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Matthew Austin Ryan

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About Matthew Austin Ryan

Matt's eyes have been turned to the sky for as long as he can remember. A former newspaper editor, Matt is a lifelong avgeek whose earliest memories include talking aviation with his grandfather, a retired US Air Force pilot. Matt has lived in Greece, Czechia, and Germany for studies and for work, and is currently based in the US, near Dallas. 

Latest Articles

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8 Types Of Food That Passengers Can't Take On Aircraft

Be careful what snacks you pack for your flight -- they might not be allowed through security.

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5 Iconic Airline Mascots From Aviation History

What airlines have had a mascot?

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Throwback: When The US Navy Landed A Lockheed C-130 Hercules On An Aircraft Carrier

The US Navy once conducted tests to determine the feasibility of using the C-130 at sea.

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Why Does KLM Have An Engineering Base At The UK's Norwich Airport?

KLM's UK Engineering base was the result of acquisitions and provides services for a variety of modern airliners.

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Main Cabin Extra On American Airlines: Everything You Need To Know

What is American Airlines' 'Main Cabin Extra' product?

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Top 5: The US Airports That Saw The Biggest Airfare Increases In Q1 Of 2023

Where have airfares in the US increased the most in the beginning of 2023?

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5 Little-Known Rules That You Might Not Know Pilots Must Abide By

Aviation is highly regulated, but may include rules you might not have expected.

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Why Do Individual Flights Sometimes Cost More On Their Own Than As Part Of A Round Trip?

While passengers who only need a one-way ticket might expect that avoiding a round-trip fare would offer savings, this is not always the case.

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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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What Happened To British Airways' London Stansted Flights?

British Airways' time at London Stansted, though not entirely over, seems to have been relatively short-lived.

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5 Low-Cost Private Jets That Are Cheaper Than You Might Imagine

While you probably still need to be wealthy to own a private jet, you may not need as much cash as you might think.

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A Brief Guide To Japan's Kawasaki C-2 Military Transport Aircraft

The C-2 is a modern military airlift platform that serves Japan's Air Self-Defense Force.

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Dazzling: 5 Colorful US Airline Liveries From Years Gone By

Liveries can make an aircraft stand out on the ramp, or blend in with the rest.

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Throwback: David Bowie's Unlikely Heroics Aboard A Private Jet

David Bowie once carried Peter Frampton off a private jet during an emergency evacuation.

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Throwback: When The Boston Red Sox Hired A Private Boeing 777

When traveling across the Atlantic for the MLB's first European game, the Boston Red Sox flew in style.

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Planning A Connecting Itinerary: 5 Top Tips

Connecting flights are what you make them.

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Why Are Biscoff Cookies Such A Popular Inflight Snack?

The sweet crunchy cookies have been a staple of the skies for more than 30 years.

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5 Things That Aspiring Pilots Should Know Before Starting Training

Flight training can be incredibly rewarding, but prospective students should gain a clear understanding of what they are signing up for.

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Why Private Jets Usually Fly Higher

Flying at higher altitudes offers private jets several operational efficiencies.

An Ilyushin Il-76 Taking Off From an Ice Runway In Antarctica. 1
What Infrastructure Is Required To Support Ice Runway Operations In Antarctica?

Flights to and from one of the harshest environments on earth are no small task.

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