Hazards of Drunk Passengers Aboard a Flight
Imagine this: you’re soaring at 35,000 feet, and a nearby passenger, glass after glass, gulps…
Importance of On-Time Performance (OTP) in the Airline Industry
Traveling by air is often an exciting venture, offering you the opportunity to explore new…
Wind Shear can be Dangerous to a Flight
Chatting with pilots has revealed that at times, they’ve had to abort landings because of…
The Importance of Turnaround Time in Airline Operations
Perhaps you’ve come across the phrase “quick aircraft turnaround time.” This turnaround time is actually…
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…
The Different External Sensors Found On Planes
As passengers, we’re often enamored by the wonders of commercial aviation, blissfully unaware of the…
Understanding ILS or Instrument Landing Systems
It’s not uncommon for passengers to feel apprehensive about landing amidst harsh weather conditions like…
How Hush Kits on Older Aircraft Reduce Engine Noise
When we think about aviation, we often think about the roar of engines, the thrill…
How Do Pilots Steer an Airplane While on the Ground
A common misconception held by many is that the yoke or side stick is used…
Why PAL Chose to Purchase the Airbus A350-1000 Over the A380
In a recent turn of events, Philippine Airlines (PAL) has caught the attention of aviation…
Understanding Airport Runway Markings
Have you ever looked out the airplane window during takeoff or landing and noticed the…
Classic Turboprops: The Short 360
During the late 1980s, Philippine Airlines operated a particular aircraft fondly called the “Sunriser.” This…
Classic Jetliners: The Convair 990 Coronado
As a child of the 80s and 90s, one of my fondest memories was playing…
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…
Classic Jetliners: The Tupolev Tu-104
In the 1950s, amid the race for dominance in the commercial aviation sector, the Soviet…
Modern Jetliners: The Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental and Freighter
The Boeing 747-8, the largest and most recent variant of the Boeing 747, stands as…
Why Do Airplanes Dump Fuel and How Does It Work?
You may have come across the phrase “fuel dump” in relation to airplanes. If you’ve…
APU: The Jet-Like Noise on a Plane While Boarding
Ever wondered about that loud jet-like noise you hear as you board a plane? It’s…
Why The Boeing 787-9 Can Be a Perfect Fit in the PAL Fleet
As Philippine Airlines (PAL) looks to expand its long-haul routes and strengthen its position in…
Historic Aircraft: The Saunders-Roe Princess
Long before the era of jumbo jets such as the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380,…
Modern Jetliners: The Airbus A220
We have become accustomed to Airbus aircraft bearing the A3XX naming convention, with the A320…
FAA’s Stand Against Unruly Passengers: Zero-Tolerance Policy
It is disheartening that some passengers assault flight attendants for simply doing their jobs and…
PAL Takes the Record for the Longest Non-Stop 777-300ER Flight
Philippine Airlines (PAL) typically operates its Manila-New York-Manila flights using the Airbus A350-900. However, due…
Top 10 Longest-Range Commercial Passenger Planes of 2023
The aviation landscape is rapidly evolving as aircraft manufacturers strive to create commercial planes that…
The World’s Longest Non-Stop Passenger Flights of 2023
In recent times, commercial airlines have increasingly incorporated ultra long-haul non-stop flights into their itineraries….
The Great Debate: Window Seat or Aisle Seat?
One of the most common debates among travelers on a plane is the classic window…
The Problematic Cargo Door of the McDonnell Douglas DC-10
The McDonnell Douglas DC-10, a widely used aircraft during the 1970s and 80s, was a…
Reverse Thrust: Slowing Down a Plane After Landing
In an earlier article, we explored various methods pilots use to decelerate an aircraft after…
Understanding the Reasons Behind Flight Cancellations
There’s no doubt that flight cancellations can be incredibly frustrating, and I have personally experienced…