Flight diversions are a reality of air travel that most passengers will encounter at some point. Although they can be inconvenient and frustrating, these diversions
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Will Supersonic Commercial Airliners Make a Comeback?
Supersonic commercial air travel was once considered the pinnacle of aviation innovation. With the iconic Concorde jet leading the charge, passengers were able to cross
Airline Terminologies Which Passengers Should Understand
Air travel has become more accessible with the rise of low-cost airlines and promo fares offered by more airlines. However, many passengers still approach flying
When the Plane Goes Around in Circles in the Sky
Have you ever been on a plane that was supposed to land, but then suddenly started going around in circles in the sky? You might
Classic Jetliners: The Sud Aviation SE210 Caravelle
Before the domination of the commercial aviation industry by Boeing and Airbus, various manufacturers like McDonnell Douglas (now merged into Boeing), Hawker Siddeley, Convair, Dassault,
Aircraft Braking System: How Planes Slow Down After Landing
As your plane touches down, you hear the engines roar louder and feel the force of the aircraft slowing down. You might be curious about
An Aircraft’s Age is Not Determined by Years in Service
Like many people, I used to believe that an aircraft’s age was simply determined by the number of years it had been in service. Consequently,
What is Wake Turbulence and Why it is Dangerous
You may have observed that when airplanes are queued on a runway for take-off, they maintain a significant distance from each other. They allow the
Boeing 787-9 as Airbus A330 Replacements in the PAL Fleet?
In the online aviation sphere, conversations about Philippine Airlines’ (PAL) fleet expansion plans and aircraft orders have been gaining traction. During the 82nd PAL anniversary
Historic Aircraft: The Lockheed Constellation
Once upon a time, a sleek propeller plane with a distinctive triple-tail was abandoned at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport General Aviation area in Manila.