We all know that flight numbers are important when it comes to checking airport gate monitors or flight statuses online, but beyond that, do we really pay attention to them? While they might seem ...

FROM the moment we arrive at the airport until we pick up our luggage at the other end, our flight number guides us every step of the way. But have you ever wondered what this assortment of letters ...

American’s Flight 1776 to Philadelphia? Hilarious. Southwest’s Flight 1492 to Columbus, Ohio? Clever. Alaska’s Flight 2738 to Portland? Not a side-splitter (and not meant to be), but I don’t blame ...

FROM the moment we arrive at the airport until we pick up our luggage at the other end, our flight number guides us every step of the way. But have you ever wondered what this assortment of letters ...

Imagine if you could see your incoming plane—much like you can see your Uber driver stuck at a traffic light—so you knew if you had time to grab a snack or sit down for a meal before your flight. Well ...

Traveling this summer? Don’t forget to pack the suntan lotion. And check in to your flight online. And check if your flight is delayed using your flight number. Speaking of, how the hell do airplanes ...

It turns out that you can learn a lot about a flight from its number. We asked airline pilot, and author of the book Cockpit Confidential and the website askthepilot.com Patrick Smith just what those ...

So this Qantas flight number does not exist. Nor, as another example, does QF13. Thirteen is, of course, an unlucky number. FR666 Trust Ryanair to do things a little differently. This isn't a flight ...