Aviation History
Which famous aviation pioneer disappeared over the Pacific Ocean in 1937
Amelia Earhart
What aircraft model is known as the “Queen of the Skies”
Which airline has the nickname “The Flying Kangaroo”?
Qantas
What is the name of United Airlines’ premium international business class product?
What type of navigation system uses satellites to determine an aircraft's precise location?
Global Positioning System (GPS)
What year did the Wright brothers achieve the first powered flight
1903
What is the most widely produced jet airliner in history
Boeing 737
What airline is known for operating the longest commercial flight by distance?
Singapore Airlines - Singapore to New York
What is the tagline of United Airlines
Good leads the way
What is the name of the composite material extensively used in the construction of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner to reduce weight?
carbon-fiber reinforced polymer
When was the Corcorde Launched?
1976
Which two Boeing aircraft jets have serrated edges on its back
787 and 737 Max
Which U.S. airline merged with Delta Air Lines in 2008?
Northwest Airlines
In what year did United Airlines introduce its MileagePlus frequent flyer program?
1981
What advanced system in modern aircraft controls flight surfaces electronically rather than mechanically?
Fly by wire
Which aircraft was the first to feature fly-by-wire technology in a commercial setting?
Airbus A320
Which airline was the first to introduce in-flight internet service on transatlantic routes?
Lufthansa
What is the first announcement made after every takeoff of every United Aircraft
Welcome to the friendly skies
What technology allows airplanes to avoid collisions by automatically adjusting their flight path?
Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS)
What is the major difference between Boeing and Airbus Cockpit Windows?
Airbus is square and Boeing is elongated
Which is the oldest commercial Airline?
KLM Royal Dutch Airline
What was the original name of United Airlines when it was founded in 1926?
Varney Air Lines
What onboard system, introduced in the 1980s, automatically prevents stalls by limiting the angle of attack of the aircraft?
Flight Envelope Protection system