For a long time, calling someone from a plane was something out of science fiction. But as that rapidly became possible, the next possibility emerged – full internet access. Now it’s here, we thought it’d be interesting to discuss the potential of the web – not just for those travelling, but for the staff on board the plane itself. For commuters using air travel, having the internet is invaluable. Not only does this mean you are able to do anything … >> Read More

When it comes to airline travel there are many aspects that can make your trip more difficult than it needs to be, but you will find that your travel will be more trouble free with using some of the latest free smartphone apps available. While there are certainly a lot of quality apps related to airline travel that are fee based, this article focuses solely on those which are free. The number of people with smartphones is constantly on the … >> Read More

The aircraft industry in China has been dominated by Boeing and Airbus for the last decade or two but change is in the air. That change is in the form of Comac (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China), as they are developing new aircraft models which are intended to directly compete with the Boeing and Airbus models currently being sold. The Comac model currently under development is the C919 which will serve as competition for the Airbus A320 and the Boeing … >> Read More

There are several start-up airlines looking to compete with major carriers on a number of levels, which is also likely to have an impact on airline rates. These newly formed competitors are trying to fast track their plans so they can start operating within the next year or less. Generally the process is quite lengthy due to the certifications needed, purchasing equipment and organizing employees & infrastructure. However, many new start-ups are finding ways to cut the time necessary so … >> Read More

As you may well know, Sun Country Airlines has been going through bankruptcy proceedings which may lead some to believe that this is a result of lower bookings and a depressed economy. The bankruptcy was actually a result of Sun Country Airline’s owner, Tom Petters, losing about $3.5 billion as a result of a ponzi scheme. Unfortunately this bankruptcy has hurt Sun Country Airlines reputation die in part to the fact that when people hear the word bankruptcy associated with … >> Read More

The cost of all types of oil based fuel has been rising in recent months which begs the question “how will the rising price of fuel impact low cost airlines?”. Now obviously the rising cost of fuel has a direct impact on the cost to fuel the jets and keep them in the air. However, that is just the beginning of the effects that rising fuel prices have on low cost airlines. Most of the airlines operating today use futures … >> Read More