Hi everyone,
I haven't written in forever but I have been hard at work. Today, I released a redesigned template for Airport Guide and a completely redesigned page layout for the detailed airport pages. Go ahead and search for an airport and tell me what you think. FYI, I am making tweaks to the page daily so don't be alarmed when you see it change from one day to the next.
Mike
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Alaska Bush Pilots Short Take-off and Landing Competition
Here are some Alaskan Bush Pilots in the annual short field takeoff and landing competition.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Go For Launch! Space Shuttle The Time-Lapse Movie
An amazing time lapse video showing the processing of the space shuttle Discovery for the STS-131 launch.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
British Royal Air Force pilot flies up to the back door of a C-130 Hercules
As requested, a British Royal Air Force pilot flies up to the back door of a C-130 (Hercules) for a photo op.
He radios, "How much closer do you want me?"
They radio, "How much closer can you get?"
Pilot Radios, Close enough?
He radios, "How much closer do you want me?"
They radio, "How much closer can you get?"
Pilot Radios, Close enough?
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Facebook Like Button Added to Airport Guide
After much procrastination I have finally added Facebook Like buttons throughout Airport Guide so go ahead and Like away.
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Radio Controlled SR-71 Blackbird Jet
Let's start the first in this series with one of the coolest radio controlled planes around. How would you like to fly your own SR-71?
Airplane Blog Added to Airport Guide
Hi everyone,
Over the years I have received a ton of emails with really great airplane photos, videos, jokes, you name it. I'm sure most of you have received them too. Well, I have decided to start posting those emails in this Airplane Blog. I'm sure you will enjoy browsing this section of AirportGuide.com.
Mike
Over the years I have received a ton of emails with really great airplane photos, videos, jokes, you name it. I'm sure most of you have received them too. Well, I have decided to start posting those emails in this Airplane Blog. I'm sure you will enjoy browsing this section of AirportGuide.com.
Mike
Travel Blog Added to Airport Guide
Hi everyone,
I just wanted you to all know that I have added a Travel Blog to AirportGuide.com.
If AirportGuide.com is going to be a great travel resource, then I feel it is time to start a travel blog. In this travel blog, we will not just talk about airplanes and airports but all travel. This includes rail travel, road trips, cruises, ferries, etc., etc.
To make this work, I am calling on all of you, to submit your original articles for incorporation into this blog. This means that these articles can't be found on other web sites as we don't want to be penalized for duplicate search content. And YES, you can include a link back to your site in the article, provided it is to a travel-related web site. The only requirement I have is that the articles be written in proper English.
I know some of you are asking what's the catch. Well, as with everything on AirportGuide.com, there is no catch except that I have the final say on what does and does not make it. I want a travel blog with a variety of unique articles and you probably want links back to your sites. It's a win-win for everyone.
Please send your submissions to articles@airportguide.com
I just wanted you to all know that I have added a Travel Blog to AirportGuide.com.
If AirportGuide.com is going to be a great travel resource, then I feel it is time to start a travel blog. In this travel blog, we will not just talk about airplanes and airports but all travel. This includes rail travel, road trips, cruises, ferries, etc., etc.
To make this work, I am calling on all of you, to submit your original articles for incorporation into this blog. This means that these articles can't be found on other web sites as we don't want to be penalized for duplicate search content. And YES, you can include a link back to your site in the article, provided it is to a travel-related web site. The only requirement I have is that the articles be written in proper English.
I know some of you are asking what's the catch. Well, as with everything on AirportGuide.com, there is no catch except that I have the final say on what does and does not make it. I want a travel blog with a variety of unique articles and you probably want links back to your sites. It's a win-win for everyone.
Please send your submissions to articles@airportguide.com
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Ferry travel versus Airline travel
We have definitely been living in an age where people want things instantly: Instant information, instant products and a need to get to a destination as fast as possible. Recently however, we are seeing a trend of returning to a slower pace of life and that has certainly crossed over into the world of travel.
When you compare airline versus ferry travel, supporters of the former will undoubtedly point to the speed and convenience of jumping on a plane. While it may be true that travel time in a plane can be much quicker, is it really all that convenient? With stricter controls and more waiting around, delays are becoming more commonplace compared with ferries which have a far better record of punctuality.
On a ferry it is obviously easier to get up and move around. You aren`t constantly restricted by poor leg room and are generally free to travel around the ship whenever you want. If you have a noisy or awkward passenger near you, just get up and find another seat. Once you`re on the ferry, access is virtually unrestricted.
Meals too are a much more relaxed affair when it comes to ferries: You can eat when you want and as often as you desire. Compare that to an airplane when you are forced to eat at set times - occasionally whether you like it or not! Many passengers have even been woken up in the middle of the night and had food placed before them.
On a ferry, the slower, more relaxed atmosphere comes into its own with regard to food. Tasty meals and snacks are served at a time to suit you.
If you are intending to drive when you reach your destination then if you have the facility to take your own vehicle onto the ferry then that is another huge advantage. Firstly you will have the convenience of using your own vehicle and be able to drive a car that you are extremely familiar with. Additionally, it`s cheaper too as you won`t have to pay parking fees at the airport or rely on a friend to take you there. Once you arrive at your destination, why pay expensive car hire fees when you can make full use of your own car?
Far from being glamorous, airports can be crowded and noisy places and if there is any delay to your flight, they can be frustrating and uncomfortable places to wait in. Delays on ferries are much rarer and in many cases, if you do have to wait, you will still be able to board the ship and walk around at your leisure until it`s time to set off.
