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Which Factors Affect The Range Of An Aircraft?

When it comes to an aircraft's performance, range is an important factor.

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Progress: Just 1.5% Of US Flights Were Canceled During The 1st 10 Months Of 2023

The cancelation rate fell to the lowest rate in at least a decade.

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Southwest Airlines Is The World's Largest Airline By ASKs In 2023

It comes as the airline spent 10 months preparing for smooth operations this winter.

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Iceland Stopover Regains Popularity As Icelandair's Connecting Passengers Surge By Almost 20%

The airline also celebrated an achievement for delivering outstanding service to its passengers.

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American Airlines Saw A $545 Million Loss In Q3

The Texas-based leviathan has reported a mixed set of Q3 results.

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How Does Cold Weather Affect Aircraft Engines?

Aircraft engines perform better in cold weather.

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How Do Humid Conditions Impact Aircraft Performance?

Planes do not enjoy the stuffy weather either.

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Unmarketable: Why Can't Airlines Always Sell Every Seat?

Performance limits cap the maximum amount of available seats.

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5 Impressive Air Display Maneuvers That Always Wow Airshow Crowds

Here are five cool air show maneuvers, though the list could go on, and on.

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Top 5: July's Best Airlines For On-Time Performance By Region

On-time performance of American carriers has improved over the months.

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Blasting Off: Examining An Airliner's Required Climb Profile

The four climb segments applied to every takeoff.

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A Pilot's Guide To Aircraft Performance & Flight Planning

A brief look at crafting a general aviation flight plan.

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Delta Air Lines Highlights Strong Memorial Day Weekend Operation

A review of Delta Air Lines' new offerings and high demand that helped Delta Air Lines have a very productive 2023 Memorial Day Weekend.

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easyJet Is On Course To Exceed Its 2023 Financial Predictions

Promising signs for the low-cost carrier.

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PLAY Enjoys Strong March Performance With Load Factors Exceeding 80%

The airline's passengers numbers were also more than three times higher than in March 2022.

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Strong Performance: February Was A Record Sales Month For Iceland's PLAY

The airline carried almost 64,000 passengers last month.

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The Performance Parameters That Give Engines ETOPS Certification

A twin-engine aircraft loses 50% of its power if an engine goes inoperative during a flight.

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What Precautions Must Pilots Take When Operating In Extreme Heat?

Considerations for summer flying's unique set of challenges.

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What Is A Flight Envelope And How Is It Determined?

The flight envelope determines the design capabilities based on airspeed, load factors, and maneuverability.

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