aircraft

Experiences

Experts on why the Air India crash shouldn’t make you scared of flying

If you’re a nervous flyer, here’s reassurance from industry specialists, plus a guide to the world’s safest airlines.

16/06/2025

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Military show draws crowds as US Army prepares for parade

Hundreds gathered at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall near Washington on Wednesday to watch soldiers perform ahead of the US Army’s 250th anniversary celebration.

12/06/2025

Scenes

Watch: The radio-controlled vehicle enthusiasts flying high in Qatar

In partnership with Media City

The Qatar RC Sports Centre was opened by Sheikh Mohammed bin Fahd Abdullah Al Thani in 2015.

02/06/2025

Business

Boeing sees losses narrow, shares soar as jet deliveries increase

Despite Boeing’s strong performance in the first quarter of the year, concerns such as quality control and safety issues, as well as escalating global tariff tensions linger.

23/04/2025

Travel News

Inside the Arctic airports that never close for snow

Where most airports would close for a few centimetres of snow, some battle-hardened Arctic Circle airports refuse to close for anything.

18/04/2025

Mobility

China's Concorde: What we know about new jet sparking supersonic race

Chinese media reported that the C949 would have a 50 per cent range boost over the retired Concorde and fly with a noise level like a blowing hairdryer.

03/04/2025

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All-civilian crew orbits Earth from pole to pole in SpaceX mission

The mission is expected to last between three and five days, with the crew orbiting Earth multiple times from the north to the south pole at an altitude of around 450 km.

03/04/2025

Experiences

A pilot explains why you shouldn’t be scared of ‘dangerous airports’

Challenging airport conditions mean flights are more prone to turbulence, bumpy landings and delays.

31/03/2025

Travel News

Your plane might be older than you think: Here’s why

As demand for air travel continues to surge, airlines are holding onto their planes for longer and working hard to make sure nobody notices.

30/03/2025

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DIY aircraft take flight at Argentina’s experimental aviation show

Over 15,000 visitors flocked to Buenos Aires for South America's largest DIY aircraft event, showcasing more than 100 one-of-a-kind planes built by passionate aviation enthusiasts from around the world.

17/03/2025

Markets

Rolls-Royce shares soar as jet maker announces buyback, fresh dividend

Performance had significantly improved in all core divisions, the British jet engine firm revealed in its annual financial report.

27/02/2025

Business

Airbus warns of delivery uncertainties but announces lift in revenue

The European planemaker offered up modest delivery targets but remains financially robust.

20/02/2025

Travel News

Flying is still very safe despite 2025 crashes, experts say

As the Delta crash in Toronto adds to a recent spate of accidents, we look at the safety of flying and find cause for hope.

18/02/2025

Mobility

The hydrogen plane that will attempt to fly non-stop around the world

The creators of Climate Impulse have unveiled the progress they have made on the design and building of the experimental, liquid hydrogen-powered craft,

17/02/2025

Travel News

Breaking sound over Mojave Desert: A first for Boom Supersonic

More than two decades after Europe’s failed attempt at a supersonic airliner, the USA is on track to make it work.

29/01/2025

Business

Troubled Boeing reports multi billion dollar loss at end of 2024

The US aircraft manufacturer closed last year with a steep loss and weak sales, according to preliminary figures released by the company.

24/01/2025

Business

World first as EasyJet trials new paint for a lighter shade of plane

Low-cost UK airline EasyJet is planning to try out a new lightweight painting method, in an effort to save on fuel usage and cut overall aircraft weights.

03/01/2025

Business

Chinese jet maker ramps up efforts to push Airbus and Boeing out

China’s state-owned aircraft producer, Comac, is already being used by some of the country’s biggest airlines, and has plans to expand further in southeast Asian markets, before eyeing Western markets.

03/01/2025

Experiences

Could first class flights soon be a thing of the past?

While numerous airlines are saying goodbye to first class, some - especially in Europe - are investing more heavily than ever into the luxury cabins.

17/10/2024

Mobility

Paris Motor Show 2024: The unexpected new tech on display this year

We take a look at the less publicised tech that’s on display at the Paris Motor Show at the Porte de Versailles expo centre this week.

17/10/2024