America’s Best Cities for Fall Travel

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Travel and Leisure Magazine recently named their 22 favorite fall travel destinations. The list also just happens to be home to many of our favorite airports!   In addition to the classics such as New York City and Chicago, the article also highlighted a few hidden gems such as Portland, Maine, and Virginia Beach, VA.   One category you should...

Journalist Details Ride on United Airlines New Boeing Dreamliner

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A journalist over at Airways News detailed his trip on the inaugural flight for United Airlines' new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner from IAH to LAX.  United Airlines is only the third airline in the world to begin operating the Dreamliner. The flight allowed passengers to enjoy the added comforts of the Dreamliner including added cabin humidity and air...

World’s Strangest Looking Plane: Airbus’ Beluga Celebrates Birthday

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Airbus' Super Transporter, the A300-600ST "Beluga" turns 20 years old this month.  Only five of the highly unusual looking Belugas exist, and they are exclusively operated by Airbus to transport aircraft parts between 11 European production sites.  The 20 year anniversary of the Beluga's maiden voyage has drawn renewed interest in the aircraft....

Planespotter’s Bucket List: “Planes that just about land on your head”

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Planespotter Guest Writer Julian Cordle posted an article about accomplishing his bucket list item of watching planes land at St. Martin's Maho Beach.  You may recognize the beach, well known with aviation fans for its tight quarters which produce ultra low fly overs above beach spectators.  With a short 7,500 foot runway, large planes such as...

Runway to Reality

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Do you ever prepare for a night stay in the event your flight has been canceled?  We are always worried about our traveling checklist and if we have forgotten anything.  The next thing to add to that list is a hotel at the airport.  Traveling can be a bit overwhelming and its always nice to have a back up plan in the event you have to stay...

Silicon Valleys Prestigious Airport

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Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport SJC is Silicon Valleys prestigious airport.  From the highest levels of business with obliging needs to low key every day travel.   Outlets in every chair, free Wi-fi, workstations and where "everyone-is-welcome" atmosphere. I would love to just hop on a flight to SJC and visit Silicon Valleys...

Look Back at Flying in the 1950s

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A new article from Huffington Post today provided a very interesting look back at the early years of commercial aviation.  From those early days which included lobster meals and copious amounts of smoking in-flight, the industry evolved through increased competition and regulation.  One of the most striking elements of travel in the 1950s was...

Time Lapse of US Airways Jet Conversion to American Airlines Livery

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This time lapse video shows the entire process of painting a US Airways jet with American Airlines livery in less than two minutes.  Seeing the extensive number of processes and then considering how many jets are in the old US Airways fleet gives a true appreciation of the scale of an airline makeover!