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Air India plane seen parked on the tarmac of Mumbai International Airport.
Air India plane seen parked on the tarmac of Mumbai International Airport.
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How has air transportation changed over the decades? Click on the link to find out how much different air travel looked like when.
How has air transportation changed over the decades? Click on the link to find out how much different air travel looked like when.
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1920s: longer flight times
During the 1920s, commercial air transportation was introduced for the first time to passengers. This was a new and exciting venture, but it had pitfalls. Less than 20 passengers were allowed per flight and planes only reached 3,000 feet, which lengthened flights much longer, writes Insider. Ironically, traveling by train was much faster at that time.
In this April 1929 archive picture, a steward serves drinks from passengers of a former French airliner serving Le Bourget.
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1920s: longer flight times
During the 1920s, commercial air transportation was introduced for the first time to passengers. This was a new and exciting venture, but it had pitfalls. Less than 20 passengers were allowed by
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1920s: The flights were cold and noisy
While dealing with the problems of commercial air transport, passengers suffered such inconveniences as cold cabins, as many planes were made from uninsulated sheet metal that shook loudly in the air. Without a helmet, the passengers were content to take cotton in their ears to make the flight more bearable.
Archive image of the first passenger plane for the Berlin-London air service in 1923.
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1920s: The flights were cold and noisy
While they were dealing with the problems of commercial air transport, the passengers suffered such inconveniences as cold cabins because many planes were made from uninsulated sheet metal.
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1930s: introduction of flight attendants
The first flight attendants were introduced in the 1930s to make flights more comfortable for passengers. In the early days of commercial flights, flight attendants were to be registered nurses if a person became ill during the flight, CNN said. They also helped keep passengers nervous and sometimes help refuel the plane or even lock the seats on the ground. Later in the Second World War, airlines began to expand their hiring requirements: standards for weight and size for Barbie dolls, worn-out belts and stilts, and mandatory retirement at the same time. 32 years old.
Stock photo of an American Airlines flight attendant with a food platter in 1935.
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1930s: introduction of flight attendants
The first flight attendants were introduced in the 1930s to make flights more comfortable for passengers. In the early days of commercial air transport, flight
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1930s: planes fell in the air – but at least the flights were more comfortable
It is not surprising that flight attendants had to soothe the nerves of stressed passengers. In the 1930s, planes could suddenly lose hundreds of feet in seconds because of the horrible turbulence, wrote Gizmodo. Despite the fall of the abs, the passenger cabins were more comfortable thanks to the introduction of upholstery and upholstered seats, as well as soundproofing and heating.
Photo of passenger archive in a Havilland Flamingo plane in 1939.
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1930s: planes fell in the air – but at least the flights were more comfortable
It is not surprising that flight attendants had to soothe the nerves of stressed passengers. In the 1930s, planes could suddenly fall
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1940s: More transatlantic trips
Commercial air transportation changed dramatically during the Second World War, when more and more aircraft were designed for war. At the end of the war, airports were built near major cities in Europe, such as London Heathrow Airport, which was completed in 1946. Transatlantic flights became more frequent, especially from New York and London.
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1940s: More transatlantic trips
Commercial air transportation changed dramatically during the Second World War, when more and more aircraft were designed for war. After the end of the war, airports were built near the big cities of Europe,
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1950s: Passengers could smoke anything they wanted
During the golden age of the flight, between the 50s and the 60s, you could not only smoke cigarettes on board, but also pipes and cigars.
In this archive photo, passengers enjoy a relaxing smoke aboard a Transocean Airlines, a discount airline between 1946 and 1962, in the mid-1950s.
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1950s: Passengers could smoke anything they wanted
During the golden age of the flight, between the 1950s and the 1960s, you could not only smoke cigarettes on board, but also pipes and cigars.
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1950s: you could really tilt this seat
In the 1950s, passengers could travel to the city in a recumbent position, unlike most commercial airlines. According to USA Today, most airlines allow a five-degree economy class incline with a "step" or legroom of 30 to 31 inches (for more information about this later).
This photo shows passengers sitting on an airline flight in 1950.
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1950s: you could really tilt this seat
In the 1950s, passengers could travel to the city in a recumbent position, unlike most commercial airlines. According to USA Today, most airlines allow five
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1950s: passengers dined like kings and queens
In the 50s and 60s, the flights were much more expensive than today, but the food was more than compensated. Dinner on flights can easily take two to three hours, with caviar, cheese plates, lobster and steak. Cocktail baskets were also part of the package; passengers could wash their meal with champagne or whiskey.
In this 1958 photo archive, an air hostess serves drinks to passengers aboard a BEA Vickers Viking plane.
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1950s: passengers dined like kings and queens
In the 50s and 60s, the flights were much more expensive than today, but the food was more than compensated. Dinner on flights could easily be a two to
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1960s: Inflight Entertainment Upgrades
Before the 1960s, flights were boring, with few entertainment options (alcohol can not lead you so far). But in the sixties, in-flight movies became the norm. According to Wired, Trans World Airlines became the first airline to offer regular in-flight movies in 1961.
