Boeing is putting on the brakes for a day at its 737 factory in Renton, Washington. announcing a “quality stand down” on Thursday, January 25,
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The Five Most Efficient Commercial Jet Airplanes in the World
If you notice commercial jets nowadays, they typically only have 2 engines, can fly longer distances, and are quieter. That’s because they have become more
FAA Intensifies Scrutiny of Boeing 737 MAX 9 Aircraft
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States has indefinitely extended the grounding of Boeing 737 MAX 9 airplanes. This decision comes after a
Understanding Why a Plane’s Landing Gears are Tilted
If you’ve ever seen a plane landing, particularly if you’re a plane spotter, you might have noticed that the main landing gears are often tilted
Why Turboprops Cannot Fly as High as Jet Aircraft
If there is one thing you may notice when flying on a turboprop aircraft compared to a jet aircraft, it’s that you don’t fly as
Yes, Small Planes Can Fly as High as Big Commercial Jets
There is this certain notion which I have heard too that small planes, maybe referring to turboprops, and even smaller private jets, don’t fly as
What to Do During an Emergency Onboard a Plane
The Japan Airlines JL516 incident indeed taught us a lot of lessons, but the most important lesson we can learn from here is that accidents
Why Air Travel is Safer than Land Travel
Statistics are increasingly showing a remarkable trend: air travel is now considered the safest mode of transportation. This elevated safety level is largely attributable to
Why Aircraft Tires Deflate After High Energy Rejected Take-Off
I am certain that you’ve come across news reports featuring deflated airplane tires following a rejected take-off or an emergency landing soon after take-off. Some
Lufthansa Group Embarks on Fleet Expansion with 200 New Jets
The Lufthansa Group has made a groundbreaking announcement on December 19, 2023, revealing its decision to significantly expand its fleet. The group has placed orders