About Matthew Austin Ryan
Matt's eyes have been turned to the sky for as long as he can remember. A former newspaper editor, Matt is a lifelong avgeek whose earliest memories include talking aviation with his grandfather, a retired US Air Force pilot. Matt has lived in Greece, Czechia, and Germany for studies and for work, and is currently based in the US, near Dallas. Matt recently took the plunge to become a pilot himself and is transitioning into an aviation career.
Inside Jackie Chan's $20m Embraer Legacy Private Jet
Jackie Chan owns two Embraer Legacy jets, including the Legacy 500.
Teterboro Airport: Everything You Need To Know About New York's Private Jet Hub
Teterboro Airport is a major general aviation airport just outside of New York City.
10 Types Of Food That Passengers Can't Take On Aircraft
Be careful what snacks you pack for your flight -- they might not be allowed through security.
Have There Ever Been Any Fighter Jets With Three Seats?
Three-seat fighter jets are rare, but a few have taken to the skies.
How Pacific Southwest Airlines Became An Early Pioneer Of The US Low-Cost Market
Pacific Southwest Airlines took to the skies for much of the 20th century, before it was acquired by US Airways.
What Are Federal Air Marshals & Which Flights Do They Travel On?
Federal Air Marshals protect the skies, both from onboard an aircraft and on the ground.
5 Things You Should Know Before Taking Your First Long-Haul Flight
How to get the most out of your big flight.
3 Reasons Why Window Seats Are Always Popular
Window seats offer perspectives on the world below and on the flight itself available nowhere else.
The Dangers Of Sharing Pictures Of Boarding Passes Online
A simple photo can expose travelers to a plethora of digital woes.
How The Legacy 600 Launched Embraer's Move Into The Business Jet World
The Legacy 600 paved the way for Embraer's Executive Jet division and served as a template for later generations of the manufacturer's aircraft.
5 Reasons Why Low-Cost Carriers Aren't That Bad
For all the flack low-cost carriers receive, they may be worth it for many passengers.
Suspended American Airlines Pilot Sues For Racial Discrimination After Violating Mask Mandate In 2021
An American Airlines captain on suspension is suing Spokane International Airport and several of its security officers over a December 2021 incident.
The World's First All-Composite Business Jet: The Honda MH02
Honda's experimental MH02 business jet helped lay the foundation upon which its later HondaJets were built.
Pakistani Aviation Minister Says PIA Could Suffer Nearly $1 Billion In Losses By 2030
PIA must privatize to avoid massive losses and to alleviate its debts, according to Pakistan's Aviation Minister.
Qatar Airway Tells Sydney Court That 2020's Invasive Searches Were A Police Matter
Qatar Airways argued Friday that Qatari police, not the airline, were responsible for the invasive searches without consent of 13 Australian women.
39 Years Of Flight: Five Fun Facts About The ATR 42
The ATR 42 has been one of the longest-lived players in the regional market.
American Airlines To Move Doha Flights From New York City To Philadelphia
The move from JFK to Philadelphia comes as American and JetBlue's Northeast Alliance comes to an end.
The Cause Of The 2008 Cessna Citation Crash That Killed Racing Driver David Leslie
The tragic accident led to the loss of life of Leslie and four others, including Richard Lloyd Racing founder Richard Lloyd.
How Do Helicopters Regulate Their Speed In The Air?
Helicopter pilots accelerate and decelerate by maintaining a fine balance between what are known as cyclic and collective control inputs.
How Do Stealth Aircraft Avoid Radar?
Radar stealth involves complicated technology and careful engineering of an aircraft's materials and shapes.