11 articles · updated May 10, 2026
Jetwhine is a newsletter platform that brings together aviation professionals, pilots, and enthusiasts to discuss bold opinions and thought-provoking commentary on industry matters. The publication covers topics ranging from aviation safety and air traffic control to business aviation innovations, industry trends, and untold flying stories. Content is designed to inform, challenge, and inspire its audience with engaging narratives that matter to the aviation community.
Read more →Nov. 25, 2025 When we record episodes of the Airplane Geeks the format is usually the same. We introduce our guest, when we have one, and then run through the four or five major aviation stories of the past week. Max and Micah and David and I offer up our
Read more →The Hawker business jet originated from de Havilland's "Jet Dragon" design in the 1960s and evolved into the HS-125 series, progressing through multiple variants and ownership changes from Hawker Siddeley to British Aerospace to Raytheon before production ceased in 2012. Renowned for its rugged construction, roomy cabin, generous load capacity, and mechanically simple design, the aircraft was often compared to a Chevy Suburban for its reliability and durability. The transition to more efficient Garrett turbofan engines in the 1970s—driven by the oil embargo and noise regulations—achieved a 50-60 percent increase in range while reducing noise and exhaust emissions.
Read more →Brian Coleman, a first-time freelance journalist and former podcast producer, is attending the 2026 Singapore Airshow funded entirely through accumulated Chase and IHG loyalty points, securing premium cabin airfare and hotel accommodation at zero out-of-pocket cost. The biennial airshow marks an industry turning point with its inaugural Space Summit and emphasis on sustainable aviation fuel, showcasing technologies including electric vertical takeoff aircraft and debuts from major manufacturers. Coleman approaches the assignment without industry preconceptions, planning to collaborate with experienced aviation podcasters to interpret technical developments and understand competitive shifts in global defense and commercial aviation.
Read more →A working journalist and pilot launched "Stories about Flying," a new podcast after 20 years operating Jetwhine, an aviation blog started in 2006. Drawing on experience from "Airplane Geeks" and years in aviation media, the podcast aims to create in-depth industry stories that educate and entertain through audio and print formats available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and the associated website.
Read more →Jetwhine is a platform that brings together aviation professionals, pilots, and enthusiasts to share bold opinions and thought-provoking commentary on industry matters. The platform covers diverse aviation topics including safety narratives, air traffic control stories, business innovations, and industry trends, delivering content designed to inform, challenge, and inspire.
Read more →Following the 2009 crash of a Continental Express Q400 near Buffalo, the FAA mandated that all new airline pilots must hold an Airline Transport Pilot certificate and accumulate 1500 hours of flight time before being hired at Part 121 airlines, replacing the previous 300-hour minimum requirement. Pilots pursue various methods to log the necessary hours, including flight instruction, banner towing, and aircraft ferrying operations across the country and internationally.
Read more →There’s More to Flight Instructing Than Simply Logging Hours No individual can enhance aviation safety as much as a flight instructor. Here’s why I’ve held my flight instructor certificate for more than 50 years. After earning my private pilot certificate in
Read more →The content lists blog posts from an aviation blog spanning March 2025 through April 2026, with entries covering pilot certification standards, aircraft accidents, aviation history, and commentary on aviation industry issues. The posts address topics such as the regulatory 1500-hour requirement for airline pilots, investigative reports on specific aircraft incidents, and analyses of aviation leadership and practice.
Read more →Jetwhine assembles aviation professionals, pilots, and enthusiasts to share bold opinions and thought-provoking commentary on industry topics. The platform delivers content spanning aviation safety, air traffic control, business innovations, and flying-related stories designed to inform, challenge, and inspire audiences.
Read more →Jetwhine is a platform that brings together aviation professionals, pilots, and enthusiasts to share bold opinions and engaging industry stories covering topics such as aviation safety, air traffic control, and business aviation innovations. The site features recent blog posts addressing subjects including pilot certification requirements, aviation industry changes, business jet safety, and historical aviation incidents.
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