Boeing’s highly anticipated CST-100 Starliner, or what’s more commonly known simply as Starliner, has safely returned to Earth. On Dec. 22, the American aerospace manufacturing company’s capsule made a graceful landing in a sandy New Mexico desert. Of course, the … Read More
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a bulletin highlighting safety concerns for windows on certain Gulfstream airplanes. According to the bulletin, the FAA has received reports of windows cracking or otherwise failing on Gulfstream’s G-1159A (G-III), G-IV, GIV-X, … Read More
Have you ever stepped aboard a commercial airplane, only to discover the cabin is uncomfortably cold? While cabin temperatures vary, it’s not uncommon for commercial airplanes to maintain a chilly environment of 66 degrees to 68 degrees Fahrenheit. As a … Read More
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has unveiled a powerful new rocket that may soon be used to transport astronauts to the moon and International Space Station (ISS). Earlier this month, NASA showcased its highly anticipated Space Launch System … Read More
Just in time for the holidays, SpaceX has successfully completed a supply delivery mission to the International Space Station (ISS). On Dec. 8, the private aerospace manufacturing company’s Dragon capsule latched onto a robotic coupling arm extending out from the … Read More
While flying is undoubtedly safer than driving, neither it nor any other method of transportation is free of accidents. Statistics show, in fact, that approximately 13,000 airplanes in the United States are struck by birds each year. The good news … Read More
Do you feel cramped when flying on airplanes? You certainly aren’t alone. Over the past few decades, commercial airlines have gradually reduced the amount of legroom in their seats. With less legroom, commercial airlines can fit more passengers on their … Read More
At any given time, there are roughly 10,000 airplanes in the skies. Some of these airplanes are small, whereas others are larger with the ability to accommodate more passengers and crew members. Regardless, the majority of airplanes now consist primarily … Read More
As one of the world’s leading aerospace manufacturing companies, Airbus knows a thing or two about designing fuel-efficient jets. It’s pioneered over a dozen highly efficient commercial jets, some of which include the A220, A300, A310, A318, A319, A320, A321, … Read More
