Category: FuelBirds

  • A Little Bell 407 History

    A Little Bell 407 History: A blog post about the history of the Bell helicopter: In 1992 Bell Helicopter Textron created a new model of the 206 series, called the Bell 407. This aircraft is based on the LongRanger and ShortRanger airframes and is powered by a Rolls-Royce Allison 250-C47 turboshaft engine capable of producing…

  • Top 10 Ways to Brighten your Skin Tone

    Getting a bright and clear skin tone is not as hard as it looks. In fact, there are several practices you can use to give your skin a better tone and make it look better. But before we get into the top 10 ways to brighten your skin tone, let’s talk about what causes darkness…

  • 13 Things You Should Know Before Buying Your First Airplane

    13 Things You Should Know Before Buying Your First Airplane: A blog that discusses the pre-purchase step to buying a plane. 1. Be sure to keep in mind that there are many different types of airplanes out there for you to choose from; ranging from single seaters to large commercial aircrafts. There are also many…

  • One Way Flights The Benefits and Disadvantages

    One Way Flights: The Benefits and Disadvantages A blog detailing the pros and cons of one way flights. One way flights offer many advantages to travelers, including cheaper prices, less time waiting in airports, and the ability to save frequent flier miles. Despite these advantages, there are some disadvantages that need to be considered before…

  • Book Your Flight To Asia—Asia Has An Insane Number of Airline Options

    A few years ago, I wrote a blog about some of the best airlines to fly in Asia. I thought it would be fun to revisit that list and write about what’s changed, what hasn’t and what new players have entered the market. Old favorites I wrote my first blog about flying in Asia more…

  • Before The Show, Check Out These 10 Ways To Save On Tickets

    Before The Show, Check Out These 10 Ways To Save On Tickets A blog on ways to save money on purchasing tickets 10. Shop around. There are many places to purchase tickets online, but not all of them are equal. You should always compare prices at different sites before you buy. Some of the websites…

  • Less is More When it Comes to Carry-Ons

    Welcome to Less Is More When It Comes to Carry-Ons, a blog about airport security and efficient ways to travel with carryon bags only. I wrote the first version of this blog because I was frustrated at the time I spent waiting in lines and the money I spent checking luggage. This frustration was compounded…

  • The Beginner’s Guide to Air Traffic Control

    The Beginner’s Guide to Air Traffic Control: A resource for those who are interested in learning about how air traffic control operates. This guide is an introduction to air traffic control. It is NOT a guide for how to become an air traffic controller. If you want to become an air traffic controller, please see…

  • 5 Tips for Making The Right Air Travel Decision

    5 Tips for Making The Right Air Travel Decision Air travel is an expensive tool that can be used for business and pleasure. It is a great way for your business to form new relationships and keep in touch with people all over the world. It can also be used to take a much-needed vacation…

  • How Hospitals Use Helicopters Understanding the Work of an Air Ambulance

    “Fly Fi: How Hospitals Use Helicopters” is a blog about the work of air ambulances and how this service can make a difference to patients. We will be sharing information and facts about air ambulances, giving you an insight into the work that they do and what to expect if you ever need the services…