August 2023 was a month to remember for Asia Pacific airlines. According to the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), international passenger markets are bouncing
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This Weird Looking Plane Actually Flew – the Kalinin K-7
There were quite a number of weird-looking planes way back. To name a few, there’s the Grumman X-29, which had a forward-swept wing, the Hughes
United Airlines Takes the Lead with Larger Planes
United Airlines has a straightforward solution to the challenges facing U.S. carriers: go big or go home. The Chicago-based airline announced on Tuesday that it’s
Why Are Jet Engines Getting Bigger and Larger?
If you are familiar with the Boeing 777-300ER, you will notice that its jet engine is huge, the GE90-115B. In fact, its diameter is as
United Airlines Orders 110 Planes from Airbus and Boeing
United Airlines has announced it’s buying 110 planes from Boeing and Airbus, set for delivery starting in 2028. This massive order aims to not only
How Fly By Wire Has Made Flying Easier
The first time I heard the term “Fly By Wire” was when I was watching a documentary about fighter jets, specifically the F-16. This fighter
Lufthansa Technik and PAL Extend Their Partnership
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is sticking with Lufthansa Technik for engine maintenance. The two companies recently inked a three-year contract that kicks in from 2024. This
Boeing is Setting 737 High Production Goals for July 2025
Boeing is setting its sights on increasing the production of its popular 737 jets, including the 737 MAX. The company aims to produce at least
What Happens When the Engines Fail at Cruise Altitude?
I think one reason some air passengers are scared of flying is the idea that if the engine fails, the plane will just drop from
Cebu Pacific Gears Up for a Record-Breaking Aircraft Order
Cebu Pacific is about to make history with what’s being called the largest narrowbody aircraft order in the Philippines. CEO Mike Szucs revealed this during