Justin Surette
Editor and Writer
173 articles published since December 14, 2022
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About Justin Surette
With a background in Chinese language and marketing, Justin merged his passions for air travel and communication to become a writer for the Simple Flying team. He closely monitors industry changes on a global scale, with particular interest in the East Asian and North American markets.
The Unbelievable Effort That Went Into The World's Longest Paper Airplane Flight
A team of Boeing engineers reached new heights with a paper aircraft.
Air Fiji Flight 121: The Story Of Fiji's Deadliest Aviation Accident
Tragedy on a very early winter morning.
Abandoned At The Airport: Spantax's Lost Convair 990 'Coronado'
A brief history of the airline, its history with the Convair 990, and one of the only remaining examples of the plane today.
Net-Zero Concept Aircraft: Which Designs Are The Current Front Runners?
Over the next 10 to 12 years, we should see much fruit of the industry’s labor.
Which Airlines Have The Most Premium-Dense Cabins?
A sampling of aircraft with a higher-than-normal amount of premium seating.
Throwback: The Bribery Scandal Concerning Japan & The Lockheed TriStar
The incredible story of how ANA signed a contract for 21 L-1011s.
Did You Know: Boeing Used To Be Called The Pacific Aero Products Company
A brief history of Boeing's early days.
Where Does Aurigny Fly Its Sole Embraer E195?
The one passenger jet airliner that calls Guernsey home.
5 Top Tips: How To Beat the Eid Travel Rush
Here are a few pieces of advice for travel during a busy holiday season.
The An-22 Vs The An-225: Comparing Antonov's Giants
One company designed the largest aircraft for multiple engine categories.
Why A British Airways Airbus A321 Has Been On The Ground In San Antonio Since January
A new purpose for an aging passenger airliner.
The Story Of Hainan Airlines' Kung Fu Panda Livered Boeing 787s
A link between China and North America in more ways than one.
The Boeing 777XF: Everything We Know So Far
A brief guide to Boeing's latest long-range freighter and its current customers.
A Brief Guide To The Main Airlines Serving France's Overseas Territories
How to travel to and from the far-reaching French lands.
13 Years Ago This Week: How The Eruption Of Eyjafjallajökull Brought European Aviation To A Standstill
A brief history of the severe air space closure that nearly affected the whole continent.
What Happened To Short-Lived Oregon-Based Carrier SeaPort Airlines?
A brief history of the Pacific Northwest commuter airline.
McGee Airways: The Story Of Alaska Airlines' Predecessor
How one of North America’s largest airlines began with fur trading operations.
Which Airlines Have The Most Generous Checked Baggage Allowances?
A roundup of base economy fare luggage limits, and the costs you'll incur to bring more.
The Challenges & Considerations Of Landing On Icy Runways
How bad must the weather be to prevent an aircraft from landing?
Almost 80 Years Old On Average: Florida Air Cargo And Its Vintage Fleet
A history of the cargo operator’s aircraft from the 1940s.