China Airlines is in the decision-making process, choosing between Boeing’s 777X and Airbus’s A350-1000 to replace its current ten 777-300ERs. Kao Shing-Hwang, the airline’s president,
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Airbus Steps Up with New A321XLR Hangar in Hamburg
Airbus is taking things to the next level with a brand-new automated A321XLR equipping hangar at its Hamburg site. This move is part of Airbus’
Thai AirAsia X Gets a Green Light for Growth
Good news for Thai AirAsia X as the Central Bankruptcy Court gives the airline the thumbs up on its revised business rehabilitation plan. This decision,
The Difference Between Cabin Crew and Flight Attendant
Someone once asked me, What’s the deal with the terms ‘cabin crew’ and ‘flight attendant’? So here’s what I said. ‘Cabin crew’ is a catch-all
Why Do Some Planes Have Multiple Tail Fins
You don’t often see multiple tail fins on today’s commercial planes like the Airbus A320 or Boeing 737. They usually have just one vertical stabilizer.
All About Single Engine Taxiing
You’re on a turboprop plane, and after landing, you notice one of the propellers isn’t spinning as fast as it was. You might think something’s
AirAsia X Turns the Tables with Impressive Q2 Earnings
AirAsia X is making headlines with its remarkable financial turnaround. The airline reported a net profit of RM 5.5 million ($1.16m) for the second quarter,
Cebu Pacific Eyes Boeing 737 MAX Jets
Cebu Pacific is considering some big changes as they are in talks with Boeing about adding 737 MAX jets to its fleet. This comes as
Landing a Plane in Heavy Crosswinds
You’ve probably seen those videos on social media where planes are landing in strong crosswinds. Looks pretty intense, doesn’t it? But for the people in
Iraqi Airways Welcomes Final Airbus A220
Good news for Iraqi Airways as they’ve just added the last piece to their Airbus A220-300 puzzle. The airline’s fifth A220 touched down at Baghdad