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ETOPS, EDTO, or both in the same manual. Where the two frameworks actually differ, which aeroplanes each one captures, and why ICAO still lets you use the older word.

A working reference to every abbreviation on the OFP and loadsheet, from block fuel and contingency to MACTOW, underload and LMC.

NAT-HLA is the world's busiest oceanic corridor, connecting North America and Europe. Learn how it works, what PBCS means for your flight plan, and what changed in 2026.

If you’re an airline pilot preparing to operate in PBCS airspace or on NAT PBCS tracks, understanding Performance Based Communication and Surveillance (PBCS) is now essential. PBCS defines the required performance for CPDLC communication and ADS-C surveillance, enabling reduced separation and more efficient routing in oceanic and remote airspace. This guide explains PBCS in clear, practical terms so experienced pilots can confidently operate in PBCS environments. ✈️ Performan

It doesn't matter if you are a pilot or a passenger, airport codes are there whenever you are flying: they are on passengers’ documents related to their reservations, flight tickets and luggage tags, and they are also used by air traffic controllers and pilots. So you are certainly familiar with them, but have you ever wondered how those three, or four-letter acronyms are actually defined? Airport codes are used to distinguish airports around the world, to ensure there is no