British Airways Just Broke Decades Of CFM Loyalty To Put Pratt & Whitney GTFs On Over 60 Airbus Jets
The airline's decision to introduce Pratt & Whitney's geared turbofan engine into its Airbus A320neo fleet marks a significant strategic shift.
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PBI Is Now DJT: What The Trump Airport Name Change Means For Travelers
Palm Beach's PBI airport code becomes DJT on August 18. Here's what the historic airport code change means for flights, bookings, and travelers.
Why No Aircraft Boeing Or Airbus Is Building Can Replace The 747-400F's Nose Door
The 747-400F is iconic for many reasons, but its nose door may be the best of all. Why is the nose door not seeing a comeback on newer cargo models?
The Striking Differences Pilots Notice Between The F-15 Eagle & The F-35 Lightning II
F-15 vs F-35: two powerful fighter jets built for different eras. One dominates with speed and firepower, the other with stealth, sensors, and data.
Why "Attritable" Is the Most Important Word In Air Combat Right Now
Air forces now realize they need numerous and expendable munitions and aircraft platforms in conjunction with high-end fighter jets and missiles.
11-Hour Nonstop Flights: Delta's 10 New Longest Boeing 767 Routes Revealed
These routes are concentrated out of two of Delta's main hubs.
How Germany Has Quietly Funded More F-35s While Publicly Debating Its Fighter Future
The Luftwaffe needed the F-35 and Berlin complied. With the death of FCAS, where does this leave Germany and its sixth-generation aspirations?
Why No Crewed Aircraft Has Beaten The SR-71's Speed Or Altitude Records In 26 Years
The SR-71 was an essential aircraft of the Cold War, since then, its record for speed and ceiling has never been broken by a manned aircraft.
How Many Miles Per Gallon Does A Boeing 737 MAX Get Per Passenger Compared To An Airbus A321neo?
The A321neo and Boeing 737 MAX both have solid reviews from a passenger perspective, but which aircraft truly reigns supreme in terms of MPG?
13 Dead After Cessna Grand Caravan Sightseeing Flight Crashes Near Peru's Nazca Lines
Eleven foreign tourists and two Peruvian pilots lost their lives after the aircraft was engulfed in flames upon impact.
Qantas Airbus A350-1000ULR Flies For 43 Hours Across 2 Test Flights
Airbus and Qantas have made history by operating their longest-ever nonstop test flight with the new A350-1000ULR that will eventually be used to link eastern Australia with Europe and New York. The momentous test flight took off from Airbus's facilities at Toulouse on July 23rd.
How Much Does It Cost To Upgrade To Premium Economy?
The cabin upgrade can come at a premium.
22-Hour Flights: Turkish Airlines Unveils This New Ultra-Long Route [Map]
Turkish Airlines' decision to reroute its Istanbul to Sydney flights through Singapore has caught the attention of aviation enthusiasts.
Only 63 Miles: British Airways' 11 Shortest Boeing 777 Routes Revealed [Map]
Can you guess where these quick hops are?
The Striking Differences Between Premium Economy & Economy On Long-Haul Flights
Premium economy is gaining popularity all around the world, as passengers are spending more on travel.
One Night Only: Emirates To Operate Rare Airbus A380 Flight To Jakarta Next Weekend
The charter service is being deployed specifically to transport a select group of European football clubs.
Quieter But Thirstier: The Engineering Compromise Built Into 3 Boeing Jets
Why Boeing added engine chevrons to the 787, 747-8 and 737 MAX—and why the quieter design comes with a hidden fuel-efficiency trade-off.
5 Airlines With The World's Quietest Business Class Cabins In 2026
These carriers offer exceptional premium products.
Why Boeing Quietly Pivoted From Developing The 777X With Engine Chevrons
Chevrons were seen as a sign of modern-day technology not too long ago, but now, they are slowly disappearing from the latest aircraft. Why is that?
Why Southwest Airlines Can’t Fly All Of Its Boeing 737 MAX 8s Over The Pacific
These jets are subject to certain operational requirements.