On any given flight, the cabin crew are the go-to people for passenger needs, from snacks to air sickness bags. But have you ever wondered
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The Airbus A321: 30 Years of Flying High and Looking Forward
The Airbus A321 is the longest member of the Airbus A320 family, with a capacity of seating more than 200 passengers. It has become a
That Peculiar Barking Dog Sound on an Airbus A320
If you’ve flown on a local airline in the Philippines, there’s a high chance you’ve flown on an Airbus A320. During your flight on the
Guide for Passengers on How to Deal with Turbulence
Turbulence is one of the most unpleasant parts of flying for many passengers and even flight attendants. Like driving a car over a rocky road,
Bullets Found on Korean Air Flight Bound for Manila
Two live rounds of bullets were discovered on a Korean Air Airbus A330 that was preparing for takeoff from South Korea’s Incheon International Airport to
Tiltrotor Aircraft: An Airplane and Helicopter Rolled into One
When I was a kid, I used to play with a GI Joe toy named the “Cobra Rattler”. It was a toy airplane that resembled
The Aircraft Landing Gear: Types and How They Work
When we think of an aircraft, the first thing that comes to mind is its ability to take off and land. This process is made
Japan Airlines is Nearing a Deal with Boeing for 737 MAX Planes
Japan Airlines (JAL) is reportedly considering placing an order for over 20 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes as part of its fleet renewal programme. This comes
The World’s Most Powerful Turbofan Jet Engines
In modern aircraft, turbofan engines are the most common type of propulsion system used in commercial aircraft. These engines provide a balance of high thrust,
Historical Aircraft: The Boeing 377 Stratocruiser
Boeing’s legacy of building large aircraft extends far beyond the iconic Boeing 747. Among their notable large aircraft is the Model 377 Stratocruiser, featuring a