As I gaze upon the NAMC YS-11 turboprop, its engine and tail fin shape remind me of the Hawker Siddeley 748, albeit larger in size.
Category: Aviation Information
The Rich History and Symbolism of the Iconic Flight Attendant Cap
Many people wonder why flight attendants wear caps, which have become a symbol of their profession. Although not all airlines include headgear as part of
The Reasons Why the Wings of the 787 and A350 Flex Upward
One amazing thing about new-generation passenger planes, such as the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350, is how their wings flex upward during flight. This often
Classic Jetliners: The BAC 1-11 or One-Eleven
Growing up as a kid, there was one plane that attracted me so much – the British Aircraft Corporation BAC 1-11. I remember seeing Philippine
Why Do Some Pilots Abort a Landing?
I saw a video on social media once, in which a plane attempting to land at one of the local airports in the Philippines was
The Reasons Why Passenger Airplanes Fly Very High
I’m sure many of you enjoy the view of the Earth when flying on a plane. I myself enjoy the view of God’s creation. However,
Modern Jetliners: The Airbus A330
The Airbus A330 is the most popular widebody aircraft in the Philippines. Both Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific utilize it for both short and long-haul
What is the likelihood that PAL will bring back flights to London?
In October 2022, Capt. Stanley Ng, the President and COO of Philippine Airlines, mentioned his aim to restore flights to London, Auckland, and Sapporo during
Bringing Love at 30,000 feet with the PAL Love Bus
If you mention the name “Love Bus” to your tito and tita, three things will come to mind. The “Love Bus”, a heart decked blue
The Advantages and Disadvantages of a T-Tail Design in Planes
As a kid avgeek, I used to have that impression that planes with a t-tail set-up, or those where the horizontal stabilizers that are located