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Our Top 8 List of the Crystal Cabin Awards According to Dretloh
Dretloh Crystal Cabin Awards Our Dretloh team attended the Crystal Cabin Awards last year. This year's Aircraft Interiors Expo is currently happening, so we decided to take a look at the finalists. The 91 entrants comprised the largest shortlist in history....
Largest Commercial Aircraft Manufacturers in the World
Did you know that there are only a few main commercial aircraft manufacturers supplying our runways worldwide? The Largest Commercial Aircraft Manufacturers in the World With thousands of airplanes flying on the runway daily, it is remarkable to note that there are...
Aircraft Cabin Design and Innovation From the Past to Now.
Here at Dretloh, we are passionate about aircraft cabin design. Our latest article discusses the transformation of aircraft cabin design from the past to now. How has aircraft cabin design evolved? So much has changed in air travel since the1950s and 1960s. These were...
Holiday Wishes from Dretloh Aircraft Supply!
The holiday season is here which means we'll be saying farewell to 2018 very soon. First, we'd like to take a moment to reflect and extend a special THANK YOU to every single person that has had a hand in our business this year and the years past. We are grateful to...
5 Reasons Why Flying is Still the Best Way to Travel – Dretloh
Over the years, air travel has evolved and revolutionized into what it is today. Toward the beginning of air travel, in the 1950s, airlines in America were launching a new level of speed, comfort, and efficiency to the world. With the number of travelers increasing,...
Leather Aircraft Seat and Upholstery Repair
Lifespan of a Commercial Aircraft On average, an aircraft's life expectancy is somewhere around 25 to 30 years before it needs to be decommissioned. Each manufacturer determines the lifespan per aircraft. Boeing 747s can handle up to 35,000 pressurization cycles and...
The Most Massive Flying Machine in the World – Stratolaunch
So, what's all the hype with this massive aircraft? Other than the fact that it's the largest airplane in the world, by wingspan, why is it important? The latest news about the Stratolaunch was just published on October 18, 2018 and we're definitely intrigued. In a...
Commercial Aircraft Makeover on a Boeing 747: Photos + Review Dretloh
The first Boeing 747 was completed in September of 1968 and called the "Queen of the Skies" because of its size. At the time, the aircraft was the first-ever wide-body jumbo jet built and required more than 50,000 workers and countless hours to construct for...
One Way to Save Money with this Alternative IFE Option and Your Commercial Aircraft Overhaul
The latest alternative in-flight entertainment (IFE) option is more affordable, simpler, and efficient. How does it stand up to the traditional, installed in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) system most airlines use? One thing is for sure: it's getting the...
What’s Happening in the World of Aircraft Interiors?
Priorities First in the World of Aircraft Interiors So what's happening in the world of aircraft interiors? How are these trends affecting the aircraft refurbishment industry and our clients? Before we begin, there are some key factors we are going to mention...
6 Ways to Keep Clean While Traveling
Traveling has always been revered as luxurious or exotic. Travel also screams germs. I'd guess that the germ part has to do with millions of travelers passing through airports and breathing shared air while jet-setting around the globe. In 2017, travel numbers were up...
Aviation Passenger Experience Spotlight
How is the aviation industry transforming in terms of passenger experience? In this article, we will spotlight some interesting components of the aviation passenger experience industry. We are writing from an MRO and overhaul or refurbishment expert...
A Look at the Newest Airplane Seat – SkyRider 2.0
Is the travel industry ready for the latest seat? The question has been asked an overwhelming number of times: can the economy class cabin seating get any smaller? Will the limited legroom situation ever change to improve travel for budget-conscious passengers? It's...