A smile and a nod are all that flight attendants get from mostpassengers when they board an aircraft. However, during this interaction, which usually takes less than a few seconds, the flight attendant will make a mental log of the passenger. The information they keep in their head is essential for ensuring that everybody has […]
If you’re not intimately familiar with the Strategic Strike arm of the United States Air Force, the Air Force Global Strike Command, you may not be aware that both of the premier bombers in the world’s most powerful military aviation branch are both subsonic. The casual observer may find this peculiar in an era of […]
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for January 2026 global air cargo markets showing that total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 5.6% compared to January 2025 levels. IATA also says that capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.6% compared to January 2025. Willie Walsh, IATA’s director […]
IAG Cargo has launched a dedicated Aircraft on Ground (AOG) service for the urgent transport of aircraft parts, responding to rising demand for specialist AOG logistics. The service is designed to enable rapid recovery when aircraft are grounded, minimising downtime and supporting schedule integrity. Available globally, the service capitalises on IAG Cargo’s extensive network of […]
Air travel in 2026 has a new status symbol: not legroom, not seat selection, not even lounge access — it’s overhead bin space. The modern boarding experience has become a competitive sport where the prize is a metal rectangle above Row 12. The losers get a gate-check tag they didn’t ask for and a slow […]
In 2026, probably the most prominent player in the global fighter market is Lockheed Martin. From the legendary air superiority dominance of the F-22 Raptor to the multinational reach of the F-35 Lightning II and the enduring adaptability of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, the company’s aircraft continue to define the shape of Western airpower. But […]
Airlines operating long-haul routes between Europe and Asia are facing a mounting financial strain as higher oil prices collide with restricted Middle Eastern airspace. Carriers that once relied on the most direct great-circle routings over parts of Iran and Iraq are now diverting north or south to avoid risk zones, adding significant distance and time […]
The popularity ofpremium economy has boomed in recent years. The product often bridges the gap perfectly between economy class and business class. Premium economy has been a hit with all types of passengers, particularly with premium leisure customers looking to upgrade their experience and business passengers constrained by strict travel budgets.
In September 2007, UK flag carrier British Airways made a rare split decision as it determined the future of its long-haul fleet. The carrier decided to back Boeing’s Boeing 787 family for flexibility while making a noteworthy commitment to the larger Airbus A380. The company placed an order for 12 Airbus A380 models alongside 24 […]
Globally, many long-haul routes had at least 100,000 round-trip passengers, yet do not have nonstop flights. Some of them had service in the past, even recently. But, all of them are without regular flights now. The reasons vary depending on the market. But they usually involve some combination of low yields from the distance or […]