Bombardier CSeries Scores 15-Plane Order from Turkey’s AtlasJet
Bombardier has received a letter of intent from AtlasJet to purchase 10 CS300 aircraft, with options to receive five more of the jets, the companies announced today. The deal is valued at up to $1.18 billion for all 15 aircraft...
Qantas Begins Flights Between Sydney and Dallas, Longest 747 Route Ever
Qantas commenced its latest route on Sunday, connecting Sydney to Dallas Ft. Worth. At nearly 7500 nautical miles, it is the longest regularly scheduled 747 route ever operated.
Pilotspotting: The Art of Recognizing a Pilot On Sight
My friends are in awe when I’m usually correct and then I’ll verify by asking “So, what do you fly?” They’ll ask how I knew they were a pilot, but I don’t like to reveal my secrets.
United Announces Second 787 Dreamliner Route: Denver-Tokyo
United Airlines announced Tuesday that it will launch daily flights between Denver and Tokyo using its new Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft.
Gone Gliding – Part One
Glider pilots try to copy the birds when we’re centering on a thermal – a nice tight turn, feeling the lift happening from a wing lift or a bounce.