The Consolidated B-24 Liberator is one of the most famous bombers from WWII and the most produced heavy bomber in history. With over 19,000 built, this American heavy bomber gained an esteemed record during the war as the response to a need for more Boeing B-17 Flying Fortresses. Design and Development The B-24 was created [...]
Princess Diana of Themyscira swept the nation with her sexy outfit, piercing eyes, and flowing, jet-black hair. And while there is a lot of controversy surrounding some of those key characteristics, there’s no denying that she’s remained an iconic powerhouse over the last 75 years, appearing in comics, television, animation and most recently, a live [...]
This Memorial Day, we’re remembering all those who have bravely fought for our freedom. The sacrifices soldiers make and have made is something that we will never forget. These soldiers made our country what it is today—the land of the free and home of the brave. Some of these soldiers fought on land while others [...]
Today, we’re wishing Henri Farman—French aviation pioneer of the double-decker airplane—a very happy birthday! Born in 1874, Farman originally trained to be a painter but soon became interested in mechanics and sports. He bought his first plane in the early 1900s, set many flying records, and founded his own flying school in 1909. He soon [...]
If there’s one thing you should know about me it’s that I’m a planner and an organizer. I’m putting that to use for you here with a roundup of all the basic information you need for flying. Whether it’s your first time or you just always seem to forget something, this post and the below [...]
Amy Johnson was the first female pilot to fly solo from England to Australia, making her famous among the aviation community and around the world overnight. The Life of Amy Johnson Born on July 1, 1903, Amy Johnson was always a woman with a strong sense of independence. She was the oldest of four daughters [...]
The Airbus A310 was derived from the A300, the first twin-engine, wide-body airliner. But this derivative of the Airbus A300 introduced some significant changes to commercial air travel. Design and Production The Airbus A310 is just one of the planes to have come from the original Airbus A300B. This aircraft was shorter than the other [...]
I remember when I was taught to fold up the tips of wings on my paper airplanes. I was told that it would help them fly better, but I mostly listened and folded them up because I thought it looked cool. Today, many airplanes feature winglets. Why? Because they help them fly better. The Aerodynamic Revolution [...]
When it comes to traveling standby, there are two different classifications: employee and non-employee. One of the perks of working for an airline is getting to travel for free. The employee, a guest, spouse, children, and even friends can often enjoy these benefits. But paying passengers can travel standby as well, though it's very different [...]
Based on the Waco 9, the Waco 10 was designed to make something that was already good, bigger. Both had three seats and a single engine, but a larger wing area, bigger cockpit, and additional features made this model even more popular that the last. Design and Development Just like the Waco 9, the Waco [...]
