Understanding the Concept of Red Eye Flights
Have you ever experienced a Red Eye Flight, those flights that occur late in the evening or in the early morning hours? Often, budget airlines schedule these types of flights…
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 the passageway that ushers you from the boarding area to the plane. Although it may…
How Planes Flying Avoid Mid-Air Collisions
In an earlier article, I talked about how busy our skies can be. With Flightradar24, we can see that around 20,000 planes can be in the air at once, flying…
Wake Turbulence Categories: Heavy, Medium, and Light
Surely you've listened to a chat between a pilot and control tower. They sometimes talk about Heavy, Medium, or Light. You might think they're just discussing the aircraft type. You're…
The Dangers of Ignoring the Fasten Seatbelt Sign
A common behavior observed among numerous passengers is to rise from their seats immediately as the aircraft touches down and taxis towards the parking bay. They often disregard the potential…
Decoding the Factors That Affects Airline Ticket Prices
Have you ever considered the likelihood that you and your airplane neighbor, despite sharing the same seating class and services, might have paid different amounts for your tickets? This fluctuation…
Understanding Squawk Codes and Their Role in Aviation
When you come across some aviation terms, you might come across the term "squawk code." The realm of air travel wouldn't be the same without squawk codes - they act…
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 apprehension about potential discomfort during the flight. In essence, travel isn't solely about packing, check-ins,…
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 been transported to the chill of Baguio. This sensation can be puzzling, especially when you…
Hazards of Drunk Passengers Aboard a Flight
Imagine this: you're soaring at 35,000 feet, and a nearby passenger, glass after glass, gulps down more than their fair share of the onboard alcoholic beverages. What starts as a…