Breaking from the variants that came before it, the Boeing 747-8 is exclusively powered by the General Electric GEnx-2B turbofan, a close relative of the GE engine powering the popular Boeing 787 Dreamliner. To make the 747-8 economically feasible, especially important after what turned out to be disappointing sales, Boeing leaned on its 787…

2027 may be the year that both Airbus and Boeing launch new aircraft programmes, according to leading aviation lessor Avolon. The company believes a new aircraft program is imminent, predicting that we could see the launch of Airbus A220-500 or A350-2000, or, for Boeing, the 777-10X. Avolon believes these could be announced next year,…

Winter storm Fern continues to wreak havoc across the United States, with more than 15,000 flights cancelled. Airlines continue to take practical measures to limit aircraft displacement and stranded passengers, as the country is battered by frigid temperatures and heavy snowfall. Airport crews are working around the clock to keep aprons and runways clear,…

When looking at the titans of the late 20th-century widebody market, a common question arises: is it true that the twin-engine Boeing 767and the tri-jet McDonnell Douglas MD-11 use the same engine? It’s a question that many aviation enthusiasts and fleet managers alike have a real interest in because engine commonality is a primary…

The Boeing 737 MAX 7 and the 737 MAX 10 are both still waiting on certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the agency is now pushing back on the idea that regulators are the holdup. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said that the FAA has devoted a significant amount of resources to the…

The Boeing 757 is one of the most famous airliners in history, owing to its large size, excellent range, and sports-car-like performance. It’s often referred to as the « Ferrari of the skies », and pilots laud its power in particular. Not only can the 757 take off from short runways, but it also boasts excellent…

US pilots are some of the best-paid pilots in the world, typically paid better than in most countries in Europe and most other commercial airlines around the world. But how does a private pilot’s pay differ from that of commercial airlines? Commercial pilots typically benefit from unionized workplaces and seniority-based pay scales. They are…

When people talk about the “most expensive fighter jets of all time,” the conversation often becomes muddled almost immediately. Are we talking about sticker price, total program cost, or the eye-watering sums required to keep these aircraft flying for decades? Without a consistent framework, fighters from entirely different eras are routinely compared using raw…

The Boeing 757 is one of the most iconic aircraft in history. With its large size, two engines, excellent performance, and long range, the aircraft became tremendously popular in the US as well as in Europe for short-haul routes. It was also versatile, able to perform routes such as northern Europe to the Canaries…

The year 2025 saw some major changes in the landscape of aerial firepower. The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has continued to grind down the strength of the world’s second-largest air force, while next-generation prototypes were leaked in China. At the same time, the United States green-lit the development of the first sixth-generation fighter…

Alaska Airlines has u-turned its decision to ban rabbits onboard, with the Seattle-based carrier recently announcing that the bunnies will now be permitted to travel in the cabin following customer feedback. The reversal took place on January 14, now meaning that they can travel as long as they are contained in a soft-sided carrier.…

A Rossiya Airlines Boeing 747-400, which was operating a service from Magadan to Moscow under an Aeroflot flight number, aborted a takeoff at Magadan-Sokol Airport (GDX) after its left engine No.1 suffered a compressor surge. In a video shared online, this surge appears as a brief burst of flame and sparks as the jet…

Multiple people were injured at Detroit Metro Airport’s McNamara terminal on Friday evening after a vehicle smashed through glass entrance doors and plowed into a Delta Air Lines baggage check-in area. The Mercedes sedan sent glass showering over bystanders before its driver was hauled away by law enforcement. Footage of the individual being arrested…

Despite its initial promise, changing industry trends have seen the Airbus A380 become something of a white elephant, with the double-decker quadjet only selling around 250 units by the time its production came to an end. A key limiting factor in the superjumbo’s success was the limited number of airports that could handle it…

The US military steadily built up force concentrations in the Caribbean toward the end of 2025. That military buildup culminated in over 15,000 troops and 150 aircraft across the Joint Task Force that included all service branches and a US Navy carrier strike group at sea. There are many small sites where the US…

Major airlines have suspended flights to the Middle East amid heightened tensions between the United States and Iran. This includes Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, SWISS and United Airlines after US President Trump said there was a military « armada » headed for Iran. This has left thousands of passengers stranded or attempting to rebook other itineraries…

SkyMiles is the name of the loyalty program operated by Delta Air Lines. By signing up for Delta SkyMiles, you may earn miles to be used for Delta flights, you’re entitled to complimentary onboard WiFi, and your miles never expire. However, the SkyMiles program also has many more benefits that greatly enhance the ground…

A wild winter storm is set to wreak havoc on American aviation this weekend, with snow forecasted to impact areas from as far East as Massachusetts, and to the west in New Mexico. At the time of writing, more than 8,000 flights have been cancelled (according to FlightAware), including both domestic and international flights…

Southwest Airlines is currently undergoing a thorough overhaul of its brand, business model, and product. As part of this overhaul, the carrier is modifying its aircraft interiors to offer extra-legroom seating options. New Boeing 737 MAX 8s are being delivered with the new interiors, while aircraft already in the fleet are being retrofitted. As…

A two-year-old Airbus A321neo operating for United Airlines experienced an unsettling landing in Orlando last week, following reports of the aircraft damaging its front nose wheel, where it is alleged it separated from the aircraft. This will result in the aircraft remaining grounded for repair before it can re-enter commercial service. The event, widely…

Despite well over four decades of service, many airlines still manage to turn a profit on the Boeing 767, particularly those flying mid-range and high-density routes. The jet’s size, flexibility, and reliability make it ideal for such operations. However, for airlines that need it and have the ambition, the jet also has an impressive…

Anyone can sign up to become a United Airlines MileagePlus member, but this earns you few benefits. Instead, you’ll want to achieve Premier status as part of United’s MileagePlus program to begin receiving benefits. Premier status includes multiple tiers with an increasing variety of benefits, such as upgrades and complimentary bags. However, the higher…

American Airlines has come out swinging. A day after United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said he was « drawing a line in the sand » and would add “as many flights as are required” to prevent American Airlines from obtaining more gates at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), the Fort Worth-based carrier has responded. Not in…

London Heathrow Airport has introduced a sweeping change to its passenger screening process after completing the installation of next-generation CT security scanners across all terminals. The upgrade, which became fully operational this week (January 23, 2026) at a cost of $1.4 billion (£1 billion), allows travelers to pass through security without removing liquids or…

Asia is one of Air Canada’s most important long-haul markets, with its West Coast hub at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) serving as a particularly important gateway for westbound transpacific journeys. With that being said, the Canadian flag carrier and Star Alliance founding member does also fly to Asian destinations from elsewhere in the country,…

In our modern world, we are more reliant than ever on portable electronic devices such as mobile phones. While significant work has been undertaken in order to ensure that their batteries last as long as possible, the intensity of modern usage still means that they need charging fairly frequently. For passengers needing to do…

The entry into service of Air Canada’s Airbus A321XLRs is fast approaching. In the latest development, the Star Alliance member revealed that the variant will fly to London Heathrow for the first time. It currently expects to do so from Toronto. However, a couple of months ago, Halifax-Heathrow XLR flights were filed, only to…

Lie-flat business class used to be the reward for choosing a widebody aircraft. This kind of long-haul cabin was formerly reserved exclusively for twin-aisle jets. In 2026, some of the most interesting lie-flat seats in the sky will be found on a more commonplace aircraft, one that has increasingly become a core piece of…