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Airlines rarely announce how much water they carry; excess potable water adds weight, but little water is no good either.

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Explained: Inside the Flight Deck’s Post-Flight Shutdown

When an airliner turns off its engines at the gate or ramp, the flight deck doesn’t simply go dark and stay that way.

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Explained: How Airports Manage Wildlife Hazards

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In an era of satellites and AI, it might seem surprising that many of aviation’s weather tools still follow decades-old formats.

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Explained: How Pilots Fly Without Air Traffic Control

To the average person, the idea of an aircraft flying without communicating with air traffic control may seem unimaginable.

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November 26, 2025
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Explained: Why Lockheed Left the Airliner Business

Lockheed is best known for fighters and space projects, but it once played a significant role in commercial aviation.

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