Northstar VFR

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

By Leslie Caubble, CFI/IGI The pilot shortage has made headlines for several years, and the result has been a record number of young people going into flight training and other adults making a career change for the allure of becoming an airline pilot. This goes for airline carriers as well. No new planes = No pilots needed.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JUNE 26, 2024

Nico Le Roux, development director at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, said: “We are confident that our new ‘Fast and Efficient E-commerce Solution’ will offer customers real cost savings against other UK air cargo hubs, whilst also ensuring they meet their customer delivery-time promise.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 4, 2025

Look up airline pilot positions at job posting sites; youll find that the average requirements are either thousands of flight hours or advanced ratings and certifications. This is great if you want an airline career and a higher-paying job. The Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate is the highest certification you can earn.

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Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 18, 2024

Western Airlines flying over Frankfurt International. So long as the Western aircraft stuck to very specific routes… and there were dire consequences for any which deviated from them… the cargo planes with their precious loads were allowed through. At its peak, a cargo plane was landing in West Berlin every thirty seconds!

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 13, 2024

An American Airlines jet had a pretty dramatic evacuation yesterday, after a passenger’s laptop reportedly caught fire. Although officials haven't determined what caused smoke to fill the cabin of an American Airlines flight at SFO, SKY7 captured firefighters placing a possible laptop in a tub of water. Everybody is OK apparently.

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Inflight Pilot Training

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Many pilots begin their careers as commercial airline pilots, but there are also opportunities in cargo transport, charter flights, and flight instruction. Many students use their training experience to explore related fields like engineering, air traffic control, or aircraft mechanics. Absolutely!

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Modern commercial airliners have complicated cabin air conditioning systems , as well as other electrical cabling and pipework that keep all the systems on the aircraft functioning. EQRoy / Shutterstock This is a regular source of passenger frustration on certain airlines. All of this hardware needs to be accommodated somewhere.

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Aviation Bussiness News

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Silk Way Group, an Azerbaijani conglomerate focused on freight transportation, has unveiled plans for a new cargo airport in the Alat Free Economic Zone. The project is not only envisioned to enhance the transportation capabilities of the country but also to stimulate the comprehensive economic development of the surrounding region.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Douglas C-41, a DC-3 modified to become a VIP transport for the US Army Air Corps (San Diego Air and Space Museum Archives) As the US found the prospect of war to be inevitable, the United States Army Air Force and the United States Navy began impressing civilian DC-3s for the purpose of becoming military transports.

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Fear of Landing

MARCH 7, 2025

TACA flight 110, 24 May 1988 TACA (Transportes Aereos Centro Americanos) was El Salvadors national airline. It had a complicated history, starting in 1930s Tegucigalpa, Honduras, as a cargo airline. An Instructor Pilot, Arturo Soley, was also on the flight deck, to monitor the performance of this new plane for the airline.

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Fear of Landing

AUGUST 2, 2024

The eleven-year-old Boeing 777-300ER, owned by Latam Airlines and registered in Brazil as PT-MUG, was operating flight LA8073 from Milan to São Paulo, Brazil. Once safely off the ground, the flight crew climbed to 5,000 feet and informed Air Traffic Control that they would be returning to the airport to have the aircraft checked over.

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Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 1, 2024

Key Takeaways Commercial pilots are responsible for the safe transportation of passengers and cargo, requiring extensive skills such as self-confidence, situational awareness, and communication abilities. This careful planning helps in choosing the most efficient and safe routes, ensuring a smooth journey for passengers and cargo.

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Flightworx

MAY 21, 2024

Airline pilots, airport staff, and air traffic control must be quick, adaptable, and collaborative in the hopes of avoiding such a domino effect. What can airports and airlines do to mitigate the impacts of a flight diversion or a flight emergency? These examples raise a lot of questions.

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Flightworx

MAY 21, 2024

To meet these requirements, training and certification for all airport and airline staff is pivotal. This includes continuous education in security, air traffic control, emergency response, and environmental management.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Aircraft dispatchers work for passenger and cargo air carriers. Many airlines and aviation companies offer internships specifically designed for newly certified dispatchers. Joining professional organizations like the Airline Dispatchers Federation (ADF) also provides networking opportunities.

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Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 26, 2024

However, it does not qualify the pilot for a job at a major airline, which requires an airline transport pilot (ATP) license. Cargo Pilot As a cargo pilot, you’ll be responsible for hauling loads of stuff from point A to B. Aspiring pilots can consider the following salaries for some common aviation jobs.

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Inflight Pilot Training

AUGUST 13, 2024

Air Traffic Controllers Navigating over to the aviation industry, becoming an air traffic controller is a high-paying, action-packed career, as you control and monitor airplane traffic. According to the BLS, the median annual salary for air traffic controllers is currently $129,750.

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Flight Training Central

MAY 1, 2024

There are numerous jobs in aviation besides just airline pilot. Career opportunities include business aviation pilot, flight instructing, cargo airlines, military flying, law enforcement and many more. You can set your own schedule, use airports that airlines don’t serve and leave the hassles of security lines behind.

