Aviation Features, News and Reviews

SAFE AND EASY
2012 Cirrus
The newest Cirrus plane boasts improved safety features, state-of-the-art design and more flexible seating options. Fly in style to a round of weekend golf or to important meetings.

The Sennheiser S1 Headset features the latest technology in order to allow for clear communication

CLEAR SKIES AHEAD
Sennheiser S1 Headset
Featuring adaptive noise reduction and Bluetooth phone and music connectivity, this smart headset allows for clear and reliable in-flight communication.

GAMBLING DREAMS
Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Thousands were on hand to witness the first flight of Boeing's new carbon-composite commercial aircraft, which boasts better fuel efficiency and an improved passenger cabin.

Our own Sophie Gayot with chef Michael Chiarello of Bottega in Napa, CA

DINNER AT 35,000 FEET
New Dining Menu for Delta
Chef Michael Chiarello of Bottega has designed new menus for Delta's Business Elite Class. Read on to find out more about the remarkable dishes that will be served on this menu.

GRAND ADVENTURE
Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours
Las Vegas-based tour company Papillon Airways is offering exclusive new helicopter flight packages that showcase the grandeur and beauty of the Grand Canyon.

A Papillon Airways helicopter surrounded by the imposing walls of the Grand Canyon

The Terrafugia Transition on the runway and ready for take off

CAN YOUR CAR FLY?
Terrafugia Transition
This one-of-a-kind light aircraft, which also doubles as a street-legal car, is scheduled for a late 2011 production launch after being given a special weight exemption by the FAA.

THE SPIRIT OF AVIATION
Experimental Aircraft Association
Dedicated to flying, building and restoring antique aircrafts, the Experimental Aircraft Association is a worldwide 170,000-member organization.

Emirates' Terminal 3 features futuristic design

TRAVELERS' DELIGHT
Emirates’ Dubai Terminal 3
The massive $4.5-billion terminal features striking design and a range of luxury amenities befitting a gateway to the futuristic city of Dubai.

BRINGING BACK THE ZEPPELIN
Airship Ventures Zeppelin Flights
A historical airship takes flight in the U.S. for the first time in 71 years, now that Airship Ventures is offering scenic tours of Northern California aboard the flight vessel.

Airship Venture's Zeppelin NT airship on the ground

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(Updated: 01/24/12 BH)

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