INFORMATIONALDec 20, 2023JANET: The Top-Secret Airline Transporting Government Officials to Area 51Did you know that the U.S. government flies an airline to some of the most secretive places on Earth? This airline, operating from "Just Another Non-Existent Terminal," supposedly flies to some of the most mysterious and secretive locations in the United States, including (supposedly) Area 51. This is the captivating case of JANET Airlines, the carrier that flies to nowhere. Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 17, 2023The World's Five Worst Mid-air CollisionsMid-air collisions are exceptionally rare but present some of the most horrifying crashes in history. There is almost no possibility for survival, given the high rate of speed and altitude these crashes typically occur. This article recaps the five worst mid-air collisions based on fatalities.Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 16, 2023Why Don't US Airlines Fly the A380?The Airbus A380 is an aircraft that needs no introduction and cannot be mistaken. Yet in spite of the aircraft's prestige, it has never been ordered by any U.S.-based airline. So why is it that despite the United States having the world's second-largest aviation market, no airline based in the country has ever operated the Airbus A380?Read More →
NEWSNov 11, 2023U.S. Drone Shot Down Near Yemen Amid Rising Middle East TensionsOn the week of November 6, a United States military drone was shot down in the Middle East. The shootdown comes among rising tensions between the United States and its ally Israel and Iran. In recent weeks, the United States military has slowly increased it's presence in the Middle East over fears of Israel's conflict with Hamas escalating into a regional conflict. Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 10, 2023JetBlue's Tussle With Amsterdam Schiphol AirportJetBlue Airways launched service to Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS) from its major East Coast hubs earlier this year. The new JetBlue service to Amsterdam has already faced rough air, with Schiphol Airport announcing a flight cap that directly impacts JetBlue's operation among other carriers.Read More →
NEWSOct 23, 2023Off-Duty Pilot Attempts to Crash Alaska Airlines PlaneAn Alaska Airlines flight was forced to divert early Sunday night after an off-duty pilot attempted to crash the plane. The off-duty pilot responsible for the incident is facing 83 counts of attempted murder. The incident highlights the importance of mental health in aviation. Read More →
INFORMATIONALSep 27, 2023Understanding IATA Codes: Why do Airports Have Three-Letter Codes?Have you tried booking a flight, but destinations are only listed as three-lettered codes like JFK, CDG, OR LAX? Have you ever heard someone tell you they are flying to SFO airport but didn't know what they meant? Well, this article will answer the burning question for you!Read More →
NEWSSep 19, 2023Freed American Prisoners Return Home: The Importance of Humanitarian FlightsThe five Americans freed as part of a $6 billion exchange with Iran arrived back in the United States on Monday. This situation highlights the importance of humanitarian flights. Time and time again, aviation has been a major player in facilitating responses to global issues, a topic that we will address today.Read More →
ROUTESSep 10, 2023Air Astana Expands to New York and The Far EastAir Astana has chosen to launch new routes to Tokyo, Singapore, and New York. The decision may have been influenced by recent financial gains, with plans to launch through 2024 and 2025.Read More →
NEWSSep 09, 2023Emirates and Tennis: A Match Made in QueensEmirates will be the Official Airline of the US Open Tennis Championships yet again. This year's tournament, from August 28 to September 10, will be the 12th consecutive event that Emirates has sponsored. Emirates' long partnership with the US Open suggests that the airline has what it takes to gain further influence in the US market through sports.Read More →
