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Justin Surette-Editor and Writer

Justin Surette

Editor and Writer

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About Justin Surette

With a background in Chinese language and marketing, Justin merged his passions for air travel and communication to become a writer for the Simple Flying team. He closely monitors industry changes on a global scale, with particular interest in the East Asian and North American markets.

Latest Articles

An F-117 Nighthawk in a hangar. 1
Top 5: The World's Weirdest Military Aircraft

Notable for their unique looks and design concepts.

Aerial view of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)  1
Taipei Taoyuan International Airport: A Terminal Guide

Welcome to the heart of Asia.

Air Force One VC-25A at Seattle Tacoma Airport 1
A Look At The Defense Systems That Protect Air Force One

What keeps the plane and its passengers safe in any situation?

A first officer working in the cockpit. 1
What Is The Federal Flight Deck Officer Program?

An FFDO is authorized to carry a firearm onboard a commercial flight.

An EVA Air Boeing 777-300ER taxiing at Taoyuan International Airport. 1
Flight Review: EVA Air Royal Laurel Class From Taipei To Chicago

Is EVA’s business class all it’s cracked up to be?

A man in a suit using a mobile phone while sitting in an airport departure lounge. 1
What Are The Risks Of Public WiFi Networks At Airports?

Several airports have internet security issues, but these tips can keep you safe when browsing before a flight.

A US Air Force Boeing C-17 Globemaster taking off. 1
5 Fun Facts About The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III

The C-17 is a military transport aircraft that’s ready for anything.

A Ryanair Boeing 737-800 flying above the clouds. 1
11A: Inside The Ryanair Seat That Became An Online Meme

A curious feature of the carrier's Boeing 737NG aircraft leaves many asking questions.

An Airbus A380 taxiing to the runway. 1
5 Carriers That Ordered But Never Received The Airbus A380

A few airlines from around the globe eventually canceled their firm orders for the type.

Several United Airlines Aircraft At Denver International Airport. 1
77% Of US Air Traffic Control Is Understaffed: What's The Solution?

A severe issue, but it doesn't have to be this way.

A British Airways Airbus A380 flying in the sky. 1
5 Amazing Features On British Airways' Airbus A380s

A few interesting things you might find about the seats on BA’s largest passenger airliners.

Wrapped blankets and pillows placed on a couple of aircraft seats. 1
Where & How Often Are Airplane Blankets Washed?

Can we really rest easily under those provided blankets?

A Royal Air Force (RAF) Boeing Chinook flying in the sky. 1
5 Reasons Why The Boeing CH-47 'Chinook' Helicopter Is Still Going Strong After Six Decades

And why the program will likely be around to see at least an entire century.

A Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on the ground in Farnborough. 1
Developing The Dreamliner: 5 Improvements That The Boeing 787 Has Seen Since Entering Service

A closer look at a few ways Boeing's popular widebody aircraft has changed in regards to its manufacturing.

A closeup of a jet engine. 1
5 Interesting Facts About Inflight Engine Shutdowns

A closer look at something that most of the flying public will never need to think about.

A Bellanca Citabria 115 entering the runway. 1
5 Reasons Why Taildragger Aircraft Are Good For Beginner Pilots

Is learning to fly a conventional-geared plane first the right move?

An EVA Air Boeing 777-300(ER) about to take off. 1
Analysis: How EVA Air's Classes Of Travel Compare On Transpacific Flights

The Taiwanese carrier’s three different long-haul offerings

An aircraft on a taxiway. 1
Which Mechanisms Allow Aircraft To Steer While Taxiing On The Ground?

How an airplane moves around before going airborne.

A Supermarine Spitfire flying in the sky. 1
5 Iconic Military Aircraft That Defined The Battle Of Britain

Looking at some of the impressive aircraft flown by the RAF and the Luftwaffe during the Second World War.

An EVA Air aircraft about to land. 1
5 Facts You Didn't Know About EVA Air

Some lesser-known pieces of information about one of Taiwan’s leading airlines.

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