We've come a long way since the age of propellor-based aviation. Sure, there are still plenty of single turboprop engine airplanes, but these days most planes — especially the big ones — require more ...

Three-engined aircraft were once at the forefront of commercial aviation, bridging the gap between early twinjets and large four-engine airliners. Trijets offered airlines the perfect mix of ...

During the '60s, more and more people were clamoring to fly around the world than ever before. This led to innovations like the 747, the first twin-aisle aircraft. This bird was huge and ideal for ...

If you’re designing a new jet-powered airplane, one of the design considerations is the number of jet engines you will put on it. Over the course of history we have seen everywhere from a single ...

Surprising facts about the MD-11's iconic rear engine and how it breaks from trijet tradition.

The UK Royal Air Force (RAF) has declared full-service capability with its pair of Dassault Aviation Falcon 900LX VIP transports, operated from its Northolt base near London. Employed in the Command ...