First Commercial Flight
Posted on September 10, 2008 Filed Under airplane history | Leave a Comment
On January 1, 1914, while much of Europe was embroiled in a war. A small Benoist (pronounced Ben-wah or Ben-weest) Model 14 seaplane took off from St. Petersburg, Florida, and traveled 20 miles across Tampa Bay to land in Tampa, Florida. The pilot on this first commercial airline voyage was Anthony Jannus.
His paying passenger was the mayor of St Petersburg, Abraham C. Pheil, who bought the first airline ticket at auction for $400. (The airline donated the money to the city for the purchase of harbor lights.)
That first flight included a stop in Tampa Bay to repair a drive chain, which would be a recurring problem with the Benoist. It’s ironic that the first commercial flight also had the world’s first airline delay. Read more
Hopping a Flight to Paris and how to plan one
Posted on September 7, 2008 Filed Under Airline Tickets, Flight Plans | Leave a Comment
When planning a trip to Paris you need to know what steps to take to enjoy your vacation to Paris.
One of the first things you have to do is to plan your time so that you know what you are doing everyday and you are not running around like chicken with its head cut off looking for something.
So lets get started:
You might want to pick out your hotel so when you get there you will be able to go right to you your room after a long trip, since everyone will likely feel tried. Choose your hotel to fit your needs. You have to decide where you want to visit in Paris. For instance, if you want to visit the museums, you may want to consider the Eiffel Towel in Paris. Perhaps you would prefer a hotel on Paris’s beautiful riverbanks. This is something you have to decide. Read more
The Importance of Staying Calm on International Flights
Posted on September 7, 2008 Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment
Each day, a large number of American citizens hit the sky. While many are only traveling from one state to another, there are some who are traveling from one country to another. If you are one of those individuals, you may be nervous, rightfully so. If you are a first-time flyer or if you have a problem with flying in general, it is advised that you learn to calm your nerves as much as possible. Although it may seem impossible to do, there are a number of benefits to doing so, namely for your own safety.
Unfortunately, in today’s society it seems as if air travel has gotten a little bit out of control. Airport security, airline personnel, as well as other passengers, are all concerned with their safety. While it is important to be concerned with your safety and the safety of others, it is seem as if what it takes to make everyone feel unsafe has also gotten a little bit out of control. If you are on an airplane, especially on an international flight, and someone carelessly mentioned the word bomb, your flight would probably land at the nearest airport. The same can be said for uncooperative passengers. That is why it is extremely important that you remain calm, aboard an airplane, at all times. Read more
How To Make Sure You Have A Safe Flight
Posted on September 1, 2008 Filed Under Actual Flight, aircrafts | 1 Comment
When you fly on the commercial airlines of the United States, you are flying on the safest, most efficient form of transportation. When the rare accident does occur, more and more people survive due to advances in aircraft manufacturing and design, air traffic control technology, emergency planning, and cabin safety.
Aviation manufacturers, air carriers, and the Federal Aviation Administration are proud of their contributions to aviation’s impressive safety record. You, the air traveler, play a very important role in aviation safety. You can take responsibility for your own safety.
Listen To The Safety Briefing
Keep Your Seat Belt Fastened
Obey Carry-On Baggage Restrictions
Wear Sensible Clothing Fly Smart.
Fly Smart. Be responsible for your safety and make your safe trip even safer.
Getting Cheap Air Flights on Discount Airline Ticket
Posted on August 29, 2008 Filed Under Airline Tickets | Leave a Comment
A simple out of town vacation with your family could be very relaxing. Driving across the open highway and tasting the refreshing scenery you always long to enjoy. But, if you do this every weekend, you surely would want to take your family to some different location where you all can enjoy the new experience.
So what’s stopping? Ahh.., The ticket prices. Right?
Okay, here’s your real score: You cannot take your family on an exotic island trip or an adventure weekend simply because you cannot afford to buy round trip tickets in the first place. And it is very impossible to spend your whole day driving to another place and in the end, all your family members are tired and would want to just sleep the whole weekend and be ready again for another day of driving on your way back. Read more
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