Why does Ireland have so many commercial airports?
The island of Ireland has quite a lot of commercial airports which see airline service. On the face…
Remember the rear facing exit row seats at Southwest Airlines?
An aircraft with a row of rear facing passenger seats was a thing once upon a time. You…
British Airways extends Executive Club status… for half their frequent flyers
Extensions to frequent flyer status have been a recurring theme throughout the pandemic. With travel severely curtailed, it…
Why is British Airways not selling business class on some services?
When business class is available on a flight, you would expect to be able to book it. Something…
Does anyone remember the rather square Short 360?
The Short 360 is an unpressurised commuter airliner designed and built by Short Brothers in Belfast. Powered by…
What is your favourite pandemic inspired travel or flying meme?
It’s been some year for those of us who enjoy travelling frequently. Being suddenly confined to our home…
How do you get a hotel quarantine fee exemption in Australia?
Hotel quarantine is an expensive business when going to Australia. You are required to spend two weeks locked…
Let’s talk about Rex, baby! Australia’s newest domestic challenger
Rex is a regional airline in Australia that has decided to take on the big boys, Qantas and…
Does anyone remember the largest plane in the world, the Antonov An-225 Mriya?
The world record holding Antonov An-225 is a Ukrainian built cargo aircraft, which first flew on 21 December…
So, is the job title steward and stewardess, flight attendant, or cabin crew?
When it comes to the people working with passengers on an aircraft, the terminology has evolved over the…