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1960s: Inflight Entertainment Upgrades
Before the 1960s, flights were boring, with few entertainment options (alcohol can not lead you so far). But by the time the 60's arrived, films in flight
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1960s: Security was VERY relaxed
Passengers could pass the security without having to present a piece of identification despite the hijackings of planes that prevailed in the 1960s and 1970s, writes Wired. The presentation of the identity papers was not necessary until in 1973.
In this 1966 file, passengers lined up at check-in counters at Gatwick Airport in England.
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1960s: Security was VERY relaxed
Passengers could pass the security without having to present a piece of identification despite the hijackings of planes that prevailed in the 1960s and 1970s, writes Wired. Show IDs was not
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1960s: flight attendant uniforms become meager
In the 1960s, flight attendant uniforms took a new turn by introducing more designs such as mini-skirts and …
1960s: flight attendant uniforms become meager
In the 1960s, flight attendant uniforms took a new turn by introducing more designs such as mini-skirts and …
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… short shorts with Go-Go boots. In this 1972 file image, a southwestern air hostess wore practical boots and shorts, as required by the job. In addition, flight attendants were hired based on their attractiveness, weight and size. Later, they filed a lawsuit to fight the dress code and won some of the first Title VII victories over sex discrimination for women in the job market, Slate wrote. Less
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1970s: airlines are deregulated and flights cheaper
In 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed the Deregulation of Airlines Act, which phased out federal control of the country's airlines. This meant that more people could afford to travel by plane and that airlines could offer more competitive prices.
On this archival photo from 1978, President Carter signs the bill on deregulation of air transport. (L to R): Representative William Harsha, R-OH; Representative Allen Ertel, D-PA; Senator Edward Kennedy, D-MA; and representing Glenn Anderson, D-CA.
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1970s: airlines are deregulated and flights cheaper
In 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed the Deregulation of Airlines Act, which phased out federal control of the country's airlines. It meant that more people
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1980s: You can make a private cockpit tour and meet the pilots too
Air travelers for the first time could attend a guided tour of the aircraft by flight attendants, including the flight deck. Children and adults could meet the pilots and the children would receive commemorative pins (sorry adults). Some flights still allow children to meet the pilots on their first flight.
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1980s: You can make a private cockpit tour and meet the pilots too
Air travelers for the first time could attend a guided tour of the aircraft by flight attendants, including the flight deck. Both children and
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1980s: introduction of non-smoking flights
Smoking was allowed in air transport until the 1980s, when it became a hot topic. President Ronald Reagan signed a law banning smoking on domestic flights of less than 2 hours in 1988, then in 1989, it became illegal to smoke on domestic flights of six hours. In February 1990, under pressure from the Flight Attendant Association, smoking was banned on all domestic trips, with the exception of a few domestic flights of more than six hours, according to The New York Times.
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1980s: introduction of non-smoking flights
Smoking was allowed in air transport until the 1980s, when it became a hot topic. President Ronald Reagan signed a law banning smoking on domestic flights from
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1980s to 1990s: passengers could call home with Airfones
Do you remember those awkward phones attached to the files? In the age of pre-cellular phones and Wi-Fi, passengers could pay to make calls on Verizon Airfones at an altitude of 30,000 feet. The only problem? They have often lost calls. Delta was the first airline to introduce this new technology, but for lack of passengers, Verizon decided to close its phone service in 2006.
Photo archive of a woman reading in a passenger plane equipped with Airfone air-ground radiotelephone service, in 1994.
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1980s to 1990s: passengers could call home with Airfones
Do you remember those awkward phones attached to the files? In the age of pre-cellular phones and Wi-Fi, passengers could pay to make calls on Verizon Airfones from
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1990s: Flights were cheap and abundant
After the deregulation of flights in the late 1970s, passengers in the 1990s benefited mainly from cheap flights, thanks in part to a good economy and cheap oil prices.
1990s: Flights were cheap and abundant
After the deregulation of flights in the late 1970s, passengers in the 1990s benefited mainly from cheap flights, thanks in part to a good economy and cheap oil prices.
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1990s: planes still serve meals in flight on domestic flights
During the 1990s, passengers received free meals on domestic flights. In the 2000s, most airlines eliminated in-flight meal services, with the exception of international travel.
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1990s: planes still serve meals in flight on domestic flights
During the 1990s, passengers received free meals on domestic flights. In the 2000s, most airlines canceled meals in flight.
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2000s: introduction of TSA and strengthening of security
After September 11, President George W. Bush promulgated the Aviation and Transportation Security Act. This has radically changed security by requiring passenger and baggage checks, the extension of the Federal Air Marshal Service and the reinforcement of cockpit doors. Among other things, the amount of liquid / gels allowed in carry-on baggage was significantly reduced in 2006.
