Every part of an aircraft is designed with a specific and important function, no matter how big or small. As the saying goes, “the devil
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Should the Fasten Seatbelt Sign Remain On All the Time?
I’ve been reading a lot about passengers and crew getting injured due to clear air turbulence (CAT). The severity of CAT can be alarming, with
We Should End that Habit of Unfastening Seatbelts After Landing
I’ve noticed that during my domestic flights in the Philippines, many passengers tend to unfasten their seatbelts immediately after the plane lands, even while it’s
How Scramjet Propulsion Powers Aircraft Beyond Mach 5
Sometimes, I still find myself on a Top Gun Maverick high after watching it on Netflix. Weekends are usually dedicated to movies or music, and
The Push-Pull Configuration on Airplanes
Some planes from the past feature a unique design where two propellers are mounted on the fuselage instead of on the wings. In this configuration,
Is it Time for Airlines in the Philippines to Buy Regional Jets?
I recently read an article from Ch-Aviation stating that the Philippine government is urging airlines to end turboprop operations at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA)
PAL’s Next Aircraft Order can be the Biggest in its History
Since 2023, I have been hoping for Philippine Airlines (PAL) to put in another aircraft order. Given the positive outlook of air travel demand, upcoming
The A330 MRTT Can Refuel Planes Without Human Intervention
Air-to-air refueling is important for military aircraft to extend their missions and stay airborne longer. Aircraft like the KC-135 Stratotanker and the KC-10 Extender air-to-air
At What Speeds Do Planes Take-Off
During an incident at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport where a Philippine Airlines Boeing 777-300ER had to abort take-off, a journalist asked why the pilots
Passengers Thank Flight Crew for Safe Flights Amidst Typhoon
While Metro Manila and some parts of the Philippines came to a standstill last July 24, 2024, due to heavy rains brought by Typhoon Carina