Cranky Flier
JULY 15, 2024
As I mentioned in my trip report last week , I flew into SFO on a recent trip to the Bay Area but back out of Oakland. This wasn’t by design, but since I knew they were both pretty easy options from the city, I felt comfortable choosing the best flight times/prices out of either airport. Once we settled on going into one and out of the other, I knew it would be worth a comparison post.
Aerotime
JULY 15, 2024
Delta Air Lines says travelers are avoiding Paris this summer due to the upcoming Paris Olympics, set to take place from July 26 to August 11, 2024. Due to a significant drop in tourists booking flights to the city, the carrier is facing a $100 million loss, Delta CEO Ed Bastian revealed in an interview with CNBC. Bastian also said that travelers are largely avoiding Paris due to large crowds.
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Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
On July 15, the Taiwanese carrier and SkyTeam member China Airlines resumed flights between Seattle and Taipei. This followed the June 2024 start of fellow SkyTeam carrier Delta, the first time it has operated non-stop between the US and Taipei. It previously served Seattle-Taipei via Tokyo until 2016.
Aerotime
JULY 15, 2024
Malaysia Airlines has welcomed its first batch of indigenous cabin crew members after they graduated from the company’s training program. The ‘Orang Asli’, which translates to ‘original people’, belong to a minority population that are considered the original inhabitants of Malaysia. Malaysia Airlines said that the four Orang Asli members underwent a rigorous three-month training program at Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB) Academy before graduating to become cabin crew on July 11, 2024.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
With African airlines expected to grow their fleets significantly over the next 20 years, Airbus sees Nigeria as one of Africas biggest untapped markets, given its population size and Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Additionally, the growth of intra-Africa traffic is driving the demand for single-aisle aircraft on the continent.
Aerotime
JULY 15, 2024
SpaceX’s tight schedule for commercial satellite launches has been thrown off course following the loss of one of its Falcon 9 rockets after launch on July 11, 2024. Following the incident, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has grounded the rockets, potentially delaying future launches indefinitely. Approximately one hour after the Falcon 9 had lifted off from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, United States, on the night of the launch, the rocket’s second-stag
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Onboard medical emergencies can be very distressing, ranging from cardiac arrests to injuries like the turbulence event on SQ123 not so long ago. But at times, they can also come with a happy event, like what happened on a Finnair flight to Paris.
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Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
The United States is a crucial market for Air India, and several reports have surfaced in recent times of the carrier planning to add more destinations in the country. Simple Flying has also looked at such plans over the last several months, and now, another report has surfaced, which says that Air India is close to adding Dallas and Los Angeles to its network.
Aerotime
JULY 15, 2024
Southwest Airlines and Archer Aviation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop an electric air taxi network for California airports and other southwest locations. “We’ve proudly served as California’s largest carrier for nearly 25 years, and integrating Archer’s electric aircraft into the travel journey potentially gives us an innovative opportunity to enhance the experience of flying Southwest,” said Paul Cullen, Vice President Real Estate at Southwest Airlines, in a press re
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
US-based electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer Archer Aviation has signed an agreement with low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines to develop electric air taxi networks at airports across California. The partnership is strategic, considering the Dallas-based Southwest is the largest airline in the Golden State and Archer is a leading manufacturer of eVTOL aircraft.
Aerotime
JULY 15, 2024
Passengers on an American Airlines flight arriving at San Francisco from Miami were forced to evacuate the aircraft after a laptop emitted smoke and heat upon arrival at the aircraft’s assigned gate. The passengers were forced to use the emergency evacuation slides to escape the aircraft, causing injuries to three individuals. The flight involved in this latest incident involving a laptop onboard a passenger plane was American Airlines flight AA2045 from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney (P&W) announced on Monday that it has completed the Preliminary Design Review (PDR) for the F-135s Engine Core Upgrade (ECU). With this announcement, P&W confirms that the ECU design is on schedule and exceeding expectations.
Vintage Aviation News
JULY 15, 2024
By James Church Midwest Aero Restorations, Ltd. , of Danville, Illinois is making great progress on yet another stunning P-51 Mustang restoration. The aircraft currently nearing completion following the attention of Midwest’s team of dedicated and talented craftsmen is North American Aviation (NAA) P-51D-20-NA Mustang, USAAF #44-72107. This particular Mustang is a World War II combat veteran, having flown with the 20th Fighter Group (FG), 77th Fighter Squadron (FS) of the 8th Air Force in
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Having made its first flight in 1979, the McDonnell Douglas MD-80 went into service with launch customer Swissair in 1980. The aircraft, which was developed from the Douglas DC-9, became affectionately known as the Mad Dog. But how did it get its nickname?
One Mile at a Time
JULY 15, 2024
The Amex Offers program has just rolled out a great new targeted offer for the purchase of Virgin Atlantic flights, which could be worth considering for anyone planning a transatlantic trip. Save $250 on a Virgin Atlantic itinerary With a new targeted Amex Offers deal, you can earn a $250 statement credit when you spend $1,800 or more with Virgin Atlantic by September 30, 2024.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Boeing has affirmed that it will not bring any test aircraft to the upcoming Farnborough International Airshow , with the manufacturer focusing instead on safety and quality during the event and in general.
AV Web
JULY 15, 2024
Former astronaut Gen. Joe Engle died July 10 at the age of 91. Engle was an accomplished Air Force pilot with the distinction of flying two different winged spacecraft, the X-15 and the Space Shuttle. Beyond that he flew 185 aircraft and accumulated 15,400 hours, including the first operational shuttle flight and another later on. Engle grew up in Kansas, the son of an agriculture instructor but he never considered a life kicking the clods.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
LATAM's loyalty program is called LATAM Pass. One of the primary ways for its members to earn Miles is, of course, by flying with LATAM Airline Group or one of its partner airlines. However, what other options do LATAM Pass members have for earning Miles without leaving the ground?
