger, especially the heavy ones, but turbulence is a…
Flight attendant safety instructions explained
During every flight, we always hear the cabin crew say, “In preparation for take-off, please…
There is a kind of turbulence undetected by aircraft radar
There is this kind of turbulence undetected by aircraft radar, no matter how new the…
Overbooking flights is a normal practice among airlines
Before the pandemic, the overbooking of flights by airlines was a common occurrence. However, with…
How to bag the best fare during an airline seat sale
What are the strategies for finding the best airline promo fares during a seat sale?…
The reason behind weight restrictions for carry-on and check-in luggage
Some of you might be wondering why we have to transfer our overweight hand luggage…
Why do we encounter delayed flights?
We all hate delayed flights. As passengers, we do have a schedule also to follow…
Why PAL flights from Manila to US are shorter than US to Manila
You take a Philippine Airlines non-stop flight from Manila to Los Angeles on board a…
Why landing and take-off are the most dangerous phases of a flight
The most dangerous phase in a flight is not during the cruise. The most dangerous…
Firm-landings and go-arounds can be normal safety procedures by pilots
Safety is paramount in aviation and every detail is taken into account. A pilot’s priority…
Do not stand-up and get your luggage while the fasten seatbelt sign is on
Riding in an airplane is totally different from riding a land vehicle. You cannot stand-up…