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2000s: introduction of TSA and strengthening of security
After September 11, President George W. Bush promulgated the Aviation and Transportation Security Act. It has radically changed security by requiring screenings of
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2000s: security becomes even safer
In 2010, airports began to install hundreds of advanced imaging technologies, or body scanners, to detect non-metallic explosives and other threats that could be concealed under clothing, as indicated on the website of the ASD. .
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2000s: security becomes even safer
In 2010, airports began installing hundreds of advanced imaging technologies, or body scanners, to detect non-metallic explosives and
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2010s: file screens can appear
Some airlines have considered eliminating in-flight entertainment, or seatback screens, shorter flights to reduce costs. According to the New York Times, installing a seatback screen can cost up to $ 10,000 per seat and also adds weight to the plane. Some airlines already offer streaming on board, where passengers can watch shows from their own devices.
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2010s: file screens can appear
Some airlines have considered eliminating in-flight entertainment, or seatback screens, shorter flights to reduce costs. According to the New York Times,
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Années 2010: l'espace pour les jambes devient encore moins spacieux
Oubliez les jours d'or du vol. Les compagnies aériennes modernes ont considérablement réduit le nombre de pas (legroom) en classe économique depuis leur apogée. Aujourd'hui, le diapason moyen est d'environ 30 à 31 pouces. En février, United Airlines a annoncé son intention d’ajouter 21 sièges supplémentaires sur ses Boeing 757-300 nationaux d’ici à juillet, et d’autres compagnies comme Delta, American et Southwest ont également déployé leur propre version. Lisez notre couverture ici.
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Années 2010: l'espace pour les jambes devient encore moins spacieux
Oubliez les jours d'or du vol. Les compagnies aériennes modernes ont considérablement réduit le nombre de pas (legroom) en classe économique depuis leur apogée. Aujourd’hui, le pitch moyen est de
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Avion Air India vu garé sur le tarmac de l'aéroport international de Mumbai.
Avion Air India vu garé sur le tarmac de l'aéroport international de Mumbai.
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Boeing 737 vole dans le mur de briques – et continue juste
An Air India pilot flew a Boeing 737 through a brick wall on Friday. Incredibly, this marked the beginning of his journey and not the end.
L’avion a non seulement recouvert le sommet d’un mur de périmètre de cinq pieds, mais a également détruit une petite tour de guidage pour atterrir alors qu’il sortait de l’aéroport international de Tiruchirappalli au Tamil Nadu, en Inde, peu après minuit, a rapporté le Times of India.
With 130 passengers on board, he traveled from the southern tip of India to Dubai via the ocean. And despite the audible and obvious collision, the pilot apparently saw no reason not to continue.
"Nous avons informé le pilote de l'impact", a déclaré le directeur de l'aéroport au service d'information IANS. "Le pilote a déclaré que l'avion fonctionnait normalement et que les systèmes fonctionnaient normalement. Mais nous avons trouvé certaines parties de l'avion, comme une antenne, au sol."
Air India Express Flight 611 continued to climb over the cloud line. He crossed the subcontinent and headed for the Indian Ocean, the pilot apparently not having realized that the plane had a cut on his stomach and a lattice fence wrapped around the train. 'landing.
He flew for about two hours before anyone on the ground control could guess the pilot's confidence.
Eight years earlier, another Air India-powered Boeing 737 was returning from Dubai after crashing in Mangalore, detonating and killing 158 people. The government has recently attempted to sell the debt-laden airline, while air transport was booming in India despite sporadic security concerns. Less than a month ago, dozens of people on board a Jet Airways flight from Mumbai were bleeding headlong because the crew had forgotten to put pressure on the cabin.
Le vol 611 était à peu près à mi-chemin de Dubaï quand il a fait demi-tour et est retourné en Inde dans ce que la compagnie aérienne appellerait plus tard "une mesure de précaution".
L'avion a atterri à Mumbai environ quatre heures après le décollage, selon la déclaration d'Air India. The passengers – all apparently uninjured – were routed on other flights and the crew began inspecting the aircraft.
As photos of Indian journalists show, the outer casing at the bottom of the 737 fuselage was torn as a wound to the flesh. Des éraflures, des bosses, des charpentes apparentes et des morceaux brisés recouvraient le dessous de l'avion.
"C'est un miracle qu'il ait volé et un miracle qu'il n'y ait pas eu de victimes", a commenté Vishnu Som, présentatrice de NDTV, sur Twitter.
The pilot and co-pilot have been removed from the list pending a review, according to the airline.
Le ministre du commerce, de l'industrie et de l'aviation civile du pays, Suresh Prabhu, a déclaré qu'il avait ordonné l'ouverture d'une enquête par une tierce partie sur "divers aspects de la sécurité" chez Air India.
Il a également renforcé la surveillance de toutes les compagnies aériennes du pays à la suite de l'incident.
"Nous prendrons tout ce qui est nécessaire pour placer la sécurité en tête des priorités de l'aviation", a écrit Prabhu. "Growth can not be at the expense of security."
