INFORMATIONALMar 28, 2024Top 6 NASCAR Drivers Who Became PilotsA surprising number of NASCAR drivers are either pilots during or after their motorsports careers. The collaboration makes sense as both flying and driving are high-octane activities. Here are some of the most notable driver-pilots. Read More →
INFORMATIONALMar 22, 2024The Strange Rituals and Superstitions of Flight Crews and PassengersPeople worldwide practice their superstitious rituals daily, with aviation being no exception. For multiple reasons, these rituals can occur before, during, or after a flight.Read More →
INFORMATIONALMar 19, 2024Understanding Aviation Law for Pilots and Passengers Have you ever wondered what your right as a passenger are when flying? What rules do pilots and airlines have to follow? This article covers all that and more. Read More →
STORIESMar 18, 2024Remembering David E. Harris: The First African American Commercial Airline PilotOn March 8, the aviation industry was saddened by the loss of David E. Harris (1934-2024), the first African-American pilot to receive the title of captain at a major US commercial airline in 1964. The Columbus, Ohio-born Harris had a storied career in the United States Air Force before switching to a commercial airline in the mid-1960s, when he was fighting through barriers regarding race. Read More →
STORIESMar 15, 2024Catching Fire After Takeoff and No Evacuation: Saudia Flight 163On August 19, 1980, Saudia Flight 163 took off from Riyadh International Airport in Saudi Arabia. What seemed like a normal flight started taking a turn for the worst when the crew received warnings of smoke from the cargo compartment. The flight crew declared an emergency and returned to Riyadh, landing 28 minutes after takeoff.Read More →
NEWSMar 13, 2024No Pilot's License Required: LIFT Aircraft's Service Allows Passengers to Rent Personal Aircraft for One RideLIFT Aircraft, an American electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) company, recently launched the world's first eVTOL pay-per-flight experience. This experience allows regular passengers to fly their own personal electric aircraft without buying one. LIFT announced the service launch alongside a live broadcast flight of its aircraft, HEXA, on ABC's Good Morning America (GMA). Read More →
NEWSMar 10, 2024Batik Air Pilots Fell Asleep Mid-Flight, Indonesian Authorities RevealIndonesian authorities found that a Captain and First Officer fell asleep for almost 30 minutes on a Batik Air domestic flight.Read More →
NEWSMar 10, 2024FAA Invests $13.5 Million in Schools to Develop Future Aviation ProfessionalsA new grant program from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants $13.5 million to 32 schools for aviation education to increase the attraction of train students for careers such as pilots and aviation maintenance technicians. The aim is to assist economically deprived areas.Read More →
NEWSFeb 20, 2024JFK-Bound Flight Returns to Toronto After Fire Breaks Out in Cockpit, Pilot Declares 'Mayday' on RadioAn Endeavor Airlines Bombardier CRJ-900 operating flight 4826 between Toronto (YYZ) and New York (JFK) was forced to return to YYZ after declaring an emergency. The pilot returned due to a "burnt electrical smell" in the regional jet's cockpit. After landing at YYZ, the CRJ-900 was checked by firefighters for any potential fire damage before the flight was escorted to its gate by fire trucks. Read More →
NEWSJan 23, 2024Aviation Accidents and Fatalities Reached Record Low in 2023Aviation's history is intertwined with risk, with tragedies that challenged the industry's confidence in conquering the skies. However, aviation achieved a major milestone in 2023, supporting the tireless pursuit of safety in the skies. With zero major commercial jet crashes in 2023, it is a testament to countless individuals' relentless efforts, from engineers crafting ever-more sophisticated aircraft to pilots honing their skills in rigorous training programs.
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