Summer travel season is here. Maybe you’re already planning your next getaway, passport in hand and boarding pass at the ready. But as you buckle up, do you ever wonder about the folks up front—the ones guiding that giant metal bird through the sky? From nail-biting moments to strange nicknames, pilot stories are often as… Read More »
Commercial flights are bad enough when you have to deal with dozens to hundreds of people crammed in a metal tube. When people talk of a bad flight, it is mostly because of bad weather, sitting next to a noisy neighbor, or having to deal with screaming children on board. Add a barking dog or… Read More »
The world of aviation is not just about traveling from one destination to another. It’s a realm filled with peculiar stories and fascinating facts that often fly under the radar. From unique airline services to the surprising impact of flying on our senses, here are six intriguing aspects of airlines that you might not know.… Read More »
In 1981, American Airlines introduced the “lifetime unlimited AAirpass” at a cost of $250,000, which would be equivalent to around $870,000 in today’s currency. This exclusive pass granted lifetime access to unlimited first-class flights, and an additional companion pass could be obtained for an extra $150,000. The airline hoped that this initiative would generate substantial… Read More »
There is a group of 737 aircraft operated by “Janet Airlines”, a highly classified airline that shuttles military personnel and contractor employees to and from Area 51. The aircraft are generally unmarked, aside from a red cheatline along the windows of the aircraft. The post There is a group of 737 aircraft… appeared first on… Read More »
The 747 airliner has a hump because Boeing was convinced that future supersonic aircraft would eventually make it obsolete as a passenger plane. The raised cockpit allowed for a hinged nose so the 747 could continue being marketable as a cargo carrier. Today, the 747 as a passenger plane is steadily replaced by twin-engine aircrafts… Read More »
2% of airline luggage is either lost or unclaimed. If airlines are unable to reunite baggage with their owners, they legally own it after 90 days and sell it to the Unclaimed Baggage Center in Scottsboro, Alabama, which receives 7000 new items per day. The post 2% of airline luggage is either lost… appeared first… Read More »