They Left their Bags During the Emergency Evacuation
On May 5, 2019, an Aeroflot Sukhoi Superjet 100 burst into flames during an emergency landing at Moscow–Sheremetyevo airport, tragically resulting in the loss of 41 lives. It is believed…
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JAL A350 Collides with Japanese Coast Guard Plane in Haneda
On January 2, 2023, an incident unfolded at Haneda Airport (HND) in Japan involving a Japan Airlines (JAL) Airbus A350. The aircraft, after completing its journey from Sapporo New Chitose…
Why Air Travel is Safer than Land Travel
Statistics are increasingly showing a remarkable trend: air travel is now considered the safest mode of transportation. This elevated safety level is largely attributable to several key factors. These include…
Why Planes Avoid Flying Over the Himalayas
When you check Flightradar24 and focus on the Himalayas region, you'll notice a 'hole' or an area where very few planes fly above. Is this some sort of 'no-fly zone'?…
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The Year 2023: A Roller Coaster for Philippine Aviation
The Philippine aviation industry experienced a year of ups and downs in 2023, with significant events shaping the landscape for 2024. Let's reflect on some key moments from the past…
Why Planes Don’t Just Carry an Extra Engine Under the Wing
You may have come across images of Boeing 747s and Lockheed L1011 Tristars sporting an extra engine beneath one of their wings. For instance, a Boeing 747 might be seen…
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Ryanair Flight Returns to Stansted Due to Disruptive Passengers
On a seemingly ordinary day, December 7, a Ryanair flight destined for Marrakech, Morocco, faced an unexpected situation. Just an hour after taking off from London Stansted Airport at 15:34…
Those Lines Above Aircraft Doors are Rain Gutters
When you board an aircraft, you might notice a diagonal or straight line just above the door. Have you ever wondered what these are? They're not just there for decoration.…
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Air France’s New Summer 2024 Destinations
Air France is set to broaden its horizons and offer passengers more travel options in its summer schedule for 2024. From the bustling Paris-Charles de Gaulle hub, travelers can look…
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The History of Low-Cost Carriers
AirAsia, Southwest Airlines, easyJet, FlyDubai, Jet Blue, Jet Star, and Ryanair are synonymous with affordable air travel. These low-cost carriers (LCCs) have revolutionized the aviation industry, making air travel more…