Airliners are not just tasked with carrying passengers and freight, but they also carry the manufacturer’s branding. An aircraft type’s name becomes shorthand for its capabilities, its safety record, and the maintenance and training ecosystem built around it. This is why Boeing’s 1997 acquisition of McDonnell Douglas raised an obvious question, as Boeing never chose […]
If you were planning on booking a flight in the United States or internationally, and you don’t want to break the bank, then chances are you’re looking at a ‘Coach’ ticket. Economy class booking may be the least expensive option, but it doesn’t have to be the most cramped. There are a few airlines out […]
Cabo Verde Airlines will restart flights between the Cape Verde islands and the United States on March 31, restoring a key transatlantic link that has been absent for several years, reports Aviation Week. The carrier intends to operate the route with a Boeing 737 MAX 8, connecting the island nation with Rhode Island T. F. […]
There was no change to the advisory level. The “health” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Togo due to risk of crime, terrorism, unrest, kidnapping, and health. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to: Northern border region near Burkina Faso due to risk of […]
Which New York airport actually offers the best airline lounges? For an area that has three major airports to choose from, it’s no easy decision, but there are some key differences to note. With the recent multi-billion dollar overhauls of the region’s aviation infrastructure, the answer is no longer as simple as picking the closest […]
Airbus introduced the A350 family in the mid-2000s as its direct response to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The widebody was designed to deliver efficiency, long-haul capability, and passenger comfort, and it has since become a key part of many global fleets. The family includes two main variants: the A350-900, which is known for its range […]
A routine Monday morning domestic flight turned into a far more serious event for passengers on United Airlines Flight 1207 after the aircraft was forced to return to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) shortly after takeoff on March 9. The Boeing 737 MAX 8 had departed for Jacksonville, Florida, but instead circled back to New […]
The race to deliver the world’s newest cabin seats is well underway, and in 2026, US carriers are at the center of it. After years of refining premium strategies and investing billions in fleet renewal, the country’s largest airlines are now introducing some of their most ambitious interiors yet, and it is safe to say […]
Throughout the 2010s and early 2020s, the narrative surrounding the narrowbody market was that Airbus had Boeing beat. While the Boeing 737-800 was an excellent aircraft and the 737-700 was competitive against the Airbus A319-100, the Airbus A321-200 was in a league of its own, easily outselling the 737-900ER. This dynamic only worsened with the […]
Emirates made headlines not too long ago with its substantial order for the Boeing 777X, the next-generation evolution of the popular Boeing 777 series. As one of Boeing’s most important customers, Emirates’ decision underscores a strategic move to modernize its long-haul fleet with aircraft that promise better fuel efficiency, increased range, and greater passenger comfort.