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SiriusXM weather gives Mooney pilot choices

AOPA

’ Her career has taken her from flying cargo to regional airlines, and eventually to becoming one of the first female captains at TWA. Today, she continues to serve as a captain for a major airline, but her passion for flying extends beyond her professional responsibilities. Alicia Sikes is a ‘pilot’s pilot.’

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United Airlines reports strong growth throughout 2Q24, expects more in 2024  

Aerotime

United Airlines has posted a strong set of results for the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24), which demonstrate that the carrier is capitalizing on the strongest parts of its operation to boost its bottom line. In 2Q24, the airline carried 44.3 billion, and cargo revenues $414 million. billion, and a net income of $1.32 per gallon.

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Qatar Airways Cargo introduces trio of solutions to enhance shipment flexibility

Aviation Bussiness News

Qatar Airways Cargo has launched AirPlus Solutions, offering enhanced services for various cargo products. Mark Drusch, chief officer of cargo at Qatar Airways Cargo, said: “We recognise that our customers have unique requirements and often need greater flexibility. .”

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Embraer releases multiple updates at FIA, includes plans for auto-takeoff system

Aerotime

Embraer Commercial CEO Arjan Meijer lauded the new system as a first for commercial aviation with benefits available for both airlines and pilots. Additionally, Embraer announced its latest aircraft, the 190F E-Freighter, passenger to full cargo conversion, has been certified by the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC).

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All Nippon Joins The SharkSkin Coating Family

AV Web

Following the lead of Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss International Air Lines, EVA Air and All Nippon Airways have become the first Asian carriers to adopt a high-tech aircraft coating that reduces drag by emulating the skin of a shark. The post All Nippon Joins The SharkSkin Coating Family appeared first on AVweb.

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Aircraft Dispatcher Job Requirements

Pilot Institute

Dispatchers are often considered “pilots on the ground” and play an important part in airlines. In an airline environment, pilots have many responsibilities. Flight dispatchers also communicate with pilots and update them about weather, turbulence, and other variables that could affect their flight. What Does a Dispatcher Do?

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Feeling the Heat

Ask the Pilot

On the most basic level, hot weather affects air travel the way it affects most things: it makes people uncomfortable and wears them down. Aerodynamically, warmer air is less dense than cooler air, meaning that in hot weather a wing produces less lift. Extreme heat is no fun for airlines or their customers.

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