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Senior SAA pilot fired for flying with fake licence for 20 years

A senior pilot had to resign from SAA after it was discovered that he had flown commercial airplanes for more than 20 years with a fake licence, says a report.

Authorities ID Iowa pilot who died in Nebraska glider crash

BLAIR, Neb. (AP) – Authorities say the fatal crash of a glider near Blair Airport occurred soon after the aircraft’s canopy opened unexpectedly as the glider was being towed aloft. Nebr…

SkyDeck Design Puts Luxury Seats on Top of Aircraft

Windspeed Technologies' new SkyDeck design concept boasts an in-flight experience like no other.

3 things I learned about the 40K hobby by building a scale model airplane

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Why should I hire an air charter broker when I can do it myself?

Why should I hire an air charter broker when I can do it myself? Find out an answer to this and many other questions about private jet charters.

Private Jet Charter Safety: Why Not to Book on Price Alone

In an era of Jet Marts, Stratos explains why private jet charter safety should be your' first priority when booking flights, and what happens when it's not.

How Does a Helicopter Work

Watching a helicopter take off and land is always intriguing. After all, it seems as though the gravity defying mechanisms of the helicopter work just like magic, and it is true that every aircraft is made with an emphasis on perfection. Although helicopters have gone through a series of transformations over the years, the basic fundamentals … Continue reading "How Does a Helicopter Work"

Is It a Helicopter? Is It a Plane? Is It a Jeep? Yes.

A U.S. military robotic flying machine that can carry a variety of snap-on loads is due for testing by next year

Why helicopter airliners haven’t happened

If we could travel by helicopter, it would save us time and lessen the need for building large, expensive airports. So what’s stopping us? Stephen Dowling investigates.

6 Things to Know About Helicopter Rides

Thinking of booking a helicopter ride? Whether you're flying above New York or the Grand Canyon, here are 6 things you need to know!

Why should every couple opt-in for helicopter tours?

How One Man's Love of Aviation Let Seacoast Helicopters Take Off

If you're considering starting a business in the transportation industry, check out this inside look at a successful helicopter service.

Tips for the Perfect In-Air Proposal

You’ve finally met the love of your life, and you want nothing more than to ask them for their hand in marriage. Planning a proposal is an exciting time

This crazy RC helicopter doesn't care about physics at all

Drones are cool, but like all technology, still imperfect. But while the tech world is focusing on them, this RC helicopter blows them out of the water.

Why You Should Never Miss Out on a Grand Canyon Deluxe Helicopter Tour

Whether you’re going to the Grand Canyon for the first time or you’ve been there several times, there are a few reasons why you should always take advantage of a Grand Canyon Deluxe Helicopter Tour. It’s a great way to get a bird’s eye view of the canyon, but it’s also a great way to…

Why Tho? Helicopter mom can stick to helicoptering her own kid

How do you tell the local helicopter parent that your kid doesn't want a travel buddy?

What Is Helicopter Parenting?

Confused about how to be an involved parent without smothering your kids?

Are You a Helicopter Parent? 10 Telltale Signs

Helicopter parents: It's the name given to the obsessively protective moms and dads who "hover" around their kids. Of course, those kids end up becoming helpless teenagers and adults who always look for mama to swoop in and save them—a major parenting no-no. But what exactly separates the garden-variety parent from one that can't seem to give her kids a little space? Are you a helicopter parent? Check out some of the most obvious signs.

How to helicopter parent the right way

What's a loving (but not coddling), supportive (but not psychotic), and well-intentioned (non-tiger) parent to do?