Aerotime

JUNE 12, 2024

NASA astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams will spend a few more days aboard the International Space Station (ISS) after it was announced that the earliest Boeing Starliner spacecraft will return to Earth has been rescheduled for June 18, 2024. It had been expected the Boeing CST-100 Starliner would return at the earliest from June 14, 2024, but will now be delayed so a spacewalk can be carried out and engineers have more time to “complete system checkouts”. “@NASA and @BoeingSpace

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Weather 261

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

Whether from watching epic Hollywood blockbusters like Top Gun, attending high-flying air shows, or building diecast models as a child, becoming a fighter pilot is a dream for many, though one realized by a select few.

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Pilot Jet 124

Aerotime

JUNE 12, 2024

Cathay Pacific has just flown its last remaining plane stored in the Australian outback to Hong Kong. The airline had placed much of its aircraft fleet into storage at various locations around the world following the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020. The aircraft, an Airbus A330-300 registered B-HLV, left Alice Springs Airport (ASP) in Australia’s Northern Territory and headed home to Hong Kong via a stop in Darwin on June 6, 2024.

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Ferry Flight Weather Airlines Airline 259

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

Many aviation enthusiasts are aware of several different types of aircraft. In private aviation , this may include business aircraft powered by jet engines or propellor aircraft that are powered by piston engines. However, one type of aircraft that is often overlooked is turboprop aircraft. These aircraft utilize a turbine engine that drives an aircraft propellor so that they may resemble smaller piston-powered propellor aircraft.

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Jet 119

Aerotime

JUNE 12, 2024

Plans for a new plane spotting facility at Dublin Airport (DUB), Ireland, have been revealed that will provide aviation enthusiasts and members of the public with a dedicated viewing area to see aircraft take off and land. On June 11, 2024, daa International , which runs Dublin Airport and Cork Airport (ORK), submitted a planning application to local officials for permission to construct an elevated covered platform with seating.

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Runway Airlines Airline 219

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 12, 2024

Often buying points strategically can be a good value , and Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is one of my favorite programs to buy miles from, both thanks to the frequency with which the program sells miles, and what a good deal award redemptions can be. Alaska Mileage Plan has just launched its newest promotion on purchased miles, and it has the potential to be a good deal.

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Airlines Airline 115

Aerotime

JUNE 12, 2024

Archer Aviation’s electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft Midnight has completed its first-ever transition flight, successfully moving from vertical takeoff to wing-borne flight. The flight was conducted at Archer’s flight test facility in Salinas, California, on June 8, 2024, where Midnight reached speeds of over 100 mph before landing safely.

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Payload Thrust Airplanes Airlines 207

Aerotime

JUNE 12, 2024

Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines have announced an expansion of their partnership, including a new codeshare agreement and a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration aims to enhance travel options and convenience for passengers. The MoU, signed by Qatar Airways Group CEO Badr Mohammed Al-Meer and China Southern Airlines President and CEO Han Wensheng, outlines a framework for strengthening market presence and cooperation in cargo and frequent flyer programs. “As part

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Airlines Airline Cargo 109

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

The Gulfstream G600 was announced almost a decade ago, and since then, there have been over 130 of the private jets delivered. Taking over from Gulfstream's popular G550, the long-haul 19-seater jet has proven a hit since its introduction.

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Jet 116

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 12, 2024

One of the best ways to maximize airline miles is to redeem on an airline other than the one you’re accruing miles with, and take advantage of award pricing sweet spots. There are some fantastic arbitrage opportunities out there, whether it’s redeeming avianca lifemiles for Lufthansa first class , or redeeming Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points for All Nippon Airways business class.

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Airlines Airline 109

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

If you fly on Air Astana from Frankfurt Airport , you will get a couple of meals on the flight to Kazakhstan. These flights, and the ex-FRA flights of 17 other airlines, are catered for by GIC International Catering, a boutique aircraft caterer located 3 km from the airport.

