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On This Day in Aviation History: November 10th

British Airways Concorde G-BOAD makes its last flight to JFK in 2003, Southern Airways Flight 49 is hijacked, Russian Lunokhod 1 is launched, the first European flight over one minute and more...
by Phil Derner Jr.

 
 

Plane Crashes: The Media S***storm

What message is the mainstream media sending to the public after an event like plane crash, and why?
by Phil Derner Jr.
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The Logbook: Nudity, Alcohol, and Aviation Apparently Do Not Mix

The United Airlines pilot arrested for drinking this past November has pleaded guilty, British say body scanners violate child pornography laws, Mesa Airlines declares bankruptcy, a Lear 35 crashes in Chicago and a 727 crashes ...
by Phil Derner Jr.

 

 

On This Day in Aviation History: December 26th

A big day for the Russians, as Aeroflot begins Il-86 flights, the Tu-144 begins operations, and the first Soviet flight exceeding the sound barrier.
by Phil Derner Jr.

 
 

PHOTOS: Jetblue Unveils New 10th Anniversary Scheme

JetBlue has today unveiled what is their most unique and colorful paint scheme ever to celebrate their 10th anniversary! They also introduced their newest tail-fin that will adorn freshly painted and new aircraft.
by Phil Derner Jr.