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  • Mustang, Spitfire, Hurricane – The Fighters that Brought the Luftwaffe to its Knees

    Germany had the most powerful air force in Europe when the World War II started. It was a bitter truth for the Allies, forced to deal with a strong, well trained, and modern Luftwaffe (the German air force) that appeared seemingly from nowhere. For more than five years after seizing the power, Hitler managed to…

  • Top 5 Favourite Aircrafts that Made it Into Production

    A Look Into Our 5 Favourite Aircrafts that Made it Into Production Aircraft forms part of the engineering sector that is appreciated by people everywhere. The amazing variations in aircraft makes this a very exciting topic to explore and understand, it goes without saying that any form of aircraft undergoes an incredible and long process…

  • Photos – Condor Boeing 757 Aborted Takeoff FRA

    Today, a Condor Boeing 757-300 (D-ABON) aborted its takeoff from Frankfurt, Germany (FRA). Reason is still unknown but according to several eye witnesses (fellow spotter friends) it was pretty violent. Photos provided by retina-photo.net

  • Pilots May Fly Commercially to Space in 2014

    I remember being a kid and watching Han Solo sitting in the Cantina scene on Tattoine, shortly after he fried Greedo (Han definitely shot first, by the way). I remember his co-pilot, Chewie, and the old man and annoying kid that he was set to transport to Alderaan—and I remember the ship. The Millenium Falcon,…

  • Munich Airport (MUC) is producing a contemporary opera

    Munich Airport (MUC) currently produces the world premiere of the opera »This New Ocean« by composer Nélida Béjar and stage director Björn Potulski (myself). As far as we can see, this artistic venture is with few or even no equals in the aviation industry. »This New Ocean« premieres on 30 May 2014 at the Cuvilliés…

  • The Simplest Things Could Make Airlines Better

    Author Bio: Chris Oquist of Banyan Pilot Shop prefers to fly his own planes. When he does travel on commercial airlines, he prefers the best experience possible. One of the things I love most about being a pilot is that I get to fly without having to deal with commercial airliners too much. Don’t get…

  • The Pros of Electric Aircraft

    Perhaps somewhat surprisingly electric aircraft have been around for over 40 years now. Granted, the early incarnations of the 1970s were simply experimental projects but the idea has been in the public consciousness as well as research and development for a good four decades now. An electric aircraft is defined by the use of electric…

  • The Truth about Airline Crash Survivability

    For many air travelers, watching Asiana Flight 214 crash onto the runway at San Francisco airport was the realization of their worst fears. They consider those that survived to be lucky to have escaped the impact and the fire that engulfed the plane afterward. In actuality, the crash of Asiana 214 was typical of most…

  • Some Shots from FRA – HDR Images

    Submitted by Christian: Some quick shots from an Airbus A380 and another shot from Retro-Look Condor Boeing 767 with Registration D-ABUM. D-ABUM was ready for take-off and had to return from runway. One hour later, flight was started again. Images (c) http://www.retina-photo.net

  • SriLankan and JKCS launch “Evinta” at BIA for shorter check-in time

    Colombo, 17th June 2013 In view of reducing the traffic at the airport check-in counters, SriLankan Airlines and John Keells Computer Services (JKCS) jointly launched “Evinta Hand Held Check-In” at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA). Evinta Hand Held Check-In is a landmark IT innovation introduced by John Keells Computer Services (JKCS) for SriLankan Airlines Ground…

  • Etihad Airways Fleet Infographic

    This infographic presents a range of interesting information about each craft in the Etihad company’s fleet – including wing span, capacity and top speed. Etihad are also one of the Yas Marina Racing Circuit’s sponsors, so have a look at the fun comparisons between Etihad aircraft and F1 race cars.

  • Transport Options to Make the London to Gatwick Journey Simple

    So, you’ve got your holiday or business trip booked, you know when your flights are and where you are staying, but what about transport? The dreaded trip from home to the airport is probably the last thing on your mind. There are a number of options for you after all. You can drive yourself and…

  • Photos: Inside the futuristic new airport terminal in Jordan

    Last week, the brand new passenger terminal at Queen Alia International Airport was opened to the public. The facility is being marketed as the ‘spectacular new gateway to Jordan’ – a description that is reinforced by various photos of the terminal that have been issued to the media. Check out the images here: http://www.theaviationwriter.com/2013/03/photos-queen-alia-international-airport.html

  • Airport Shopping Gets Fancy Schmancy

    Not that long ago, travelers had a pretty slim selection of shopping to occupy their time during layovers at the airport. If we were lucky, we might find an overpriced and overcooked hamburger served up with iceberg lettuce and limp French fries and a soda. To keep busy in between flights, we could visit an…

  • The UK’s Top Provider of Airport Parking and Hotels

    Given the current economic climate, people are trying to economise wherever possible when taking holidays, whilst trying to maintain the expected quality of the break. One of the easiest ways to bring the price of a holiday down is by flying very early in the morning. Up With the Lark Of course, flying outside of…

  • (Vid) Let’s Go for a (Simulated) Airline Flight

    How do airline pilots stay sharp on emergency prodedures they rarely use? In a word, Simulators. Our friend Cap’n Aux (http://capnaux.blogspot.com) takes us for a ride in one.

  • The Effectiveness Of PBI and Nomex Coveralls In Jet Fuel Fires: A Summary

    Flight crews and flight crew personnel have some of the most dangerous jobs in the world. Not only do they put their lives in their own hands every time they leave the ground and take flight, but they are subject to a number of risks and liabilities involved with the operation of their equipment. For…

  • Photo – Superb Stallion

    This North American Aviation P-51B Mustang is owned by John T. Sessions and is part of his Historic Flight Foundation collection based at Paine Field in Everett, Washington. This photo was taken onboard a B-25 Mitchell Bomber, the landscape in the background is Mt. Pilchuck near Everett, Washington. John T. Sessions is at the controls…

  • Hires Photo – Flying Bulls Vought F4U-4 Corsair

    If you’re following us on Facebook, you’ve already seen this awesome photo of the Flying Bulls Vought F4U-4 Corsair (c/n 9149 / OE-EAS). Photographer Maxim Termote has now sent us his masterpiece in high resolution to be posted here! Click image to download in full size! – 12/29/12 Fullsize image removal requested by photographer. (c)…

  • P-51D Mustang Flight of Chris Thompson

    The President of Visit Florida, Chris Thompson, stopped by Fantasy of Flight and was lucky enough to catch a ride with Kermit Weeks in his P-51D Mustang, “Cripes A’ Mighty 3rd” for Aircraft of the Day demonstration. Neat HD video features some loud passes for the gathered crowd, as well as a cockpit view of…

  • Peter Jackson built Albatros D. Va flies in Florida

    Submitted by Praz Angelo Kermit Weeks takes his newly-acquired Albatros D.Va for its first flight since arriving in Florida. Built by Peter Jackson’s, The Vintage Aviator Ltd. in New Zealand, this was very likely the first flight of any Albatros in the US in a very long time!

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