United Airlines has taken a pioneering step in sustainable air travel by becoming the first airline to purchase sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for use at
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Qatar Airways’ Alleged Rejection of Asian Cabin Crew Applicants
I have always known Qatar Airways as an airline plagued with complaints about how they treat their employees. While social media might give you the
Is it Time for Airlines in the Philippines to Buy Regional Jets?
I recently read an article from Ch-Aviation stating that the Philippine government is urging airlines to end turboprop operations at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA)
PAL’s Next Aircraft Order can be the Biggest in its History
Since 2023, I have been hoping for Philippine Airlines (PAL) to put in another aircraft order. Given the positive outlook of air travel demand, upcoming
Pratt & Whitney Faces Ongoing Supply Chain Challenges
Pratt & Whitney (P&W) continues to face challenges due to shortages of cast metallic parts and other components, which are hindering its ability to produce
Southwest Ends Open Sitting Set-up After 50 Years
If you are used to Southwest Airlines’ open sitting set-up on its flights, it is time to say goodbye to that. The airline has announced
At What Speeds Do Planes Take-Off
During an incident at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport where a Philippine Airlines Boeing 777-300ER had to abort take-off, a journalist asked why the pilots
Passengers Thank Flight Crew for Safe Flights Amidst Typhoon
While Metro Manila and some parts of the Philippines came to a standstill last July 24, 2024, due to heavy rains brought by Typhoon Carina
Airlines Invest a Lot in their Cabin Crew
Their job may seem simple on a flight, especially if there are no incidents. However, having witnessed their training firsthand, I confidently attest that it
Japan Airlines Finalizes Order for Airbus A350-900 and A321neo
Japan Airlines (JAL) has finalized a firm order with Airbus for 20 A350-900 widebody aircraft and 11 A321neo single-aisle planes. This commitment, initially announced earlier