World’s First Jet Plane Takes Off in Nazi Germany: July 18 in Aviation History
The world's first jet plane makes its first flight, John Glenn is born, the first female 747 captain takes off, and more.
Check Out Air New Zealand’s New Hobbit-Themed Boeing 777
Air New Zealand has unveiled a Boeing 777-300ER wearing paint inspired by “The Hobbit.”
COMMENTARY: Have Pillow, Will Travel (As Long As You’re a Girl)
Let’s talk for a minute about pillows. I’m vexed and perplexed by the widespread phenomenon of teenage girls carrying giant fluffy pillows onto airplanes.
Poland to Launch its Own Investigation of President Kaczynski Plane Crash
Poland has announced that it will conduct its own probe to determine the causes of last year's plane crash in Russia, which killed 96 people including Polish President Lech Kaczynski.
March 8th in Aviation History: Charles De Gaulle Airport Opens for Service, First Woman Receives Pilot License
Cebu Pacific begins operations, Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport opens for flights, Raymonde de Laroche becomes the first woman to receive a pilot's license, and more...