United Airlines has made aviation headlines with a historic move—placing a massive United Airlines jet order for 270 new aircraft, marking the largest acquisition in the company’s history and the biggest commercial jet purchase by any airline in over a …
Pokémon Airplane Unveiled in Japan
A brand-new Pikachu themed airplane has been introduced by the Japanese airline Nippon Airways, adding to its long-standing tradition of Pokémon-inspired aircraft. This latest addition is covered in vibrant artwork of Pikachu, featuring bold shades of yellow, black, and purple …
These are the Rules of Proper Airline Seat Armrest Etiquette
Now that pandemic-related lockdowns are winding down, millions of travelers are once again taking to the skies for vacations, business trips, and family visits. But after a long break from regular travel, it seems many have forgotten the basics of …
Delta Pilot’s Pre-Pandemic Note Becomes Inadvertent Time Capsule
When Delta Airlines First Officer Chris Dennis penned a short message inside a parked aircraft in March 2020, the Delta cockpit note would later become a powerful symbol of aviation’s pause during the pandemic. At the time, Dennis had no …
New Double Decker Airline Cabins For Commercial Flights
One of the major challenges in modern aviation is maximizing passenger comfort—particularly during long-haul flights. For many travelers, limited legroom and cramped layouts can result in an unpleasant journey. This is especially true when seating arrangements place passengers next to …
Viral Airplane Videos Spotlight the Unexpected Side of Flying
Taking a commercial airline flight is rarely seen as thrilling—especially when passengers are stuck in cramped coach seats with barely enough legroom to stretch. Entertainment often comes in the form of a movie, a book, or endlessly scrolling on a …
Answers to Common Airplane Questions from Aviation Experts
To the average traveler, it may seem almost magical that a 1,000+ ton metal tube loaded with fuel, passengers, and jet engines can soar into the sky. Yet commercial and private planes perform this feat thousands of times a day, …
Boeing Sees an Increase in Orders as Travel Hardly Resumes
Earlier last month, Boeing 737 Max orders saw a noticeable uptick, fueled by a significant agreement with Southwest Airlines that helped offset a fresh wave of cancellations related to the troubled airliner. On Tuesday, Boeing announced that it had received …
The Fate of Masks on Airplanes
The airplane mask policy has played a significant role in limiting the spread of COVID-19 during air travel. But when it comes to aviation, safety protocols—once implemented—are rarely rolled back. Some of these rules are sensible and have genuinely enhanced …
Airlines Beginning to Cater to Precautious Travelers
Airlines like Avelo Airlines and Breeze Airways are accelerating low-cost airline expansion efforts to meet rising travel demand with new destinations and flight routes. As COVID-19 vaccinations roll out across the U.S., more Americans are feeling confident to travel again—but …