Aerotime

MAY 12, 2024

Abra Group, the parent company of Avianca and Brazilian low-cost carrier GOL, announced, on May 9, 2024, that is has acquired an equity stake in Spanish charter and ACMI operator Wamos Air. The deal has been referred to as “strategic” by Abra Group, although no specific details have been made public about the amount and equity stake involved. In a note posted on Abra Group’s investors portal , Abra Group confirmed that it intends to preserve Wamos Air as a distinct entity.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

Breeze Airways , the airline making headwinds as a new American ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC), has reminded Airbus that they are interested in a stretched version of the popular A220-300. The airline already has 23 of the A220-300 in service , with almost 70 on order. This ULCC is already retiring its 16 Embraer E190 and E195 and is looking to Airbus for inspiration.

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One Mile at a Time

MAY 12, 2024

When you book an airline ticket, you’re issued a PNR (passenger name record), sometimes referred to as a record locator or confirmation code. This is typically a six digit code that consist either exclusively of letters, or of a combination of letters and numbers. Along those lines, I recently issued a ticket for myself that had the funniest letter combination I’ve ever seen, so I wanted to talk about that in a bit more detail.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

Air traffic controllers are highly specialized individuals who undergo tough and scrutiny training to keep the skies and tarmacs safe. They manage the flow of aircraft in and out of airports and in the air, overseeing the entire flight path of planes. Given the high stakes involved in this career, many aspiring air traffic controllers wonder if a university degree is necessary to enter the field.

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One Mile at a Time

MAY 12, 2024

For the past several weeks, Hilton Honors has been offering a bonus on purchased points promotion. This is potentially in line with the best offers we see from the program, and could represent a great value for hotel redemptions. I wanted to post a reminder of this offer, as it will be expiring soon, so this is your last chance to take advantage of it.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

According to Stratos Jets , the Cirrus Vision Jet is the least expensive private jet. This article will explore the cost of acquiring and running the aircraft and compare it to similar planes.

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Airline Geeks

MAY 12, 2024

According to a recent Cirium Diio schedule update, the Fort Worth-based airline will add service between LAX and Flagstaff Pulliam Airport in Arizona.

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Airline Geeks

MAY 12, 2024

United has decided to re-add some regional flying to smaller cities in the southeastern United States starting later this year.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

Among all leisure destinations worldwide, few are as unique in their scope as gambling hubs, to which millions flock annually in search of luck at some of the world's largest casinos. As a result, passenger demand for these major centers for the gaming industry is extremely strong, and airlines are quick to compete on some of these lucrative routes.

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One Mile at a Time

MAY 12, 2024

Link: Apply now for The Platinum Card® from American Express or The Business Platinum Card® from American Express The Platinum Card® from American Express ( review ) and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express ( review ) are among the most popular premium cards out there. The cards have hefty annual fees — $695 for the personal version ( Rates & Fees ), and $695 for the business version ( Rates & Fees ) — though if you use the cards right, you should get perks that more than

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

When it comes to military aircraft, very few aircraft command as much respect and admiration as the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III. With its imposing presence and unparalleled versatility, the C-17 has become an indispensable asset in the arsenal of various national air forces. But what exactly is the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III used for, and why is it considered one of the most formidable military transport aircraft ever built?

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Northstar VFR

MAY 12, 2024

By Jordan Bullock, A321 Pilot For many people, becoming a pilot is a childhood fascination that either culminates into an illustrious career, or fades away as something that could have been. For others, being a pilot is a second career, often originating from being unhappy in their current work arrangement. The process to become a pilot is taxing, consuming and requires a high level of commitment.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

While the South Pacific comprises hundreds of islands and dozens of nations, it is a really tight-knit brotherhood of people whose first instinct is to look after each other. That came out on Friday when Fiji Airways announced it would fly home free any Fijians stranded in Vanuatu following the collapse of Air Vanuatu on Thursday.

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Airline Geeks

MAY 12, 2024

While Delta hasn't officially announced that it will operate the type, the carrier has since added the CRJ-550 to its website's fleet page

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

Since entering service in 2007, the iconic Airbus A380 has flown over 800,000 flights and carried more than 300 million passengers. With a wingspan wider than a football field and more seats than any other aircraft, the double-decker, widebody plane necessitates an enhanced runway, gate, and terminal infrastructure at many airports.

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AV Web

MAY 12, 2024

About 60 GA aircraft representing GA over the past 85 years flew over downtown Washington on Saturday. It took more than an hour and here’s the recording of the livestream. The post Best Of The Web: Washington Flyby appeared first on AVweb.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has until August 5, 2024, to determine whether it will oppose the merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, according to an SEC filing released by both airlines on May 7, 2024.

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AV Web

MAY 12, 2024

In all the teeth gnashing about the rocky road to a universal unleaded aviation gasoline, there’s a background theme that I’ve been trying to get across that tends to be drowned out by the technical issues and politics of the issue. The dizzyingly complex details of gasoline chemistry and the puzzling political battle over the dark horse, GAMI’s G100UL, that theoretically is the runaway leader in the race for a universal replacement for 100LL, consume us.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

Frontier Airlines, a US-based low-cost carrier, has recently received approval from the US Department of Transportation (DOT) to use a new name for some of its air transportation operations. The DOT has granted immediate permission to use the Frontera brand name, derived from the Spanish word for 'border,' for specific air transportation operations, effective May 6, 2024, as stated in the official DOT document.

