Op-Ed

Clearly labeled opinion pieces presenting argued viewpoints on aviation policy, strategy, or industry direction, supported by facts and disclosed perspectives.

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July 25, 2025

Op-Ed: On the Dreamliner Fuel Switch Inspections

India has instructed their airlines to inspect fuel switches on several Boeing models. Are these inspections warranted?

July 14, 2025

Op-Ed: AI171 Dual Fuel Switch Error, a Case of Pilot Fatigue?

Is the dual fuel control switch activation on Flight AI171 likely a case of pilot fatigue and human factors breakdown?

July 11, 2025

Op-Ed: On the Caribbean, Russian Airspace Closures

There's a long history of nations restricting their skies as a form of political arm-twisting.

July 7, 2025

Air India 171: Questions Mount as Regulator Faces Scrutiny

The crash of Air India Flight 171 continues to generate significant questions about aviation safety oversight in India.

June 24, 2025

Op-Ed: Is Commercial Aviation Getting Tired?

Following the tragic event involving Air India flight AI171, a simple question arises concerning the global aviation industry.

March 14, 2025

Op-Ed: IATA's 2050 Net-Zero Target Reality Check

The aviation industry must now realize that its net-zero emissions target by 2050 may be out of reach. 

February 10, 2025

Will the U.S. Finally Modernize Its Air Traffic System?

The U.S. wants to create a new air traffic control system after the fatal crash in Washington, D.C.

December 14, 2024

The Starlink Effect: Free In-flight Wi-Fi for All?

Several airlines will introduce free Starlink Wi-Fi, marking a shift in how we connect in the air.

December 1, 2024

How Airports Can Lead in Travel Accessibility

Modern airlines can engage in more inclusive airport designs, but what does that look like?

November 18, 2024

Why Spirit Airlines Considering Bankruptcy Isn't Bad

Filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy can provide several key benefits for Spirit Airlines.

November 7, 2024

How the 2024 U.S. Election Could Impact Aviation

How might this election's outcome shape the near future of the U.S. aviation industry?

October 20, 2024

Op-Ed: Bomb Hoax Chaos Disrupts Indian Aviation

The recent spate of bomb threat hoaxes targeting Indian carriers has rhyme but no reason.

May 14, 2024

Twin Aisle in the Middle East: An Overlooked Success

What role did large-scale airliners play in unlocking aviation in the Middle East?

April 13, 2024

The State of Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Air at One Year

Airways examines Riyadh Air's progress in its first year and looks ahead to what we can anticipate leading up to Spring 2025.