AV Web
JULY 15, 2024
The FAA has granted Type Inspection Authorization to Boeing for its 777-9 after a shakedown flight with FAA inspectors aboard on Saturday.”This certification test flight validates the aircraft’s safety, reliability, and performance. We appreciate our regulator’s rigorous oversight and are grateful to our customers who have chosen the 777-9 for its efficiency, environmental performance, and passenger comfort,” Boeing said in a press release.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), a US-based aircraft leasing company, has confirmed that it has purchased 35 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, which came as a much-needed nod for the aircraft manufacturer and the narrowbody program.
Flight Training Central
JULY 15, 2024
Sometimes, there are pretty obvious cues that it isn’t the day for your checkride. As a DPE, I hear all kinds of justifications for why someone is choosing to go forward with the test on a particular day. In too many instances, the logic of the justification should be a pretty good cue that rescheduling would actually be a better choice. Here are a few I heard over the past 12 months used as justification for “I’m gonna do my checkride today no matter what.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Complaints against US carriers showed that airline passengers were unhappy with the service they received in 2023. Last year, the number of complaints reached a new record, increasing by 29% over the previous year, while passenger volume increased by just 11%.
Air Facts
JULY 15, 2024
Managing the wind Air Facts Journal Air is a strange and wonderful thing. It supports us on our magic carpet ride, but also tries to push us where we don’t want to go. There’s been an evolution in my attitude about the challenges of the invisible hand. Though wind is reported using such simple numbers like 270@15G20, I’ve come to believe that 20 knots here is not always the same as 20 knots there.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
NetJets Inc. is a private aircraft management company specializing in sales of fractional ownership shares in business jets. The American company was founded as Executive Jet Airways in 1964 and launched its fractional ownership business in the span of two decades. NetJets became the worlds first private aircraft management company. In 1998, it became a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, under the management of Chairman and CEO Warren Buffett.
Aviation Bussiness News
JULY 15, 2024
European carrier TUI Airlines has struck a deal with security and risk management firm Osprey Flight Solutions. The five-year agreement will allow the group to use the full suite of products from Osprey across its five airlines, including the new Risk Manager package. The latest move is one of a series of systems upgrades implemented by TUI in the last year.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Fare pricing is one of those mercurial black boxes that consumers find difficult to get a read on - sometimes you stumble upon a fantastic deal, but when you try to replicate the strategy, you can't find such a bargain ever again.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 15, 2024
The next year should be pretty exciting when it comes to Hyatt’s footprint in Miami. I’ve already written about how the Andaz Miami Beach is expected to open in late 2024 , as a conversion of The Confidante Miami Beach, a Hyatt Unbound Collection property. In this post I wanted to take a look at the Thompson Miami Beach, which is expected to open in early 2025, and is now accepting reservations.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
The United States Transportation Security Administration ( TSA ) has revealed that Sunday, July 7th, was its busiest day ever. The Department was prepared to handle the surge in passengers, with minimal disruptions reported over the weekend as strong passenger numbers continue into this week.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 15, 2024
Link: Apply now for the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card with 120K bonus points The $95 annual fee Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card ( review ) is one of the most lucrative business credit cards out there. The card has a monster sign-up bonus of 120K points , and offers a huge number of valuable perks that make the card worth holding onto, from a great rewards structure , to cell phone protection.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
If you're ever visiting Iceland, a trip to Slheimasandur beach will reward you with perhaps one of the world's most Instagrammable plane crash sites. Nestled on the black sand beach, the wreck of a Douglas C-117 stands as a testament to a long-ago crash and makes for some pretty impressive photos - particularly when the aurora comes out to play.
Airline Geeks
JULY 15, 2024
Although pilot hiring has been a hot topic in recent years, there is another field in the aviation industry with growing job prospects.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Embattled Channel Island's carrier Aurigny Air Services (Aurigny) has sold its only jet aircraft to leading lessor Azorra, leaving it with a fleet of ATR and Dornier turboprops. It was well known that Aurigny and its CEO had fallen out of love with the Embraer E195 after the boss said it was one of the causes of significant schedule disruptions earlier this year.
AV Web
JULY 15, 2024
The NTSB says a Lockheed 12A Junior Electra that crashed on June 15 in Chino, California took off with full flaps despite warnings from ground crew. The vintage twin was taking part in a Father’s Day event and the flight was a rehearsal for a three-plane formation during the display later in the day. “During the engine start, the ground crew warned the flight crew with hand and arm signals that the flaps were extended,” the preliminary report says. “From the ground crews
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Anyone who has traveled in the last many years has undoubtedly encountered additional charges before paying for a flight. Of course, with the rise of low and ultra-low-cost carriers , they would be rather unprofitable without these ancillary charges. But even for full-service carriers with multiple economy class fares, you will likely need to pay extra for similar add-ons unless you select one of the higher fares.
Airline Geeks
JULY 15, 2024
With no suitable bidders to purchase the airline, the Sri Lankan government announced that it will instead restructure Sri Lankan Airlines.
Simple Flying
JULY 15, 2024
Given how busy and congested airports can get, premium lounge access is a priceless privilege for many travelers. It gives you a chance to relax in a luxurious space and escape the hustle and bustle of the airport, especially when you have to be there a couple of hours before your flight.
Aviation News
JULY 15, 2024
– Lessor increases its 737 MAX order book with latest order for 737-8 and 737-10 jets to meet growing industry demand for fuel-efficient, single-aisle jets.
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