How Airbus Aims To Reduce Carbon Emissions Using Nature-Inspired Wings
Airbus’ future commercial wings are inspired by the flight of the majestic seabird albatross.
How Composite Materials Make The Airbus A350 A Gamechanger
Using lightweight and robust composites reduces net fuel burn and minimizes maintenance costs.
How CFM LEAP Engines Enhance The Performance Of The Boeing 737 MAX
The design of the CFM LEAP engine makes it fuel-efficient.
Why Are Supersonic Engines So Complex?
Incoming air must be decelerated to subsonic speeds before entering the fan and compressor section.
Brussels Airlines Kicks Off 2023 With First SAF Delivery Via Nato Pipeline
On January 1, Brussels Airlines operated its first SAF flight from Brussels to Malaga.
Power Outage At Philippine Airports Sees Hundreds Of Flights Canceled Or Diverted
Philippine airports kick off new year’s day with halted flights and empty airspace.
Quadjet Decline: The Passenger Airlines That Retired Boeing 747s & Airbus A380s In 2022
Large operating expenses of quadjets prevent airlines from continuing to use them.
Why Takeoff Is The Most Crucial Part Of A Flight?
The aircraft must be configured appropriately for its weight, runway length, and environmental conditions.
Ryanair To Launch Boeing 737-800 Flights Between Barcelona & Copenhagen
Beginning March 28, 2023, Ryanair will use the 189-seater Boeing 737-800 to serve the new route.
How Hydrogen Compares To Jet Fuel In Terms Of Safety
The hydrogen-based fuel can be as safe as jet fuel.
How Realistic Is The Airbus’ `Fello’Fly' Formation Flight Concept?
While the practicality of the fello’fly concept is evident from the test flight, the benefits must outperform alternate fuel technologies.
Ireland's Shannon Airport To Welcome 75,000 Passengers Leading Up To New Year
Shannon Airport is ready to welcome visitors with festive lights, carols, and a 12-foot Christmas tree.
UK Festive Flights At 86% Of Pre-COVID Levels
The 2022 holiday season flights remain 14% down on pre-pandemic levels.
What Factors Determine The Performance Of A Boeing 737 MAX When Cruising?
The cruise lift-to-drag ratio determines flight performance during the cruise.
How Hot Does The Skin Of A Supersonic Aircraft Get During Flight?
The skin of a supersonic aircraft experiences temperatures upwards of 212 degrees F (100 degrees C) at Mach 2.0.
New York And New Jersey Airport Passenger Volumes Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels
The 11-million passenger count for November brings the Port Authority airports to pre-pandemic levels.
How The Airbus A350’s Wing Performance Contributes To Its Outstanding Fuel Economy
The Airbus A350’s wing area, aspect ratio, and sweep angle are the most significant contributors to its net fuel burn.
What Are The Major Challenges Of Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft?
Hydrogen storage, supply chain, and infrastructure challenges have to be overcome before hydrogen-powered aircraft become a reality.
How Various Surfaces On Modern Airliners Achieve Laminar Airflow
Modern airliners use specialized surface materials, coatings, and contours to achieve laminar flow on critical surfaces.
Why Did Boeing's Proposed Supersonic 2707 Airliner Fail?
The proposed supersonic airliner could carry nearly 300 passengers at speeds nearing Mach 3.