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The not-so-mysterious world of Black Boxes
Before I begin, my heart goes out to those who lost their loved ones last month in the terrible crash in India. A few days in and the...
arzannrustom
Jul 61 min read


How to capture the perfect Take-off Shot
Full disclosure: I'm still trying to get that perfect shot but here's how I'm practicing! If you’ve ever spotted someone standing near an...
arzannrustom
May 41 min read


Bonus Edition: Top Aviation Destinations for Enthusiasts
I was planning a holiday and thought about putting together this helpful summary for anyone also planning one. Factor museums and air...
arzannrustom
Apr 202 min read


Hydrogen and electric flight? Are they the future of Green Flying ?
Aviation has always been about speed and distance. But in the 21st century, it’s also about something else: sustainability. Can planes...
arzannrustom
Apr 61 min read


The rise of Low-Cost Carriers and how they continue to shape commercial flight
Flying used to be glamorous — and expensive. Today, it’s often cheaper to grab a quick flight than a train ticket. Who do we thank (or...
arzannrustom
Mar 21 min read


The Business of Airline Liveries
Why do airlines spend millions painting their planes? Because a livery is more than decoration — it’s a flying billboard, a national...
arzannrustom
Feb 21 min read


The coded language of Pilots and ATC
Happy New Year to you all! Here's hoping the year brings in many more flying hours - at the flight deck or back in the cabin. This...
arzannrustom
Jan 51 min read


Why Airlines care so much about On-Time Performance
Yes, its that time of the year - snowstorms and holidays! And along with that.... “Your flight is delayed.” Few words sting a traveller...
arzannrustom
Dec 1, 20241 min read


Airports with the Craziest Landings in the World
It's time to book holidays for next year! And just like all airline seats aren't created equal, not all runways are created equal either....
arzannrustom
Nov 3, 20241 min read


Who designs airline seats (and why they can feel, well...#@%$#)
Love them or hate them, airline seats are one of the most debated parts of flying. But who actually decides whether you get a comfy ride...
arzannrustom
Oct 6, 20241 min read


What Really Happens During a Go-Around
You’re sitting by the window, watching the runway rush closer… and suddenly, the engines roar, the nose points up, and the plane climbs...
arzannrustom
Sep 1, 20241 min read


The Pandora's Box of the Bermuda Triangle
Few places on Earth spark as much imagination as the Bermuda Triangle — that mysterious patch of ocean where planes and ships supposedly...
arzannrustom
Aug 4, 20241 min read


Why I still fly on a Flight Simulator (yes, the video game!)
Ask an aviation geek about their weekend plans, and don’t be surprised if they say: “Flying from Dubai to London.” On a computer . Flight...
arzannrustom
Jul 7, 20241 min read


What a career in Aviation might look like without becoming a Pilot
When people think “aviation career,” the cockpit usually comes to mind - I know I did! But here’s a refresher that took me a while to...
arzannrustom
Jun 2, 20241 min read


Defunct Airlines That Shaped Today’s Industry
Airlines come and go, but some leave behind legacies that shaped aviation forever. Let’s take a quick nostalgic tour. Pan Am (1927–1991)...
arzannrustom
May 5, 20241 min read


How Next-Gen engines are driving Aviation Efficiency
When you think of airplane engines, “efficient” might not be the first word that comes to mind. Loud? Yes. Powerful? Absolutely. But...
arzannrustom
Apr 7, 20241 min read


Aviation in Movies - The ones that Got It Right (and Wrong)
I was recently watching a movie "Flight" where Denzel Washington saved a plane from crashing but couldn't help notice some of the ways in...
arzannrustom
Mar 3, 20242 min read


What It’s Like to Be a Pilot (or so I thought)
We all know the romance of being a pilot: crisp uniforms, the view above the clouds, the thrill of takeoff. But what’s life at 35,000...
arzannrustom
Feb 4, 20241 min read


The Evolution of the A320 & 737 Families
Firstly, Happy New Year! I've often noticed that the holidays are the best time to spot celebrities at famous coffee shops (my go-to is a...
arzannrustom
Jan 7, 20242 min read


The Orchestra behind Air Traffic Control
Christmas is just around the corner! Hopefully you'll be hearing a lot of calm voices from the the cockpit on your next flight - usually...
arzannrustom
Dec 3, 20232 min read
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