January 18th in Aviation History: A380 Unveiled, United Flt 266 Crashes Into Pacific Ocean
The Airbus A380 is unveiled, the F-4 Phantom is yanked from front-line service, Bell makes its 25,000th Helo, United Flight 266 crashes, as well as Capital Airlines Flight 20.
Gate Agents: Pawns of the Airline Industry
Their role in being the ones out front who often end up being sacrificed for those standing behind them is the reason that they are indeed the pawns of the industry.
Jet Owned by Nascar’s Jimmie Johnson Skids Off Key West Runway
A plane owned by Jimmie Johnson Racing skidded off a runway in Key West Monday night, sending four occupants to the hospital. The five-time NASCAR champion was not on board.
Round 2: F-16 Intercepts Two Planes During President’s Chicago Visit
Similar to the recent intercepts in New York, two aricraft have been intercepted by a U.S. fighter jet during Obama's recent visit to Chicago as well.
The Premium Economy Question: Is it Worth It?
Several US airlines now offer customers a Premium Economy option with more legroom and amenities. Do passengers think it's a good value? And is it effective for the airlines' bottom line? Columnist Edward Russell investigates.