When it was first revealed in 1990 during Operation Desert Storm, the Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk, also known as the “Stealth Fighter,” took the world by
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Should the PAF Consider the Airbus A330 MRTT?
Today, I attended a media briefing where Airbus Defense presented their product offerings for the Philippines’ defense requirements. They showcased a lot, including the A400M,
The 1966 Mid-air Collision Between the XB-70 and F-104
The Cold War led to the development of many experimental and production aircraft that could reach incredible speeds. Think of Mach 3-capable interceptors like the
How Airlines Choose Their Routes and Where to Fly To
It’s easy to say, “they should fly to this destination because there is a market,” but it’s actually more complex than that. While market demand
When a Boeing 747 Carried 1,088 Passengers
The Boeing 747 is truly an awesome plane, and I’m sure most of us can agree. Not only is it visually stunning, but it’s also
Why the Saab 35 Draken Was Produced
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
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