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Without pilots, the plane doesn't fly. Here you can find the latest news about them!

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Small Airports & Odd Hours: When Airline Pilots Operate Without ATC

Airline pilots operate without ATC's presence from time to time.

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Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 at Los Angeles International Airport. 1
Alaska Airlines Pilots To Receive Raises Next Month

Thanks to a clause in the contract, the pilots will receive more than the initial rate.

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Some US Airline Pilots Are Fighting To Raise The Retirement Age

The world’s largest pilot union is not in favor of the possibility of retirement-age pilots being able to continue working for another two years.

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A Family Affair: The Relatives That Work Together At Finnair

Meet the Kaipainens, the wonderful flying Finnair family.

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What Do Fighter Pilots Wear In The Cockpit & Why?

Flight suits are made from fire-resistant Nomex.

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72.7% Of American Airlines’ Pilots Approve New Contract

Up to $1.1 billion will be paid as one-off bonuses and ratification.

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Why Lasers Pose Such A Threat To Pilots & Aircraft

A look at why pointing lasers at planes is unwise.

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A Fighter pilot wearing a mask, with another fighter jet flying just behind him. 1
Why Do Fighter Pilots Wear Masks?

Masks supply oxygen, as well as provide communication and protection.

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American Airlines Staff Pickets: What's The Latest?

American Airlines' employee work groups are seeking more pay during contract renegotiations.

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Layover Length: What Determines How Long Crews Stay Overnight?

The influencers of time spent in a destination city.

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What's In A Name: A Brief Guide To Military Pilot Callsigns

Military pilot callsigns are more than just identifiers.

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A Pilot Conducting A Pre-Flight Inspection. 1
Explained: The Importance Of Type Ratings For Commercial Pilots

Examining the legal credentials required to fly airliners.

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LATAM Pilot Pronounced Dead After Boeing 787 Diversion

The captain operating flight LA505 became unwell during the flight forcing the diversion.

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Tennessee One Southwest Airlines aircraft (livery honoring and modeled after the Tennessee state flag) docked at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport 1
United Airlines Boeing 777-222ER N219UA on approach. 1
United Airlines Pilot On Vacation In Maui Volunteers To Fly Plane To Mainland

The pilot has more than 30 years of experience flying aircraft.

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A Ryanair Boeing 737 MAX 8 taxiing to the runway. 1
How Ryanair Strikes In Belgium Will Impact This Week's Flights

Over 40 flights have been canceled for each strike day.

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Keeping Busy: Everything That Pilots Have To Do Between Flights

What pilots and their colleagues do during a "turn."

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How Do Pilots' Flying Schedules Impact When & What They Eat?

The ins and outs of eating in the air.

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Pay Rise: Lufthansa Reaches Long-Term Deal With Pilots

The agreement will see pilots' salaries increase up to 18% over the next four years.

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A Delta Air Lines Boeing 757-231 in SkyTeam Livery flying in the sky. 1