Crosswind Landings: Not As Scary As They May Seem
Crosswind landings may look dramatic or even unsafe. In reality, they are being performed by highly skilled pilots in a constantly changing environment. NYCAviation columnist David Williams examines various crosswind techniques...
Salmon Thirty Salmon Returns to Alaska Airlines Fleet This Fall
Following a brief hiatus, this July Alaska Airlines will once again be able to claim the world's largest flying salmon, and it'll be even bigger than the last one.
VIDEO: Space Shuttle Endeavor Makes Last Night Launch
What do you mean you weren't up at 4am to watch the launch? Well we have the video right here for you, as Endeavor heads into orbit on what was the final night launch before the Space Shuttle's pending retirement this fall.
Tiny Airports Take Off With Stimulus
The Federal Aviation Administration has now allocated all of its $1.1 billion in stimulus money for airport improvements. But the complex set of rules laid out in the recovery act has led to some counterintuitive results: The b...
Misused Aviation Terms, Part 1: Airlines and Accidents
Many terms are thrown around, whether it be by avgeeks, the news media or general public, that have official definitions aside from what is socially thought.