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Inside The Luxurious World Of Cristiano Ronaldo's Private Jet
The FIFA World Cup star's aircraft offers exceptional long-range capabilities.
How The McDonnell Douglas MD-11's 3-Engine Design Created Handling Problems That Ended Its Passenger Career
The aircraft earned a reputation for being difficult to land, but that did not fully ground it.
How The F-4 Phantom's Failures Forged The F-15, F-16, & Top Gun
The F-4 Phantom was an incredible aircraft, yet its vulnerabilities inspired the creation of an entire new generation of air superiority fighters.
The New First Class Experience Airbus Is Developing For The A350-1000
Airbus has a groundbreaking concept that could revolutionize the future of premium air travel on the A350-1000.
Insider Leak Says Delta’s Boeing 717 Retirements Are Starting — And A New Airbus Or Boeing Order Could Be Next
An insider leak says Delta is beginning to retire Boeing 717s rather than spend millions as heavy maintenance checks come due. The move may also point to a bigger fleet decision: a possible new Airbus or Boeing narrowbody order to replace aging small jets across Delta’s network.
Why The US Navy Is Sending Super Hornets To Fight F-5 Tigers In Reserve Squadrons
The Northrop F-5 is a valuable aggressor aircraft, but now it is increasingly seen as sub-par and the Navy wants to train with older Super Hornets.
How Qantas' $128 Billion Fleet Renewal Project Is Reshaping The Airline's Future
Qantas' massive fleet renewal will introduce A350s, A321XLRs and A220s, transforming its network and future growth plans.
5 Things Pilots Notice When Flying A Brand-New Aircraft For The Very First Time
Pilots notice more than just speed and performance when flying a new aircraft.
News: #Ethiopian Airlines takes delivery of its first Twin Otter Aircraft from #Canadian manufacturer Canadian aircraft manufacturer #De_Havilland Canada announced that it has delivered the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft ordered by Ethiopian Ai - facebook.com
News: #Ethiopian Airlines takes delivery of its first Twin Otter Aircraft from #Canadian manufacturer Canadian aircraft manufacturer #De_Havilland Canada announced that it has delivered the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft ordered by Ethiopian Ai facebook.com
The Airbus A350-900ULR's Range Hits 9,700 Nautical Miles Because Parts Were Removed, Not Extra Fuel Tanks
Typically, more range means more fuel is needed. For the A350-900ULR, the exceptional range it reaches is thanks to far more than just added fuel.
New 15-Hour Airbus A350 Flights: Here's Where French Bee Will Fly Now [Map] - Simple Flying
New 15-Hour Airbus A350 Flights: Here's Where French Bee Will Fly Now [Map] Simple Flying
Here's Why The Boeing F-47 Could Become The Most Expensive Aircraft In History
Will the NGAD bankrupt the Pentagon?
Stowaway Found Dead In Wheel Well Of Airbus A320 At London Airport
A routine flight from Morocco to London Gatwick took a turn after a body was found in the wheel well of an Air Arabia Maroc Airbus A320.
Air Force One 747 Makes Its Last Presidential Flight As $400 Million Qatari ‘Flying Palace’ Replaces It
Air Force One 29000 has made its final presidential flight after 35 years of service, including carrying President George W. Bush on 9/11. A former Qatari 747-8 is being rushed into service as a $400 million bridge aircraft, but it lacks the matched backup, working layout, and full no-fail configura
The US Navy Retired Its Most Capable Submarine-Hunting Aircraft & Replaced It With A Step Backward
The US Navy retired the S-3 Viking without finding a true replacement. Take a look at the reasoning, what took its place what could be next.
The Aircraft Set To Replace The World’s 1st Partial Double-Deck Jetliner
Which aircraft will fill the gap left by the iconic Boeing 747?
Why The KC-46 Pegasus Is Still The Most Controversial Aircraft In The US Military Inventory
The trouble with the newest tanker jet in the USAF.
The Most Powerful Rolls-Royce Engine Ever
The Airbus A380 superjumbo is the world's only full double-deck commercial jet and has a maximum takeoff weight or MTOW far exceeding any other aircraft in existence. It is optionally powered by four Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines or four Engine Alliance GP7200 engines (built by a joint venture betwe
Delta advances fleet efficiency with VCT Finlets across 737NG fleet
Delta Air Lines will install a finlet modification package from Vortex Control Technologies (VCT) across its Boeing 737-800 and 737-900ER fleet, bringing the enhancement to 240 aircraft once installation has been completed. The decision follows a comprehensive technical collaboration and in-service
The Striking Differences Flight Attendants Notice Between Working On Narrowbody & Widebody Planes
Differences from crew dynamics to safety procedures changes the work experience between aircraft types.
Why Some Carriers Are Stripping Perfectly Good Airbus A321neos For Parts
The Pratt & Whitney GTF engine crisis has created a bizarre market reality: airlines are paying to have perfectly good aircraft dismantled.
Insanely Modern: How The Airbus A350 Was Built To Outthink Failure
The incredible engineering of the next-gen Xtra Wide Body.
Two EasyJet A320s Took Off From The Wrong Runway Point Weeks Apart
Two EasyJet A320 flights faced serious takeoff incidents weeks apart, using different runway entry points than planned.
Turkish Airlines’ New Chair Charts More Profitable Path to 800 Aircraft
The centenary deadline may have slipped, but Şeker's broader point is that Turkish Airlines is now big enough that the number of aircraft it operates matters less than what it does with them.
