Everything you need to know about airplanes and aircraft, as well as general aviation information and tips for air travelers.
Why Huge Cargo Planes Have Anhedral Wings
We all know that planes come in different shapes, sizes, and designs. Some may also…
Remembering Club 707, the Airplane Restaurant in the 80s
I’m sure 80s kids from south of Manila are familiar with this. Remember that airplane…
How Jet Engines Handle Rain and Hail While Flying
Any nervous flyer, or even sometimes newbie flyers, might think that rain can cause an…
Some Initial Design Flaws of the Boeing 747
Nothing is perfect in this world. If we, as human beings, are not perfect, then…
How Does Reverse Thrust Work on Turboprops?
I rarely ride on turboprops such as the ATR 72 and DHC Dash 8-400. But…
Understanding the Mystery Behind Boeing’s 777 No Winglets
We all know that winglets, or those little “fins” you see at the wingtips of…
About the Door Plugs on Planes like the Boeing 737 MAX 9
We are well aware about the Alaska Air flight 1282 incident when a door plug…
The Five Most Efficient Commercial Jet Airplanes in the World
If you notice commercial jets nowadays, they typically only have 2 engines, can fly longer…
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,…
The First Flight of the F-16 Fighting Falcon
It was just a normal day on January 20, 1974, at General Dynamics, where the…
Decoding the Names of Airbus and Boeing Planes
We know the Boeing 777-300ER as the B777-300ER, and the Airbus A321neo as A321neo, right?…
Why is the P-47 Thunderbolt so Big Compared to its Counterparts?
This aircraft was not really my favorite, but I just loved how it looked. This…
Why Fighter Jets are so Loud Compared to Commercial Aircraft?
Commercial aircraft like the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380 have four engines, whereas a Lockheed…
Is the Boeing 737 MAX Still a Safe Plane?
The Boeing 737 MAX series is once again in the spotlight after the door plug…
Understanding Why a Plane’s Landing Gears are Tilted
If you’ve ever seen a plane landing, particularly if you’re a plane spotter, you might…
Can AirAsia Mount Direct Manila to US Mainland Flights?
In a recent media briefing, it was reported that Tony Fernandes is planning to launch…
Why Turboprops Cannot Fly as High as Jet Aircraft
If there is one thing you may notice when flying on a turboprop aircraft compared…
Yes, Small Planes Can Fly as High as Big Commercial Jets
There is this certain notion which I have heard too that small planes, maybe referring…
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’…
Airlines that Operate the Boeing 737 MAX 9
The Boeing 737 MAX series has come under fire again, but this time, it is…
The First Plane to Fly Transatlantic Nonstop
Aviation is indeed full of interesting historical stories: the first flight ever, the first jet…
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 Year 2023: A Roller Coaster for Philippine Aviation
The Philippine aviation industry experienced a year of ups and downs in 2023, with significant…
Why Planes Don’t Just Carry an Extra Engine Under the Wing
You may have come across images of Boeing 747s and Lockheed L1011 Tristars sporting an…
Those Lines Above Aircraft Doors are Rain Gutters
When you board an aircraft, you might notice a diagonal or straight line just above…
The History of Low-Cost Carriers
AirAsia, Southwest Airlines, easyJet, FlyDubai, Jet Blue, Jet Star, and Ryanair are synonymous with affordable…
Why Aircraft Tires Deflate After High Energy Rejected Take-Off
I am certain that you’ve come across news reports featuring deflated airplane tires following a…
Delta’s Journey Towards Net-Zero Emissions
In 2023, Delta Air Lines embarked on a determined mission to reshape the future of…
How the Boeing 737 MAX’s Split Winglets Work
The fin-like structures on the wingtips of a plane, known as winglets, are not just…
High Bypass Turbofan Engines are Not Meant for Small Planes
You may have observed that jet engines on commercial aircraft are getting larger. This is…
The A-10 Thunderbolt II “Warthog” is a Plane Built Around a Gun
“Brrrrt brrrrt” is often the first sound that comes to mind when thinking about the…
The Lone Boeing 747-400M Combi of Philippine Airlines
Ahhh, the queen of the skies. To me, it’s the most beautiful and sexiest passenger…
Five Early Airlines You May Not Know Of
When we think of early airlines, names like DELAG, KLM, Qantas, Pan Am, TWA, Avianca,…
The A330-800neo is Airbus’ Worst Selling Plane
The Airbus A330-800neo, a variant of the A330neo family, has faced a challenging market since…
What are Swiss Cheese Flaps?
It may surprise many to learn that a type of flap known as “Swiss cheese…
The Reason Why the Boeing 777X Have Folding Wingtips
I once thought that folding wingtips were limited to military planes, particularly those used on…
PAL Will Need a Robust Fleet for its Future Plans
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has set a clear goal to reestablish itself as a major airline…
Is PAL Flying to Seattle this 2024?
The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 drastically altered the trajectory for most airlines. While there were…
The History of Long-Haul Flights
Long-haul flights have been a common occurrence for many years. Today, numerous aircraft are capable…
Different Tail Designs of Aircraft
Airplane tails, or vertical stabilizers, play a crucial role in the stability and control of…
Why was the Convair 990 built?
It was the 1960s, and two of the most dominant jetliners at that time were…
Does Having More Propeller Blades Benefit Planes?
Ever wondered why some planes have two propeller blades while others have three or four?…
The Different Engines of the Airbus A320 Family
If you’ve flown on an Airbus A320 more than once, particularly in the Philippines, you…
Is the F/A-18 Super Hornet better than the F-14 Tomcat?
The two ‘Top Gun’ films were highly successful. The first one, released in the 1980s,…
The T-28 Trojan is Not the Tora Tora Plane
I remember, way back in 1989, during a coup d’état by rebel troops aiming to…
Military Aircraft: The Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet
When we hear the words ‘Top Gun,’ those of us who are aviation enthusiasts are…
How Much Does an Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 Cost?
The recent claim by an online seller and vlogger on a talk show, stating her…