Aircraft Insider delivers in-depth aviation coverage — manufacturer specs, pilot perspectives, and honest analysis. We write for enthusiasts and professionals who take aviation seriously.

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Military Aviation
Fighters, transports, defense tech
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General Aviation
Reviews, training, ownership
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Commercial
Airlines, cabins, travel value
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Tech Deep-Dives
Systems, specs, performance

Our Writers

Aviation professionals with real-world experience.

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Michael Thompson
Military & Defense

Aerospace engineering background. Breaks down complex fighter specs, military transport systems, and defense programs for general audiences.

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C-17
NGAD
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Avery Miles
General Aviation

CFI with extensive mountain flying experience. Based in the Pacific Northwest, covering trainers, backcountry strips, and pilot training.

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Backcountry
Training
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Jason Michael
Commercial & Business

Aviation ops background. Covers ownership costs, airline premium cabins, and travel value. Synthesizes data with real traveler perspectives.

Business Class
Ownership

How We Work

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Source verification
Manufacturer specs, official docs, pilot reports.
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Honest analysis
We include limitations. If it falls short, we say so.
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Affiliate links disclosed. Recommendations are editorial.

Independent publication. Affiliate links disclosed — see our disclosure.