NASA to Launch Star-Studying Balloon Into the Stratosphere.

In an effort to learn more about stars, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is planning to launch a massive balloon into the stratosphere. Known as ASTHROS, it will carry a high-tech telescope that’s capable of peering into the … Read More

NASA Renews Partnership With Boeing for ISS Support

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has renewed its partnership with Boeing to provide services involving International Space Station (ISS) missions. In July 2020, the U.S.-based aerospace manufacturing company announced plans to support NASA’s ISS missions through 2024. With … Read More

6 Facts About the Boeing 747

The Boeing 747 is one of the most iconic jets in the history of commercial aviation. Introduced in 1970 with Pan American World Airways, it’s a large wide-body jet developed by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Since then, Boeing has built over … Read More

The Rise of Tinted Windows in Airplanes

Airplanes are designed with windows to provide a more comfortable and enjoyable flying experience for passengers. Like the windows in a car or truck, they allow passengers to observe their surroundings while traveling. While some airplanes use traditional pull-down shades … Read More

Boeing Completes Recertification Test Flights of 737 MAX

Boeing has completed a series of recertification test flights involving its 737 MAX airliner. Since March 2019, of course, the 737 MAX has been grounded. Aviation authorities around the world removed Boeing’s airliner from service following several incidents. Now that … Read More

5 Fun Facts About Airplane Tires

Although they spend most of their time in the air — at least when they are moving — airplanes require tires to take off, land and move across the runway. Airplanes don’t just use automotive-grade tires, though. Due to their … Read More

Boeing 777 Celebrates Its 25th Birthday

The Boeing 777 has just celebrated its 25th birthday, which in the world of aviation, is a major milestone. The 777, of course, is a wide-body jet developed by the U.S. aerospace manufacturing company Boeing in the 1990s. It took … Read More

Boeing Steps up Cleaning and Sanitation Practices to Attract More Passengers

Boeing has created a new set of cleaning and sanitation protocols. Known as Travel Confidently With Boeing, the initiative seeks to ease passengers’ concerns over airborne infections. Since the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the combination of government-imposed restrictions along with passengers’ … Read More

How High Can Airplanes Really Fly?

Commercial airplanes are designed to fly at specific altitudes. After taking off, it may take a pilot just 10 minutes to reach this “cruising” altitude. The pilot will then maintain this altitude until he or she prepares to land. From … Read More