The first time I saw this plane was in the movie “Firebirds.” I thought it was all sci-fi because the plane looked so futuristic for
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There is Still No Direct Replacement for the Boeing 757
There are ongoing talks and debates among avgeeks about whether the Airbus A321XLR is the perfect replacement for the Boeing 757. While some believe the
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[POLL] What Planes Would You Want PAL to Order?
We’re all eagerly awaiting Philippine Airlines’ next aircraft order, especially since their current fleet is showing its age. While they do have nine A350-1000s and
Differences Between PW1100G and CFM LEAP Turbofan Engines
When discussing new generation narrowbody commercial aircraft like the Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX families, the Pratt & Whitney PW1100G and CFM LEAP engines
North Korea’s Air Koryo: The World’s Only 1-Star Airline?
We are familiar with the world’s three-star airlines up to the list of five-star airlines. However, you might be wondering if there are any airlines
How the Iranian Air Force Acquired the F-14 Tomcat
Yes, the F-14 Tomcat is still in military service, but not with the U.S. Navy—it’s with the Iranian Air Force! Surprising, right? You might be
Dedicated Airport Ground Personnel Driving Every Flight’s Triumph
We often see pilots and flight attendants as the heroes of the sky, ensuring that we travel safely from point A to point B. While
Where Does PAL Fly their Two A350-900s?
Philippine Airlines (PAL) operated six Airbus A350-900s until the pandemic hit, which forced the airline to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. As a result,
The F-4 Phantom II and its Anhedral Horizontal Stabilizers
I used to think the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom was an unattractive fighter, especially when compared to the sleek designs of the F-14, F-15, F-16,
Differences Between F-35 Variants and How to Spot Them
I remember watching the documentary film “Battle of the X-Planes,” which documented the fierce competition between Boeing and Lockheed for the Joint Strike Fighter project.