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Airlines Airline 116

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 12, 2024

Dublin Airport has submitted plans for a new plane spotting facility, and I adore this concept… Dublin Airport plans aircraft observation area As flagged by Economy Class & Beyond , Dublin Airport has announced plans for a new dedicated viewing area for the public to watch planes take off and land on the airport’s runways. The aircraft observation facility will be located on the site of the current informal airport viewing point on Old Airport Road, referred to by some as “The Mound.

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Runway Crosswind 95

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

As passengers across the globe increasingly take to the skies, major airports are also registering record footfalls that are smashing previous records. London Heathrow, the UKs busiest airport, is also witnessing a travel rush like never before, and has served more than 81 million passengers in the last 12 months.

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One Mile at a Time

JUNE 12, 2024

Virgin Atlantic and EL AL are launching a codeshare partnership. From a points perspective, the most exciting development here is the opportunity to redeem another rewards currency on EL AL. Flying Club adding EL AL awards on June 19, 2024 Virgin Atlantic and EL AL are launching a codeshare partnership , whereby the airlines will place their “code” on flights operated by the other carrier between London (LHR) and Tel Aviv (TLV).

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Airlines Airline 94

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

Following severe weather over the Balearic Islands, Spain, Mallorca and its airport, Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI), suffered significant disruption on June 11. As a result, more than 100 flights were delayed, canceled, or diverted from PMI during the day, with the situation normalizing on June 12.

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Weather Airline Airlines 116

Air Facts

JUNE 12, 2024

Uncle Joe’s Last Flight Air Facts Journal Author’s Note: I miss fly’n for Hawaiian! During my 37 years with Hawaiian, I enjoyed and fondly recall more than a few high points. I would like to share one of my proudest moments with you. Uncle Joe ‘s Last Flight “Hey Joe , this is your Captain speaking. We’re going to push back now and take you home”.

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Air Traffic Control Descent Runway Thrust 98

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

Commercial air travel has significantly evolved since the first airlines took to the skies. With more and more people flying longer distances, air transport has fundamentally changed how the world works. However, over the years, there have been times when global passenger numbers have significantly plummeted.

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Airlines Airline 116

Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 12, 2024

The South Pacific WWII Museum , located on the island of Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of World War II in the South Pacific region. This military history museum serves as both an educational and commemorative destination, highlighting the island’s role in the Pacific Theatre and uncovering the lost history of the area.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

It may not be every day that you hear, aircraft fuselages are inspired by sharks, but the reality is that it is one of the most unorthodox innovations regarding commercial aircraft. Although these well-known sea creatures and rulers reside deep beneath the ocean's surface, they have somehow influenced new ways to improve the performance of aircraft transporting people around the globe high into the atmosphere.

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Airlines Airline 111

Airline Geeks

JUNE 12, 2024

On Friday, June 7, 2024, Royal Air Maroc (RAM) announced the relaunch of its non-stop transatlantic route connecting Casablanca and São Paulo.

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Airline Airlines 118

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

Have you ever visited an Air Force museum or a military air show at an Air Force Base? While such bases are highly classified sites, requiring high levels of security clearances even for employees, there is something for the public at these popular sites. Simple Flying explores five such locations that feature museums and organize annual air shows for aviation enthusiasts.

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Clearance 111

AV Web

JUNE 12, 2024

Most Grumman American AA1s had similar tail numbers, many ending in Lima, like mine. I was making a short hop in my little blue two-seater from Nashua, New Hampshire (KASH), southbound to Hanscom Field in Bedford, Massachusetts (KBED). Having once been based at KBED, the routine was well set in my muscle memory. I called in from 10 miles out and the tower controller told me to report entering a right downwind for Runway 29.

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Tail Airplanes Runway Pilot 90

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

United Airlines is one of the United States' big four airlines, following American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. It operates an extensive network with 348 destinations and has a substantial aircraft fleet, totaling 955 units. In 2023, the airline accommodated a total of 165 million passengers, the largest number of passengers in the airline's history.

