Rear-Mounted Versus Wing-Mounted Engines
There are only two places in an airplane where jet engines are positioned, either in the rear or aft, and at the wings. Both have advantages and downsides, but you…
Take-off and Landing are the Most Dangerous Parts of a Flight
The most perilous moments during a flight are not found in the cruising phase but rather during take-off and landing, with landing being particularly hazardous. It's during these times that…
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United Airlines Under Tighter FAA Scrutiny After Safety Incidents
United Airlines saw a 3.4% drop in shares this Monday, following the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) announcement that it's stepping up oversight of the airline due to recent safety concerns.…
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Boeing CEO and Other Executives to Soon Step Down
Boeing is set for significant leadership changes by the end of this year, with CEO Dave Calhoun announcing his departure alongside board chair Larry Kellner and Stan Deal, head of…
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United Boeing 737-800 Flight Lands Safely After Panel Loss
A United Airlines Boeing 737 flight made a safe landing in Oregon this Friday, despite losing an external panel during its journey from San Francisco. This incident, involving a Boeing…
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United Eyes Airbus A321neo Amid Boeing 737 MAX 10 Delays
United Airlines is on the verge of expanding its fleet with multiple Airbus A321neo aircraft through lease agreements, signaling a strategic shift as the airline navigates delays with Boeing's 737…
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United Airlines Shifts Focus from Boeing 737 MAX 10 to MAX 9
United Airlines has requested Boeing to prioritize the production of the 737 MAX 9 aircraft over the yet-to-be-certified MAX 10 variant. This adjustment comes amid growing uncertainty surrounding the certification…
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Delta Braces for Boeing 737 MAX 10 Delays
Delta Air Lines is adjusting its timeline expectations for the Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft, with potential delays pushing deliveries back to as late as 2027. In a candid conversation,…
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United Airlines Flight Veers Off Taxiway in Houston
On a rainy morning at Houston-George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 experienced a mishap shortly after touching down. This incident, involving Flight 2477 from…
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Ethiopian Airlines Orders Eight Boeing 777-9 Jets
Ethiopian Airlines has announced its purchase of eight Boeing 777-9 jets, marking the first African carrier to invest in the advanced 777X widebody aircraft. The airline has also secured options…