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In the second part of this series, we bring you more airport line markings to explore. Always remember that these markings are vital to the smooth operation of airports. They help guide the pilots and keep them properly oriented, allowing the latter to deliver...

Ever wonder what those markings on the runway are when you travel on a plane? For ordinary travellers, these lines simply signify that we need to buckle up because we'll be landing or taking off soon. But for the pilots flying the plane, airport linemarkings signify...

The annual Prix Versailles is a set of architecture and design awards given by the French-based World Prix Versailles Organization. Each year, 24 finalists are chosen to compete in the Prix Versailles World Finale from the following categories:  Six Airports Six...

There's no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the aviation and travel industries the most. Airlines and airports across the world are reporting huge losses, and even the most optimistic timeframe for recovery is at least two years. Some analysts question...

August 2020 Update Work Begins at Western Sydney Aerotropolis Over 200 scrapers, excavators, graders, dump trucks and dozers are currently working their way around the Western Sydney International Airport Site moving earth to make way for the airport terminal, runway,...

Much to the delight of both residents and staff at the Asia Pacific Aircraft Storage in Alice Springs, four A380's flew in from Singapore last week. The aircraft, victims of the COVID-19 travel restrictions currently devastating the aviation industry, will join six...

Facial recognition at airports has long been discussed, and earlier this year, the technology was finally introduced into Las Angeles Airport on a trial basis. Facial recognition at LAX - known for its strict border checks and long immigration queues - aims to help...

It’s not just airlines that have an impact on your flying experience. Airports also influence our travel. Having an idea of what to expect from the airport you are flying from and the airport you are flying to helps with planning and reduces stress and panic at the...

With the Sydney Airport curfew in the spotlight once again, we thought we’d take a closer look at the busiest and best airports in Australia. It won’t surprise anyone that Sydney airport is the busiest, both in terms of passenger movements, aircraft movements and...

Runway markings and lights help pilots navigate the tarmac during takeoff and landing. However, some runways are so dangerous that pilots need extraordinary skill and experience to take off and land safely. Here are some of the shortest and most dangerous runways in...