Tag: Air
INFORMATIONAL Mar 23, 2024 The Paris Olympics: How Airlines Support Sports Tourism in 2024 Sports tourism is one of the fastest-growing areas of the travel industry, with an increasing number of travelers making trips based entirely on attending sports events. 2024 will be a strong year for sports tourism due to high-profile events like the Summer Olympics in Paris. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Mar 23, 2024 How an Airport's Elevation Impacts Aircraft Performance Passengers likely do not think about certain factors affecting an aircraft's performance as the plane takes off. Elevation is one such factor, with an airport's elevation playing a significant role in how easily an aircraft can get off the ground. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Mar 22, 2024 Window or Aisle Seat: Which One Is Better? Passengers must often choose between the aisle and window seats when flying. Each seat type has its pros and cons, which also depend on a passenger's preferences. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Mar 22, 2024 Can You Pay for a Private Jet with Crypto? Cryptocurrency has emerged as an alternative currency to traditional forms of payment. A Florida-based private charter company, Bitlux, is revolutionizing private jet travel by allowing for its charters to be paid in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Read More →
STORIES Mar 21, 2024 Ghost in the Machine: The Eery Aftermath of Eastern Air Lines Flight 401 The legacy of the crash of Eastern Air Lines Flight 401 includes the ghostly appearances of the deceased pilots appearing to warn future Eastern pilots of danger and to vow to protect future L-1011s from disaster. Read More →
STORIES Mar 21, 2024 North Korean Bomb in Overhead Storage Bin Explodes Mid-Flight: Korean Air Flight 858 On November 29, 1987, Korean Air Flight 858 was on its way from Abu Dhabi to Bangkok when all communications with the flight were suddenly lost. What first seemed like an aircraft malfunction or pilot error soon became known as the worst terrorist act involving both North and South Korea, with a dark purpose to throw off a major international event. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Mar 21, 2024 The 4-Lane Highway That Crosses Through a Major Airport in Gibraltar Some residents of Gibraltar and multiple cities in Spain must wait for an aircraft to land as part of their commute. A road to cross into the territory closes for a few minutes to allow takeoffs and landings at Gibraltar International Airport (GIB). Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Mar 20, 2024 Six Must-Have Apps to Make Your Next Flight a Breeze When traveling, it is always important to bring a few essentials: clothes, chargers, your phone, and maybe even a snack. That said, there should be an equivalent emphasis on essential smartphone applications. Certain apps can lead to an easier and more efficient travel experience. Here are some of the best to have for your next trip. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Mar 20, 2024 Ghost Flights Explained: Planes Taking Off With Little to No Passengers Airlines ideally prefer selling all possible seats on a particular flight to ensure it generates the most profit amid the high costs of operating an aircraft. However, there are cases where airlines operate flights with little to no passengers onboard. Read More →
STORIES Mar 20, 2024 Boeing's Blame Game: A History of Shifting Responsibility After Crashes Boeing has been experiencing high pressure and complications due to accidents and a lack of safety culture. Boeing CEO David Calhoun appeared in an interview with the New York Times in 2020. When asked to accept the blame for the fatal 737 MAX crashes, he avoided answering the question by stating whether U.S. pilots could have avoided them. Read More →