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Pilots can spend up to half their time away from home, flying the skies and living out of suitcases. Due to their busy schedules, you may not know what to get a pilot for their birthday or other special occasions. How do you find the best pilot gifts? From practical gifts, such as aviation headsets,

Drone lovers rejoice! Do you know someone who is absolutely obsessed with drones? This blog post will help you find the best gift for your drone lover. Whether they are looking for a cool drone accessory, or something more high-tech, this list has it all. Check out these 20 gifts that any drone lover would

If there is one thing that stood out in World War II, it was the fighter jets and bomber planes that were constantly being developed to outdo the power of the enemies’ planes. The Japanese bombers were undoubtedly some of the best, in part because they had technologically advanced companies such as Mitsubishi and Nakajima

Helicopters have proven themselves valuable in many ways. Since the very first helicopters were used in combat, the designs have been modified and tweaked. Now, many different types of helicopters serve all sorts of different missions. Today, let’s look at how the modern attack helicopter came to be. What was the First Attack Helicopter? While

Many people enjoy seeing movies at the movie theater, and if they happen to see it again on an airplane, they notice scenes are missing. This is because the airlines cater to a diverse audience, and sometimes editing is required to turn a popular movie from an R rating to a G rating. Do Airlines

We are all fascinated by the latest and most modern aircraft, but what are some of the oldest and longest-serving fighter jets still in use by militaries?

Aircraft played an essential role in the Second World War, as opponents tried to dominate the air to take down ships and enemy targets below by dropping torpedoes. However, some models were destroyed because of their own design flaws. Warfare tactics in World War II were vastly different from those used in previous battles. Countries

Tipping is common and even expected in many situations. You tip your hairdresser, your Uber driver, and your restaurant server. Generally, you tip those who provide you with a service. Pilots provide a service, but commercial pilots don’t get tips. This leads to the question, do you tip a private jet pilot? The general rule

The first thing you notice when walking down the aisle of an airplane is the rows. Row 1, 2, 3… and then it stops at row 12. What do pilots and other aviation enthusiasts know that we don’t? The answer to this question can be found in a blog post titled “Do Airplanes Have a

If you know a thing or two about helicopters, then you probably know that they are among the most reliable types of aircraft. They can be used by organizations, hospitals, media stations, police, the navy, the military, and other government organizations for various purposes, mainly to carry people, troops, and cargo. Heavy lift helicopters are