When traveling economy class, items such as amenity kits are a rare find, and certainly receiving one on a long-haul flight feels like a luxurious touch. They have those comfort items that make a long-haul flight more bearable, like a sleep mask, earplugs, and a dental kit. Some airlines have collaborated with designer names like […]
Passengers flying to, from, and within Italy are set to face considerable disruption later this week, following the announcement of a one-day strike on Thursday, February 26, 2026. While local regulations mean that some flights will escape disruption, specifically those on certain routes or at certain times of the day, many are still set to […]
Southwest’s first commercial service took off more than 54 years ago, in June 1971. It was not until July 2014 that its international debut took place. And yet, in 2026, the sheer scale of the evolving carrier’s domestic operation means the international market only accounts for 2% of its total flights.
Papua New Guinea’s domestic airline PNG air has taken delivery of a third ATR 72-100. The 12 year old aircraft registered P2-ATX has been leased from Ireland-based lessor ACIA Aero. It previously saw service with Guardia Indonesia and Citilink. READ: ACIA Aero extends credit facility Commenting on the announcement, Brian Fraser, Chief Executive Officer PNG said, […]
The Boeing 747 is a long-range widebody airliner that has dominated the skies for over fifty years. The four-engine aircraft, which features a unique half-double-decker fuselage, has become one of the most notable aircraft in the history of aviation, and is often called the ‘Queen of the Skies.’ However, since the aircraft was first introduced […]
The United States Air Force uses a complex, multi-layered system that approaches airspace management with a number of tactics to ensure that military operations are safe, in peacetime or in conflict. The simplest way military air traffic avoids collisions is through airspace separation. The US military has a large number of Military Operations Areas (MOAs) […]
As of 2026, the United States Navy operates 11 active nuclear-powered supercarriers, more than all other nations combined. While the US remains the undisputed leader, other nations are expanding their capabilities. France is the only other country with a nuclear-powered carrier, but the People’s Liberation Army Navy of China now has three conventional ships, powered […]
Upgrading to first class is a most common question that passengers ask themselves during the check-in process. Whether standing at an airport kiosk or scrolling through an airline’s mobile app, passengers often notice an upgrade offer and wonder if the price is worth it. The appeal is obvious – a larger seat, more legroom, complimentary […]
Boeing had a busy 2025 with the certification processes for its long-delayed 777X program. Since flight testing resumed in January last year following a five-month grounding, Boeing has utilized all four of its test aircraft and conducted hundreds of flights across the globe. But why in the world did Boeing fly the Boeing 777X to […]
While there has generally been a lot of excitement surrounding the increased rollout of theAirbus A321XLR, few markets offer the type quite so many opportunities as the transatlantic corridor. The long-range narrowbody is perfect for long, thin routes between secondary cities in Europe and North America that have a good degree of demand, but can’t […]