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The controversial push for AI single-pilot ops: Airbus vs. Pilot associations

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A pilot operating Boeing 767s on global routes and a consultant leveraging his extensive aviation and technology expertise, Christian also holds a First-Class Honours degree in Air Transport Operations and a master’s in Blockchain. The Air Line Pilots Association ( ALPA ) has been particularly vocal in its opposition.

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What personal qualities impact success in a cabin crew career

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The cabin crew profession requires specific skills and personal qualities, leading to a successful career. Effective communication, alongside other non-technical skills, such as adaptability, critical thinking, decision-making, and conflict management is essential for building any successful team, especially for cabin crew profession.

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Flydubai searches for pilots, cabin crew and engineers to support airline growth 

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Flydubai is in the midst of a recruitment drive to support the low-cost carrier’s growth with pilots, cabin crew and engineers most in need. The airline’s workforce has ballooned to 5,800 professionals from 140 different countries, with 1,200 of them employed as pilots.

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Singapore Airlines A380 rolls away from airport gate after parking brake error  

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A Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 rolled backward and away from its parking stand at Delhi Airport in India after its crew reportedly failed to set the parking brakes correctly. However, one cabin crew member suffered a minor injury because of the incident, which is now being investigated.

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AirAsia A320neo bound for China returns to KL due to damaged duct in one engine

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The pilots of the A320neo aircraft then followed procedures and requested a priority landing back at KUL Airport. The flight, carrying 171 passengers and crew, landed safely with no injuries reported. Flight AK128 departed Kuala Lumpur at around 21:59 local time on March 26.

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Given the green light: Qatar Airways cleared for 25% stake in Virgin Australia

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Ryan Fletcher / Shutterstock Following consultation with unions and relevant cabin crew and pilot communities, there has been an overwhelming response to the expressions of interest for secondment opportunities for Virgin Australia pilots and cabin crew with Qatar Airways, said a Virgin Australia statement.

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Air Greenland signs lease agreement with Carlyle for single Airbus A320neo

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Flight and cabin crews will operate on both the A330neo and A320neo and a number of Air Greenland’s Dash-8 pilots will be retrained to fly the new arrival. SAS already maintains Air Greenland’s A330-800 and will now additionally service the A320neo once it begins operations.