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Aviation News

MAY 12, 2024

This summer we will do some short articles about airshows, fly-ins, events, museums, military exercises under the title Summer Special. On Sunday May 12, 2024.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit is one of the most potent symbols of American Air Force power projection. However, the B-2's fleet size is limited, and it seems that the US Air Force's limited fleet of B-2s is set to get a little smaller. It has just been revealed that one of the B-2 Spirits will not be upgraded but will be divested, reducing the fleet size to 19.

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Plane and Pilot

MAY 12, 2024

A new era of aviation is upon us. With innovations in sustainable fuels, airframe design, and safety, we may not recognize the machines that take … Read More "Electric Atmosphere" The post Electric Atmosphere appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

On 6 May (Monday), a KLM flight (a Boeing 777-200ER ) was diverted for an unscheduled landing at Turkey's Ankara airport (ESB) following indications of a cargo fire. According to Aviation24.be , the aircraft (registered PH-BQB) was en route from Amsterdam to Shanghai on flight KL895 and was flying over the Black Sea when the warning happened. Onboard fires can result from the loss of the aircraft.

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AV Web

MAY 12, 2024

Poll: Does Lead Exposure At The Airport Concern You? Poll: Does Lead Exposure At The Airport Concern You? No. Maybe a little. I'm starting to worry. Yes. Other Δ The post Poll: Does Lead Exposure At The Airport Concern You? appeared first on AVweb.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

Southwest Airlines is looking into a situation involving a passenger climbing into an overhead bin on a recent flight. A video posted on TikTok last week captured the ordeal and went viral, receiving more than five million views.

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Altitudes Magazine

MAY 12, 2024

GlobeAir began back in 2007, when the aviation industry was on the verge of a transformation.Passionate aviator and visionary, Bernhard Fragner saw a demand for personalised, efficient, and luxurious air travel founding the company with a vision to revolutionise short-haul travel.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

Its back. Delta Air Lines is preparing to return its Summer seasonal service between Atlanta and Anchorage, Alaska. The carrier, the only airline to fly the route, will utilize its Boeing 757-200 on the more than seven-hour journey.

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AV Web

MAY 12, 2024

A whopping 71 percent of respondents say they’ll probably never fly an electric aircraft. The post Last Week’s Poll Results: Electric Experience Unlikely appeared first on AVweb.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

Did you know some companies are taking parts from scrapped Boeing 747s and turning them into high-end furniture? Whether for aviation-themed hotels, bars, restaurants, or even home offices, specialist companies are upcycling Boeing 747s components into furniture and decorative art.

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AV Web

MAY 12, 2024

Poll: Does Lead Exposure At The Airport Concern You? Poll: Does Lead Exposure At The Airport Concern You? No Maybe a little I'm starting to worry Yes Other Δ The post Poll: Does Lead Exposure At The Airport Concern You? appeared first on AVweb.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

The Boeing 787 is a game-changing aircraft in so many ways. For airlines, it offered a capable, fuel-efficient aircraft that could easily travel between continents. It upped the comfort levels by some degree for passengers, offering anti-jetlag features and increased humidity for a more comfortable long-haul trip.

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AOPA

MAY 12, 2024

FREDERICK, Md., May 12, 2024 – When the Beechcraft Model 17 Staggerwing took off from Frederick Municipal Airport on Saturday—after 16 months of planning, intense coordination with 11 government agencies, focused pilot preparation, and closely watching the weather radar—a wave of excitement, pride, and relief washed over the general aviation community.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

New Yorks John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one of the largest airports in the world. In 2023, 144 million passengers traveled through the airport, a 4% increase from pre-pandemic levels and a new record for the airport. It serves as a gateway to the continental US for millions of people and a major airport for Americans to travel to the rest of the world.

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Fly'n Things

MAY 12, 2024

Promotional Poster Used to Publicize the Planned Non-Stop Flight Around the World Without Refueling The tragic news story was brought to our … Dick Rutan, ‘Round the World w/o Refueling’ Dies at 85

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

It was Saturday, August 6th, 1966. Braniff International Airways Flight 250 had a busy evening ahead. The BAC 1-11 registration N1553 had four crew onboard and passenger numbers would change en-route. The aircraft could take up to 68 passengers with 24 in first class.

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All Plane

MAY 12, 2024

On April 22-23 I had the opportunity to attend the 2024 South East Europen Aviation Summit (SEAS) in Belgrade and deliver a keynote about advanced air mobility (AAM) This is a major aviation event organized by Tango6, the top aviation media platform in Serbia, covering the whole Balkan region, covering all aspects of the industry, both commercial and military.

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Simple Flying

MAY 12, 2024

Unless economy passengers have an elite status on Etihad Airways , they are last to board the plane. Economy passengers can also board Etihad Airways earlier if they have paid for Priority Access. Since Etihad has different types of economy class, the fares are usually different. The amenities and allowances in these different types of economy class are also not the same.

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