2013-02-12 06:08
Of all the airplanes I have flown on, the Boeing 747-400 is still “The King Of The Sky” in my opinion. Being on one reminds me of the “Glory Days” of f… Read More
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2012-06-04 12:11
Having spent most of my life in and around aviation, I have been given opportunities to see and do things that others are not so fortunate to experience. Headed west, I get a chance… Read More
2011-01-10 22:22
For years, many have believed that Southwest has "padded" their on time arrival and departure data. Regardless of what SWA or any other airline might do, the DOT on-time stats… Read More
2011-01-07 16:02
Winter months with the constant threat of snow and ice is the time of the year when weather can greatly affect your travel plans. However, understanding a bit of airline winte… Read More
2010-11-27 23:17
My trip to Antarctica begins with a flight on American Airlines from Miami, Florida to Buenos Aires, Argentina. This evening’s flight is on a Boeing made 777 which is an… Read More
2010-11-16 15:28
It has often been said in aviation circles that a landing is nothing more than a controlled crash and to a certain extent that is true. Although passengers might disagree, mos… Read More
2010-11-16 15:28
It has often been said in aviation circles that a landing is nothing more than a controlled crash and to a certain extent that is true. Although passengers might disagree, mos… Read More
2010-11-10 20:46
Despite recent articles in popular magazines like Reader’s Digest, there are no “35 Secrets Your Pilot Won't Tell You” that should change the way you fly or prevent… Read More
2010-11-10 20:46
Despite recent articles in popular magazines like Reader’s Digest, there are no “35 Secrets Your Pilot Won't Tell You” that should change the way you fly or prevent… Read More
2010-09-25 18:55
Having to attend a “Mandatory 40th Birthday Party” in Richmond, Virginia, I am flying Jet Blue direct from Ft. Lauderdale airport. Flight 1282 scheduled to leave a… Read More
2010-09-14 07:31
In recent weeks most US Airlines have reported record load factors for air travel. For August 2010, Southwest Airlines reported a rise in traffic along with a 15 to 16% incre… Read More
2010-09-10 14:26
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2010-09-10 14:22
` With down time while working in Providence, Rhode Island, I get the opportunity to fly Cape Air to Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. What an experience! Chec… Read More
2010-09-02 05:51
According to a USA TODAY analysis of federal accident analysis, flaws in flight simulator training help trigger some of the worst airline accidents in the past decade. I beg to diffe… Read More
2010-08-18 19:53
As one of only two passengers going to Providence, Rhode Island from Martha's Vineyard, I am in for a treat. Returning to Martha's Vineyard Airport (MVY) on Bus No.9… Read More
2010-08-16 19:47
While attempting to make a landing early Monday morning at San Andres Island, an Aerovias de Integracion Regional SA Boeing 737 was involved in an unfortunate accident. San A… Read More
2010-08-12 05:28
It is unfortunate that it takes a frustrated and abused employee with courage to expose what most in the airline and service industry have known and dealt with for years. Customers c… Read More
2010-08-09 18:33
As of August 1st Spirit Airlines now charges it's passengers for carry on luggage. Despite politicians like Democratic Senator Charles Schumer of New York meddling, Spirit has gone a… Read More
2010-08-09 18:30
A simple answer would be, hopefully very safe and carefully. However, in reality to do so requires a lot of planning and experience. Arriving at the airplane, pilots must com… Read More
2010-07-26 22:21
After causing a minor security breach coming from the airport parking building, I quickly return to airport terminal. A brief check of the departure display board and I proce… Read More
2010-07-23 23:56
In a decision that may eventually help reduce airport congestion and delays, a US Court of Appeals ruled that airports can impose varying landing fees throughout the day at co… Read More
2010-07-20 22:05
I sense that there is a belief among many that airlines have done less than nothing to avoid “tarmac horror stories”. This belief goes along with the logic that “T… Read More
2010-07-16 17:17
Depending on the airplane and/or airline that you will be flying to your destination, the combined years of flying experience of your flight crew can be from as little as 4 ye… Read More
2010-07-16 17:05
Many people have concerns that they may find themselves trapped on an airplane for extended periods of time even with the new Passenger's Bill of Rights. … Read More
2010-07-13 00:11
I am told about a recent event that highlights the problems and misunderstandings of the new passengers bill of rights. With a mechanical delay, it was decided to deplane abou… Read More
2010-07-11 13:42
While checking in for a recent flight to Madrid, I discover my camera case with about $800.00 worth of camera equipment is missing. In a p… Read More
2010-07-08 05:04
Sometimes passengers become concerned that their flight might be canceled. Unfortunately, this usually leads to a lot of misconceptions about airline flight cancellations in general… Read More
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