Anas Ali

While boarding an aircraft, you must have seen two pilots inside the cockpit, busy at work preparing the flight for departure. But why is it called a cockpit? Why not a flight deck? What’s the difference between the two? Why Is A Cockpit Called A Cockpit? It is not exactly clear where the term originated,...

In the mid-nineties, people used to think that flying cars would be a reality in the distant future. Even Henry Ford, the founder of Ford automobiles, said in 1940: “Mark my words: A combination [of an] airplane and motorcar is coming. You may smile, but it will come.” So, in 2022, has Ford’s prediction really...

Clapping after the plane lands has been a divisive issue from the start. Some people think that clapping after an aircraft lands is perfectly fine, whereas others consider and rude, annoying, and tacky. But what’s the history behind clapping when an airplane lands? And, can pilots hear passengers clap in the cabin? People clap when...

Modern airports are massive places with a confusing maze of taxiways. Some airports are really congested and pilots have to be extra careful while taxiing around. Thankfully, pilots have several aids to help them navigate ranging from taxiway lighting and signs to high-tech solutions such as moving map displays. If an aircraft is moving by...