5 Fighter Jets With The Highest Top Speeds In Service Today
From the Mach 2.83 MiG-31 to the F-22, these are the five fastest fighter jets still in service.
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Delta Air Lines Just Hit A Milestone No US Airline Has Ever Reached & Economy Passengers Quietly Paid For It
SkyMiles and Comfort Plus have driven substantial growth in premium revenue for Delta Air Lines.
Southwest Airlines Launches 6-Hour Flights On This New Route Next Week [Map]
Until last year, this route had not had nonstop flights for 21 years. Things are very different now!
The Engineers' Debate: Why The Airbus A330neo & Boeing 787-9 Have 5 Key Wing Differences
The Airbus A330neo and Boeing 787-9 were developed using different design philosophies, and the contrast is particularly clear in their wings.
Why Airlines Don’t Want First Class Anymore
Airlines are making a surprising move that's leaving some luxury travellers in the lurch. What's behind this shift?
Why Both Pilots Stop Talking For The Final 1,000 Feet Of Every Climb & Descent
Silence is often seen as the enemy in a high-stress environment. In reality, staying quiet is written into many airline rules, learned from disaster.
Austrian Airlines Crew Finds Stowaway In Embraer E190 Cabin Ahead Of Flight To Vienna
The unlikely discovery delayed the jet's departure by two hours.
Dramatic A220 High-Speed Rejected Takeoff
On Saturday, May 16th, a Croatia Airlines Airbus A220-300 had to reject takeoff at high-speed and left the runway as a result. The aircraft smashed through several signs as it came to a stop.It’s noted that the aircraft veered to the left during take-off before leaving the paved section of the runway and entering a grassy area beside it.
The Complications Boeing Ran Into When It Developed The Engines On Its Most Modern Aircraft Families
Noise-reducing chevrons come with a trade-off.
Long Way Round: Qantas Airbus A350-1000ULR Flies East On 22-Hour Nonstop Test Odyssey
Airbus' new ultra-long-range widebody continues to stretch its legs.
The New Inflight Technology That Delta Air Lines Passengers Are Raving About In 2026
The carrier offers exceptional long-haul technological capabilities.
Why A Single Airline CEO Can Block A Carrier From Joining oneworld Alliance
In the early days of aviation, there was no concept of airline alliances. Airlines built their own networks, sold tickets for their own flights, and competed largely on the destinations they could serve. That, however, has changed significantly over the past few decades. Airlines are consistently seeking ways to strengthen their global presence and remain competitive, making alliance membership an increasingly attractive strategic move. So in this video, we take a look at how the oneworld alliance decides who gets in, why founding airlines hold extraordinary influence, and how one airline executive can block a carrier from joining, even if the rest of the alliance sees clear benefits.
Singapore Airlines Confirms Airbus A380 Flights On This Major New Route [Map]
Will the carrier finally launch regular superjumbo service to this destination? Time will tell!
How Much A Boeing 737 Costs Airlines Per Seat Compared To An Airbus A320
Cost per seat is the metric that reveals all. This guide looks into how this metric can truly compare the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320.
Inside The Boeing 747's Upper Deck Layout
From a secluded cocktail bar to a high-density seating zone, the evolution of the 747's upper deck reflects the changing priorities of aviation.
Sources: United Airlines May Scoop Up The Early Boeing 777Xs Rejected By Emirates
Emirates, the largest single customer of the Boeing 777X rejected the delivery of the first 10 airframes due to extensive rework that would be needed to bring them up to current standards. These planes have been parked for many years, leading to the Middle Eastern carrier standing its ground and the jets potentially being orphaned indefinitely. However, this has reportedly led to US carrier United Airlines to consider buying the airframes.
Over 150,000 Flights: Airlines Just Flew The Busiest Day In Recorded History
Late July is always a busy time for the commercial aviation sector.
British Airways' Oldest Active Jet Is 30 Years Old: Here’s Where It's Still Flying
The oldest jet in British Airways' fleet remains a valuable asset, flying routes across the US and Caribbean.
The Boeing 777 Route So Long That A Single Headwind Risks A Fuel Stop
Some routes are long, and some push aircraft to the limit. United Airlines has pushed its 777-300ER so much that on this route, fuel stops are likely.
London Gatwick Airport Loses All Running Water At Height Of Summer Holidays
London Gatwick customers have a dry Sunday as terminal services shut down.