Statistics show that roughly 50% of all flight delays are attributed to control failures or malfunctions, while 30% involve bad weather. In certain regions, however, extreme heat can cause flight delays. Many people assume that planes can handle extreme heat. … Read More

It’s no secret that SpaceX is one of the top commercial aerospace manufacturing and space transportation companies. Founded by Elon Musk in 2002, the company has focused its efforts on developing a reusable launch system. And just last year, SpaceX … Read More

Airbus has reportedly developed the world’s first autonomous midair refueling system. Of course, there are currently several midair refueling systems already in operation, most of which are used by the military. Airbus’ system differs, however, in the sense that it … Read More

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has said that it won’t regulate seat space or legroom in commercial airliners. There’s been concern among passengers in recent years regarding the ever-shrinking seat space aboard commercial airliners. To fit more passengers, many … Read More

American aerospace manufacturer Boeing has partnered with Embraer to launch a $4.75 billion joint venture. Under this new partnership, Embraer will implement many of Boeing’s processes, including manufacturing, maintenance and service options, to develop new products. It’s important to note … Read More

When was the last time you flew in an airplane without windows? Commercial airliners today almost always have windows. It’s a common feature that improves passenger comfort and satisfaction while also increasing visibility for pilots and flight attendants. However, some … Read More

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has announced the first test flight of its low-noise supersonic jet. Defined as traveling faster than the speed of speed — about 768 miles per  (mph), supersonic is incredibly fast. A typical commercial … Read More

Boeing is one step closer to making a two-hour flight trip from New York City to London a reality. Currently, a typical commercial airliner takes about seven hours to make this trip. That number could be shaved down to just … Read More

That’s what the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine believe. Statistics show that there are now more than 1 million drones in the United States. While most of these drones are used for recreational/civilian purposes, many are used for … Read More