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4 weeks ago

The world's first passenger jet was a luxurious death trap. Now it's been brought back to life

The de Havilland DH106 Comet revolutionized air travel as the world's first commercial jetliner, marking the beginning of the jet age.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Supersonic flight is on its way back. I went on board the first Concorde, where it all began.

Revival of supersonic passenger travel is on the horizon, particularly with Boom Supersonic aiming for 2029.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Skydiver Felix Baumgartner, first to fall faster than speed of sound, killed in paraglide fall

Felix Baumgartner, famed for a record-breaking 2012 skydive from the edge of space, died in a paragliding accident in central Italy at the age of 56.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Has Air Travel Ever Been Good?

Of YouTube's many microgenres, one of the most popular and most enduring is the airplane meltdown. There are thousands or maybe millions of these videos online: Passengers going nuts over spilled drinks or supposedly bad service; flight cancellations turning grown adults feral.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Today in History: July 2, Civil Rights Act signed into law

July 2 marks multiple significant historical events, including key civil rights legislation, the declaration of independence, and notable tragedies.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

America's oldest bombers have officially been flying for the Air Force for 70 years

"For seven decades, the B-52 has stood as a symbol of American airpower. With its unmistakable silhouette and dual-capable nature, it serves as a visible and credible strategic deterrent for the United States and its allies."
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fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Pan Am returns to JFK Airport with flight commemorating Southern and Northern Trans-Atlantic routes

Pan Am commemorated its legacy with a nostalgic flight from JFK, offering a luxury travel experience harking back to its historical significance.
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2 months ago

London's Alleys: Beverley Path, SW13

The Beverley Brook Walk in Barnes highlights the area's historical significance and transformation over time.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Air India: What you need to know after crash DW 06/12/2025

The recent crash of an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner highlights the airline's tumultuous history and the challenges it faces under the Tata Group's ownership.
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