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12 killed in Caribbean plane crash
A tragic plane crash near the Honduran mainland claimed the lives of 12 people on Monday evening. The Jetstream 32 aircraft, carrying 15 passengers and two crew members, went down seconds after taking off from Roatán Island, a popular Caribbean tourist destination.
Mar 18, 2025
Airline Ratings
2 min read
Engine Fire Forces American Airlines 737-800 to Divert to Denver
After landing and while taxiing to the gate, the right-hand engine caught fire on an American Airlines jet prompting an emergency evacuation via slides.
Mar 18, 2025
Airline Ratings
3 min read
Air New Zealand Skycouch Review
I’ll keep this short and sweet—the Skycouch is THE BEST value proposition in the sky , and I would personally choose it over Premium Economy. This review easily scores a 10/10, but keep reading to find out why!
Mar 18, 2025
Sharon Petersen
5 min read
AirAsia Malaysia Expands Australian Reach with New Direct Kuala Lumpur–Darwin Route
AirAsia Malaysia's new direct Kuala Lumpur–Darwin route, launching on 27 June 2025, marks the return of a low-cost carrier to the Northern Territory, enhancing international connectivity, boosting tourism, and creating new opportunities for trade and cultural exchange between Australia and Asia.
Mar 18, 2025
Airline Ratings
3 min read
Korean Air Unveils New Premium Economy and Expanded Lounge Experience
Korean Air has announced the introduction of a Premium Economy class, aiming to bridge the gap between its Prestige (Business) and Economy classes. This new class will debut on 11 retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, replacing the existing First Class cabins.
Mar 18, 2025
Sharon Petersen
2 min read
Korean Air Unveils Modernized Brand Identity and Enhanced Inflight Experience
Korean Air has officially introduced its refreshed corporate identity, featuring a modern take on its iconic Taegeuk symbol and a completely different colour scheme.
Mar 11, 2025
Sharon Petersen
4 min read
Brazil Suspends Voepass Operations Amid Ongoing Safety Concerns
Brazil’s aviation regulator, ANAC, has suspended operations of regional airline Voepass, citing serious safety concerns. The decision comes approximately seven months after a devastating crash near São Paulo killed all 62 people on board, making it one of the deadliest aviation disasters of 2024.
Mar 11, 2025
Sharon Petersen
2 min read
Vietnam Airlines Short Haul Business Class Review
On what was probably the coziest flight I’ve had in years, this return journey to Singapore was nothing short of ideal. It struck the perfect balance—not too much, not too little, just right. Today, I’ll share more about the comforts of flying Vietnam Airlines’ regional Business Class and why it’s the perfect short-haul option for you.
Mar 6, 2025
Nicholas Ling
7 min read
MH370 Search Officially ON!
The renewed MH370 search will focus on a 15,000-square-kilometer area, identified through extensive data analysis and refinement over the past decade. After reaching the search zone on February 25, the vessels docked at Henderson, Western Australia, on March 4 for resupply and refuelling.
Mar 6, 2025
Sharon Petersen
2 min read
Vietnam Airlines Business Class Review
Is Vietnam Airlines Business Class one of the best Business Class offering out there? In part 3 of our four part series we review Business Class and all its onboard delights
Feb 24, 2025
Nicholas Ling
6 min read
Beyond the Seatbelt: The Passenger’s Role in Modern Aviation Safety
Do you really know where and why batteries need to be stored on planes or why you should consider what shoes you wear onboard? Being an informed passenger can make a real difference when it comes to flying safely.
Feb 23, 2025
Josh Wood
5 min read
Delta Crash Air Traffic Control Transcript
The air traffic control (ATC) recording captures the moments leading up to the Delta Airlines crash, including communication between the pilots and controllers.
Feb 18, 2025
Josh Wood
1 min read
In 2025, there have been three incidents involving CRJ aircraft operated by major U.S. airlines
A Delta Airlines crash in Toronto means that, in 2025 alone, there have been three notable incidents involving Bombardier CRJ aircraft operated by major U.S. airlines.
Feb 18, 2025
Sharon Petersen
3 min read
Delta Air Lines CRJ900 Overturns on Landing at Toronto
A Delta airlines CRJ900 has landed in Toronto, upside down with significant damage to the aircraft, including detached wings and a collapsed landing gear.
Feb 17, 2025
Josh Wood
3 min read
Vietnam Airlines Economy Class Review
Our in depth review of Economy Class on Vietnam Airlines A321. This airline demonstrates great value for money, a niche spot in the market and comfort
Feb 6, 2025
Nicholas Ling
5 min read
What is a Hybrid Airline and why they will join our Awards
The emergence and success of hybrid airlines have largely gone unrecognized by aviation media, as the industry has traditionally classified airlines into either full-service or low-cost categories. This binary approach is so deeply ingrained that airlines rarely identify themselves as hybrid in their corporate communications. What are Hybrid airlines? We explain.
Feb 4, 2025
Sharon Petersen
3 min read
Aviation in Crisis: A Startling Look at Recent Incidents
The closing weeks of 2024 and the opening stretch of 2025 have painted a somber picture in aviation. A series of incident, crashes, runway excursions, mechanical failures, and midair collisions.. We take a look at whats occurred.
Feb 3, 2025
Sharon Petersen
5 min read
American Airlines Crash Analysis
The latest on the American Airlines Crash and what we know could have contributed to the tragedy so far. Questions still remain and these include..
Jan 30, 2025
Josh Wood
4 min read
American Airlines Crash- Many Feared Dead
An American Eagle Flight 5342, operated by PSA Airlines using a Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet, collided midair with a U.S. Army Sikorsky H-60 Black Hawk helicopter near Reagan National Airport on Wednesday evening. The passenger plane, carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, was on its approach to Runway 33 at approximately 8:53 p.m. local time when the crash occurred.
Jan 30, 2025
Sharon Petersen
4 min read
China Eastern Returns To Perth - An In-Depth Look at the Airline
As the China Eastern again commences flights to Perth from Shanghai, we take a deeper look at what the airline offers in terms of safety and comfort.
Jan 30, 2025
Sharon Petersen
3 min read
