During a recent cabin crew recruitment event I attended, I had the opportunity to chat with several aspiring flight attendants. When asked why they wanted
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The Antonov An-22, the Largest Turboprop in the World
When the name “Antonov” is mentioned, many immediately think of the An-225, which was once the world’s largest aircraft until its destruction during the Ukraine-Russian
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
Spirit Airlines to Defer Airbus Deliveries
Spirit Airlines is taking steps to streamline its operations and sharpen its focus on core services. In a strategic move announced on April 8, 2024,
What those Airport Runway Lights Stand For
You might be curious about the abundance of airport runway lights and why they aren’t just standard ones. Additionally, you might wonder why they come
Reasons Behind Cebu Pacific’s Blockbuster Plane Order
We are all buzzing with anticipation for Cebu Pacific’s monumental plane order, potentially the single largest in Philippine aviation history. Cebu Pacific is considering the
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.
Cebu Pacific and Avolon Enters into Sale-Leaseback Agreement
Cebu Pacific has entered into a sale-and-leaseback agreement with Avolon, a leading aircraft leasing company, for four brand-new Airbus A330neo aircraft. Slated for delivery between
Etihad Airways Flies to Boston, Bridging Continents
Etihad Airways’ inaugural flight to Boston last Sunday heralded a new chapter in air travel between Abu Dhabi and the United States, emphasizing the airline’s
PAL May Order More A350-1000s by Year End 2024
Philippine Airlines’ (PAL) resurgence from the pandemic has been remarkable, especially after recording an all-time high performance in 2023. The airline plans to reinvest all