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Why Airliners Avoid Storms Despite Being Designed To Withstand Them

Mother nature can create some fierce weather conditions and aircraft must aim to avoid these.

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How Does Precipitation Affect Jet Engines?

There are several factors involved in ensuring jets can fly safely through rain, ice, and snow.

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Flying In Monsoon Season: Everything You Need To Know

Is flying through a thunderstorm as scary as others make it to be?

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JetBlue Could Save $4M A Year Through AI Weather Forecasting

Avoiding costly delays and cancelations with more accurate AI-driven forecasts.

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Taylor Swift, Like A Hurricane, Prompts Airline Change Fee Waivers

Industry experts reportedly say waiving change fees due to a postponed concert is unusual.

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Storms Affects Nearly 12,000 Passengers In New Zealand

Travelers have been reaching for the sick bags.

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Hurricane Hunters: Flying Into The Eye Of The Storm

It may seem like risky business, but this work can be crucial!

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New York Area Airports Hit With Disruptions From Heavy Rains And Flooding

Over 500 flights were canceled between the three airports.

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How Does Cold Weather Affect Aircraft Engines?

Aircraft engines perform better in cold weather.

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Air New Zealand & Jetstar Add Flexibility For Select Flights Due To Bad Weather

Lousy weather has interrupted some travel plans over the school holidays.

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Harsh Weather And COVID-19 Cases Disrupts Flights at Gatwick Airport

Some passengers criticized the airport for its lack of ATC staff.

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Low Visibility Operations: A Pilot's Perspective

These days, airliners can take off and land in very low visibility conditions, but still not zero visibility.

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5 Reasons Why Freezing Fog Can Present A Threat To Aircraft

Freezing fog poses a serious hazard to aircraft and its operations.

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What Are METAR Weather Reports & Why Are They Useful For Pilots?

These are meteorological reports generated at most airports.

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Why Private Jets Usually Fly Higher

Flying at higher altitudes offers private jets several operational efficiencies.

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5 Top Tips For Air Travel In Hot Weather

The best time of day to travel during the summer is in the early morning.

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FAA To Pause Departures From East Coast Airports Due To Major Storm

Delays and cancellations have stemmed from crew displacement and thunderstorms.

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Explained: The Importance Of Travel Insurance For Airline Passengers

Purchasing travel insurance can give you peace of mind.

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Northeast Storms Force More Than 1,000 US Flights To Be Canceled

The impact of the storms was severe, with some airlines canceling up to 30% of their flights.

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