About Sumit Singh
Sumit has more than 10 years of experience as a professional journalist. Having written for The Independent, Evening Standard, and others, his role here allows him to explore his enthusiasm for aviation and travel. Having built strong relationships with United Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, Icelandair, and more, Sumit excels in both travel history and market analysis. Based in London, UK.
Latest Articles
Rare Rear-Engined Quadjet: The Story Of The Lockheed JetStar
The aircraft has a long and varied history, catering to VIP and military operators alike.
Deliveries Incoming: Malaysia Airlines To Welcome 4 Airbus A330neos This Year
The airline is also expecting eight Boeing 737 MAX 8s in 2024.
Did You Know About The Boeing 727's Re-Engining Program?
The 737 and 747 are two notable Boeing jets that have been re-engined over the years. But did you know about the 727?
The Weirdest Private Plane? A Look At The Double Fuselage Rutan Boomerang
The aircraft has two asymmetrical fuselages.
Throwback: When KLM Said Goodbye To The Boeing 747
The big blue 747-400 was an iconic part of KLM's long-haul operations. It's hard to believe that the Dutch carrier no longer operates the jumbo jet.
Throwback: When easyJet Gatecrashed The Launch Of British Airways' Low-Cost 'Go' Subsidiary
easyJet was determined to make noise when its competitor took to the skies.
No Longer In Service: The Story Of The Douglas DC-7
Douglas produced four different variants of the type, as well as designing an ultimately unbuilt fifth version.
How Much Fuel Did Concorde Consume?
Fuel consumption up to four times that of the Boeing 747 was a problem throughout Concorde's operating life.
Air Force Two: The Abilities Of USAF's Boeing C-32 Aircraft
Looking at the unique capabilities of this VIP transport.
Airline Special Meals & Their Codes: Everything You Need To Know
Our guide to the various special airline meals that accommodate dietary restrictions and religious traditions.
A Look At Why American Airlines Briefly Operated Classic Boeing 737s And The British Aerospace 146
The carrier operated these aircraft for less than a decade.
Flight Review: Turkish Airlines Boeing 787-9 Business Class From Istanbul To Dubai
It was a smooth ride between the two global hubs!
The Story Of Belgium's Abandoned Boeing 707
The ex-PanAm jet was stranded in Oostend in the 1990s while under the ownership of the Government of Benin.
30 Years Since Its Rollout: Why The Boeing 777 Has Been Such A Success
The twinjet's prototype was rolled out in 1994. Since then, what has led to the 777's popularity over the years?
16% Annual Rise: Turkish Airlines Carried 84 Million Passengers In 2023
The carrier had plenty to celebrate last year.
Low-Cost Reliability: How Vueling Balances Frequency With Punctuality
The carrier had a busy yet smooth year.
13 Years Since It Entered Service: Who Flies The Sukhoi Superjet Today?
The aircraft currently flies for a number of commercial and non-commercial operators, both in Russia and nearby countries.