One Mile at a Time

APRIL 18, 2025

For the outbound portion of our winter trip to Tokyo and Niseko , we flew Japan Airlines Boeing 777-300ER first class on the 10hr25min flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo (HND). The highlight of this experience was that we managed to snag four first class award seats on a single flight. So, how was the experience otherwise?

Airline

Flying Magazine

JULY 25, 2025

While airlines often provide standard headsets in the flight deck, many professional pilots opt to invest in their own for superior comfort, enhanced audio clarity, and advanced features tailored to long hours in a jet environment. FAQ Do airlines provide headsets for their pilots?

Pilot

One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

According to ADS-B data, the Southwest 737 was only feet above the runway surface, and around 1,600 feet short of the intersection where the other jet was taxiing. The Bombardier pilots were given a phone number to call, for a pilot deviation. The Southwest 737 ended up passing the intersection at roughly 150 feet above ground level.

Runway

One Mile at a Time

APRIL 21, 2025

The crew made the decision to reject the takeoff due to an alarm that went off in the flight deck, and briefly stopped on the runway. The air traffic controller cleared the jet to vacate the runway, and then taxi via taxiways C and A. The aircraft was scheduled to depart at around 6PM, and began it takeoff roll from runway 9R.

Wide-Body Aircraft

Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 23, 2025

These two sets of federal rules shape everything from crew size to flight schedules. Whether you’re dreaming of flying for an airline or exploring charter opportunities, understanding the difference is a must. From day one, our training gets you ready for both structured airline paths and flexible charter flying.

Airline

One Mile at a Time

JULY 25, 2025

A Southwest Airlines jet had a rather eventful flight today minutes after taking off from California, leading to injuries. Southwest jet gets TCAS alert, drops 475 feet This incident happened today (Friday, July 25, 2025), and involves flight WN1496, operating from Burbank (BUR) to Las Vegas (LAS).

Air Traffic Control

One Mile at a Time

APRIL 2, 2025

For the transatlantic return segment of our royal visit to Versailles , I flew Austrians Boeing 787-9 business class on the nine hour flight from Vienna (VIE) to Washington (IAD). Whats exciting is that the airline recently started taking delivery of 787s , representing a new era for the carrier.

Approach

Aviation Bussiness News

JUNE 16, 2025

Southwest Airlines is to roll out Honeywell’s SmartRunway and SmartLanding software across its entire Boeing 737 fleet to enhance runway safety and pilot situational awareness. The software is being activated through the airline’s existing Honeywell Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS), which is already installed on all aircraft.

Runway

Plane and Pilot

MAY 26, 2025

And of all phases of flight, the tradeoff of risk versus reward that comes with being in a hurry seems most lopsided when youre on the ground, and the parking brake is arguably the biggest hammer in our professional toolbox. Taxiing is one of the biggest threats we face on a two-person flight deck.

Runway

Air Facts

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

These categories apply whether youre flying a Cub on a summer evening or a business jet on an RNAV approach. They arent just a list of priorities in an emergency, they also neatly sum up the different roles a pilot must play, roles that used to be divided very specifically on the flight deck of an airliner.

Pilot in Command

Plane and Pilot

JANUARY 21, 2025

The airport was a bustling, towered municipal field, home to a mix of small flight schools and one of the countrys largest aviation academies. Taxiing behind a line of waiting Cessnas and Pipers while a jet or two landed between an endless stream of other trainers performing touch-and-goes cemented my excitement.

Pilot

One Mile at a Time

MAY 18, 2025

Delta A321neo first class cabin & seats The A321neo is Deltas latest and greatest narrow body jet. The jet features 194 seats, including 20 first class seats, and 174 economy seats (42 of which feature extra legroom). I get airlines want to maximize their schedule and gate space is limited, but that seems less than ideal, no?

Runway

Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

In the airline world, descent planning and execution receives a lot of attention. Getting a couple of hundred thousand pounds of swept-wing jet down to sea level from 40,000 feet takes a bit of forethought and no shortage of technology. Speedbrakes and spoilers abound, and thankfully jet engines dont care much about shock cooling.

Descent

Flying Magazine

JULY 24, 2025

READ MORE: Airlines and Pilots Don’t See Eye to Eye on Autonomous Flights Early efforts concentrated on drone integration. In March, for example, ATM-X and Boeing tested digitized communications between ATC and the flight deck, which future uncrewed aircraft could one day use. But the projects share one common objective.

Airfoil

One Mile at a Time

JULY 7, 2025

I was looking forward to this flight for a couple of reasons. For one, it would be my first flight on the brand new Airbus A321XLR, which is a plane that will become increasingly important for airlines in the coming years. I’ve gotta say, I thought the flight was great overall. So, how was the experience?

Weather

Plane and Pilot

MARCH 18, 2025

A sheet of cardboard or some blankets wedged into the gap to make it seem like the jet is attached to the walkway is all it took to remedy his situation. A random airliner doesnt often call up for push and taxi without an associated flight plan, and to do so with a desire to taxi around the airport for 10-15 minutes is even more unusual.

Runway

One Mile at a Time

MARCH 16, 2025

How I booked my Delta business class ticket Its hard to redeem Delta SkyMiles for outsized value in premium cabins, and the airline doesnt really make any saver level award seats available in these transcon markets. Delta business class slippers The headphones were just okay quality, and Delta doesnt offer bluetooth audio on these jets.

Runway

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 11, 2025

That strategy seems to be a success, probably thanks to the great experience, the small cabin, the limited number of planes with first class , and the fact that the airline is based in Paris (a city popular with people who are willing to drop five figures on an airline ticket).

