Swiss Plane Completes First Solar-Powered Overnight Flight
The Solar Impulse HB-SIA, a Swiss solar-powered plane, completed the first non-stop flight on solar energy after flying 26 hours and 9 minutes. It was the longest flight at the highest altitude in aviation history, Solar Impuls...
Oshkosh from 3 Feet AGL: EAA AirVenture from a Child’s Perspective
EAA's annual KidVenture inspires future aviators by bringing the thrill of flight to children of all ages.
US Airline Passengers Paid $9.2 Billion in Baggage, Other Fees in 2010
Consumers paid more than $9.2 billion in fees to U.S. airlines in 2010 for checked baggage and other services, according to a new study.
British Airways Boosts Caribbean and Florida Schedule for Summer 2011
Following better-than-expected success on its Caribbean and Florida routes in 2010, British Airways will increase service to many of these destinations for the summer of 2011.
Boeing Delivers 50th 747-8
Boeing on Wednesday announced the delivery of the 50th 747-8, a milestone in the latest generation of the so called “queen of the skies.” The 747-8 Intercontinental was delivered to Lufthansa, almost one year after ...