Mond Ortiz

02/02/2025

Ayaw talaga magpaawat eh noh? PAL/PAL Express are not even hiring cabin crew as of this writing. And if they are, application has to be done through their official LinkedIn page only. PAL does not use any outside parties to recruit cabin crew.

Please do not just click any link except for that posted on the official PAL LinkedIn page.

01/02/2025

SCAM ALERT! PAL does not use any outsourced agencies for its cabin crew recruitment. You can only apply through its official LinkedIn account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/philippine-airlines/

Please be careful!

01/02/2025

Grabe, another air crash. This time, a private jet on a medical mission. Tama na, please!

01/02/2025

Three major airlines of the Philippines. Safe flights, everyone!

01/02/2025

The recent air incidents remind me of these photos—a detachable cabin that separates from a crippled aircraft and deploys parachutes. However, will this ever be possible? Here are some points to consider:

1. This concept may only work for high-wing aircraft like turboprops and STOL planes such as the BAe-146.

2. Most air accidents happen during takeoff and landing. Even if an aircraft is equipped with this system, how can it deploy parachutes effectively at very low altitudes and high ground speeds? Air accidents rarely occur during cruise. While some have happened mid-air, most occur during takeoff and landing.

3. This would likely be very costly and require a complete redesign of the aircraft. The entire plane would have to be built around such a system.

While air accidents cannot be prevented entirely, aircraft are equipped with safety features, and pilots undergo extensive training to handle emergencies. The goal of manufacturers and airlines is to prevent the loss of human lives as much as possible.

Will this detachable cabin become a reality? Possibly in the distant future, but not anytime soon.

Some small planes, like the Cirrus SR22T, are already equipped with a parachute system that can be deployed by the pilot in case of an emergency, such as an engine failure mid-air.

Photos: Boredpanda

01/02/2025

This is Emirates' most expensive lounge next to the one in DXB.

31/01/2025

Celebrating milestones. Had fun during our post-flight sessions with Xian Lim and instructors and people after Xian passed his PPL checkride.

Simple and fun night hearing stories about flying and aviation.

31/01/2025

TCAS OR TRAFFIC COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM

Just some added information for all. To minimize any chances of a mid-air collision, today's commercial aircraft are equipped with the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS), an advanced onboard system designed to prevent mid-air collisions. TCAS continuously monitors nearby aircraft and provides real-time advisories to pilots. It issues Traffic Advisories (TAs) to alert crews of potential conflicts and, when necessary, Resolution Advisories (RAs) that recommend vertical maneuvers such as climbing or descending to maintain safe separation.

The Airbus A320neo incorporates an enhanced version called "TCAS Blue," formally known as AP/FD TCAS (Auto-Pilot/Flight Directors—Traffic Collision Avoidance System). This system enables the autopilot to automatically execute avoidance maneuvers, ensuring precise and efficient responses while minimizing the risk of human error.

When TCAS Blue issues a climb or descent command, the autopilot executes the maneuver while the crew monitors the situation. Pilots can also inform Air Traffic Control (ATC) of the action being taken, ensuring coordinated and safe operations.

However, TCAS is generally inactive below 1,000 feet due to operational limitations. At low altitudes, the system does not issue RAs to avoid unsafe maneuvers close to the ground. Instead, pilots rely on visual separation and ATC guidance. Depending on system settings, TCAS may provide only traffic alerts at these altitudes or be fully inhibited.

31/01/2025

For every pilot and flight attendant, the phrase "Have a safe flight" is truly the most beautiful sentiment you can express to them.

31/01/2025

Let's take a moment of silence to mourn the loss of all passengers and aviators who lost their lives in the American Eagle Flight AA5342 mid-air collision.

This is the reality of aviation and air travel. Despite being the safest way to travel, things can still go wrong, especially during takeoff and landing. Just when everything seems safe as you approach landing, incidents like this can happen. Takeoff and landing are always the most dangerous phases of flight, especially in the first and last few minutes.

This job is far from glamorous. If you want to be in this field, you need dedication and courage. Aviation is not about free travel—that is just a benefit of the job. Every time the crew steps into the aircraft, they must be prepared for any incident, no matter how much they pray that nothing goes wrong.

This is why bidding your crew "safe flight" is meaningful to them. And to those who think cabin crew only serve chicken or beef—believe me, they wish that were the case because anything beyond that could mean lives at stake.

Rest in peace to all who lost their lives in this incident.

31/01/2025

Sharing the audio recording between the pilots involved in the incident and the air traffic controller. This incident is under investigation, and I strongly advise against making immediate conclusions about the cause of the mid-air collision.

