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Trijet aircraft designs were once a popular choice for aircraft manufacturers during the mid-20th century. The design made it possible to add three engines instead of four without sacrificing safety or performance. These are the best triple engined airplanes ever made. Some of the best aircraft ever produced were trijet aircraft, such as the Boeing […]
Though not as famous as some of their more established competitors such as Piper and Beechcraft, both Cirrus and Mooney still produce aircraft loved by pilots and avgeeks the world over. But which is better? Both companies have decades-long strong track records of producing aircraft. Whilst neither manufacturer has ever grown large enough to join […]
It’s a common sight to see planes flying high in the sky, but why do they need to go so high? Flying lower to the ground seems to make more sense because then cabins don’t need to be pressurized, and passengers get to enjoy views of the ground. Planes have to fly so high because […]
Safety should be at the forefront of every pilot’s mind when considering aircraft training options. The aircraft chosen for training will impact the learning experience and skill development necessary to become a safe pilot. Whether you want to pursue aviation as a recreational hobby or are airline bound, the goal is to master the fundamentals […]
Aircraft such as the Boeing 747 and 737 are still on the books of airlines around the world for regular operation despite being built in the 1970s. This seems like a long time and would naturally lead you to wonder how many years a plane lasts. Commercial, military, and cargo aircraft are designed to be […]
After the invention of airplanes in the 1900s and the refinement of flight in the 1910s, including the first widespread usage of aviation for military purposes, the 1920s ushered in a new era for planes. Mass fascination with flying took off as much as the development of new, innovative technological models. Here are some of […]
Air disasters have been a part of aviation from the very first flight. Despite tremendous advancements made throughout the late 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries in improving aviation safety, tragic air accidents and mysterious aircraft disappearances still occur, albeit significantly less in more recent times. From Amelia Earhart’s last voyage to the most recent disappearance […]
Planes have all sorts of parts that you might not expect to be found on the machine. Many moving parts combine to make a wing alone. The wing of an airplane is not the simple, sleek extension of the body it seems to be at first glance but has several components, including the winglets. Winglets […]
Frequent flyers are often torn between what’s better: the window or the aisle seat. However, few people stop to think about why planes have windows at all. What’s the point when you can’t open them for fresh air, and there’s usually not much to see outside except for during takeoff or landing? It turns out […]
If you are a pilot or an aviation enthusiast, you have probably heard of both Beechcraft and Piper Aircraft. Both companies are well-known for high-quality manufacturing of aircraft. But which brand is better? Beechcraft and Piper Aircraft are two of the most well-known aircraft manufacturers in the world. Both companies have long histories of manufacturing […]