Simultaneous Record Holder: The Life & Times Of US Aviation Pioneer Ruth Nichols
Ruth Nichols was a remarkable pilot who set many world records.
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Southwest Execs Lose Out On Bonuses Due To December Meltdown
Executives at Southwest Airlines have had to pay the price for last year's scheduling meltdowns as their bonuses have been severely diluted.
How Does A Pilot's Pre-Flight Journey Through An Airport Differ From That Of A Passenger?
Ever wondered how a pilot works through an airport to report for duty? A pilot answers with an inside look at the process.
American Airlines Philadelphia Pilot Union Leader Advises New Recruits That They Are Better Off At Delta
With junior pilots encouraged to work for Delta Air Lines, tensions over pay rises are starting to turn ugly in the public eye.
New Zealand Pilots Urge Investigation Into Auckland Airport Following Flooding
The country's pilot association is seeking answers.
Hawaiian Airlines Pilots Accept New Offer
The agreement delivers a 16.6% pay increase and brings more schedule flexibility.
Why Aircraft Radio & Communications Failures Are Incredibly Rare
A brief overview of the communications systems on aircraft.
Southwest Airlines Lowers Minimum Hour Requirement For Pilots
Southwest Airlines hopes the new rule will enable the carrier to quicken its pilot recruitment to keep up with its schedule.
How Have Pilots' Headsets Changed Over The Years?
Modernization of headset technology has helped with more than just sleeker designs.
Fight Breaks Out Between Several Passengers On GOL Boeing 737 To Sao Paulo
This past Thursday, a fight occurred between two families on a GOL Airlines flight concerning a seating arrangement.
Iberia's Air Nostrum Pilots Vote To Strike Indefinitely
A date for the strike has yet to be revealed.
PSA Extends Hiring Incentives For New Pilots
The race to win regional airline pilots continues.
Copa Airlines Pilots Avoid Strike And Reach New Deal
Improvements to pilots’ pay and conditions have resulted in the planned industrial action being called off.
JetBlue Pilots Get 21.5% Raise In New Contract
The airline's pilots will see the salary hike over the next 18 months.
Why Are Laser Attacks So Dangerous For Pilots?
An explanation of the severity of laser encounters.
Compagnie Africaine Aviation Airbus A320 Loses Part Of Its Elevator On Departure
A CAA A320 lost most of its left elevator on departure; despite the structural failure, the pilots chose to continue the flight.
What Happens When An Aircraft's Engine Fails: A Pilot's Perspective
An engine failure in a multi-engine aircraft is a rare event. However, it can still happen.
How Do Pilots Deal With Ear Popping?
Many techniques help pilots to cope with ear popping.
Wow: Captains With As Little As 4.5 Months Seniority Are Getting To Fly Delta's Boeing 757/767
Aircraft captains are getting younger as the industry welcomes a raft of new recruits.
Air Inter Flight 148: The Story Of The Airbus A320's Third Hull Loss
The crash uncovered deadly flaws in regulations, cockpit design, and human nature.