Mayday: the meaning behind the distress call in aviation
The aviation industry operates under strict safety protocols to ensure the well-being of passengers and crew members. In…
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The phonetic alphabet: understanding Alpha, Bravo, Charlie and more
Effective communication is critical to the safe operation of aircraft. When pilots talk to air traffic control, they use…
FedEx pilots offered bumper deal if they quit for US regional airline
A memo sent by FedEx’s Vice President Pat DiMento to the parcel delivery company’s pilots has encouraged them…
Air New Zealand selects designer worn by Kate Middleton to create new uniform
Air New Zealand has selected Kiwi fashion designer Emilia Wickstead to create its new staff uniform to be…
Lufthansa’s ‘pilots of tomorrow’ must be ‘more than mere aviators’
German flag-carrier Lufthansa is launching a recruitment drive to find the “pilots of tomorrow”. However, the airline is…
British Airways pilots set to vote on improved pay offer after months of talks
The British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA) has confirmed that after months of negotiations with British Airways its members…
Air Canada pilots protest at Toronto Airport over better pay, conditions
Air Canada pilots staged a protest at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport (YTO) on September 29, 2023 as negotiations…
Dispirited Qantas pilots call for chairman to quit in damning letter
An Australian union representing Qantas pilots has called for the airline’s chairman to resign in a damming letter…
Chinese navy looks for older graduates to pilot carrier-based aircraft
The Chinese navy is looking to recruit older graduates as the next generation of carrier-based aircraft pilots. In…
Akasa Air takes legal action against ‘selfish’ pilots who quit without notice
Akasa Air is taking legal action against 43 former pilots who left the carrier without serving a six-month…
How long does it take to become a commercial airline pilot?
Becoming a commercial airline pilot is a dream that’s captured the hearts of many individuals with a passion…
Miracle on the Hudson: the remarkable story of US Airways Flight 1549
The term ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ has become synonymous with a heartwarming tale of heroism, quick thinking and…
American Airlines pilots to get instant pay boost of over 21% following vote
Pilots working for American Airlines have backed a new pay and quality of life deal that the Allied…
Aviation background checks: understanding the process and requirements
Within the aviation industry, safety and security are obviously of paramount importance. One crucial aspect of ensuring the…
Pilots vision requirement and the use of corrective lenses
As demands for aviation safety continue to grow, the importance of a pilot’s vision cannot be overstated. The…
Qantas condemns sexist chat forum used by pilots to discuss female colleagues
Qantas has described comments written about female colleagues in a chat forum by pilots as “offensive” and “completely…
American Airlines pilots union agrees pay deal that matches United and Delta
The Allied Pilots Association (APA), which represents pilots working for American Airlines, has reached an Agreement in Principle…
US military veterans say UAPs are serious concern for pilot safety
Retired military veterans testified at a House Oversight Committee hearing on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), commonly known as…