A slower pace of life can, in itself be an advantage: You are much more likely to reach your destination feeling relaxed and refreshed after using ferry travel than you are if you've flown. With fewer delays, more room to move around and relax, there are many reasons why it makes more sense to use a ferry than ever before. Why not take a ferry to Holland and see what we are talking about first hand? You won't be disappointed.
When you compare airline versus ferry travel, supporters of the former will undoubtedly point to the speed and convenience of jumping on a plane. While it may be true that travel time in a plane can be much quicker, is it really all that convenient? With stricter controls and more waiting around, delays are becoming more commonplace compared with ferries which have a far better record of punctuality.
On a ferry it is obviously easier to get up and move around. You aren`t constantly restricted by poor leg room and are generally free to travel around the ship whenever you want. If you have a noisy or awkward passenger near you, just get up and find another seat. Once you`re on the ferry, access is virtually unrestricted.
Meals too are a much more relaxed affair when it comes to ferries: You can eat when you want and as often as you desire. Compare that to an airplane when you are forced to eat at set times - occasionally whether you like it or not! Many passengers have even been woken up in the middle of the night and had food placed before them.
On a ferry, the slower, more relaxed atmosphere comes into its own with regard to food. Tasty meals and snacks are served at a time to suit you.
If you are intending to drive when you reach your destination then if you have the facility to take your own vehicle onto the ferry then that is another huge advantage. Firstly you will have the convenience of using your own vehicle and be able to drive a car that you are extremely familiar with. Additionally, it`s cheaper too as you won`t have to pay parking fees at the airport or rely on a friend to take you there. Once you arrive at your destination, why pay expensive car hire fees when you can make full use of your own car?
Far from being glamorous, airports can be crowded and noisy places and if there is any delay to your flight, they can be frustrating and uncomfortable places to wait in. Delays on ferries are much rarer and in many cases, if you do have to wait, you will still be able to board the ship and walk around at your leisure until it`s time to set off.
A slower pace of life can, in itself be an advantage: You are much more likely to reach your destination feeling relaxed and refreshed after using ferry travel than you are if you've flown. With fewer delays, more room to move around and relax, there are many reasons why it makes more sense to use a ferry than ever before. Why not take a ferry to Holland and see what we are talking about first hand? You won't be disappointed.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Welcome to the AirportGuide.com Travel Blog
Hi everyone,
I just wanted you to all know that I have added a Travel Blog to AirportGuide.com.
If AirportGuide.com is going to be a great travel resource, then I feel it is time to start a travel blog. In this travel blog, we will not just talk about airplanes and airports but all travel. This includes rail travel, road trips, cruises, ferries, etc., etc.
To make this work, I am calling on all of you, to submit your original articles for incorporation into this blog. This means that these articles can't be found on other web sites as we don't want to be penalized for duplicate search content. And YES, you can include a link back to your site in the article, provided it is to a travel-related web site. The only requirement I have is that the articles be written in proper English.
I know some of you are asking what's the catch. Well, as with everything on AirportGuide.com, there is no catch except that I have the final say on what does and does not make it. I want a travel blog with a variety of unique articles and you probably want links back to your sites. It's a win-win for everyone.
Please send your submissions to articles@airportguide.com
I just wanted you to all know that I have added a Travel Blog to AirportGuide.com.
If AirportGuide.com is going to be a great travel resource, then I feel it is time to start a travel blog. In this travel blog, we will not just talk about airplanes and airports but all travel. This includes rail travel, road trips, cruises, ferries, etc., etc.
To make this work, I am calling on all of you, to submit your original articles for incorporation into this blog. This means that these articles can't be found on other web sites as we don't want to be penalized for duplicate search content. And YES, you can include a link back to your site in the article, provided it is to a travel-related web site. The only requirement I have is that the articles be written in proper English.
I know some of you are asking what's the catch. Well, as with everything on AirportGuide.com, there is no catch except that I have the final say on what does and does not make it. I want a travel blog with a variety of unique articles and you probably want links back to your sites. It's a win-win for everyone.
Please send your submissions to articles@airportguide.com
Friday, January 21, 2011
AirportGuide.com Latest Updates
The redesign that I have been working on since the last update in August has been focused mainly on fixing little bugs I have run across over the last year. I still haven't tackled the redesign of the detailed airport information page but that is definitely the next major update. That page is so complex and affects so many other areas of the site that I have to take the time to do it right or get it as close to perfect as I can get the first time through.
The one major enhancement I have made though has to do with updating fuel prices. On any detailed airport page you can scroll down to the FBO and fuel information. There you will see a bright green button to update any fuel prices. The process is now efficient, easy, and fast.
Let me ask a question of you. Is there anything you really like or dislike on the site right now? How is the navigation? Is it easy / difficult? Anything you feel should be on the site that you don't see now? Is there too much information or not enough?
Please tell me so I can take these ideas into consideration as I keep enhancing it.
Mike
The one major enhancement I have made though has to do with updating fuel prices. On any detailed airport page you can scroll down to the FBO and fuel information. There you will see a bright green button to update any fuel prices. The process is now efficient, easy, and fast.
Let me ask a question of you. Is there anything you really like or dislike on the site right now? How is the navigation? Is it easy / difficult? Anything you feel should be on the site that you don't see now? Is there too much information or not enough?
Please tell me so I can take these ideas into consideration as I keep enhancing it.
Mike
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