In my life, I have always followed Russian aeronautics. It is sad to think that it’s airplane industry too will tank. I made a trip one year to Russia and I toured St. Petersburg and Moscow - and both did not disappoint. Putin had not taken over yet and both cities were lively and I thought Russia w...
Jump to postI was shocked at first - then thought about it. This is typical of most American CEOs and top execs today. They rarely will stay with their company long enough to make a difference. Make some quick and large amount of cash - and split for a new pickings.
Jump to postThanks for your replies. I guess there is no reason for Tu95s to fly over Ukraine. I am looking forward to the day when Ukraine will have sent Russia back to its own border and Crimea is free.
Jump to postI recently saw a ANKA news report that showed a Russian TU95 shot down. Is this true?
Jump to postOnce a nations’ leader gets strongly involved in an airlines’ operations - damage will begin. Malev comes to mind.
Jump to postOnce a nations’ leader gets strongly involved in an airlines’ operations - damage will begin. Malev comes to mind.
Jump to postThis reminds me of kids - everyone wants the newest “thing”. Then, when they get the thing - they are bored with it. Such waste of money and tech. Some in our world have so much and many, many others, desperately dire. Disgusting.
Jump to postAre there any areas around MSY to watch planes land and take off? I live in Lafayette and I don’t think there is much to look at or anywhere to view planes.
Jump to postI liked the previous livery, but I for one, like Eurowhite liveries. I don’t like advertising for going to Dizzyland, e-mail addresses, or kid art. The perfect livery today? Lufthansa. Beautiful, modern, and neatly to the point. And the lines of their airplanes show up beautifully.
Jump to postThe only hilarious cabin service I ever experienced was on a AZ 727 from Milan - CDG. The meal offering that day was roast beef sandwiches. I was seating midway in the tourist cabin. Two carts started from either end of the cabin. Suddenly, pax started yelling “Aqua!” from one end of the cabin and t...
Jump to postI have noticed that the A340s belonging to Kam Air have their doors and emergency exit doors left open. Is it safe to assume they are W/O?
Jump to postI have seen the news footage of the cabin when Alexei Navalny became ill. Does anyone know what airline he was flying on? Also, how will he fly to Germany? An airline or government aircraft? Good luck Mr. Navalny!
Jump to postIn the early 70s, I was a steward with a company based at Love Field in Dallas. We had 2 Grumman G-2s and a G-1, plus 2 Jetstars. I remember seeing at Shreveport, La. and on occasion at Savannah, Ga. Delta DC-8-63s. Shreveport could have been a military charter (?) and we were told in Savannah a Ser...
Jump to postGood luck MC-21! Remember - your overseas success will depend on tech assistance and - parts availability. Welcome to the fold.
Jump to postI wonder at times, if the technology of new airliners has outpaced the actual needs of some airlines. I get the logic of 2 engines over 4 thinking, but really something like COVID-19, should make aircraft makers and the airlines take a breath and think - do we need so many different options? The des...
Jump to postThe deserts are full of “the latest and greatest” new airliners.
Jump to postWhat happened to the A330F? It seemed perfect for some airlines.
Jump to postDeserts are full of “new and improved” airliners which were never to their full potential. How about slowing down a bit?
Jump to postI have 3 models with the label titled “Historic Models of England”. Does anyone know if this company exists or was it absorbed into another firm? The models are an Aeroflot Ily-86, the other is an Armenian Airlines example. Third model is a Aviogenex Tu-134. All 3 models are high quality and detail....
Jump to postI believe the TU-114 was one of the most beautiful airliners ever built. I have only seen one and it was on display at the entrance to Domodedovo Airport in Moscow. Sadly, shortly after, it went to the crusher. What a waste of this important aircraft in history.
Jump to postAs a young man, I remember some pilots told me that airplanes can fly indefinitely with proper maintainence. Man, did time prove them wrong!
Jump to postI had an somewhat similar experience that was memorable about a Texas International FA that was killed in crash involving one of their Convair 660s in Arkansas. I think it was in the 70’s. I had flown on her flight as a passenger from LCH - DAL. She was beautiful and very professional. I had such a ...
Jump to postI would love to see the end of the Greyhound Bus livery! I think though they are stuck with this one.
Jump to postThe only Chinese airline I have ever flown was on a Cathay 777 from Saigon - Hong Kong. It was a very pleasant flight to the wonderful airport in HK - one of my favorite cities. I hope you survive Cathay and HK. I have to agree with an earlier post - one can’t serve two masters. Good luck.
