A common behavior observed among numerous passengers is to rise from their seats immediately as the aircraft touches down and taxis towards the parking bay.
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The Impact of Volcanic Ash on Planes
In recent times, the alert level for the Mayon Volcano was elevated to level 2, indicating increased volcanic activity. This development presents potential hazards to
Modern Utility Aircraft: The Beriev Be-200 Altair
In my younger days, as an aviation enthusiast, I would often find myself doodling images of seaplanes equipped with jet engines. I would indulge in
We Celebrate International Flight Attendant Day Every May 31
The calendar turns once more to a special day of the year, dedicated to the unheralded heroes in the clouds: our flight attendants. Each year
Decoding Common Terms Used by Flight Attendants
In an earlier article, I discussed some of the most frequently used terms by both pilots and flight attendants. Now, I’d like to focus specifically
Historic Aircraft: The Saunders-Roe Princess
Long before the era of jumbo jets such as the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380, the skies were graced by massive passenger planes known as
Qatar Airways A350 Encounters Tailstrike Incident in Islamabad
A Qatar Airways Airbus A350 experienced a tailstrike incident at Islamabad International Airport (ISB) in Pakistan, resulting in damage to the aft fuselage. The A350-900,
CAAP Issues Stern Warning Versus Laser Strike on Planes
If you’ve ever flown into Manila on a plane and landed at runway 06 (coming in from the Cavite area), you might have noticed that
Refueling Aircraft While Boarding: Legality and Safety Procedures
I recall a Facebook post from a while back, where a guy criticized one of the local airlines in the Philippines, accusing them of engaging
Airline Terminologies Which Passengers Should Understand
Air travel has become more accessible with the rise of low-cost airlines and promo fares offered by more airlines. However, many passengers still approach flying