The Japan Airlines Flight JL516 incident at Tokyo Haneda really taught us a lot of lessons. First, the importance of paying attention to the safety
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Thai Airways Expands Fleet with CDB Aviation’s Airbus A330-300s
CDB Aviation has recently announced a leasing deal with Thai Airways. This agreement is centered around the leasing of two Airbus A330-300s, marking a notable
They Left their Bags During the Emergency Evacuation
On May 5, 2019, an Aeroflot Sukhoi Superjet 100 burst into flames during an emergency landing at Moscow–Sheremetyevo airport, tragically resulting in the loss of
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 Planes Avoid Flying Over the Himalayas
When you check Flightradar24 and focus on the Himalayas region, you’ll notice a ‘hole’ or an area where very few planes fly above. Is this
The Year 2023: A Roller Coaster for Philippine Aviation
The Philippine aviation industry experienced a year of ups and downs in 2023, with significant events shaping the landscape for 2024. Let’s reflect on some
Why Planes Don’t Just Carry an Extra Engine Under the Wing
You may have come across images of Boeing 747s and Lockheed L1011 Tristars sporting an extra engine beneath one of their wings. For instance, a
The History of Low-Cost Carriers
AirAsia, Southwest Airlines, easyJet, FlyDubai, Jet Blue, Jet Star, and Ryanair are synonymous with affordable air travel. These low-cost carriers (LCCs) have revolutionized the aviation
Ten Roles of a Flight Attendant You Should Know About
When flight attendants don their uniforms and pin their wings, they prepare to assume ten different roles onboard the plane, some of which you might
Boeing Dreamliner Makes Historic Landing in Shanghai
The arrival of Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner in Shanghai marks a significant moment, potentially signaling a new phase in the company’s relationship with China. This development,