The first time I heard the term “Fly By Wire” was when I was watching a documentary about fighter jets, specifically the F-16. This fighter
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What Happens When the Engines Fail at Cruise Altitude?
I think one reason some air passengers are scared of flying is the idea that if the engine fails, the plane will just drop from
The Different Types of Flaps on a Plane and How They Work
Being in an airplane window seat can be quite engaging, particularly if you’re sitting near or at the rear part of the plane. This spot
Is Cebu Pacific Going for the Boeing 737 MAX?
Amid the ongoing issues with Pratt & Whitney’s geared turbofan engines, which have led to delivery delays for Airbus and even grounded planes for maintenance,
Philippine Carriers are Getting More Planes, Hiring More Crew
You might be wondering why local airlines like Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Philippines, and Royal Air are hiring so many flight crews. The most
How a Ram Air Turbine or RAT Can Save a Plane
If you’re a fan of Air Crash Investigation, you’ve probably seen episodes where a plane’s engines totally “flame out” or lose power mid-flight. It’s a
The 10 Most Produced Aircraft in the World
I’ve always wondered which planes are the most produced in the world. While I initially thought the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 would top the
Why Philippine Carriers Chose PW1100G Engine for their A321neo
In the country, Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific operate the Airbus A321neo and A320neo, which have faced some issues. Philippine Airlines operates only the A321neo,
Explaining a Go-Around During Landing
A go-around, or the process of taking off again after aborting a landing, is a standard procedure, and there are specific reasons why a pilot
The Ten Largest Airlines in the World
There’s a lot of debate about which airlines are the world’s largest. I get why—there are various ways to measure this, such as fleet size,