Flying With Chris

“Flying with Chris by TAN ZONE” brings aviation insights into real-world experience through firsthand journeys and behind-the-scenes access. Join Chris on his journeys!

The World's Longest Flight Has No Economy Class. But Can You Handle 19 Hours?

There are not many occasions in life when you willingly lock yourself inside a pressurized metal tube and stay there for almost an entire day. Flying the world’s longest nonstop flight had been sitting on my aviation bucket list for years. When a trip to Singapore finally came up, the opportunity was too good to pass up: I booked Singapore Airlines Flight SQ23, nonstop from my home city of New York to Singapore. A breathtaking view over Afghanistan For aviation geeks, this ro

Chris Li

Aug 1112 min read

Inaugural Flight-Toronto Island to New York on a Rare Dash 8-400

Join me as we fly Air Canada's Inaugural Flight from Toronto Billy Bishop City Airport to New York LaGuardia

Chris Li

Mar 2812 min read

Cathay Pacific's Soaring Comeback: Why It's the New King of Economy Class in 2025-2026

After a few years of turbulence and a tarnished reputation, Cathay Pacific is officially back in the ring—and it’s swinging for the fences. In this edition of Flying With Chris, we analyze how the Hong Kong carrier reclaimed its status as a top-tier airline in 2025. From the Beijing to Hong Kong route, we go beyond the Skytrax awards to see what’s actually happening on the ground and in the cabin.

Chris Li

Aug 5, 20257 min read