5 FIFA World Cup Legends With Luxurious Private Jets
A handful of soccer stars have lavish private aircraft.
Virgin Australia counts down to delivery of first 737 Max 10 - FlightGlobal
Virgin Australia counts down to delivery of first 737 Max 10 FlightGlobal
Confirmed: Virgin Australia Expecting 1st Boeing 737 MAX 10 Delivery In Late 2027
Virgin Australia expects its first Boeing 737 MAX 10 in late 2027, pending FAA certification and ongoing regulatory approval timelines.
Lightning Strikes SriLankan A330 Engine, Sparking Flames And Mid-Air Turnback
The aircraft returned to Colombo safely.
Air India Delays Jet Deliveries: What Does It Mean for India's Aviation Growth Story? - ETV Bharat
Air India Delays Jet Deliveries: What Does It Mean for India's Aviation Growth Story? ETV Bharat
New Bodycam Shows American Airlines Deplaning Everyone After Two Passengers Refused To Leave Wrong Seats
New police bodycam footage shows American Airlines deplaning an entire aircraft after two 'OnlyFans models' refused to leave seats that were not theirs. Deputies removed the women in cuffs, and both were later charged with misdemeanor trespassing.
Here's How Much Longer The Airbus A350-1000 Is Compared To The A350-900
Why the A350-1000 isn't long enough to fully compete with the 777X and why another stretched variant may better place the family.
Why The Boeing 747SP's Short-Body Design Solved A Problem No Other Aircraft Could In Its Era
Derived from an iconic airframe, the 747SP redefined long-haul travel.
Boeing 757 Killer? Inside The Airbus A321XLR's Record-Breaking Fuel Tank
Airbus' latest flagship narrowbody aircraft is set to change the face of the industry over the coming years.
Boeing Deliveries Rise 33% In May, But Orders Dip To Just 11 After Airline Walks Back Commitment - Simple Flying
Boeing Deliveries Rise 33% In May, But Orders Dip To Just 11 After Airline Walks Back Commitment Simple Flying
The Hidden Reason Why First Class On Major Airlines Is Disappearing
First class is no longer a given on all airlines, and for a good reason. Let's dive into how the front of the aircraft has totally changed today.
American Airlines Seeks Widebody Order to Take On Delta and United
Ordering more widebodies would allow American to invest in more international growth — a key market that has fueled the profits of chief rivals Delta and United.
Why The Airbus A220 Is The Most Underrated Commercial Aircraft Flying Today
Forget the A320 or the 737, the Airbus A220 is flying well under the radar, and may soon become the most sought-after airliner in the world.
United CEO Refuses To Say American Airlines Merger Is Dead, And Keeps Talking Up JetBlue
United CEO Scott Kirby still won’t declare an American Airlines merger dead, keeps praising JetBlue as a partner, and now admits United ordered excess aircraft.
Airline With World's Youngest Airbus A380 Fleet Won't Retire Superjumbo Anytime Soon
ANA's three A380s will continue to fly between Tokyo Narita and Honolulu, with no retirement plans in sight.
American Airlines Confirms It’s Shopping For New Widebody Jets
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom confirms the airline has a new widebody aircraft RFP in the market, after retiring 40% of its long-haul fleet and pivoting back toward premium global flying.
Airbus And Boeing Report May 2026 Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries - Forecast International
Airbus And Boeing Report May 2026 Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries Forecast International
Airbus Vs. Boeing: Which Manufacturer Delivered More Aircraft In May?
As both manufacturers aim for higher production rates, May's delivery figures provide an important snapshot of the current standing.
Inside Delta Air Lines' $1 Billion Plan To Add Privacy Doors & Snack Bars To 42 Airbus A330s
With the investment Delta's A330 aircraft will be nicer than even the airline's A350s. Here's a look behind the scenes at Delta's massive A330 plans.
Why The Airbus A350-1000 Is The Only Jet That Can Fly Sydney To London Nonstop
At 10,573 miles (17,015 km), the journey is no mean feat.
Alaska Bets Starlink Will Boost Customer Loyalty as It Scraps Basic Economy Perks
Alaska is doing away with earning points on basic economy seats, but it thinks the installation of Starlink across its fleet will funnel more customer loyalty.
The Ex-Qatari Boeing 747-8 Is Almost Complete: Here's When It Will Replace Air Force One
The former Qatari Boeing 747-8 has completed testing and is to enter service as Air Force One before July 4, ahead of the delayed VC-25B fleet.
IndiGo Lays Out 2030 Plan: 4 years to Become a Global Airline
Four years to scale to 550 aircraft and 200 million passengers. Four years to build a widebody business while Air India races down the same long-haul runway. The clock is ticking for IndiGo.
Here's The Real Reason Airlines Keep Ordering Aircraft They Don't Need Yet - Simple Flying
Here's The Real Reason Airlines Keep Ordering Aircraft They Don't Need Yet Simple Flying
Here's The Real Reason Airlines Keep Ordering Aircraft They Don't Need Yet
Getting orders in early can really shield airlines down the line.
United Airlines’ CEO Slams Rolls-Royce, Says It Only Wins Orders Due To An Airbus A350 Monopoly
United’s CEO criticised Rolls-Royce’s A350 engine exclusivity and warned global engine shortages are grounding hundreds of aircraft worldwide.