What’s the Deal With the Weird Headphone Jacks in Commercial Airplanes?

It’s no secret that most audio devices use a 3.5mm jack. Whether it’s a smartphone, portable video game console, portable DVD player or even a soundbar, if an audio device supports the use of a headphone, it will likely have … Read More

Why Do Airplanes Leave Behind a White Trail in the Sky?

The next time you hear an airplane flying overhead, look up at the sky and you’ll probably notice a white trail of smoke in its wake. From small single-engine airplanes to large four-engine airplanes, all jet engine airplanes produce white … Read More

Boeing to Resume 737 MAX Production in May

After a long period of being on hiatus, Boeing is preparing to resume production for the 737 MAX. The American aerospace manufacturing company recently revealed that it’s planning to restart its 737 MAX production facilities as early as May. The … Read More

SpaceX Prepares for New Starlink Satellite Launch

SpaceX is preparing to launch a new load of Starlink satellites into Earth’s orbit. On March 18, the private aerospace manufacturing company is expected to add 60 of its small internet-beaming satellites to its Starlink network. Assuming all goes as … Read More

NASA to Develop Supersonic Jet Out of Old Military Airplanes

NASA has partnered with Lockheed Martin to develop a new supersonic jet out of old, retired military airplanes. Known as the Quiet Supersonic Transport (QueSST), it’s designed to fly faster than the speed of sound, which in case you were … Read More

SpaceX Completes 20th Dragon Resupply Mission to ISS

SpaceX has just completed its 20th resupply mission to the International Space Station (ISS) involving its signature Dragon capsule. On March 6, the private aerospace company launched the first-generation Dragon capsule from Cape Canaveral, Florida. This marked the 20th, as … Read More

5 Facts About the Boeing 777x

With the company’s 737 MAX still grounded, Boeing is working around the clock to complete the 777X. The latest generation of long-range, wide-body commercial jets developed by Boeing, the 777X is expected to shake up the commercial aviation industry. Because … Read More

5 Tips to Avoid Catching an Infectious Illness When Flying

With commercial airplanes often carrying 200 to 400 passengers, interior cabins are a haven for infection-causing germs. Whether you’re flying domestically or internationally, you’ll be exposed to many other passengers, some of whom could be sick. The thought of catching … Read More

Airbus to Retire the A380 Jet

Airbus is saying “goodbye” to its line of A380 jets. Earlier this month, the European aerospace manufacturing company announced that it was retiring the iconic jumbo-sized airliner due to insufficient sales. With certification for up to 853 passengers, the A380 … Read More