Aerotime
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
CDB Aviation, a Chinese aircraft leasing company, announced on September 19, 2024, that one of its subsidiaries, Ireland-domiciled CDB Aviation Lease Finance, is placing an order for 50 Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft. In a notification to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the leasing firm confirmed that it expects to receive delivery of the aircraft between 2028 and 2031.
Cranky Flier
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
After the US Department of Justice (DOJ) decided to let the Alaska/Hawaiian merger review period pass without saying a word, it seemed like the merger was a done deal. But then, something curious happened. The US Department of Transportation (DOT) kept delaying handing out its fairly standard approval. It clearly wanted something, and now we know what it was.
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Aerotime
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Passengers on a Delta Air Lines flight suffered burst eardrums, headaches and bloody noses when the cabin developed a pressurization issue mid-flight. Flight DL 1203 was en route to Portland International Airport (PDX) from Salt Lake City on September 15, 2024 when pilots noticed that the five-year old B737-900ER aircraft had a pressurization issue when it flew past 10,000 feet.
Vintage Aviation News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
In the warbird industry, when we think about ‘first flights’ after a restoration, the mind immediately jumps to Mustangs and Spitfires, multi-million dollar projects coming out of workshops specializing in the craft. We think of Oshkosh Grand Champions, Golden Wrenches, and so on. Admittedly, gargantuan floatplanes, of all things, are not the first thing to come to mind.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The United States Air Force (USAF) is reconsidering its interim tanker acquisition as it seeks to expedite the development of a next-generation airframe. This would mean continuing to operate more KC-135 Stratotankers than planned, depending on the progress of its Next Generation Air-Refueling System (NGAS) concept.
One Mile at a Time
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
This week, Alaska Airlines’ takeover of Hawaiian Airlines officially closed. While Hawaiian Airlines is now part of Alaska Air Group, the two airlines are still on separate operating certificates. For that matter, the two airlines plan to keep their independent branding in the long run. One question I’ve seen over and over is whether Hawaiian Airlines plans to join the oneworld alliance… and I’m happy to report that I have an answer.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
As part of its ongoing JetForward strategy, JetBlue has revealed plans to open its first airport lounges. The lounges will be at both New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS).
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Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Emirates has revealed a special menu for the famous German folk festival, Oktoberfest. Between September 21 and October 6, the Dubai-based carrier will showcase traditional Bavarian cuisine and beloved German entertainment onboard its flights to and from German cities as well as in German airport lounges.
One Mile at a Time
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
I don’t often write about travel technology related things, since, well, I’m not very good with technology. However, Apple has just introduced a a cool new feature, which I think many people will find to be at least moderately useful. Currency conversion with Apple iPhone iOS 18 Apple has just released the iOS 18 update for the iPhone, and if you install it, you’ll find one new feature that’s especially useful for travelers.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
A typical widebody flight in October will cover 2,622 nautical miles (4,856 km). That is in long-haul space, precisely as youd expect, because of the economics, size, and range of such equipment. But what about really short twin-aisle-operated flights? Cirium and OAG schedule information has been analyzed to find the answers.
AV Web
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is working to enhance its drone program by seeking a cloud-based software provider for fleet management, according to a recent federal contract posting. The agency intends to use this software to more effectively track its increasing number of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), which are vital for investigating accidents.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
In August this year, the number of flights between the US and India was as high as 287. Carriers such as Air India (AI), American Airlines (AA), and United Airlines (UA) were at the forefront of these operations. Air India has also set its sights on adding new destinations in the US.
One Mile at a Time
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
These are strange times we live in, eh? Lebanon bans pagers & walkie-talkies for air travelers Effective immediately, Lebanon’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation has banned passengers from taking pagers and walkie-talkies onto flights. The ban applies to carry-on luggage, checked bags, and cargo, and this will be enforced until further notice.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Hackers are demanding approximately $6 million in cryptocurrency for documents stolen from Port of Seattle, the operator of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The ransomware gang behind the attack posted stolen files to the dark web and is seeking 100 Bitcoin as payment to unlock data it encrypted.
Inspire
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
By Frank Hemko, EAA 569315 I’m 74 years old and have visited AirVenture six times since I retired. My 29-year career flying as captain on UPS B-727s, B-757s, and B-767s kept me busy until I was 66 years old, when I finally had time to come to Oshkosh! I’ve loved every visit! On my first […] The post Honesty at AirVenture first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Early this morning, a Delta Air Lines flight was forced to divert due to a mechanical issue. Though there was an issue, there were no injuries to crew or passengers.
One Mile at a Time
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
JetBlue has just revealed some changes coming to the carrier’s TrueBlue Mosaic elite status program next year. The carrier totally overhauled its loyalty program in 2023, and we’ve seem some minor tweaks since then. We’re now going to see additional changes in 2025, and they’re both good and bad (though I think for most people they’ll be bad). This development comes as JetBlue has announced plans to open airport lounges , and also to introduce a new premium credit card.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
A pilot training aircraft is designed with robustness, stability, and absolute reliability. The list compiles some of the best-selling flight training aircraft used by flight schools worldwide.
