We all know Emirates as an operator of only two types of aircraft: the world’s largest commercial passenger jet, the Airbus A380, and the world’s
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Singapore Airlines Expands Routes with New Beijing Daxing Flights
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will begin daily flights between Singapore and Beijing’s Daxing International Airport on November 11, 2024, pending regulatory approvals. This new route will
Why Didn’t Boeing Create a 747 with just Two Engines?
The Boeing 747, often referred to as the “Queen of the Skies,” is renowned for its size, range, beauty, and four-engine configuration. However, there are
Boeing Faces Slow Orders Amidst Safety Concerns
Boeing reported a sluggish performance in plane orders for May 2024, securing only four new orders with none for its popular 737 Max model. This
Korean Air Considers Major Aircraft Order at Farnborough Air Show
Korean Air is gearing up for a major aircraft order at the upcoming Farnborough Air Show, potentially purchasing 30 new planes. The airline is currently
The Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental Was Not a Right Fit for PAL
Philippine Airlines was an operator of Boeing 747 for 35 years. Why didn’t PAL consider operating the latest version of the jumbo jet, the 747-8
Qatar Airways Flight to Dublin Encounters Turbulence, 12 Injured
On May 26, 2024, a Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Ireland encountered turbulence, resulting in injuries to six passengers and six cabin crew members.
Riyadh Air Prepares for Launch with Certification Flights
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new international carrier, is gearing up to begin pre-certification flights in September 2024. The airline aims to start scheduled passenger services
Boeing Faces New FAA Investigation Amid Falsification Reports
In a recent turn of events, Boeing has come under the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) microscope once again. This April, Boeing disclosed to the FAA
Spirit AeroSystems Encounters Financial Headwinds in Early 2024
The first quarter of 2024 was notably challenging for Spirit AeroSystems, as the company reported a significant loss of $617 million. This figure almost equals