In the early days of flying, flight control was one of the largest hurdles. Those breaking ground in aviation had …
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In the age of commercial aircraft, it has almost become a matter of course to bridge longer distances in an …
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In our new series “What happens when?” we present some common questions to the cockpit crew and go a little …
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Well, that’s only logical! Or maybe not? Logic can often be used to advantage for overcoming technological and psychological challenges. …
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They often provide an impressive nocturnal backdrop: the lamps and lights at an airport. In professional jargon, one can speak …
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We introduced you to New York Airport in our previous article on the Canarsie Approach – and here is the …
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Every second countless aircraft are taking off or landing worldwide. Thunderstorms, cold, fog or high temperatures must – ideally – …
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The operation of a large commercial aircraft requires an almost endless combination of different systems to ensure safe operation. One …
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Humankind has wanted to capture the skies for themselves for centuries – and the dream became true. Nowadays, we are …
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Almost everyone who is at least moderately enthusiastic about aviation or has flown frequently can name the wingtips which are …
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Fly once in a private jet from A to B – for many an unattainable dream. The tip of the …
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When Boeing unveiled the 777 in 1994, no one had any idea how successful the wide-body twinjet, which was still …
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Getting an airliner off the ground is one thing. Steering it gently and safely to its destination through narrow airspaces …
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On 28th October 2018, a Lion Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 crashed into the sea shortly after taking off from …
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The engines have started. Thousands of kilograms of the most diverse materials swing into action, apparently with the greatest of …
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As a passenger in an aircraft you can switch on the light, drink coffee, charge your mobile phone and even …
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As most people are aware, aircraft fly on aviation fuel. But there is another fluid that is essential for the …
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Moving around the world in a large flying tin can is a major challenge for man and material as, amongst …
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Flying over the Atlantic could be so simple. Lots of water, just keep going straight ahead! Unfortunately, as always in …
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A commercial jet engine is a wonder of technology. Over time, engines in the aviation industry have become quieter, more …
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If you’re a pilot, approaches to the world’s airports are generally pretty routine affairs and quite often the procedures and …
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We are now all hunkering down in our warm, cosy houses after a seemingly never-ending summer. However flying is anything …
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The Earth’s entire atmosphere is defined by a whole series of different weather systems, which are often dynamic and produce …
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Although you’ll often hear this said with light aircraft, it’s unfortunately not that simple with commercial aircraft. A plethora of …
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It has long been common knowledge that we are, in this day and age, vulnerable to a host of dangers, …
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As everyone knows, the aeroplane is the world’s safest means of transport. There are, nevertheless, events that can jeopardise flight …
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“The cabin crew would now like to familiarise you with our safety procedures …”. Usually by the time the cabin …
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Nowadays, most aviation enthusiasts even have aircraft radar on their smartphones or tablets. But how does it actually work? It’s …
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What originated as a seafaring concept is now ubiquitous, even in our cars. Reliable navigation systems are part and parcel …
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No-shows are nothing if not expensive, and airlines will therefore go to great lengths to reduce the risks of such …
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Flight simulator? Surely a video game for your home computer? However, professional aviation also took advantage of the benefits of …
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At last, the moment we’ve all been waiting for has arrived. DJI has unveiled its latest offspring – and it’s …
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From the very outset, aviation has provided a massive playground in which innovations could evolve. People were always trying to flesh …
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Cheap producers are ten a penny in every sector – automotive, smartphones and now with drones too. Premium – only …
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It’s really just the autopilot that’s flying the plane! The men and women in the front row of seats are …
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Everyone in Germany has heard of the Geissens, the family renowned for their wild, high-society, jet-set lifestyle. Their fame is a …
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We’re all familiar with the sight of travellers encumbered with heavy suitcases, numerous rucksacks and carrier bags staggering through the …
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Our daily lives are dominated by a number of “modern” obstacles. Our world has been changed by the influence of …
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Asking most small boys which plane they would one day most like to fly in used to result in the …
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An airport can often feel like a different world when you enter it. You emerge from the train or car …
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No doubt everyone has heard in the news about the famed “aircraft noise opponents”, a group often ridiculed by pilots. …
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