How Minneapolis-St. Paul Became The Last US Hub Where The DC-9 Still Made Economic Sense
Delta Air Lines operated the DC-9 at the airport until 2014.
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A Scrapped Boeing 747's Airframe Is Worth Less Than A Single Piece Of Its Landing Gear
Commercial airliners are worth far less than you think.
The Bizarre Rear-Fan Engine That Killed The World's Fastest Airliner
In an ironic twist, GE's financially disastrous attempt to build an aft-fan turbofan doomed General Dynamic's Convair while laying GE's foundation.
The Differences In Pilot Pay Between Cargo & Passenger Airlines
These airlines are just as lucrative to work for as the passenger carriers.
How Ryanair Built Europe's Most Profitable Airline By Making Flying As Uncomfortable As Possible
The airline seemingly doesn't see comfort or luxury as essential for being successful.
A Look At The Salaries Of US Military Pilots In 2026
US military pilot salaries vary somewhat across the Air Force, Navy, Marines, and Army helicopter aviation branches.
'Indecent': American Airlines Passenger Strips Naked Mid-Flight, Detained By Police In Miami
An Airbus A319 continued to Miami after crew followed security procedures and officers detained passenger at Gate D2.
Southwest Airlines Is Spending $53 Million On A Lounge Without A First Class Cabin To Fund It
The low-cost carrier is developing a network of lounges across the US.
Airbus' $30 Billion Failure Is Now The Most Beloved Aircraft In The Sky In 2026
Despite the high operational costs, the utilization of the onboard space to offer luxury flight experiences makes the A380 a passenger favorite.
The CFM Turbine Upgrade That Doubles LEAP Time On Wing In The Harshest Conditions
Engines have to withstand some of the most challenging environments the world has to offer. How did CFM International upgrade the LEAP engines?
Virgin Australia Passengers Restrained After “Headbutting & Spitting On Flight Attendants”
Crew remained on high alert for most of the 14-hour journey as two men claimed a gun and faced restraint upon landing.
Why The US Is Pouring $75 Million Into 2 Pacific Runways Beyond Guam To Handle Fully-Loaded KC-46 Tankers
The USAF pivot to the pacific bringing upgrades to remote island airfields.
How Many 737 MAX Jets Boeing Actually Plans To Produce Monthly By 2027
The US manufacturer is upping production of its popular narrowbody aircraft.
Bad For Boeing? Airbus’ 1st A330neo MRTT Spotted Outside Final Assembly Line In Toulouse
Thailand's future tanker will gain refueling booms, medevac kit and VVIP fit after Airbus conversion in Getafe.
Another Cracked Fuselage: Amerijet Boeing 767-300F Damaged After Hard Landing In Guatemala
The all-cargo carrier was flying between Miami and San Juan when a diversion was required to Guatemala, and the plane experienced a hard landing.
Airbus Has 107 A350F Orders & The 1st Delivery Is Already Under Pressure
A tight turnaround between planned first flight and first delivery could cause problems for the A350F
Boeing Delivers Romania's First 737 MAX, 2nd Jet To Arrive Later This Month
The new aircraft marks an important chapter in the airlines fleet renewal program.
Southwest Airlines Cancels 17 Routes From World's Busiest Airport: See Affected Flights
Dwindling load factors have seen Southwest move aircraft to develop its Nashville base instead.
The Transpacific Route United Airlines Was Expected To Announce But Quietly Didn't
United's Newark reveal rolled out A321XLRs and ten summer routes while a highly anticipated Pacific corridor stayed quiet.
21 Air Safety Concerns Raised & Amazon Contract Now Criticized After Deadly Boeing 767 Crash
Some former employees are not surprised at the accident.