Why Planes Don’t Fly In A Straight Line On A Map
The next time you fly, whether domestic or international, take a look a look at the flight map. You may...
Are Windowless Airplanes on the Horizon?
When was the last time you flew in an airplane without windows? Commercial airliners today almost always have windows. It’s...
Why Can’t Planes Take Off When It’s Hot Outside?
Statistics show that roughly 50% of all flight delays are attributed to control failures or malfunctions, while 30% involve bad...
Do You Really Need to Turn Off Your Electronics When Flying?
If you’ve ever flown in a commercial airplane before, you may recall the pilot or flight attendant instructing passengers to...
Where Is the Engine Located on a Typical Commercial Jet?
Some 631 million people fly via commercial airliner teach year in the United States, according to the U.S. Bureau of...
Why Airplane Cabins Are Pressurized
Whether you’re flying in a massive Airbus A380 or a smaller regional jet (RJ), it probably has a pressurized cabin....
How to Prepare for a Long-Distance Flight
Are you planning a long-distance flight in the near future? Whether it’s across the country or Atlantic or Pacific Ocean,...
Is This Solution to Airplane Noise Complaints?
One of the most common complaints among residents living around major airports is the noise. Landings and takeoffs produce a...
If Smoking is Prohibited, Why Do Airplanes Have Ashtrays?
This is a question many air travelers ponder. In the past, it was perfectly normal for passengers to smoke cigarettes...
Are Commercial Airline Seats Too Small?
If you’ve noticed the leg space offered by commercial airlines shrinking, you aren’t alone. According to Flyers Rights, the average...
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