In the realm of aviation, the smallest elements often have significant implications. These seemingly minor aspects not only contribute to the aircraft’s visual appeal, but
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Avolon Anticipates Supply Chain Hurdles to Extend into 2025
Despite the current attempts to stabilize production, Avolon, the third largest aircraft lessor globally, foresees that challenges in the supply chain will likely continue into
Airplanes Have Horns, And It’s Not for Honking on Other Planes
Just like cars, trains, and boats, planes are also equipped with horns. However, the purpose of airplane horns is quite different. While horns in cars,
The World’s Longest Non-Stop Flights in 2023
The innovation of ultra-long range aircraft has certainly transformed global connectivity. Aircraft models such as the Airbus A350, Boeing 787, and Boeing 777 have revolutionized
Flight Attendants Train Immensely for Scenarios They Pray Will Not Happen
Flight attendants greet potential danger with a smile every day. Beneath all the glamour and perks lies a profound reality: in an emergency, they must
Reason Behind Why the A380 Utilizes Only Two Reverse Thrust
You may find yourself pondering how a colossal aircraft like the Airbus A380 manages to halt its momentum after touching down. Naturally, it employs a
AirAsia Philippines Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Performance
AirAsia Philippines is taking to the skies with an exceptional performance this second half of the year, exceeding not only its earlier results in 2023
The Reasons Why Most Commercial Planes are Painted White
Ever found yourself pondering why the exterior of most commercial planes, such as Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, and AirAsia, among others, are painted white for
These Planes Have a Parachute Incase it Fails Midflight
Parachutes are uncommon in passenger aircraft. In cases like an engine failure mid-flight, pilots are trained to glide the plane safely to land. Passenger or
Classic Jetliners: The Lockheed L-1011 Tristar
Trijets have always captured my imagination, tracing back to my childhood when I received a children’s book about airplanes. One of the pages presented a