NEWSJun 08, 2024Alaska Airlines Flight Carrying Tech N9ne Returns to Kansas City Amid Suspected Fuel LeakAlaska Airlines Flight 291, which headed from Kansas City to Seattle, faced a mid-air emergency at approximately 15:19 local time on June 7th, 2024. This was due to a suspected fuel leak. The incident led to the shutdown of one engine and therefore the plane immediately returned to the Kansas City International Airport. Read More →
STORIESJun 04, 2024Russian Plane Issues Triple Since Sanctions ImposedIn response to Russia's offensive actions in Ukraine, various Western governments imposed sanctions on the Federation. This has led to Russian airlines struggling to find spare parts to fix crippled aircraft and has further contributed to a spike in malfunctions.Read More →
INFORMATIONALMay 31, 2024Predictive Maintenance: Ai Impact on Fleet UptimeArtificial intelligence is revolutionizing the aviation industry by improving airplane maintenance and reducing downtime. Through predictive maintenance, smart decision-making, and efficient resource use, AI helps airlines keep planes in the air longer and save on costs. This technological advancement ensures safer and more reliable air travel for everyone.Read More →
NEWSMay 20, 2024Iranian President Dies in Helicopter Crash: What Are the Repercussions?On Sunday May 19, the Iranian President died in a helicopter crash. The Iranian Government is already preparing to elect a new president as they navigate this novel crisis. Read More →
INFORMATIONALMay 18, 2024The Three Most Dangerous Airliners In History Aviation safety has improved drastically over the years. Manufacturers and regulators have learned from past events to make and certify aircraft that are safer for everyone. However, let's take a step back in time and analyze three of the most dangerous airliners that took to the skies.Read More →
STORIESMay 11, 2024Extraordinary Courage: The Fight To Save Alaska Air Flight 261 - Part 2Alaska Air Flight 261 crashed into the ocean off the coast of California on January 31, 2000, when the jackscrew assembly in the tail failed, causing the aircraft to lose vertical control. The pilots fought valiantly to the very last second to save their aircraft. However, their fate was sealed by circumstances set in place long the pilots ever boarded their doomed aircraft.
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INFORMATIONALMay 08, 2024Smoking in the SkySmoking in some places was allowed on airplanes until the early-2000s. Legislation and rules now prohibit it, which can land you with harsh legal action if caught. What rules against smoking exist in 2024?Read More →
INFORMATIONALMay 04, 2024How Turbulence Might Get Worse in The FutureTurbulence. Chances are that if you have ever taken a flight, you have faced turbulence in some way, shape, or form. Whatever your view on turbulence is will impact how you take the following news: turbulence is expected to get more common and intense.Read More →
INFORMATIONALApr 23, 2024Dream Big: 8 Thrilling Aviation Careers That Don't Involve FlyingAre you considering a career in the aviation industry, but you do not think you are quite cut out to be a pilot? Here are some alternative jobs that you can pursue if you want to work in the aviation industry. Read More →
INFORMATIONALApr 20, 2024The FAA and ICAO: Organizations that Regulate the SkiesAs aviation has expanded, so has the need for federal and international governance. Organizations like ICAO and FAA were established to control the industry, and keep everyone safe.Read More →
