Commercial Aviation

Articles about commercial aircraft for passenger transportation or cargo hauling. Covers everything between small and light airplanes to jumbo-sized aircraft.

How Much Fuel Does an Airplane Use?

With climate change concerns headlining the world's agenda, people are focusing on more sustainable ways of living. Combined with the fact that fuel prices continue to increase, many of us are left wondering, "how much fuel does an airplane use?" A plane such as the Boeing

Tobias Holm
Commercial Aviation
How high does an airplane fly? Commercial jets usually flies between 31,000 and 38,000 feet.

How High Does An Airplane Fly?

Discover how high commercial airplanes fly and why this altitude provides the most fuel efficiency and the safest ride.

Tobias Holm
Commercial Aviation
How does aircraft Wi-Fi work on modern jet airliners? Usually it uses a satellite connection to provide Wi-Fi.

How Does Aircraft Wi-Fi Work?

Learn about the technology behind aircraft Wi-Fi, what it does, and how it works.

Tobias Holm
Commercial Aviation
How often do pilots work? Here's what you need to know.

How Often Do Pilots Work?

How often do pilots work and do they get holidays off? Do pilots have a lot of free time? Here's what you need to know.

Tobias Holm
Commercial Aviation
The location of the wright brothers' first flight

The Location of the Wright Brothers' First Flight

The Wright brothers' first flight was only 12 seconds long, but it changed the world. Learn about the Wright brother's first flight, where it took place, and what is there today.

Tobias Holm
Commercial Aviation
Every passenger is required to follow these rules when flying with liquid aboard. Learn why.

Liquid On An Airplane: Everything You Need To Know

Some liquids may be allowed in your carry-on on a flight. But strict rules limit how much you can bring. Here's everything you need to know.

Tobias Holm
Commercial Aviation
Learn more about when the airplane was invented.

When Was the Airplane Invented?

The world's first powered and controlled heavier-than-air machine was invented by the Wright brothers. Their "Wright Flyer", was the first of its kind ever to take off.

Tobias Holm
Commercial Aviation

How Fast Do Commercial Planes Fly?

The speed of commercial aircraft varies depending on factors like the type of plane and the size of the aircraft. Moreover, in aviation, speed is measured in different ways.

Tobias Holm
Commercial Aviation