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Inflight Pilot Training

AUGUST 6, 2024

Private aviation refers to the use of private aircraft, either owned or chartered, for air transportation. Private aircraft are not operated by commercial airlines and are instead owned by private individuals or companies, or by charter companies that offer their services to clients on a per-flight basis. What Is Private Aviation?

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Flightworx

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Aviation fuel is a major cost for airlines and other aviation businesses, accounting for up to 30% of total operating expenses (Source: IATA ). As a result, aviation fuel suppliers play a key role in helping airlines and other aviation businesses reduce costs. Some airlines even declared bankruptcy.

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Pilot's Life Blog

MARCH 15, 2024

Its design plays an integral part in keeping the flight crew, cargo, and passengers safe because it can withstand changes in atmospheric pressure. They will also communicate with air traffic control about any flight safety alerts should an issue arise with the electronic flight instrument displays.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

It creates millions of jobs around the globe, transports crucial cargo, and even provides military protection. Hydrogen is leading the way as an energy-efficient fuel that is still powerful enough to transport passengers, flight crews, and cargo to their destinations. Research is ongoing since fuel storage poses a challenge.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JANUARY 21, 2025

Holger Mattig, Amadeus senior vice president product management, airport and airline operations, explains how technology is poised to transform the customer experience of using airports The aviation industry is undergoing some of the most transformational changes it has seen in many years.

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Inflight Pilot Training

AUGUST 13, 2024

Air Traffic Controllers Navigating over to the aviation industry, becoming an air traffic controller is a high-paying, action-packed career, as you control and monitor airplane traffic. According to the BLS, the median annual salary for air traffic controllers is currently $129,750.

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Inflight Pilot Training

AUGUST 6, 2024

Private aviation refers to the use of private aircraft, either owned or chartered, for air transportation. Private aircraft are not operated by commercial airlines and are instead owned by private individuals or companies, or by charter companies that offer their services to clients on a per-flight basis. What Is Private Aviation?

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Pilot Job Central

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Image: Stages in a turbine engine Geared Turbofan – A New Class In recent years a hybrid engine has entered airline service. Flight Controls: often hydraulically moved, and with many modern airplanes are fly-by-wire. Air Transport airplanes have large multi-segmented flap and slat systems on the wings.

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Inflight Pilot Training

JULY 30, 2024

Commercial Pilot Commercial pilots are responsible for safely transporting people and cargo across the world. Commercial pilots occupy a variety of positions, including for the major airlines , corporate charters, flight schools and cargo carriers.

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Aviators of Tomorrow

JUNE 19, 2023

The safe transportation of passengers and cargo is the responsibility of pilots, and they must possess a range of technical, cognitive, and interpersonal skills to excel in their role. Communication and Teamwork Clear and effective communication is crucial for pilots to interact with air traffic control, cabin crew, and other team members.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Diverse Airspace: A Blend of Controlled and Uncontrolled Environments Tucson’s airspace presents a unique combination of controlled and uncontrolled areas, providing student pilots with a comprehensive training experience. Our curriculum is designed to meet industry standards, preparing you for the demands of commercial aviation.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

This rating requires additional training focused on instrument flight rules (IFR) , including flying solely by reference to instruments, understanding complex air traffic control procedures, and managing navigation systems. This path allows you to gain experience and earn income simultaneously.

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Aerotime

MARCH 24, 2025

On March 22, 2025, a Kenyan-registered De Havilland Canada DCH-5D Buffalo cargo plane crashed as it prepared to land at Mogadishu-Aden Abdulle International Airport (MGQ) in Somalia. That aircraft (5H-BAF) was subsequently repaired and resumed flying duties for the airline. The aircraft was subsequently written off.

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Inflight Pilot Training

JULY 30, 2024

Commercial Pilot Commercial pilots are responsible for safely transporting people and cargo across the world. Commercial pilots occupy a variety of positions, including for the major airlines , corporate charters, flight schools and cargo carriers.

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Flightworx

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

This process involves detailing your intended route, altitude, and timing, providing crucial information for air traffic control and emergency services. Any airlines or airports reluctant to embrace cutting-edge AI capabilities will be left behind.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

But when in October 2024, SWISS became the first to fly a Boeing 777-300ER covered with the new film it was sharks, and specifically their skin, that the airline industry had to thank.

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Inflight Pilot Training

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Boeings Airplane Health Management system exemplifies this approach, using AI to alert airlines to potential issues, preventing delays, and saving millions in operational costs. By catching problems early, this technology enhances safety and keeps planes in the air longer, a boon for an industry where downtime is a costly enemy.

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Aerotime

MAY 1, 2024

On April 22, 2024, an Air Atlanta Europe Malta Boeing 747-400 freighter operating on behalf of Saudi Arabian Airlines was scheduled to depart from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and fly to Nairobi (NBO) in Kenya. The aircraft accelerated down taxiway K, seemingly intending to take off.

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Cranky Flier

MARCH 21, 2025

Approximately 125 flights were in the air to Heathrow at the time of the incident and had to be diverted or return to their original airport. Most airlines declined comment on the incident, encouraging passengers to check their website or app for updated flight information, but one airline was willing to go on the record.

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