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United Airlines Cuts This 8-Hour Long-Haul Route: See Affected Flights
Are things quite as they seem? Find out here!
Saab Names No Customer, No Specs & No Timeline, But Is Moving Forward With Its New Unmanned Fighter
Saab has unveiled its concept of a very high end CCA as it works to upgrade its Gripen E and maintain its place in the fighter jet industry.
Disappears: SR-71 Pilot Explains The Real Reason Why The Blackbird Wouldn't Show Up On F-15 Radar
The early Eagle's APG-63 radar was a pulse-Doppler radar was initially not programmed to display a SR-71 closing at full speed, making it invisible.
The Striking Differences Pilots Notice Between The Airbus A330 & A350
Airbus A330 vs A350: pilots reveal the real differences in cockpit design, aerodynamics, automation, and handling between the two Airbus widebodies
Singapore Airlines Axes Airbus A380 Flights On 2 Major Routes: See Changes Now
Superjumbo flights were removed to these two places this weekend. Find out more here!
A Storm Grounded This C-17 For 17 Months Because No Supplier Would Build 1 Panel
How the USAF pioneered a new computer-aided fabrication process.
Is True That The B-36 Needs 336 Spark Plugs Changed Every Time It Came In For Service?
The B-36 still stands today as the largest, mass-produced, piston-engined aircraft ever. It features 336 spark plugs that often required changing
The US Navy's Least-Discussed Carrier Aircraft Is The One Every 6th-Gen Fighter Will Route Through
The Northrop Grumman E-2 Hawkeye is one of the most important enablers for the Navy's fighter jets and an important defense for the carrier group.
Top 5: The Largest Military Aircraft Of The Second World War
Germany and the US built some of the largest aircraft in the conflict, although many of their designs were unsuccessful.
This Aircraft Defied A 7-Month Grounding To Become The Best-Selling Widebody Last Year
Despite a global grounding and halted deliveries, the 787 became the best-selling widebody aircraft of 2025.
Israel's Boeing 707 Tanker Era Nears End: The Replacement Aircraft That Hauls Roughly 15% More Fuel
Israel's new KC-46A Gideon tankers replace aging Re'ems and provide a modern foundation for long-range airpower.
The Striking Differences Between Business Class & Premium Economy On Ultra-Long-Haul Flights
The differences go far beyond price, with business class passengers enjoying more space, better service, and lounge access.
5 Design Choices That Explain Why The F-35 & F-22 Handle Threats Completely Differently
The F-22 and F-35 share stealth technology, but five key design choices make them very different fighters.
Here's Exactly What's Left Before Boeing's 777-9 & 737 MAX 10 Enter Service In 2027
Both planes are nearing the final steps of certification.
How Lockheed Turned A Wrecked YF-12 And A Test Fuselage Into The Only SR-71C
The weirdest variant of the Blackbird.
5 Things Pilots Do Differently Once They Cross Into Oceanic Airspace
Crossing into oceanic airspace is radically different from flying over land. Here are 5 things that pilots need to do when they cross this boundary.
Watch: FlyArystan Airbus A320 Catches Fire At Almaty Airport During Maintenance
Smoke and a glow in the nose gear bay interrupted routine maintenance as emergency crews moved in quickly.
Within 50 Feet: 2 Airlink E-Jets Only Just Clear Cape Town Stadium In Viral Flyover
Flight tracking analysis revealed razor-thin margins between jet altitude readings and the stadium rooftop.
The New Luxurious Long-Haul Cabin Coming To British Airways In 2026
This unexpected choice by British Airways will dramatically transform the onboard experience for premium passengers on its flagship Airbus A380 fleet.
6 Things Pilots Check Before Flying Into Mountainous Terrain
Mountain flying leaves little room for error. These six checks can help pilots manage terrain, weather, aircraft performance, and escape options.