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Boeing forecasts need for 2.4 million new aviation personnel by 2043

Aerotime

Predictions indicate that most new aviation crews will operate single aisle aircraft. Meanwhile, wide-body aircraft will be the primary choice for flying operations in Africa and the Middle East. The company forecasts that, within 20 years, the global air cargo fleet will have increased by two thirds to support 4.1%

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Ouch: American Boeing 787 Engine Ingests Cargo Container

One Mile at a Time

While taxiing to its arrival gate at Terminal 5, the aircraft somehow ingested a cargo container into its number two (right side) engine, destroying the container, and damaging the aircraft. It would appear the the container sucked into the engine was a standard unit load device, commonly used to transport cargo, bags, etc.

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Virgin Atlantic Launching Cargo Flights To… Brussels?!?

One Mile at a Time

However, if you’re a passenger, you’re out of luck… Virgin Atlantic adds London to Brussels cargo flights For the upcoming winter season, Virgin Atlantic plans to operate dedicated cargo flights between London (LHR) and Brussels (BRU). This is exclusively a cargo service, which we don’t otherwise see Virgin Atlantic do a whole lot of.

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Alaska Turns Seattle Into Global Hub: 12 Long Haul Routes By 2030

One Mile at a Time

Alaska Airlines recently acquired Hawaiian Airlines , fueling speculation as to whether the combined carrier might launch long haul flights from Seattle. Alaska is so committed to long haul flying out of Seattle that the airline plans to introduce a new flagship international lounge at the airport by 2027.

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Restoration of full network sees Vietnam Airlines increase revenues and profits

Aviation Bussiness News

A return to full domestic and international operations has seen Vietnam Airlines record increased revenues and profits in the first three quarters of 2024. In the nine months to September 30, the airline generated consolidated revenue of more than 85.466 trillion VND, a year-on-year increase of 24.64%. million passengers, a rise of 8.9%

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Most Paid Airline Pilots

WayMan

For aspiring pilots, the dream of flying high comes with another important question: what carrier do the most paid airline pilots fly for? The aviation industry offers lucrative career opportunities, especially with certain airlines that are known for offering higher-than-average salaries.

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Vietnam Airlines produces a strong performance in the third quarter

World Airline News

Vietnam Airlines produced a strong performance for the third quarter and the first nine months of 2024, driven by the restoration of its entire domestic network and most of the international network, alongside the introduction of new routes and increased operations during the peak summer season. million passengers, a rise of 8.9%