While the exact number varies, there are typically around 8,000 to 20,000 airplanes in the air at any given time. Some of these flights occur during the daytime, whereas others occur at night. For nighttime flights, airplanes use headlights — … Read More
One of the world’s largest aerospace manufacturing companies is developing a new airplane with flapping wings. Earlier this month, Airbus announced plans to develop small airplanes with wingtips that can flap up and down. Known as semi-aeroelastic hinge wingtips, they … Read More
You’ll probably hear a variety of different chimes when flying aboard a commercial jet. Whether it’s a domestic or international flight, most airlines use a chime system for various notifications. Unbeknownst to most passengers, however, there’s a specific purpose for … Read More
With sales for the A350 on the rise, Airbus is preparing to retire its A340. Lufthansa, for example, is currently in the process of replacing its A340 jets with the newer and more efficient A350 jets. Reports show that the … Read More
The next time you’re sitting at the airport waiting for a flight, look outside at the tarmac and you’ll probably discover two types of noses on airplanes. Some airplanes have a pointed nose, whereas others have a rounded or blunt … Read More
It’s been over four decades since humans have stepped foot on the moon. With a newfound interest on space exploration, however, that may soon change. According to Elon Musk, SpaceX could potentially send human astronauts to the moon by 2024 … Read More
A new electric airplane has taken flight over Los Angeles, California. The airplane itself isn’t anything new. Rather, it’s a six-seat Cessna Skymaster. What makes it unique, however, is its engine. Unlike most other airplanes, this Cessna Skymaster features an … Read More
Boeing has held the title of being the world’s biggest planemaker for nearly a decade. Founded July 15, 1916, the Chicago-based aerospace manufacturer is currently ranked 24 on the Fortune 500 list. Last year alone, Boeing generated over $101 billion. … Read More
If you look at the back of an airplane’s tail, you may notice a small hole in the center of it. While not found in all airplanes, most commercial airplanes have this hole in their tail. However, unless you’re familiar … Read More
