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Flight Planning and Dispatch Essentials: Understanding Routes, Weather, and Regulations

By Eric Morris | Published: May 31, 2024
The world is seen in green and blue as if it were a globe, and rays of light arcs from one place to another, almost as if it was tracking a flight plan. There are 13 of these arcs visible, and where the arc ends, it lands in a white, glowing circle. Also visible is the mostly green logo for Sheffield School of aeronautics.

  Flight planning is a critical aspect of aviation that ensures safe and efficient journeys from takeoff to landing. For aircraft dispatchers and pilots alike, understanding the essentials of flight planning involves delving into three key areas: routes, weather, and regulations. This comprehensive guide explains how these elements are crucial in flight planning and dispatching. […]

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Toyota Invested $349M in Flying Taxis

By Eric Morris | Published: January 27, 2020
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Recently, Toyota invested $349 million in a flying taxis business venture with startup Joby Aviation. The Santa Cruz-based company is looking to manufacture electric air taxis that transport passengers over gridlocked highways and city streets. Toyota’s recent investment in Joby Aviation brings the startup’s total investment to $720 million, [1]  making it the top-funded electric […]

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Is There A Future for Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Planes?

By Eric Morris | Published: January 8, 2020
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[Photo credit: Ecolife: https://www.ecolife.zone/] It’s no secret that carbon emissions from transportation are the main culprits in harming our planet’s ecosystem. While cars and trains are advancing in green, electric power to maintain a sustainable environment, the aviation industry is still falling behind. Although air travel is responsible for over 2% of global carbon emissions[1], it’s […]

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