AirAdvisor Air Travel Blog
Missed Flight? Can You Get A Refund or Compensation?
Even with the best planning and preparation, there's always a chance that you’ll miss your flight. And most of the time, it will be caused by something outside your control like a flight delay. In fact, many people miss flights every single day. So, what should you do when you show up to the...
Joanna Teljeur, 21.05.2026
8 minutes read
Can You Fly Safely Through a Storm? An In-Depth Look
Yes, it is generally safe to fly in a thunderstorm. Modern commercial aircraft are engineered and certified to withstand lightning, heavy rain, and turbulence, and pilots use onboard weather radar and air traffic control to steer around the most dangerous storm cells rather than fly straight through...
Joanna Teljeur, 20.04.2026
10 minutes read
How Do Planes Have WiFi Up in the Air?
Planes get WiFi in one of two ways: from ground-based cell towers (called air-to-ground) or from satellites orbiting above the aircraft. An antenna on the plane picks up the signal and shares it with everyone on board through an onboard wireless network, much like the router you have at home. Not...
Anca Galateanu, 15.12.2025
8 minutes read
Flight No-Show: What It Means & What to Do
Sometimes, it’s hard to stay on top of everything. What if you arrive too late at the airport and the gate is closed, or you forget to cancel your flight? A flight no-show can affect your refund eligibility, loyalty points, and even your return ticket. A study done in 2019 showed that, on...
Amy Lancelotte, 17.02.2026
5 minutes read
The best travel pillow for long haul flights
Travelling on a long-haul flight can be a tiring experience. You have to stay in the same seat for a long time, and one of the best ways to make that time go by is to fall asleep. A good quality airplane pillow can make it much easier to get some rest, but with so many options on the market,...
Anca Galateanu, 13.11.2025
7 minutes read
