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Take a peek next time you're strapped into your airplane seat – you might spot a curious relic of the past tucked away by the lavatory door: an ashtray. It seems strange, doesn't it? Smoking on airplanes has been a major no-no for decades, so why are
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Ever booked a flight with a long layover and wished you could ditch the airport for a taste of the local culture? Well, with stopovers, you can! This clever travel hack lets you transform a boring wait into an exciting mini-adventure, all without the need for a separate ticket. Understanding
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The cockpit of a commercial airliner is a dream job for many – adventure, travel, and the responsibility of piloting a magnificent machine. But let's face it, financial security is also a major factor. So, if you're considering a career as a commercial airline pilot in the
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A decade has cast a long shadow since Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 vanished on March 8th, 2014. The Boeing 777, carrying 239 souls on a routine journey from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, inexplicably disappeared from radar screens, leaving behind a gaping wound in the hearts of families and an indelible
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For frequent flyers, airline miles are a gateway to dream vacations and luxurious upgrades. But for budget-conscious travelers, the question arises: should you invest in buying airline miles? The Allure of Buying Miles * Bridge the award gap: Stuck a few thousand miles short of your dream trip? Buying miles can
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A Twitter/X user posted a video showing a very drunk looking passenger having an altercation with a flight attendant. That passenger ended up headbutting that flight attendant before being thrown to the ground and subdued by the crew. While the headbutt did not look to have injured the flight
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The recent wave of checked bag fee hikes by airlines isn't just a bump on the travel road, it's a full-blown detour into frustration and financial strain for passengers. While airlines paint it as a necessary evil to counter rising costs, the reality is far more
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For frequent flyers, the age-old question of window or aisle seat sparks endless debate. Both options boast devoted supporters, each touting their own set of advantages and drawbacks. But which side truly reigns supreme? The answer, as always, lies in the eye (or should we say, travel style) of the
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In 2011, the air travel landscape was marred by harrowing tales of passengers stranded on tarmacs for hours on end, enduring dehydration, discomfort, and simmering frustration. This outcry spurred the creation of the Enhancing Airline Passenger Protections rule, more popularly known as the Three-Hour and Four-Hour Tarmac Rule. This regulation
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For air travel, winter isn't a season of cozy nights; it's a demanding ballet of meticulous operations amidst challenging weather conditions. From icing to reduced visibility, snowstorms present a complex array of hazards that necessitate robust safety protocols and exceptional pilot skill. The Icing Threat Icing
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A Delta Connection CRJ, operated by Endeavor Air, seems to have declared an emergency into Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport late afternoon Friday after what seems like a fire or smoke event inside the aircraft while on approach. This story was picked up by a Twitter (X) user who posted
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This one came across my YouTube feed recently, and it made me angry on behalf of the air traffic controller. There is a certain etiquette when speaking on a frequency between pilots and air traffic controllers, and it's not just for fun. It's for safety! Every