2006: A Year in Review
Ah what a year it has been, its been year of ups, downs, roundabouts, flip flops, and OIL! We began the year with the final departure of Independence Air, the little airline that couldn't, or should we say couldn't make a profit.
Turbulence: Everything You Need to Know, Part 2
Patrick Smith delves into wake turbulence, explaining the various factors behind this airborne phenomena and how pilots protect against the dangers of wake upsets.
What Happens Behind the Cockpit Door?
Passengers often wonder what goes on behind the closed door of the cockpit. Ericka Armstrong provides a glimpse into what pilots are doing during each phase of flight.
JetBlue Interline Agreement with LAN Airlines to Extend Carriers’ Reach Across the Americas
A new deal JetBlue Airways signed with LAN Airlines will allow travelers to book connecting flights between the carriers on flights to and from New York's JFK Airport and South America.
Captain: A Double-Edged Sword
By the simple act of firing one of their own for keeping passengers alive, they have brought the wrath of an entire industry into an incident which wouldn't normally get a second look.