Flight Training Central
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
For every pilot, maintaining proficiency is not just about keeping your license current—it’s about ensuring the safety of yourself, your passengers, and the aircraft. One essential part of this process is the Flight Review required under FAR 61.56 which must be completed every 24 calendar months. While it’s not a test or a checkride, it’s an opportunity to sharpen your skills and stay up to date with regulations.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Flight attendant uniforms have changed significantly over the years (as opposed to pilots' navy-derived uniforms, which have barely changed since the 1930s ). Flight attendant uniforms change with fashion and vary with values, social expectations, local traditional clothes, and more. While many male flight attendants have filled the role for decades, this article will focus on the female flight attendant uniforms (which tend to be more fashionable and expressive).
AV Web
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
On Wednesday, Boeing announced it would begin temporarily furloughing workers following a strike involving some 30,000 workers began Friday. According to CBS News, Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said that U.S.-based executives, managers, and other employees would be required to take unpaid leave in the coming days to help the company conserve cash. Those furloughed will be off for one week out of every four for the duration of the strike.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Emirates has unveiled its new lounge at London Stansted Airport (STN) , highlighting that all of the airports that it will serve in the British capital will now have a dedicated lounge for its passengers.
One Mile at a Time
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
It’s an exciting day for JetBlue. The airline has just announced plans to open airport lounges , which is something that has been rumored for years. The lounges will open in New York (JFK) and Boston (BOS), starting in late 2025. As part of this announcement , JetBlue has revealed one other important detail, which I figure is worth covering separately.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Lufthansa is one of the largest transatlantic airlines. From its bases in Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich (MUC), it currently has routes to 27 different US destinations, with an average of 60 daily flights to and from the US during September of this year. Lufthansa is also notable for flying some of the largest available aircraft on its US routes, including the Airbus A380, Airbus A340, and Boeing 747.
AV Web
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Alaska Airlines has completed its $1.9 billion purchase of Hawaiian Airlines, the carrier announced in a press release Wednesday. With the merger complete, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are working towards obtaining a single operating certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), enabling them to operate as a single carrier with an integrated passenger service system.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The Singapore Airlines Group is looking more and more like a snowball gathering speed and getting bigger as it hurtles down a mountain. In August, the Group, which includes Singapore Airlines and Scoot, carried 99% of the passengers it had in August 2019 and is operating at 99% of its pre-pandemic capacity with a passenger load factor of 85.7%.
Flexair
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Veteran pilots who receive VA disability benefits face an increasingly complex landscape when seeking FAA medical certification. Recent FAA investigations have highlighted the importance of transparency in disclosing VA benefits on medical applications. As part of its "Special Project," the FAA has been cross-referencing VA disability benefits with pilot medical certifications, leading to Letters of Investigation and, in some cases, the revocation of certificates for nondisclosure.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Jet engines work by compressing the incoming air through a series of compressors and combining it with atomized fuel in the combustion chamber. The fuel-air mixture is ignited, expanded, and released through the exhaust to produce thrust. Another, larger stream of air merely passes through the bypass stream without being compressed or ignited.
AV Web
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Fans of this feature may have noticed that there were no captions accompanying most of the photos for the past couple of weeks. We’re working on fixing it but in the meantime here are this week’s captions. Picture of the Week: Photo by Dr. Daniel Spitzer: Frecce Tricolori at airshow at Orange County Airport in New York: Cool effect shooting the team with an iPhone in panoramic mode.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
For a team affiliated with the National Basketball Association (NBA), the challenges of managing travel logistics for a road game can be immense, as not just the players, but also dozens of support staff and other equipment must be transported to an opponent's stadium. As transporting this massive number of personnel and cargo onboard commercial flights would be both prohibitively expensive and impractical to do, NBA teams often turn to private jets to solve this logistical problem.
Airline Geeks
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Emirates Boeing 777 aircraft are currently undergoing a significant refurbishment process in Dubai as part of a massive cabin interior overhaul project.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Military communication is intense and complicated, which drives the development of new technology for remote systems like satellites and computers. Most countries focus on reducing the risk of war caused by misunderstandings or insufficient communication. Computers have prevented wars by transforming military communications and gathering intelligence.
AOPA
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Aviation technology company uAvionix said it entered contracts to install its FlightLine surface situational awareness system at six major airports in Florida. The new equipment is expected to be operational before Thanksgiving to help increase safety during the historically busy holiday travel period.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The company behind SkyTeam carrier Virgin Atlantic has debuted a new way for US frequent flyers to earn points that can be used on everything from flights to cruises. The card comes with a modest annual fee of $99 and offers a selection of unique perks and increased earning opportunities.
Aviation News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
– Airlines will need 4,720 new airplanes over 20 years, with single-aisle jets making up 80% of projected deliveries – Passenger air traffic in the.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
A recent study has shown a decrease in passengers spending money at airport terminals despite an increase in passenger travel demand, with this summer seeing record passengers pass through airports across the United States.
Inspire
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
By Matt Ringen, EAA 1304226 “Uncomfortable is good, stay there,” was the response I received from a flying mentor as he recognized I was at the very edge of my personal envelope and task saturated. That advice is rather against the grain of most aviation best practices, but I thoroughly appreciated it, even long for […] The post Uncomfortable Is Good first appeared on Hangar Flying.
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