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
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 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
Have you ever wondered how pilots steer airplanes on the runway? When flying, a pilot can control an airplane by adjusting the ailerons. The pilot essentially adjusts the ailerons — flaps found on the edges of the wings — in … Read More
Have you ever walked aboard a commercial airplane, only to discover a distinct smell inside the cabin? Well, you aren’t alone. While there are dozens of different types of commercial airplanes, many of them share a similar smell. It’s a … Read More
That’s what some experts are saying. On any given, there are over 100,000 commercial flights worldwide. Like all combustion-engine vehicles, jets produce emissions as a byproduct of burning fuel, which is believed to have a harmful impact on the environment … Read More
Airbus has unveiled a futuristic new design for jets that, according to the aerospace manufacturing company, could slash fuel costs for commercial airlines by as much as 20%. Known as MAVERIC, Airbus demonstrated the new design at the Singapore Air … Read More
The once-troubled Boeing 737 jet may soon regain its wings. Earlier this month, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that it had given Boeing the green light to conduct a certification test flight for the jet. Assuming the test … Read More
The way in which consumers receive packages may soon change. Currently, most companies rely on the United States Postal Service (USPS) or a private courier service to deliver packages. Some companies, however, are exploring the use of drones to deliver … Read More
