Why The Boeing 787’s Gear Retraction System Is Unlike Any Other Commercial Aircraft

The landing gear on a commercial aircraft normally follows a remarkably predictable sequence after take-off – the aircraft becomes airborne, the pilots confirm a positive rate of climb, the landing…

Why Doesn’t The Boeing 737 Have Landing Gear Doors?

The Boeing 737 has a set of two wheels for its nose landing gear and two sets of two wheels for the main landing gear. This is a common layout…

Out Of Service: Delta Air Lines Boeing 737-900ER Engine Issue Forces Immediate Atlanta Return

A Delta Air LinesBoeing 737-900ER has been forced to return to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) shortly after departing for Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU) on Thursday, August 20, after experiencing…

Why Boeing Skipped EASA Approval For The 737 MAX 7 For Now

Boeing has secured US certification for the Boeing 737 MAX 7 without simultaneously pursuing European validation, a decision that reflects the aircraft’s unusually concentrated customer base rather than a rejection…

Panera MyPanera changes: Points, status and Sip Club limits

Panera Bread has overhauled its MyPanera loyalty program, replacing its previous personalized rewards system with a more straightforward points program. As of Aug. 19, MyPanera members earn points on eligible…

The 78-Inch Lie-Flat Seat That Costs 60% Less Than Business Class & Why The FAA Won’t Approve It

Founder of Zephyr Aerospace, Jeffrey O’Neill, was inspired to design a radical new seating concept for airliners as he was struggling to sleep aboard the world’s longest commercial flight. It…

The best time to apply for Amex cards based on offer history

One of the best reasons to apply for a travel rewards card is the welcome offer. By hitting certain minimum spending requirements, you can often earn tens of thousands of…

How A Hardware Store Leaf Blower Helped Boeing Unblock The 777X’s $15 Billion Certification Jam

It has been more than a decade since Boeing launched the 777X family. The planemaker launched the program with a strong order book, with roughly 250 orders and commitments from…

My first European solo trip

I’ve been lucky enough to experience all kinds of trips over the years, from a multigenerational holiday in Germany to an outdoorsy honeymoon in Madagascar. But until recently, I had…

Ground Clutter & The Doppler Notch: How A Helicopter Hides From Fighter Radar

Helicopters are highly effective and lethal war machines that have historically been utilized for various tactical purposes, such as attacking ground targets, transporting soldiers, and providing logistical support. However, under…