30/01/2025

Both the MiG-25 and MiG-31 do look alike, but they also have a lot of differences. Can you name what these are?

https://mondortiz.com/differences-between-the-mig-25-foxbat-and-mig-31-foxhound/

30/01/2025

[VLOG] PLANE SPOTTING - NAIA DEPARTURES AND ARRIVALS

Went plane spotting with a fellow spotter and PPSG member TJ Baguian last January 28, 2025. Here are some of the departures and arrivals at NAIA.

30/01/2025

Being a flight attendant is not only about chicken or beef, coffee or tea. One must possess the necessary skills to effectively perform the job. One of these is having a high sense of situational awareness for a variety of reasons.

https://mondortiz.com/importance-of-situational-awareness-for-flight-attendants/

30/01/2025

Can't wait to see their new cabin crew uniforms! It must be interesting! Yes, airlines do invest a lot in cabin crew uniforms.

NEWS | 𝐐𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬

Qantas is preparing for a major update to its uniforms for the first time in over a decade. The airline is searching for an Australian designer to create a new look that will represent its future as it continues investing in customers, modernizing its fleet, and moving forward with Project Sunrise.

Qantas is putting its workforce at the center of the redesign process. More than 17,500 uniformed employees will be surveyed to provide input on the new design. The airline aims to ensure that the updated uniforms reflect not only its evolving brand but also the needs and preferences of its staff.

Qantas Group CEO Vanessa Hudson emphasized the importance of the redesign in shaping the airline’s future. “We have ambitious plans for the future and transforming the way we reflect the brand is critical to that. Our uniform represents the Qantas spirit all over the world. With a vast and growing international and domestic network, a historic fleet renewal program underway and the final frontier of global aviation just around the corner, it’s time to define a new look for our people that reflects where we are heading.”

Hudson also acknowledged the legacy of the current design and the pride employees take in wearing it. “Since our beginnings, the way we represent the brand has evolved significantly. While the uniform style may have changed, what hasn’t changed is the pride our people have in wearing it, which is why we are putting them at the core of the design process. Our people have loved wearing the current design, which was created by Martin Grant in 2013, and I want to thank him for his partnership over the course of the last decade.”

Qantas has a long history of collaborating with renowned designers for its uniforms. Past contributors include Peter Morrissey, Yves Saint Laurent, George Gross and Harry Who, and Emilio Pucci. Each uniform has reflected different periods in the airline’s 105-year history, marking milestones in its evolution.

The airline will now work with multiple Australian designers to assess requirements and go through a selection process. The chosen designer will be announced in the coming months, and the new uniform is set to debut in 2027.

The updated uniforms will be introduced as part of Qantas’ broader investments in its fleet. Over the next decade, the airline has more than 100 aircraft on order across the Qantas Group. It is also making upgrades to its current fleet to enhance the overall passenger experience.

30/01/2025

More about the recent CRJ700 - Black Hawk chopper mid-air collision. Hayyyy...

30/01/2025

Wow! Delta is turning 100 this March! Also, just imagine how things would be if Pan Am was still around today.

It's finally out! Delta's 100 Years special livery on its A350-900!

📷: Eurospot | X

30/01/2025

THE STORY OF CEBU PACIFIC'S A321CEOs

In Cebu Pacific's fleet, you will see that they operate seven A321-211, or what we call the "A321ceo." While "CEO" technically means "Current Engine Option," I now refer to this engine option, the CFM56, as the "Classic Engine Option" because the "CEO" is now the "NEO." The current engine options for the A320 family are the PW1100G and CFM LEAP-1A engines.

Cebu Pacific ended up with seven A321ceos as a temporary solution. In 2011, Cebu Pacific ordered 32 Airbus A321neos and 10 A320neos, all set for delivery in 2018 or earlier.

Cebu Pacific needed the A321neos soon due to the rise in travel demand, but Airbus could not deliver on time. The airline also wanted the Airbus Cabin Flex (ACF) option for the A321neo, which was still undergoing certification. Delays in certifying the PW1100G GTF engines also affected deliveries.

To cover the A321neo delay and continue expanding, Cebu Pacific ordered seven A321ceos. These planes were delivered in 2018 and filled in the "gap" while awaiting their A321neos. Cebu Pacific took delivery of its first A321neo in 2019.

These A321ceos were supposed to retire earlier as part of the airline’s plan to operate an all-NEO fleet by 2027. However, due to post-COVID travel demand and the PW1100G engine recall that grounded many A320/321neos, the A321ceos remained in service.

This is why all seven A321ceos are still operating for Cebu Pacific.