Where does the money we pay for a plane ticket actually go? An airline faces many fixed and variable costs, and what remains is often just a few euros per passenger. This means that a single empty seat, a delay, or an unexpected diversion can be enough to turn a flight into a loss.So how can a €19 ticket keep an airline alive? Below is a clear, structured explanation of where an airline’s money goes, based on typical European short- and medium-haul operations.

Airplanes releasing liters of kerosene into the air during a flight, it sounds strange, but it really does happen. Though rare, it only occurs in emergency situations. So how does it work exactly?

Have you ever wondered what happens with a Ryanair plane in a single day? The answer: a lot. A Boeing 737, the airline’s workhorse, can fly up to 8 flights a day for Ryanair. Read on to discover what goes on behind the scenes of this logistical operation.

Looking for an original day out? Try plane spotting. It might sound a bit nerdy — and to be fair, it kind of is — but there’s a surprising charm in watching aircraft take off and land.Read on and discover the most exciting spotting locations in the Netherlands and Belgium — including practical tips and personal advice.

Here are five fascinating airplane facts you might not have known, each with an intriguing reason why they exist.

"Every passenger can store their trolley in the cabin." Something many passengers think, but in reality, it doesn't always work out. The struggle for cabin luggage space, let me explain it to you: