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The Douglas DC-3 Cargo Workhorses Of DesertAir Alaska

Vintage Aviation News

The weather on that day, September 12, 2024, was rather miserable, but not atypical for Alaska with fall a few days away45 degrees F, ceiling less than 500 feet, and a cold, steady rain. In 2001, the company began year-round charter air freight cargo service to rural villages across Alaska. “We haul everything.

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Is It Hard To Be A Pilot? – The Surprising Truth

Pilot Institute

If you dream of becoming a pilot, you might be wondering if its a hard career to enter. So, is it hard to be a pilot? Key Takeaways To become a pilot, you must invest a considerable amount of time, effort, and money. Pilots face many challenges, but the rewards and incentives make them worthwhile.

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Asia Pacific airlines remain focused on resolutions amid continued growth

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According to AAPA, the industry has seen a strong passenger and cargo demand rebound, with many airlines returning to profitability. APAC airlines’ future: ‘broadly positive’ As of September 2024, it is reckoned that air travel demand in the Asia Pacific region has recovered to 97.5% of 2019 levels.

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

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

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Embraer Commercial CEO Arjan Meijer lauded the new system as a first for commercial aviation with benefits available for both airlines and pilots. With the Enhanced Take Off System in place, E2 aircraft will produce a more precise and efficient rotation moment and flight trajectory, reducing the required field length and pilot workload.

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Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Curtiss C-46 Commando

Vintage Aviation News

Originally conceived in 1937 as a pressurized airliner, the CW-20 was designed to compete with contemporary transports by offering improved high-altitude performance and greater cargo capacity. Designed primarily as a cargo transport, the aircraft was also capable of paratrooper drops. In addition to its U.S.

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FAQs for Young Aspiring Pilots: Everything You Need to Know About Starting Flight Training Early

Inflight Pilot Training

Or maybe youre a parent of a child who cant stop talking about becoming a pilot? To help you navigate the journey, weve answered some of the most commonly asked questions from young aspiring pilots and their families. Inflight Pilot Training offers discovery flights for kids as young as 10 years old. Lets get started!

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