Jump to postThere is another belly landing by a Russian airliner in history. A Tu-104 bellied landed in the Neva River in St. Petersburg. I recently came across this incident on the “The History Guy” on YouTube. I learned 2 things. This aircraft stayed afloat and was towed ashore with no pax injuries and Tu-104...
Jump to postBravo KLM! A great effort for us to use common sense in our lives and a subtle realistic assessment of Earths’ environment today. Your current promotion is a sound one and, if I may say - very Dutch. It’s just a good suggestion by KLM for us to remember to think of others on our planet. As for those...
Jump to postMany years ago, I remember hearing an oft told tale that AF flight crews would get wine included on their meal trays. Fact or fiction? As for KEs’ incident? I can only say I have worked along side 2 Korean colleagues. One, had work that was seamlessly perfect and the other, bullheaded, but got the j...
Jump to postEvery-time I see one of Deltas’ 767-400s, I think they certainly got their money’s worth.
Jump to postI live in Lake Charles, Louisiana (LCH). We are experiencing outstanding weather now. On my way to the local dog park, I noticed work going on around the runway up to the road. With great weather and better view of the runway and terminal, brought back memories of viewing parks at other airports I’v...
Jump to postWhether it is a “Max” or a “Neo” or the plethora of other marketing names, the most important title is “trust”. Today it is missing from the 737 Max. Yes, you professionals and some enthusiasts are well aware of the technical abilities of today’s airliners - BUT most customers do not even know what ...
Jump to postI’ll say it. Wasn’t a major S7 executive recently killed in a plane crash in Germany? Just saying..........
Jump to postAww come on! Don’t you want some cartoon characters, web site addresses, ads for everything imaginable, and other ultimately boring muck on planes? All the planes need are some decent lettering and geometric designs that compliment the lines of the airplane and the airline. My idea of the perfect li...
Jump to postThe pictures of the newest Boeing are certainly impressive. I wonder though about those long, impressive wings. The folding winglets hardly seem worth it when looking at rest of the wing. I’m sure that Boeing felt it was necessary and not a gimmick. I remember many years ago there was an article abo...
Jump to postWhat is the probability of a purpose-built version happening? The pax version is certainly impressive.
Jump to postThe MS livery should fit nicely on the 787-9 body. Can’t wait to see it when it is completed.
Jump to postI just wanted to mention an incident that happened to me with my Mom on a flight from IAH - CDG. My Mom had never been to Europe much less Paris so it was to be a special trip. Our a/c was United 777-200 and it was packed. The window seat was occupied by a fellow Louisianan who was on his way to his...
Jump to postI had a great trip to St. Petersburg and Moscow. I had a great time, but came away thinking - these are a great people and country still looking for a great leader. Maybe one day - a great Russian leader.
Jump to postHow would a tire blow-out lead to a write-off?
Jump to postHow would a tire blow-out lead to a write-off?
Jump to postI've had 2 instances with drunks - both handled brilliantly by the cabin staff. The first was on a Finnair flight from JFK - Helsinki. My seat mate was going on to Warsaw and he was a little drunk when he got on. The FAs in time tried to avoid him as much s they could, but then he started to get lou...
Jump to postMaybe AA has fallen into the ol' "I'm too big to fail - or do wrong" trap.
Jump to postI don't mean to insult - but what attraction does St. Louis have to a European?
Jump to postI'm curious to know how can passengers be suffering in a A310 when compared to a A321 on such long routes? I admit I've never been a passenger in a narrow body long distance, but I would dread the experience.
Jump to postI'm curious to know is there anyone who knows what happened to these planes? I lived in Dallas at the time and anytime people saw these planes on the runway, they stopped. They were stunners for sure - and truly works of art. I'm sure they went to the crusher a long time ago. Now those were a liveri...
Jump to postA very beautiful plane and livery! No cartoon characters, internet addresses, or anything else that would interfere with the graceful lines of this airlines' aircraft. Job well done and probably very cost efficient too.
Jump to postDuring a 1997 visit to Potsdam for the day I was walking in a garden in front of one of the palaces when I heard very distinctive engine sounds. Above were a Junkers 52 and a DC-3 in parallel. What a fantastic sight! This young couple approached me and asked what was it. When i told them, they shrug...
Jump to postThis won't make me friends on here, but isn't time we have fewer flights, larger aircraft, and gulp - high speed trains between some cities (at least in the US)?
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