How do pilots know where to fly without interfering with the route of another plane?
GPS & Waypoints The world/country is covered in GPS waypoints that are created by that countries aviation controlling authority. These imaginary points are located everywhere and each one is given a 5 letter name. The pilot can then create a route by flying to each waypoint to take them to their intended destination.
What conversion caused a problem for the Air Canada flight from Edmonton to Montreal?
Air Canada said yesterday that its Boeing 767 jet ran out of fuel in midflight last week because of two mistakes in figuring the fuel supply of the airline’s first aircraft to use metric measurements.
How do pilots plan their route?
A: Flight plans are filed with air traffic control. Pilots receive a clearance from ATC and fly that clearance. If there is a reason to change the route, pilots request an amended clearance. ATC will approve the amendment unless there is a traffic conflict.
What two errors contributed to the crash of Flight 143?
Two factors helped avert disaster — the failure of the front landing gear to lock into position during the gravity drop and the presence of a guardrail that had been installed along the centre of the repurposed runway to facilitate its use as a drag race track.
When was the last time Air Canada crash?
The Air Canada jet crashed at the Halifax international airport in March 2015.
Is BA a safe airline?
British Airways is certified with the 4-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating for the safety measures and improved health and hygiene processes introduced by British Airways to help reduce the spread of Coronavirus.
How many planes does Virgin have?
Virgin Atlantic Airways Fleet Details and History
| Virgin Atlantic Airways | |
|---|---|
| Base / Main Hub | London Heathrow (LHR / EGLL) |
| Bases | London Gatwick (LGW / EGKK) Manchester Ringway (MAN / EGCC) |
| Fleet Size | 37 Aircraft (+ 1 On Order/Planned) |
| Average Fleet Age 1 | 7 Years |