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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.

Why I'm giving up flying

We all know the day will come when we will fly as PIC no more, whether because we keel over dead, get too sick to pass the medical, feel that our skills have deteriorated irreversibly, burn out on aviation, or simply run out of money. For me, a combination of factors added up to an important question.

the future of aviation or just wishful thinking?

With emissions targets to hit and oil running out, it's time to take electric planes seriously.

How technology is supporting the aviation industry

As a highly-regulated sector, the aviation industry is utterly dependent on the use of technology. Sameer Makhija, Business Development Director – IMEA Asset Management Solution at Infor, tells Intelligent CIO how the company is supporting the sector. An airport is like a mini city and is home to a multitude of different types of assets, […]

20 Fun Facts About Aircraft Maintenance

Consider a career in aircraft maintenance! Here are 20 Fun Facts About Aircraft Maintenance. Learn more!

The Cold Facts for Aircraft Maintenance Teams in Extreme Weather

The Cold Facts for Aircraft Maintenance Teams in Extreme Weather

Should People Consider Transitioning Into Aircraft Maintenance From Their Current Careers? |

These days, there has been more and more attention paid to careers in STEM — science, technology, engineering, and math. These careers are expected to play a major role in the ability of the U.S. to maintain its competitiveness and innovation over time. It’s not just younger people who are thinking more about STEM careers. … Continue reading Should People Consider Transitioning Into Aircraft Maintenance From Their Current Careers? →

What It Takes to Become an Aircraft Maintenance Professional

Aircraft Maintenance Tips: Spring Cleaning for Your Aircraft

It's essential to bring your aircraft out of “hangar hibernation” this spring with proper cleaning, inspection, and preventative maintenance.

These things don't take place on modern commercial aircraft

Are spiders really waiting to attack in an aircraft lavatory? Travelers can do themselves a favor by forgetting these three aircraft safety myths.

Aircraft Maintenance Is Growing More Expensive. How Are Airlines Adapting?

The maintenance, repair and overhaul sector has been undergoing a transformation, and airlines are changing their strategies in response.

How 3D printing is shaping the future of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul

Aerospace accounts for roughly 20% of the additive manufacturing market, reports find

Why don't drones use small versions of commercial aircraft engines?

Faster, lighter, and better range. Why microturbines are the future of unmanned flight.

Is This The Future Of Aviation?

Increased situational awareness? There's an app for that.

The Aviation and Aerospace Industry: Emerging Trends and Technologies

Aircraft may look the same as always on the outside, but new technologies have fundamentally changed aviation.

You Know You’re Addicted To Aviation When…

...you have to write a post about it....you almost crash your car because you are craning your neck to look out the sunroof at landing aircraft....you notice airport codes on license plates...

This plane makes aviation easy

Flying the Icon A5 is so intuitive, novices can learn to pilot it in under 30 hours.

Aviation Startups Making Progress, But Can They Disrupt The Industry?

The reality is still not yet on par with the visions for a broad range of aviation industry dreams.