Israel's pilots refuse to take english test

(Source: Haaretz.com) The country's pilots are refusing to take an English test - and may lose their international flight licenses as a result. The International Civilian Aviation Organization is demanding that pilots take an English test, due to the large number of accidents or near accidents caused by communication problems. Full story here

Below an example of severe language problems between JFK Tower and Air China:

Airbus A380 360-degree cockpit view

Notice the monitor in the center console displaying the outside of the A380 from the tail camera. You can also zoom in on the image. Enjoy your visit to the flight deck of the largest airplane. Check it out

What pilots do when the autopilot is on..

..reading the paper and watch a DVD! Read article here

Drunk Delta Pilot

I always thought I'm the only one drinking heavily onboard an airplane. Departing from Amsterdam I wonder if he only got busted for boozing..