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The vast network of airlines crisscrossing the United States connects major hubs, but what about smaller towns tucked away across the country? That's where the Essential Air Service (EAS) program steps in to bridge this gap, ensuring crucial air links for communities that might otherwise be left isolated.
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Confession time: Pre-COVID, booking a flight sent shivers down my spine. The fear of a life event colliding with a non-refundable ticket loomed large. Needing to reschedule a work trip due to a sudden client meeting or a family emergency popping up meant facing hefty change fees or losing the
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Ever wished you could control nature just a little bit? Maybe turn a cloud into a rain cloud at your will, and induce rain. There's actually a science behind it, and it's called cloud seeding. Cloud seeding is a type of weather modification that aims to
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Have you ever been on a plane and seen a flash of light followed by a loud bang? While certainly startling, a lightning strike on an airplane is actually a fairly common occurrence. Modern airplanes are built to handle these jolts with minimal fuss. You might be surprised to learn
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Have you ever wondered about the unseen officers who help keep our skies safe? While Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers play a crucial role in airport security, another group of highly trained professionals operates in the air itself: Federal Air Marshals (sometimes called FAM). Who are Federal Air Marshals? Federal
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Ever reached the airport, boarding pass in hand, only to discover your identification is missing? It happens to the best of us. But can you actually fly on a domestic flight in the US without photo identification? The answer is maybe, but it's a path with extra steps,
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Have you ever looked up at a jet soaring through the clouds and thought, "Wow, that thing is massive!"? Well, get ready to have your mind blown because we're about to explore the behemoths of the skies, the airplanes that dwarf anything you've ever
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Planning a trip is exciting, but airfare costs can cast a shadow. While it may seem like buying tickets as soon as possible might be the best way to secure the seat you want, it may not be the cheapest. While there's no magic bullet, understanding buying windows
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The sight of an empty baggage carousel can send shivers down any traveler's spine. While the vast majority of checked luggage finds its way to its rightful owner, a small percentage embarks on an unexpected odyssey, leaving passengers scrambling and airlines working diligently behind the scenes. The Global
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Traveling can be stressful, as an avid traveler I'm always looking for tips and tricks to improve my experience. As I was browsing around yesterday, I came across an infographic that I felt like I had to share. Mart Virkus created quite the cool infographic with some simple
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For many, inflight entertainment is a saving grace, a portal to escape the confines of the cabin. But is Apple's Vision Pro, the tech giant's foray into augmented reality, poised to revolutionize the way we experience entertainment on board? For some I believe that Apple'
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Have you ever heard the gate agent come over the loudspeaker and say the flight is payload or weight restricted? What does that actually mean? While there are a variety of factors that go into planning a flight, and it's impossible to know exactly why a flight is