Many individuals continue to wonder about the high standards airlines impose on their flight attendants. While I have addressed this issue in a previous post,
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Classic Turboprops: The Fokker F27 Friendship
In March 1960, Philippine Airlines expanded its fleet of turboprop aircraft by welcoming the Fokker F27 Friendship, following the earlier acquisition of the Vickers Viscount.
Will Supersonic Commercial Airliners Make a Comeback?
Supersonic commercial air travel was once considered the pinnacle of aviation innovation. With the iconic Concorde jet leading the charge, passengers were able to cross
Aircraft Braking System: How Planes Slow Down After Landing
As your plane touches down, you hear the engines roar louder and feel the force of the aircraft slowing down. You might be curious about
Rising Above Rejections to Conquer the Flight Attendant Dream
I’ve had the privilege of maintaining ongoing conversations with numerous former cabin crew hopefuls who are now successful flight attendants. Their tales of unwavering determination
Being a Flight Attendant: Height, Weight, and Other Requirements
Some may perceive height and weight requirements for becoming a flight attendant as discriminatory without understanding the demands of the job. These requirements exist for
Historic Aircraft: The Lockheed Constellation
Once upon a time, a sleek propeller plane with a distinctive triple-tail was abandoned at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport General Aviation area in Manila.
Asia Pacific Airlines Resume Flights to China and Australia
Airlines in the Asia Pacific region are steadily increasing and resuming flights to destinations that were shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, including China and
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
Japan Flight Attendants Call for Action Versus Stolen Photo Taking
Flight attendants in Japan are demanding tougher penalties against passengers who take photos of them without their consent. According to a survey by the Japan