Along the US West Coast, a number of major airports serve as gateways to Asia, Oceania, and beyond, and for passengers crossing the Pacific or heading across the country, the airport lounge experience can be an important part of the journey. A well-designed lounge offers more than just a quiet seat; it can provide dining, […]
US-based legacy carrier American Airlines has decided to turn a celebrity-backed food brand into part of its onboard product offering, announcing that Glen Powell’s Smash Kitchen condiments will now be available on some flights. This partnership places the fast-growing brand alongside American’s broader push to make the travel experience feel more premium and distinctive, all […]
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is often praised as a game-changer in commercial aviation, offering lower fuel consumption, longer nonstop routes, and greater flexibility for airlines. In an era of rising fuel costs, environmental pressure, and passenger expectations, the 787 stands out as a benchmark. Let’s unpack exactly what design, technology, and operational decisions make the […]
The McDonnell Douglas F-15 has been the US Air Force’s primary strike fighter since the end of the Cold War and has been deployed to combat zones in Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, and Libya. As the ‘backbone’ of the Air Force’s fighter fleet, the newest Eagle is expected to remain in USAF service for years to […]
The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the most popular variant of the 737 MAX among the roughly 2,200 aircraft delivered and 4,848 ordered for the family. It is a touch smaller than the 737 MAX 9 with a slightly higher range. That makes it suitable for unique missions that demand a narrowbody aircraft capable of […]
New Pacific’s liquidation is a story about three very different kinds of assets all being sold under a single label in a single auction. A pair of still-useful Boeing 757-200s will be sold, alongside an engineless airframe and a Part 121 operating certificate that, due to the operating structures and regulatory requirements for new airlines, […]
Air travel demand keeps rising, and so does the competition between airlines. On busy routes, carriers try to outdo one another in many ways, be it with flight schedules or in terms of what they offer passengers on the ground and on board. Premium cabin products have become key in setting airlines apart. In recent […]
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. […]