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Spirit Airlines shutdown marks the end of one of the most recognizable low-cost airline models in the United States. On May 2, 2026, Spirit said it had started an orderly wind-down of operations, canceled all flights, and told customers not to go to the airport. The company also said customer service was no longer available. … Read more
Passenger to freighter conversions are becoming a larger part of the air cargo market as airlines, lessors, and cargo operators look for more flexible ways to use existing aircraft. Global trade depends on constant movement. Aircraft, ships, trucks, trains, warehouses, and logistics networks all work together to move goods across borders and between markets. When … Read more
Buying a used jet is not only a question of price, age, or appearance. It is a transaction that combines technical review, legal diligence, maintenance analysis, and operational planning. A well-presented aircraft can still carry material risk if the records are weak, major inspections are near, or the ownership history creates title or closing issues. … Read more
For aircraft buyers in 2026, the main tax point is clear. If an aircraft qualifies, the buyer may claim 100 percent bonus depreciation in the first year. That can change the after-tax cost of a deal in a meaningful way. Still, the rule does not apply by default. The aircraft, the ownership structure, and the … Read more
The King Air 350 vs PC-12 choice comes down to mission fit. Both aircraft have strong reputations. Both attract serious buyers. The better option depends on how you plan to use the aircraft. Most buyers should focus on four things. Look at passenger count, runway needs, trip type, and ownership goals. Those points shape the … Read more
NASA’s Artemis II mission brought fresh attention back to the Moon after the crew splashed down on April 10, 2026, following a nearly 10-day lunar flyby. That mission did not land astronauts on the Moon, but it did reinforce a bigger point. The Moon is once again central to the future of spaceflight. Helium 3 … Read more
The United States did not stop going to the Moon because it lost the ability to get there. It stopped because Apollo was never just a scientific project. It was a Cold War mission shaped by politics, prestige, and money. In the 1960s, the space race gave the Moon enormous symbolic value. The Soviet Union … Read more
NASA is targeting the Artemis II launch for Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 6:24 p.m. EDT from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This mission will be the first crewed flight of the Artemis program. It will also be the first time astronauts fly aboard NASA’s SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft. What Is Artemis II Artemis … Read more
Dassault Aviation officially rolled out the Falcon 10X today. This new flagship business jet competes at the top of the ultra-long-range market. It rivals aircraft such as the Bombardier Global 7500 and the Gulfstream G700. Furthermore, the Falcon 10X promises industry-leading cabin comfort, advanced avionics, and intercontinental performance. Largest Cabin in Business Aviation One of … Read more
The Dawn of High-Speed LEO Aviation For decades, in-flight Wi-Fi was an expensive and slow luxury. Legacy systems relied heavily on Geostationary (GEO) satellites located approximately 35,786 kilometers away. As a result, this massive distance caused delays and frequent signal dropouts. At best, the service is used for emails and text messages. Today, the landscape … Read more