Airports
Millions around the world make their way through the terminals of both International and domestic airports on a daily basis
Aircraft
This section will discuss the different types of aircraft. Cargo aircraft are used for air transport both by the military and commercially. Military surplus aircraft can be found for sale on the internet, this page discusses these aircraft.
Heritage
Airplanes may not have been around for all that long but they have already developed a sense of heritage. Being such a remarkable achievement, there are many museums dedicated to their history and the famous people who have made a name for themselves in aviation history
Latest Articles
Sherman Mills Fairchild: Aviation Inventor and Entrepreneur
June 18, 2013 by Editor
Born in Oneonta, New York, on April 7, 1896, Sherman Mills Fairchild made a major contribution to the development of the aviation industry with his many inventions. An astute businessman, Fairchild founded more than seventy companies, including the Fairchild Aviation Corporation, the parent company for many of his aviation-related firms. In addition... [Read more]
Carbon Fiber Composites in Aviation
June 4, 2013 by Editor
As the aviation industry attempts to reduce fuel costs by reducing the weight of aircraft, lightweight composite materials with extraordinary strength continue to be developed and improved. Carbon-fiber composites have been created that can match the strength of titanium and aluminum, while being much lighter in weight, to the extent that aircraft using... [Read more]
FAA Reviewing Passenger Use of Electronic Devices
May 21, 2013 by Editor
With electronic devices firmly entrenched as part of daily lives for many travelers, airlines are under pressure to allow passengers to use their tablets, laptops, smartphone, e-readers and other devices without restriction during flights. In the United States, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been working on a set of regulations to govern... [Read more]
Proposed Heathrow Expansion Debated
May 7, 2013 by Editor
As the call for the expansion of London Heathrow Airport grows more insistent, with high-profile entrepreneur Richard Branson adding his voice to the debate, resident groups that will be affected by the noise caused by an increase in air traffic are raising their objections. Representing more than five million people, the 2M Group is an all-party alliance... [Read more]
VTOL X-Plane Development Challenge
April 22, 2013 by Editor
As aviation technology continues to develop at breakneck speed, the goal of producing aircraft with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) capabilities, that can fly as fast as a fixed-wing airplane may soon become a reality. This has been achieved to some degree with the tiltrotor technology of the Bell-Boeing V-22 Osprey, where lift and propulsion are... [Read more]
How to Find a Quality Flight Training ProgramApril 17, 2013 by Paul C Guerrier
Attending flight school is a big decision. You can’t just waltz into class and grab a seat. Besides, even if you could do that, you don’t know the kind of education you’ll receive. Like any other school, not all flight schools are created equal. The knowledge and experience of the instructor will play a big role in the type of education... [Read more]
Exciting Edutainment at the National Soaring Museum
April 9, 2013 by Editor
Located at Harris Hill near Elmira (the ‘Soaring Capital of America’), New York, the National Soaring Museum was established in 1978 and is dedicated to preserving the history of motorless flight. It features an impressive collection of gliders for visitors to view, while offering a range of fun educational programs and access to computerized... [Read more]
Spotlight on Passenger Comfort at International Expo
March 26, 2013 by Editor
Taking place in Hamburg, Germany, from 9-11 April 2013, Aircraft Interiors Expo 2013 is dedicated to the aircraft interiors industry and is the largest event of its kind in the world. The expo offers the opportunity to view the latest trends in all aspects relating to aircraft interiors, including cabin interior design, in-flight entertainment, passenger... [Read more]


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