Aviation Blog

Air Tahiti’s all-business ATR 72-600 has 26 seats for 1-hour hops to Bora Bora, and its delivery from France to Tahiti takes 8 flights and 14,400 miles.

Chuck Yeager was a WWII ace, the first pilot to fly faster than sound and the man who trained astronauts he could never join. His full flying life.

What do police helicopters do? They track suspects, find missing people and take over car chases. Here is the gear they carry and what an hour costs.

Qantas bed bugs bit passengers on the Perth-Rome 787 flight QF5. Why airlines stopped gassing planes, and what 100+ inspections of infested jets found.

The Russian Navy in 2026: every ship and submarine class ranked by fighting value, with hull counts, Black Sea war losses and a carrier that never sails.

Hot air balloon crafts for kids: 25 easy ideas using paper plates, tissue paper, cupcake liners and more, with materials and step-by-step tips.

USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) is the third Nimitz-class carrier, named for a congressman who watched it launch at 96. Its history, missions and 2026 status.

The Brazilian Air Force in 2026: every aircraft it flies, from 11 Gripen fighters and 34 aging F-5s to the KC-390, Super Tucanos and E-99 radar jets.

Business class vs premium economy compared for 2026: bed vs recliner, seat width, lounges, bags and the fare gap, with a clear verdict on which to book.

How many planes does American Airlines have? 1,609 as of June 30, 2026: 1,030 mainline jets and 579 American Eagle regional jets, broken down.