Pilotspotting: The Art of Recognizing a Pilot On Sight
My friends are in awe when I’m usually correct and then I’ll verify by asking “So, what do you fly?” They’ll ask how I knew they were a pilot, but I don’t like to reveal my secrets.
Automation Myths: Do Planes Really Fly Themselves?
Flying is mysterious, and information is hard to come by. If the “experts” say automatic planes are possible, then why not?
Business Jet Crashes Near Airport in North Carolina, Killing Four People [UPDATED]
A business jet crashed near the end of the runway at Macon County Airport in Franklin, North Carolina on Thursday, killing all four people onboard.
Getting You There Safely: Working With the Weather
From dispatchers to meteorologists to air traffic controllers, pilots up front could not do it without their daily expertise, knowledge and professionalism.
United Airlines Flights Disrupted by Nationwide Computer Outage
United Airlines service was at least partially shut down Friday night due to a glitch "interrupting departures, airport processing and reservations," according to the Chicago-based carrier.