1. Farmingdale’s Aviation Origins: Located in Farmingdale, Long Island, Republic Airport is an historically significant airfield to the region and the world, having played both military and civilian roles. But long before it became an airfield, it gave rise to the manufacturers that built airplanes. “The Industrial Revolution and airplane […]
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A History of Hawker Siddeley HS121 Trident Aircraft Accidents
While the Trident’s sales may have failed to attest to the design’s integrity, competition notwithstanding, its accident history may confirm this fact. In the 15-year period between 1964, when it entered service, and 1978, there were only two fatal incidents, neither of which was due to a design flaw. Both, […]
Review of Mossel Bay Bed and Breakfast Accommodation and How to Find It
Mossel Bay is a quaint little town on the West Coast of South Africa’s Western Cape. Mossel Bay bed and breakfast/ B&B accommodation is filled with style, personal attention and luxury. Mossel Bay bed and breakfast/ B&B accommodation hosts have gone the extra mile to offer personalized experiences, in terms […]
Homer Alaska Bed and Breakfast – The Chocolate Drop Inn
Homer, Alaska is home to the finest log inn, the Chocolate Drop Inn, with a majestic view of Kachemak Bay, Kenai Mountain range and four glaciers, along with “Chocolate Drop Mountain.” Built in 1993, the Chocolate Drop Inn is an 8000 sq. ft. log inn with 5 guest rooms and […]
Aircraft Hire and Business Charter
Anyone with travel commitments would appreciate a customised travel service. If you want to open up new opportunities to do business the clever way, visit more customers in less time by having an affordable aircraft available to you, consider air charter. Flying by Corporate (private) jet is the way to […]
Understanding Aviation Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Management Better
The aviation industry is growing at a substantial rate, which certainly is good news for stakeholders, from passengers and airport sponsors to institutional investors and aviation service providers. Of course, the industry runs on services in many different segments, and one of the major services provided is MRO, or Maintenance, […]
Aviation History
Travel by airplane has a long and interesting history starting from the first commercial flight in 1933 on the modern airliner, Boeing 247. This important event made a definitive mark in the time line of aviation but was only one of many major accomplishments. The following will highlight a few […]
The History of Royal Jordanian Airlines
1. Early Jordanian Carriers When Jordan attained its independence in 1946, it sought to increase its identity by establishing its own airline, which took form on January 1 of that year as Arab Airways. Inaugurating service to Beirut, it spread its wings to Baghdad and Cairo by August of 1947, […]
The Most Common Causes of Small Aircraft Accidents
Many people have deep rooted fears of flying. Some people even refuse to ever put a foot on a jet plane and instead choose to drive very long distances instead if they have to be somewhere. The ironic thing about avoiding flying on a large plane is that you are […]
The History of Eastern Airlines
Once considered one of the “big four” US carriers, along with American, Delta, and United, it had been innovative and highly successful, having evolved into the world’s second-largest airline during its six-decade history. Tracing its origins to Pitcairn Aviation, which had been formed on September 15, 1927, it had inaugurated […]