Approach

WayMan

MAY 25, 2025

While commercial airliners are made up of millions of individual components, the foundation of every airplanewhether a Boeing jet or a training aircraft like a Cessna 172 starts with the same key parts. Regardless of placement, the principle remains the same: wings generate the lift that makes flight possible.

Lift

AV Web

JULY 6, 2025

Regardless of the type of aircraft, having a basic understanding of oxygen equipment and its applications is essential, whether you’re piloting an unpressurized GA aircraft or a pressurized commercial jet. They are commonly used in emergency settings, such as airline oxygen masks or space missions.

Federal Aviation Regulations

One Mile at a Time

JULY 18, 2025

For the return portion of my trip across the Atlantic on the Airbus A321XLR , I flew Iberia’s Airbus A321XLR business class on the eight-hour flight from Madrid (MAD) to Washington (IAD). I was excited about this flight. On the other hand, herringbone seats are sort of outdated, and were cutting edge a couple of decades ago.

Approach

AV Web

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Having at least two semi-functioning human brains on the flight deck makes sense, but this single pilot thing may overwhelm common sense and become an industry standard before I manage to escape this crazy planet and fly west. We airline pilots fretted, steamed, argued, and pouted. How do I know this? So, relax, everybody.

Cockpit

Flying Magazine

JULY 8, 2025

Whether you’re looking for upgrades for the flight deck or essentials for life on the go, there are significant savings on tech and travel items. Imiomo Carry on Luggage This 20-inch hardshell suitcase is airline-approved and designed for convenience at the airport.

Flight Deck

One Mile at a Time

JULY 27, 2025

I simply mention this to point out that he’s a super frequent flyer, and also likely isn’t looking to scam an airline out of a small sum of money. As he walked down the jet bridge, François says his panic really set in — his suitcase contained everything, including his apartment and car keys.

Pilot

Aerotime

JULY 2, 2024

The Canadian flag carrier said on July 2, 2024, that initially the new aircraft will fly with a single economy class configuration before being fitted with the airline’s two-cabin standard for narrowbody jets. Air Canada will welcome eight brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft after completing an agreement with lessor, BOC Aviation.

Flight Deck

Aerotime

AUGUST 2, 2024

While EASA appears to be tackling the issue head on, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) seems more muted about the subject, with US airlines leading the conversation instead. Currently, every aspect of flight safety is deliberately designed for a team with shared responsibilities working together on the flight deck,” the campaign said.

Pilot

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Every airliner has more seats in its flight deck than are needed for just two Pilots. Airliners have flying seats; each sits in front of various instruments and controls. They also have "jumpseats" placed behind the flying seats.

Cockpit

Aerotime

DECEMBER 20, 2024

If you are an avid fan of watching the inflight moving map display and related data on your inflight entertainment screen, you may notice that, as your flight progresses, rather than descending or even staying at a fixed altitude, it may climb to a higher altitude. Hence, the flight will use less fuel at higher altitudes.

Cabin Crew

Flying Magazine

MAY 16, 2024

If you can picture yourself in the left seat of an Airbus, Boeing, or Embraer—or whatever transport category jet technology comes up with next—then you have the first necessary step complete on your way to becoming a professional pilot. I remember visiting several airline booths and being blown away by all the women who were airline pilots.

Pilot

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

As it’s described, this will provide EasyJet pilots with the opportunity to experience the operations of a wide body jet and further their flight deck experience, while Virgin Atlantic will benefit from experienced short haul EasyJet pilots joining the team.

Pilot

Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Image via Wikiepdia The USS Hornet Museum features an extensive collection of aircraft, including propeller, jet, and rotorcraft, with several Naval helicopters on display. These aircraft span multiple decades, from the 1940s through the 1980s, and museum guests can get an up-close look at them on both the flight deck and hangar deck.

Flight Deck

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

From the inexpensive thrill of soaring in a glider to the massive expense of a commercial airliner, there is a lot to consider regarding the cost of the flight. Large Private Jets / Regional Jets: $10 million – $80 million Commercial Airliners: $80 million – over $400 million How Much Do Airplanes Cost?

Airplanes

Professional Pilot

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Challenger 604, G-IV Contributing Writer West Star Aviation can perform a wide range of interior refurbishment on aircraft ranging from turboprops to heavy jets. This directive primarily affected transport category aircraft in airline service, but for the most part left corporate and private aircraft unscathed.

Jet

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Just as airline pilots practice their flows on a flight deck diagram, and military pilots “chair fly” their missions ahead of time, student pilots need to show up prepared and practiced for the day’s tasks. While these CFIs come in all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds, they are each focused on student success and flight safety.

Flight Deck

Flying Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

Innsbruck is one of the most beautiful and spectacular places on earth with an airport that can support a variety of airline equipment up to a small widebody such as the Boeing 767-300ER. Image: Peter James] I began and ended all my flights at LOWI to test terrain, feel out the winds aloft, as well as terrain-based wind flows and shear.

Crosswind

Fly with Eva

MARCH 20, 2018

I peek quickly at the empty belly , as I climb further up to the flight deck. First time taxiing a jet, another tick in the box today. I remember a moment on the 737: it was an extremely long 4-sector day with lots of delays, issues and returning from our last flight hours too late. Cleared for takeoff!

Jet

Aviation Bussiness News

MARCH 13, 2025

There is still a lot of life left in Pro Line 4 flight decks, which has demonstrated success in achieving the mission needs of thousands of business and regional aircraft worldwide. The post Canada and UK certify Thomas Globals flight display upgrades for business jets appeared first on Aviation Business News.

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