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From 2016 (YouTube Edition): Think You Might Be Interested In Building An Airplane?… Anyone who is even slightly interested in building their own airplane is aware that thousands of homebuilt airplanes have been built by people who were not experts in airplane building or things mechanical. Even though it is well proven it can be done, it might still be hard to take the first step to start an airplane project. Now, CubCrafters has come out with a way to get you started. ANN’s News Editor, Tom Patton, checked in with CubCrafters’ Director of Global Marketing, John Whitish, while at…

Also: Purdue In Space?, 4 SpecOps Lost In Helo Crash, Solid-Fuel Ramjet, Ultra-High Airspace Over FL The US Army recently confirmed its plans to thin out its active duty aviation ranks, cutting 6,500 positions as it phases in unmanned systems. The changes are slated to begin in the coming months and continue through fiscal year 2027. Currently, about 30,000 soldiers serve in aviation roles ranging from pilots to support crews. By the time the cuts are finished, roughly one in five of those positions will be gone. Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy announced that the FAA met and exceeded…

It’s common for airlines to have inconsistent business class products across their fleet, which often raises the question of what it’s appropriate for airlines to advertise. That brings us to Cyprus Airways, the national airline of Cyprus, which might be taking a few too many liberties… Cyprus Airways’ incredible A220 business class Cyprus Airways has a fleet of six planes, including four Airbus A220 and two A320s. I’d argue the airline has the world’s most impressive A220 business class. The seats are in a 2-2 configuration. Not only that, but the seats have a staggering 46″ of pitch, which is…

In the 1990s, McDonald’s took its golden arches to new heights, literally. Partnering with Swiss regional airline Crossair, the fast-food giant introduced McPlane, a flying restaurant that promised burgers, fries, and milkshakes served thousands of feet in the air. The aircraft was fully branded inside and out, transforming an ordinary regional jet into a high-profile airline marketing experiment unlike anything aviation had seen before. While its run was short-lived, the McPlane captured public imagination and remains a curious chapter in both airline and fast-food history. Equal parts publicity stunt and customer experience, it reflected a moment when brands were willing…

The United States is reassessing its Preclearance program in Canadian airports due to low passenger numbers. The service has been available at many airports across Canada for several decades, but travel between the US has been on the decline. US Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra suggested the program no longer makes business sense, claiming it is the US government that pays to keep it all running. Ending the program would be a blow to Canadian airlines, which have benefited from easier access to the US for their passengers. US Could End Canada Airport Preclearance Credit: US Border and Customs As reported…

The story of the Boeing 777 family is one of the most important in the world of commercial aviation. Each version of this watershed aircraft has had its moment, much like actors on a stage. Two really stole the show, while the more exotic variant, the Boeing 777-200LR, remained mostly in the background. The 777-200ER and the 777-300ER emerged as some of the best widebodies to ever fly. The 777 succeeded Boeing’s first widebody twinjet, the 767, and showed the world just how great the platform could be for both the economics of the notoriously volatile flying business and the…

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Many articles have been written about the upcoming Boeing 777X family of aircraft, and for good reason, as the line has been a long time coming thanks to disruptions caused initially by COVID shutdowns, the subsequent supply chain issues that have plagued the industry, not to mention the legal battles the manufacturer has been dealing with since high-profile crashes in recent years. Manufacturer Boeing ICAO Code B77F IATA Code 77F Engine Count 2 Engine Manufacturer General Electric Engine Name GE9X After all that, series production finally began for the 777-8F, the freight variant of the 777X, on July 21 this…

Lockheed Martin has long been a cornerstone of global air power, with aircraft like the F-35 Lightning II, the C-5M Super Galaxy, and the C-130 Hercules family forming the backbone of the air fleets of dozens of nations. From stealth fighters to heavy-lift transports, Lockheed designs embody not only cutting-edge technology but also interoperability across allied nations. Tracking which air forces operate the largest Lockheed fleets offers a unique lens on strategic partnerships, modernization priorities, and raw operational capacity. While global rankings often emphasize raw fleet size, looking specifically at Lockheed-built aircraft highlights their strategic roles rather than just numbers.…

On September 26, 2025, the Indian Air Force retired its last Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 Bison fighter jets after more than 60 years of active service.  This fast and nimble Soviet-designed fighter was for many years the workhorse of the Indian Air Force combat squadrons, which operated several versions of this type.   Since 1964, the Indian Air Force operated a total of 872 MiG-21s, 840 of which were, since 1966, built locally in India under license by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)  Indian MiG-21s saw extensive frontline service during the multiple armed clashes with Pakistan that have taken place in the last…