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Impact of automation, AI, and emerging technologies on aviation career

Aerotime

Cargo volumes are also projected to reach 72.5 According to Boeing, over the next two decades there will be a need for 674,000 new pilots, 716,000 new maintenance technicians, and 980,000 new cabin crews worldwide respectively to the current global commercial fleet. billion in 2025, marking a 6.7% increase compared to 2024.

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From crop dusting to global megacarrier: Marking 100 years of Delta Air Lines

Aerotime

In cold weather, the cabins are warm and comfortable and with the interesting feature of scenic observation of the surrounding country, afford the ideal means of modern travel.” The cabin crew was even tasked with handing out bottles of a product made by another well-known Atlanta-based company Coca-Cola.

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The anatomy of a commercial flight – all you ever wanted to know:   Part two   

Aerotime

In the previous installment of this two-part article , AeroTime took you through the initial stages of a routine commercial flight, from the pre-departure checks carried out by the pilots and cabin crew, to what is happening outside the aircraft, and from engine startup to taxi and take-off.

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Enjoying Club J cabin with Japan Airlines Airbus A350-900 From Okinawa to Tokyo Haneda

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

This airline along with J-Air, JAL Cargo, Japan Air Commuter, Japan Transocean Air, Hokkaido Air System and Ryukyu Air Commuter are managed by the JAL group and the subsidiaries (excluding JAL Cargo) operate on domestic feeder services, while for JAL Cargo, it operates both domestic and international routes.

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Aircraft Dispatcher Job Requirements

Pilot Institute

Flight dispatchers also communicate with pilots and update them about weather, turbulence, and other variables that could affect their flight. Your shift will begin with you gathering the current and forecasted weather for the day. The weather is used to plan the route, calculate the cruising altitude, and more.

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The Top 10 Skills Every Pilot Needs to Master

Aviators of Tomorrow

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. Pilots must continuously monitor the aircraft’s instruments, scan the surrounding airspace, and assess weather conditions.

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From Gliders to Jumbos: How Much Do Airplanes Cost?

Pilot Institute

Gliders, for example, are not powered and therefore require favorable weather conditions to fly. Ultralights typically have a shorter range and lower altitude capability compared to other aircraft and are also more susceptible to weather conditions. They can also be used for flight training.