Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
British eVTOL developer Vertical Aerospace unveiled a new full-scale VX4 prototype on July 18, 2024. This aircraft’s eye-catching white color scheme (instead of Vertical’s signature dark grey) is not the only novelty compared to earlier Vertical Aerospace prototypes. The new aircraft, which will soon be ready to start flight testing, boasts a 20% increase in its power to weight ratio.
Alaska Air
JULY 17, 2024
At Alaska Airlines, we’re always looking for new ways to make your travel experience even better. This expansion will add 1.3 million premium seats annually to our mainline fleet, providing guests with even more opportunities to upgrade to a premium experience. The post Alaska Airlines announces major expansion of First Class and Premium seating appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.
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Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
Uganda Airlines , the state-owned national carrier of Uganda, has announced the launch of three new destinations across the continent of Africa. The airline will commence scheduled services to Harare (Zimbabwe), Abuja (Nigeria), and Lusaka (Zambia) from its Entebbe home base in September 2024. Kicking off this next round in the carrier’s African expansion plans, the new flights between Entebbe International Airport (EBB) and Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) will commence on Septe
One Mile at a Time
JULY 17, 2024
Qatar Airways is known for its Qsuites business class. This is one of the world’s best business class experiences , between an excellent soft and hard product. Roughly seven years after the product was introduced, it’s available on most long haul aircraft , but not all. Even as this continues to be one of the world’s most incredible business class experiences, there’s an exciting update, as Qatar Airways plans to unveil an all-new business class in the coming days.
Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
UK low-cost carrier easyJet has announced that yet more new routes will be added to the airline’s network for the forthcoming northern winter period. This latest announcement comes just a month after the company unveiled 36 new routes from its UK bases to start toward the end of 2024. As a result of the two announcements combined, the airline is now offering 41 new routes for winter 2024/25 across Europe and North Africa.
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
It was a chaotic situation at a recent recruitment event organized by Air India in Mumbai. The airline is seeking candidates for a little over 2,000 jobs, and while it would have anticipated many to apply for the positions, it was seemingly unprepared to handle 25,000 jobseekers who showed up at the venue.
Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
Flydubai is in the midst of a recruitment drive to support the low-cost carrier’s growth with pilots, cabin crew and engineers most in need. Flydubai has a fleet of 88 Boeing 737 aircraft, with 13 arriving in 2023 alone and seven more scheduled to arrive before the end of the year. The Emirati government-owned airline also recently expanded its network with new routes to Basel, Riga, Tallinn and Vilnius announced.
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Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
Boeing has provided NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch Syst em (SLS) to send four Artemis II astronauts to the Moon for the first time in 50 years. On July 16, 2024, the SLS rocket stage was loaded onto the Pegasus barge and transported to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. There, engineers will prepare the rocket in the Vehicle Assembly Building, connecting it to the upper-stage solid rocket boosters and NASA’s Orion spacecraft.
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
Ultra-low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines has revised its earnings outlook and said that its expected second-quarter revenue could be around $1.28 billion, less than the previously estimated $1.32 billion to $1.34 billion.
Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
Emirates has opened its first travel store in the Far East in the hope of building a new customer base in an increasingly important market. Emirates selected Hong Kong as the location for the new store but has signaled that the opening is only the start with other locations in the Far East set to be announced in the future. The Emirates Travel store was officially opened on July 17, 2024, with Orhan Abbas, Emirates’ Senior Vice President for Commercial Operations in the Far East, Shaikh Saoud
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
Airbus has put on display a fairly realistic, life-size, freighter mock-up to convince more potential customers to consider the A350 freighter. Indeed, it is hoped that this full-scale immersive installation will help to drive sales of the variant, as it will have the world's largest main deck cargo door. The Airbus A350F, which has been adapted from the A350-1000, will have a range of up to 8,700 kilometers / 4,700 nautical miles and an incredible 111-tonne payload capacity.
Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier flynas has welcomed it 53 rd new Airbus A320neo after placing an order for 120 of the aircraft type in 2017. The latest Airbus A320neo landed at King Khalid International Airport (RUS) in Riyadh on July 17, 2024, from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) after flying in from Tianjin, China. The first of 120 Airbus A320neos was delivered to flynas on November 13, 2018, as part of the Saudia Arabian National Civil Aviation Strategy , to connect the count
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
A new study published by AviLabs, the parent company of Plan3, a passenger disruption management platform, revealed that 2.7% of all major airline disruptions in North America resulted in more than three-hour delays and, sometimes, complete cancelations in June.
Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
A new American Express Centurion Lounge will swing open its doors for the first time today at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The latest premium Centurion Lounge , which launches on July 17, 2024, will become Amex’s 29 th pre-flight hangout with a menu curated by not one but three-award winning chefs for the very first time. The lounge, located in Terminal 2 (past the South Security Checkpoint), is spread over nearly 12,000 square feet and pays particular attention to the hist
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
On Tuesday, July 16, Airshare announced that Kompass Kapital, a private equity group based in Kansas City, Kansas, had taken a controlling stake in the company. Airshare is based in a town called Lenexa, which is a nearby suburb of Kansas City. The fractional ownership , jet card provider, and on-demand charter company also utilizes Patrick Mahomes as a major ambassador.
Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
This weekend, the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Mumbai captivated global attention. Thousands of onlookers filled the streets of Mumbai to witness the son of India’s wealthiest man make his way from their family home, Antilla, to the Jio World Convention Center for his baraat. Social media buzzed with activity as Kim and Khloe Kardashian shared their experiences dressed in traditional Indian attire, accompanied by a camera crew.
Airline Geeks
JULY 17, 2024
With 12 Airbus A321neo aircraft now in its fleet, United is deploying the type on more scheduled routes starting later this year. Since introducing the new aircraft in November 2023, it has primarily been used on routes from the airline’s Chicago O’Hare hub, including Phoenix, Orlando, and Las Vegas.
Aerotime
JULY 17, 2024
Ibiza, a jewel in the Mediterranean, is a renowned hotspot for private jet travelers, especially during the bustling summer months. With its blend of vibrant nightlife, stunning beaches, and rich history, it’s no wonder that Ibiza attracts a significant influx of private jets each year. However, navigating this popular destination requires meticulous planning, particularly during peak season.
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
Runways are the lifelines connecting the skies to the ground, serving as gateways to thrilling adventures and far-flung destinations. While many runways may appear like mundane strips of asphalt, a select few stand out for their awe-inspiring and breathtaking settings. From challenging terrains to stunning natural landscapes , some runways offer a truly unforgettable experience for pilots and passengers.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 17, 2024
The Amex Offers program has just rolled out a great new targeted offer for the purchase of Qantas flights, which could be worth considering for anyone planning travel Down Under. Save $250 on a Qantas itinerary With a new targeted Amex Offers deal, you can earn a $250 statement credit when you spend $1,250 or more with Qantas by August 27, 2024. Spend $1,250+ with Qantas, get $250 back There are some terms to be aware of: The flight needs to be booked directly through the Qantas website The flig
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
Wizz Air is a European low-cost carrier based out of Budapest, Hungary with operations rapidly expanding across the region and even as far away as Abu Dhabi in the UAE. Founded in 2003, the airline has grown to become one of Europes leading low-cost carriers. With two-hour-long flights going for as little as $21 each way, how is the airline able to offer fares at such low cost?
One Mile at a Time
JULY 17, 2024
Italian flag carrier ITA Airways has just launched a new status match opportunity , and it has the potential to be pretty useful. ITA Airways currently belongs to SkyTeam, so this is a way to get SkyTeam Elite Plus status. However, Lufthansa is in the process of taking over ITA Airways, at which point the airline will join Star Alliance, and will use Lufthansa Miles & More as its frequent flyer program.
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
Delta is considering a 'business lite' concept that would unbundle its front cabin offerings. The airline's president teased the idea during an earnings call last week and promised more details at Delta's Investor Day in November.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 17, 2024
The Amex Offers program frequently has promotions for hotel stays, which can save you money or earn you bonus points for stays you’d make anyway. Amex has just rolled out its latest targeted hotel offer, which is exclusively for stays at Mandarin Oriental properties. Spend $500+ with Mandarin Oriental, save $100 There’s a targeted Amex Offers deal that can save you $100 when you spend $500+ at select Mandarin Oriental properties.
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
While major airshows are known for setting the stage for big aircraft deals, they are also popular for airlines to unveil new products and services. Qatar Airways has piqued curiosity by announcing that this years Farnborough Airshow will reveal its Qsuite Next Gen the latest in the carriers business class offering.
