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Eurowings claims and refunds: what to expect

Eurowings is a German airline based in Düsseldorf, in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany. You probably know it because it is the low-cost carrier of Lufthansa, Germany's largest airline, and because it operates routes to more than 130 domestic and international destinations. ...

23.02.2026

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The Top Longest Flights In The World

It's incredible to see how air travel has changed the world, connecting countries and continents and allowing us to journey to the other side of the Earth in a matter of hours. However, while some flights only take a couple of hours, others can be much, much longer. Have you ever wondered about the...

19.02.2026

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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, 07.09.2026

8 minutes read

AirAdvisor helps youIf your flight was delayed, canceled or overbooked within the last 3 years, you could be eligible for up to 600€ (£520) in compensation

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Can planes fly in thunderstorms? What passengers should know

Yes, planes can fly in thunderstorms, and they do it every day. Commercial aircraft are built and certified to handle turbulence, heavy rain, and even lightning strikes, and pilots use onboard weather radar to fly around the worst of a storm rather than through it. What storms threaten most is your...

Amy Lancelotte, 02.10.2026

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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, 14.10.2026