It was an unforgettable moment at Livermore Airport on January 24, 2021, when a Bay Area pilot wins airplane in a surprise twist. Aaron Benedetti, a United Airlines Captain and experienced Dreamliner 787 pilot, arrived at the airport that weekend …
How Alaska Airlines Invested Heavily on The Returning Boeing 737 Max
The debut of the Alaska Airlines 737 Max marks a major milestone in the airline’s evolving fleet strategy and a renewed confidence in Boeing aircraft. Alaska Airlines became the first new customer to support the Boeing 737 Max following its …
Cabin Crew Member Lists Beverages to Steer Clear of During a Flight
An airplane coffee warning shared by flight attendant Kat Kamalani went viral on TikTok, racking up nearly 2 million views by January 21, 2020. In the video, Kamalani advises travelers to avoid certain in-flight beverages—especially those made with hot water …
Airplane FAQs With The Ongoing Pandemic Answered by Experts
Flying during COVID raises understandable concerns about personal safety, airline policies, and airport procedures. With varying rules across countries and airports, travelers often find themselves overwhelmed. To help clear the air, we turned to experts in aviation and public health …
Turboprop Airplanes Offering Great Performance and Value
The aviation industry is experiencing a surge of innovation, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the evolution of single engine turboprops. These aircraft have quickly become one of the most exciting market segments, integrating cutting-edge technology with performance …
Top Single-Engine Piston Airplanes to Buy in 2020
Choosing the best single-engine aircraft for your needs involves far more than just budget—it’s about balancing performance, purpose, and personal flying experience. Whether you’re a new pilot or a seasoned flyer looking for an upgrade, you’ll want to consider several …
Aircraft Resembling the Spirit of St. Louis Makes First Flight
After nearly two decades of dedication and craftsmanship, the Spirit 2 aircraft—a hand-built replica of the iconic Spirit of St. Louis—completed its long-awaited first flight in January 2021. Local pilot and aviation enthusiast Robert Ragozzino celebrated the achievement, marking a …
U.S. To Implement the First-Ever Airplane Emission Rules
On December 28, 2020, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that new aircraft emissions regulation measures were nearing finalization. Initially introduced in July, the rules aim to bring the U.S. in line with international standards for limiting pollution from commercial …
When an Aircraft Retires, What’s Scrapped?
Finnair, one of the world’s safest airlines and the flag carrier of Finland, has initiated its Airbus A319 retirement process. The airline has begun phasing out two of these smaller aircraft, which have long served short-haul routes connected through its …
Effective Means of Bringing Planes Out of Hibernation
As global travel halted due to the pandemic, the aviation industry was forced to ground over two-thirds of its commercial fleet, giving rise to a meticulous aircraft restoration process. Vast aircraft storage facilities like Asia Pacific Aircraft Storage (APAS) became …