Classic Jetliners: The Lockheed L-1011 Tristar
Trijets have always captured my imagination, tracing back to my childhood when I received a children's book about airplanes. One of the pages presented a comparison between two types of…
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Modern Jetliners: The Boeing 717
Way back the early 2000s, Cebu Pacific was considering the purchase of a new aircraft to replace their outdated DC-9s. The Boeing 717 was a strong contender. However, it seems…
When Airplanes Reverse by Themselves, or Powerback
It's common knowledge that a variety of vehicles, from cars to boats, even trains, can shift into reverse and move in the opposite direction. However, it might surprise you to…
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Boeing Delivers More Passenger Jets in June
Boeing is making impressive strides. In fact, Boeing reported delivering 60 passenger jets in June, bringing its first-half total to 266 airplanes. This represents a 23% uptick from the same…
What is the Purpose of Eyebrow Windows on a 737 and MD-80
Perhaps you've observed the small windows perched above the main cockpit windows in vintage aircraft like the classic Boeing 737s, DC-8s, DC-9s, and 707s. Interestingly, these petite windows seem absent…
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Northern Pacific Airways Readies for Maiden Commercial Flight
Northern Pacific Airways is getting ready for its inaugural commercial flight. This flight is slated to occur on July 14, flying from Ontario, California to Las Vegas Harry Reid. The…
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Modern Jetliners: The Ilyushin Il-96
Only 30 of these planes have been built, with only two airlines, Aeroflot and Cubana, using them. The Ilyushin Il-96 is a Russian long-range commercial aircraft that looks like an…
Classic Jetliners: The Aerospatiale – BAC Concorde
The era when the Aerospatiale - BAC Concorde first graced the skies was truly a remarkable period in aviation history. This supersonic airliner, the lone one of its kind, marked…
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The Return of A380 Superjumbos to Airbus for Inspections
Airbus, the manufacturer of the A380 superjumbo, is expecting a reunion of sorts. Two years since the final A380 jetliner exited its Toulouse factory, the company is readying for the…
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Investigation Underway into Engine Fire on United 737 MAX
On a recent Friday, the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced that it is looking into an engine fire that occurred on a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9.…