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The Real Reason Why Airlines Can’t Sue Engine Manufacturers For Making Engines That Fail

The Real Reason Why Airlines Can’t Sue Engine Manufacturers For Making Engines That Fail

A clear message from the IATA to today's builders.

Luke Diaz 1 month ago
Why RAF Typhoon Pilots Are Walking Away From $83,881 Salaries For Commercial Cockpits

Why RAF Typhoon Pilots Are Walking Away From $83,881 Salaries For Commercial Cockpits

The Royal Air Force is a prime hunting ground for commercial airlines, which presents an issue for readiness and possibl...

Christian P. Martin 1 month ago
5 Commercial Aircraft Programs Boeing And Airbus Cancelled

5 Commercial Aircraft Programs Boeing And Airbus Cancelled

Over time, numerous aircraft variants have been proposed, but many of these were never built. Were they too ambitious? O...

Nick Pisters 1 month ago
Here's Where All The Aluminum Goes After A Commercial Aircraft Crashes

Here's Where All The Aluminum Goes After A Commercial Aircraft Crashes

Discover the path of the aluminum from a crashed airplane through the forensic hold, through the sorting yard, the smelt...

Antonio Di Trapani 2 months ago
Airbus Vs. Boeing: Which Has The Greatest Global Presence?

Airbus Vs. Boeing: Which Has The Greatest Global Presence?

Airbus and Boeing are the world's two largest commercial aircraft manufacturers.

Justin Foster 9 months ago
End Of An Era: How The Boeing 777-300ER Revolutionized Commercial Aviation

End Of An Era: How The Boeing 777-300ER Revolutionized Commercial Aviation

The aircraft that connected continents and redefined efficiency takes its final bow, marking the end of an era.

Analesha Little 9 months ago
Hot Section Plus: Pratt & Whitney Reveals New Aftermarket Upgrade For GTF Engines

Hot Section Plus: Pratt & Whitney Reveals New Aftermarket Upgrade For GTF Engines

Pratt & Whitney has rolled out a 'GTF in a box' upgrade kit.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
SkyTeam Airlines' Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Business Class Cabins Compared

SkyTeam Airlines' Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Business Class Cabins Compared

A total of 10 SkyTeam alliance members operate Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.

Prachi Patel 1 year ago
How Boeing Names Its Commercial Planes

How Boeing Names Its Commercial Planes

Boeing’s 7X7 code, born with the 707, is the basis for every name of every jet they make - but why?

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
What Is The Most Efficient Commercial Aircraft In The World Today?

What Is The Most Efficient Commercial Aircraft In The World Today?

Advances in engine and aerodynamics have increased the efficiency of aircraft in recent years.

Peter Hanson 1 year ago
Are There Any Airbus A318s Still Flying?

Are There Any Airbus A318s Still Flying?

How many Airbus A318s are still being used today, and which operators are using them?

Peter Hanson 1 year ago
Why Would You Choose To Fly On A Smaller Private Jet?

Why Would You Choose To Fly On A Smaller Private Jet?

The pros and cons of small private business jets.

Steve Miller 1 year ago
Sustainable Flight: Which Electric Aircraft Have Been Introduced?

Sustainable Flight: Which Electric Aircraft Have Been Introduced?

The aircraft of the future?

Patricia Green 1 year ago
Airbus Names Commercial Aircraft CEO Successor

Airbus Names Commercial Aircraft CEO Successor

Airbus announced that the current chief executive of MTU Aero Engines would become the new CEO of its Commercial Aircraf...

Simple Flying Editorial Team 1 year ago
When & Why Do Airliners Get Intercepted Inflight?

When & Why Do Airliners Get Intercepted Inflight?

Interceptions can occur for many different reasons.

Alexander Mitchell 1 year ago
By The Numbers: 5 Figures That Emphasize The Scale Of Commercial Aviation In The US

By The Numbers: 5 Figures That Emphasize The Scale Of Commercial Aviation In The US

Hundreds of billions into the economy and more than ten million jobs are just some of the many impressive numbers.

Sruti Kafle 1 year ago
Do Commercial Aircraft Have Ignition Keys?

Do Commercial Aircraft Have Ignition Keys?

Naturally, starting up a commercial aircraft is more complex than starting a car.

Vyte Klisauskaite 2 years ago
Airbus Delivers 67 Aircraft To 40 Customers In June 2024

Airbus Delivers 67 Aircraft To 40 Customers In June 2024

The company’s performance so far this year exceeds the number of deliveries recorded in 2023.

Channing Reid 2 years ago
History: 5 Notable 1st Flights In Transatlantic Aviation

History: 5 Notable 1st Flights In Transatlantic Aviation

Commercial aviation has come a long way.

Dr. Omar Memon 2 years ago
Top 5: The Largest Airshow Orders Of All Time

Top 5: The Largest Airshow Orders Of All Time

A look at some of the most significant aircraft commitments airlines have made over the years.

Channing Reid 2 years ago