Jetwhine
JULY 17, 2024
Continuing my curiosity quest inspired by Can GPS Spoofing Fool a Flight Navigator? , it seems that the US Air Force and Navy are the only reliable sources of air navigator training available today. But in either case, it is not a dedicated aviation occupation, as it once was during World War II, for example. In 2009, the Air Force merged its three Undergraduate Navigator Training tracks—navigator, weapon systems officer (WSO), and electronic warfare officer (EWO)—into a single training program.
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
The flag carrier of the United Kingdom is offering double frequent flyer miles to passengers traveling to the United States this summer. The latest British Airways promotion runs until mid-August and can be combined with other deals to earn additional Avios on travel through June 2025.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 17, 2024
Airline pricing is a complicated art. Every so often, I get a message from a reader confused about how business class or first class on a particular flight is cheaper than economy. I ran into this myself for some tickets I was researching just now, so wanted to talk a bit more about what causes this… Business class priced lower than economy… I need to book a ticket from Madrid to Athens, and while comparing options, I noticed something interesting for an Iberia itinerary I was considering.
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
While many of the world's frequent fliers have memberships to various airline lounges worldwide that could have been purchased or awarded by the carrier to the individual, many of us may only take to the skies once or twice a year. With this in mind, many travelers do not need an annual pass for an airline lounge, so it's important to identify where you can access airport lounges for a day pass if a little bit of luxury is needed before you take a flight.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 17, 2024
It’s unfortunate just how often we see airline employees showing absolutely no care when handling the belongings of passengers. The latest such viral situation is especially bad, if you ask me (thanks to @pir8z40 for flagging this)… Bags thrown down stairs on Cathay Pacific flight Video footage is going viral of a Cathay Pacific ground agent doing a very poor job with handling bags.
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
Sun Countrys short hop between Chippewa Valley Regional Airport, serving Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport could come to an end. After a fresh round of bidding, the airport commission favored giving the subsidized service to SkyWest, which offered flights to Chicago O' Hare in its bid. The ultimate decision to choose the airline, however, lies with the US Department of Transportation.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 17, 2024
In late 2023, American Airlines made major changes to its small business rewards program. The airline ended the American Business Extra program, and replaced it with the AAdvantage Business program. This was a significant devaluation in terms of the value proposition, which wasn’t really surprising, given American’s war against business travel. Well, with the airline having recently fired Vasu Raja , the architect behind many of these changes, some positive updates have just been announced to th
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
Libyan authorities have ordered the arrest of the Commercial Director of Tripoli-based private carrier Ghadames Air. The airline is being accused of transporting hundreds of passengers looking to enter the US illegally via Nicaragua on its Boeing 777 aircraft.
Vintage Aviation News
JULY 17, 2024
Press Release There’s a full weekend of events coming up at Cole Palen’s Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, from old-timey baseball to a hangar dance and World War I living history! Watch the Saugerties and Kingston Guard vintage base ball clubs play in old time fashion on our runway! The Museum will be open as well as our Field Gift Shop. Game admission is $10 per person and advance tickets are NOT required.
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
Delta Air Lines' Boeing 767 aircraft are among the oldest in its widebody fleet and the second most numerous, following the Airbus A330s. Presently, the Atlanta-based carrier operates 64 Boeing 767s, with an average age of 26.7 years. This includes 43 Boeing 767-300s and 21 larger Boeing 767-400 jets, according to ch-aviation data.
Air Facts
JULY 17, 2024
Your passengers may not always enjoy flying Air Facts Journal The owner of a concrete company hired me to fly three of his truck drivers from central Nebraska to Cape Girardeau, Missouri. I didn’t know them and they didn’t know me. My instrument instructor knew their boss and both trusted the drivers would be safe. It began as a beautiful day with thin scattered clouds above 12,000′ There was a fantastic tailwind of 60+ kts. above 8,000′ We were going to make great time and get the d
Simple Flying
JULY 17, 2024
Some airlines are more criticized by the masses than others, even when its not warranted. One carrier that people commonly say is difficult to fly with, despite incredible fare prices, is Ryanair. For all the airline gets called out for in comment sections and forums, perhaps one specific seat in its Boeing 737 cabin gathers the lions share of dissatisfaction: 11A.
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