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Airlines Airline 111

AV Web

JUNE 12, 2024

Archer Aviation announced today it completed the first successful transition flight of its Midnight electric vertical takeoff and land (eVTOL) aircraft on June 8. In transitioning from vertical takeoff mode to wing-borne flight, the six front-facing electric motors tilt forward as it picks up speed to power the aircraft like a conventional fixed-wing aircraft.

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Payload Lift Pilot 83

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

The HondaJet 2600, crafted by the notable Japanese manufacturer Honda, is relatively unknown, yet it is a surprisingly capable midsize jet. Known for its single-pilot operational certification, it stands out in the executive aircraft segment.

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Jet Pilot 111

Aviation News

JUNE 12, 2024

MONTREAL, June 12 (Reuters) – Airbus has told workers at its Montreal-area A220 factory that it wants to impose mandatory overtime on weekends to catch.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

A few days ago, I flew back home from London to Dubai for the summer with Emirates. Considering the airline operates up to seven flights daily, there were plenty of options for me to choose from.

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Airlines Airline 111

AV Web

JUNE 12, 2024

Most Grumman American AA1s had similar tail numbers, many ending in Lima, like mine. I was making a short hop in my little blue two-seater from Nashua, New Hampshire (KASH) southbound to Hanscom Field in Bedford, Massachusetts (KBED). Having once been based at BED, the routine was well set in my muscle memory. I called in from 10 miles out and the tower controller told me to report entering a right downwind for Runway 29.

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Tail Airplanes Runway Pilot 76

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

British Airways has 18 A350-1000s. At just 2.8 years on average, the type is its youngest subfleet, although it'll lose that title when the 777-9 finally arrives. BA is Europe's largest user of the A350-1000, but it is third globally behind Qatar Airways (the launch customer) and Cathay Pacific; the trio are all one world members.

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Aviation News

JUNE 12, 2024

CONSTANTA, Romania, June 12 (Reuters) – Finland on Tuesday made its first deployment for NATO since joining the alliance in April 2023, sending seven F-18.

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Jet 74

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

The Airbus A321neo represents the latest in aviation technology, with its new-generation engines and Sharklets contributing to significant reductions in noise and CO emissions. The aircraft is designed to offer superior passenger comfort with the Airspace cabin, which includes LED lighting, larger overhead bins, and improved window views.

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Aviation Technology Airlines Airline 111

Aviation News

JUNE 12, 2024

June 11 (Reuters) - Boeing said on Tuesday it delivered 24 commercial planes in May, about half of the 50 jets it handed over to customers during the same month a year earlier, as it continued operating a slower assembly line to complete outstanding work.

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Jet 68

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

We see more private jets around major airports and airfields, and in the air than ever before. Thanks to the competition among many private charter companies, more people have access to private jets. Irrespective of the availability, this elite way of flying often comes at a steep cost. While some purchase private jets outright, others may get into fractional ownership programs where multiple individuals or companies own a plane.

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Jet 105

World Airline News

JUNE 12, 2024

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, will provide its customers and partners with increased belly hold cargo capacity across its global network starting from June 2024. The carrier’s summer schedule will introduce 23 passenger flights to new destinations and increase passenger flights to existing routes by 77 per week, totalling 100 new weekly passenger flights.

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Cargo Airlines Airline 64

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

Hard to believe as this may seem. the Republic Fairchild A-10 Thunderbolt II, known much better as the "Warthog," is already a quinquagenarian, having celebrated its 50th "BRRRT-Day" (birthday) back on May 10, 2022. Alas, as the proverb/clich goes, "All good things must come to an end," and the U.S. Air Force brass is planning to retire the Warthog, in spite of the best efforts by many members of Congress to block that retirement and forestall the inevitable.

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AOPA

JUNE 12, 2024

There is a reason why practicing meditation, mindfulness, and even yawning all focus on taking deep breaths-oxygen is at the center of our consciousness.

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Pilot 69

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

The Gulfstream G500 is a luxurious and versatile business jet that has set a new standard for performance, innovation and comfort in the world of private aviation. With its impressive range, the G500 stands out as one of the most sought-after options for those looking to fly long distances in style and with ease. What is the range of this illustrious private jet ?

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Jet 105