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Video: Passenger Lets Dog Sit On Plane's Tray Table, Triggers Hygiene Debate
Social media users are divided after footage showed a passenger letting her dog sit outside its carrier during a flight
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Why Do Aeroplanes Retire, And What Happens To Them After They Stop Flying?
After aircraft are retired, they are sent to a storage facility, called 'boneyards' for inspection.
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How Do Planes Get Wi-Fi At 35,000 Feet? Here Is The Simple Answer
Ever wondered how flights keep you online mid-air? From satellites to airplane mode, here's how in-flight Wi-Fi really works at 35,000 feet.
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Pilot Reveals What Happens When You Don't Put Phones On Aeroplane Mode On Plane
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and airlines take aeroplane mode seriously due to potential safety risks.
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Freak Wind Gusts Worsened By Climate Change Threaten Airline Passenger Safety
Unexpected severe turbulence injured crew and passengers on a Qantas Boeing 737 during descent at Brisbane on May 4 2024.
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Bird-Inspired Wing Design Could Boost Performance of Aeroplanes, Claims Study
Researchers are exploring the potential of bird-inspired wing flaps to improve airplane performance. These featherlike flaps, designed to mimic the covert feathers on bird wings, could significantly enhance lift, reducing drag and improving stability. Tests show that the new design could boost lift by up to 45% and decrease drag by 31%. The flaps a...
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"Stand Ready To...": Boeing After 179 Feared Dead Jeju Air Mishap In South Korea
The US aviation giant Boeing on Sunday extended its condolences to the families of victims killed in the Jeju Air plane crash in South Korea's Muan.
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South Korea Faces Worst Aviation Disaster Amid Political Leadership Crisis
The Jeju Air plane crash at South Korea's Muan, in which 179 of the 181 people on board are feared dead, came at a time when the Asian country's government is in the middle of a full-blown political crisis.
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Air India To Give $400 Million Makeover To Over Half Of Its Fleet
Air India on Tuesday said it expects to complete the upgradation of its 27 legacy A320 neo aircraft by mid-2025, following which all its narrow body planes will have the three-class configuration of business, premium economy and economy seats.
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Why Do You Always Board Planes From Left Side? Here's The Reason
Dougie Sharpe, a TikTok creator known for sharing interesting facts, recently revealed the historical roots of this practice.
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IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Review: A Thoroughly Researched Series That Points the Finger at the System
A few technical shortcomings apart, IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack is an outstanding, genre-bending show that has set a new bar for historical adaptations. From its impeccable set designs to remarkable recreations, the Netflix original successfully captures the essence of that time and conveys the horror beyond screens. Sinha’s thorough research is ...
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Air Turbulence On The Rise Due To Climate Change, Could Become Worse: Study
Climate change may be causing an increase in airplane turbulence, which is predicted to triple in frequency between 2050 and 2080.
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Woman Accused Of Biting Attendant On New Zealand-Australia Flight
The 78-year-old will now appear in court on charges that on January 29, she bit the flight attendant after hitting another passenger in the face during a fight.
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Troublesome Chinese Planes To Go Under Hammer In Nepal: Report
State-owned Nepal Airlines has made a decision to sell Chinese planes and spare parts, which are plagued by breakdowns and a lack of pilots.
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Old Video Shows Camera Falling From Plane And Landing In Pig Pen
After falling from a moving aeroplane, the camera lands in a sizable pigpen.
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Video: Passenger Lets Dog Sit On Plane's Tray Table, Triggers Hygiene Debate
Social media users are divided after footage showed a passenger letting her dog sit outside its carrier during a flight
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Why Do Aeroplanes Retire, And What Happens To Them After They Stop Flying?
After aircraft are retired, they are sent to a storage facility, called 'boneyards' for inspection.
-
How Do Planes Get Wi-Fi At 35,000 Feet? Here Is The Simple Answer
Ever wondered how flights keep you online mid-air? From satellites to airplane mode, here's how in-flight Wi-Fi really works at 35,000 feet.
-
Pilot Reveals What Happens When You Don't Put Phones On Aeroplane Mode On Plane
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and airlines take aeroplane mode seriously due to potential safety risks.
-
Freak Wind Gusts Worsened By Climate Change Threaten Airline Passenger Safety
Unexpected severe turbulence injured crew and passengers on a Qantas Boeing 737 during descent at Brisbane on May 4 2024.
-
Bird-Inspired Wing Design Could Boost Performance of Aeroplanes, Claims Study
Researchers are exploring the potential of bird-inspired wing flaps to improve airplane performance. These featherlike flaps, designed to mimic the covert feathers on bird wings, could significantly enhance lift, reducing drag and improving stability. Tests show that the new design could boost lift by up to 45% and decrease drag by 31%. The flaps a...
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"Stand Ready To...": Boeing After 179 Feared Dead Jeju Air Mishap In South Korea
The US aviation giant Boeing on Sunday extended its condolences to the families of victims killed in the Jeju Air plane crash in South Korea's Muan.
-
South Korea Faces Worst Aviation Disaster Amid Political Leadership Crisis
The Jeju Air plane crash at South Korea's Muan, in which 179 of the 181 people on board are feared dead, came at a time when the Asian country's government is in the middle of a full-blown political crisis.
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Air India To Give $400 Million Makeover To Over Half Of Its Fleet
Air India on Tuesday said it expects to complete the upgradation of its 27 legacy A320 neo aircraft by mid-2025, following which all its narrow body planes will have the three-class configuration of business, premium economy and economy seats.
-
Why Do You Always Board Planes From Left Side? Here's The Reason
Dougie Sharpe, a TikTok creator known for sharing interesting facts, recently revealed the historical roots of this practice.
-
IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Review: A Thoroughly Researched Series That Points the Finger at the System
A few technical shortcomings apart, IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack is an outstanding, genre-bending show that has set a new bar for historical adaptations. From its impeccable set designs to remarkable recreations, the Netflix original successfully captures the essence of that time and conveys the horror beyond screens. Sinha’s thorough research is ...
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Air Turbulence On The Rise Due To Climate Change, Could Become Worse: Study
Climate change may be causing an increase in airplane turbulence, which is predicted to triple in frequency between 2050 and 2080.
-
Woman Accused Of Biting Attendant On New Zealand-Australia Flight
The 78-year-old will now appear in court on charges that on January 29, she bit the flight attendant after hitting another passenger in the face during a fight.
-
Troublesome Chinese Planes To Go Under Hammer In Nepal: Report
State-owned Nepal Airlines has made a decision to sell Chinese planes and spare parts, which are plagued by breakdowns and a lack of pilots.
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Old Video Shows Camera Falling From Plane And Landing In Pig Pen
After falling from a moving aeroplane, the camera lands in a sizable pigpen.
