In the realm of commercial aviation, the mantra “the customer is always right” doesn’t apply as straightforwardly as it might in other industries. There’s a
Category: Information on flying
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 rather during take-off and landing, with landing being particularly hazardous.
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 my posts. Given that anything can happen during a flight
How to Deal with Turbulence for Passengers
I won’t be a hypocrite here, but at first, turbulence did really scare the hell out of me during my air travels. I mean, I
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, seats in upright position, and your window shades open.” These
What to Do During an Emergency Onboard a Plane
The Japan Airlines JL516 incident indeed taught us a lot of lessons, but the most important lesson we can learn from here is that accidents
Understanding Why Our Ears Pop During Landing
Flying is an experience filled with unique sensations, one of which is the familiar ‘pop’ in our ears during takeoff and landing. I get this
They Left their Bags During the Emergency Evacuation
On May 5, 2019, an Aeroflot Sukhoi Superjet 100 burst into flames during an emergency landing at Moscow–Sheremetyevo airport, tragically resulting in the loss of
Why Air Travel is Safer than Land Travel
Statistics are increasingly showing a remarkable trend: air travel is now considered the safest mode of transportation. This elevated safety level is largely attributable to
Why Planes Avoid Flying Over the Himalayas
When you check Flightradar24 and focus on the Himalayas region, you’ll notice a ‘hole’ or an area where very few planes fly above. Is this