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If you struggle with a fear of flying, due to unexplained sounds on planes or other reasons, you are certainly not alone.
Flights are getting bumpier, and experts say they know what's to blame. Fasten your seatbelts—here's why air turbulence incidents are increasing.
With the upcoming Labor Day weekend expected to see high numbers of travelers, many of them would certainly like to avoid disruptions that could be caused by the ongoing pilot shortage.
Retired U.S. Army Gen. Stephen Townsend would have loved having a military version of an electric air taxi for some urgent flights he took as a commander in Iraq, Afghanistan and Africa.
One Las Vegas company is looking to bring artificial intelligence and ChatGPT to the world of private aviation.
While air travel is undoubtedly one of the safest forms of transportation, you should always be mindful of your safety onboard, just in case there's an emergency. We asked pilots to share what steps they take as passengers to ensure they're prepared for an emergency, and they unanimously agreed on one tip: locate the emergency exit nearest you.
Frequent fliers, you know the routine. As your plane begins its final approach, flight attendants will walk through the aisles making sure seats are in the upright position — even if you're fast asleep. But why do you need to put your seat upright for takeoff and landing? Technically, it's the law.
Frequent fliers, you know the routine. As your plane begins its final approach, flight attendants will walk through the aisles making sure seats are in the upright position — even if you're fast asleep. But why do you need to put your seat upright for takeoff and landing? Technically, it's the law.
It’s great being able to access the internet or shoot a text and have no issues with connectivity, but the network that’s made that possible may now be delaying your flight.
Turning your phone on “airplane mode” once your plane is preparing for takeoff is a standard part of any frequent flier’s onboard routine. In airplane mode, your phone is disconnected from cellular networks, but you can still use the device — and even connect it to in-flight Wi-Fi if it’s available.
In the flurry of preparations before an international flight, there’s one essential item that demands unwavering attention: a passport. On the journey to the airport, that familiar ritual of checking and double-checking the passport’s location becomes second nature. This is a reassuring reminder that a global journey hinges on this small, but mighty document.
Every time I head to the airport for an international flight, I constantly check to make sure my passport is where it's supposed to be — even if I haven't touched it since the last time I looked. As any frequent traveler knows, your passport is your lifeline when going abroad.