One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 17, 2024

Well, a SWISS Boeing 777 is having a pretty rough day, after it diverted to Kazakhstan for a medical emergency. SWISS 7777 diverts to Kazakstan for medical emergency This incident happened today (Saturday, August 17, 2024), and involves SWISS flight LX161 , scheduled to operate from Tokyo Narita (NRT) to Zurich (ZRH). The flight was flown by a six-year-old Boeing 777-300ER with the registration code HB-JNI.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

The United States is one of the two top producers of fighter jets (the other being China, which produces a similar number ). The United States currently produces four types of fighter jets: the F-16 Fighting Falcon , the F-15EX Strike Eagle II , the F/A-18 Super Hornet (and Growler), and the F-35 Lightning II. Many of these aircraft are produced for export (the F-16 is only produced for export).

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 17, 2024

American Airlines has made a minor but noteworthy improvement to first class on its domestic redeye flights, which I’m happy to see. American adds pillows & blankets on some first class flights Going back many years, it was standard to have a pillow and blanket in first class on virtually any domestic flight. Over time, the scale of this was greatly reduced, and then the pandemic caused even more cuts.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

On August 7th, a Delta Air Lines flight had to return to its departure airport roughly 90 minutes after takeoff due to fumes in the cabin. The aircraft landed safely without incident. However, some crew were sent to the hospital after landing. None of the passengers needed medical attention.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 17, 2024

All credit cards with welcome offers have restrictions regarding who is eligible for the bonuses, and at times they can be complicated. However, if you ask me, Marriott’s co-brand card portfolio is next-level when it comes to understanding eligibility restrictions. That’s not to say the cards are hard to be approved for, but rather that it can take some effort to understand if you’re eligible for the bonus on a particular card, based on which other cards you have.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

Next year the United States may have direct flights to Central Asia's largest country. According to a press release by the Kazakhstan government, Kazakhstan is planning to establish direct flights with the United States in 2025 after Kazakh Airlines receives its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Air Astana is currently modernizing its fleet with Airbus A320neos, A321neos, A21LR, and Boeing Dreamliners.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 17, 2024

I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’ve been catching up on sleep after a family trip to Europe last week, which was exhausting. I plan to have lots of content about that in the coming week, so stay tuned. On the points & travel front, this week EL AL placed a big Boeing 737 MAX order, American started awarding miles and Loyalty Points for cash upgrades, Amex announced plans for a Centurion Lounge in Salt Lake City, Spirit Airlines overhauled its fares, Qatar Airways started se

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 17, 2024

PRESS RELEASE The Royal Air Force Museum and the RAF Air Cadets are pleased to announce the signing of a Cooperation Agreement formalizing their strategic partnership. The partnership will draw on RAF stories for inspiration, learning and enjoyment, supporting the RAF Air Cadets to develop new skills and understanding and ensuring the RAF Museum’s collection and sites remain relevant for people of all ages.The Agreement marks a significant step forward in fostering a deeper relationship between

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

Kalitta Air is one of the more prominent US cargo-only airlines. While still some way off the US giants of FedEx and UPS in terms of fleet size, its aircraft are very visible at major US airports, and it has won fame through several high-profile missions over the years. So, let's take a closer look at this pioneering cargo carrier.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 17, 2024

United is known for its excellent Polaris Lounges , which are for long haul business class passengers. Well, the airline has just revealed that some positive changes are coming to the first lounge in the carrier’s network, which opened back in 2016. United Polaris Lounge Chicago changes coming soon Zach Griff reports on how there are major changes coming to the United Polaris Lounge Chicago: The lounge will be expanded from 16,000 square feet to 25,000 square feet, so the size of the lounge will

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

For an aircraft that first entered service in 1980, it's no surprise that the McDonnell Douglas MD-80s has all but disappeared from the US (and indeed, the world) as a passenger jet. Over a 20-year production run, there were over 1,190 MD-80s (and variants) built, with the final airframe rolling off the production line in 1999.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 17, 2024

Starting in November, the Atlanta-based airline will expand flights to Northwest Arkansas National Airport in Bentonville, Ark.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

Well, after experiencing months of scrutiny and criticism, Boeing (with the help of the FAA), is undergoing a massive transformation to become a more transparent and safety-focused company. A change in leadership was something many had called for, and this led to David Calhoun stepping down.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 17, 2024

I recently spent three nights at Hotel Maria Cristina, a Marriott Luxury Collection property. The hotel is located in beautiful San Sebastian, Spain, in Basque country. The 139-room property is typically regarded as the best hotel in the city, and it also has quite the history, dating back all the way to 1912. Best of all, it’s part of Marriott Bonvoy, so you can earn and redeem points.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

The rivalry between Airbus and Boeing, two of the most prominent aircraft manufacturers in the world, has shaped the landscape of commercial aviation for decades. Their competition extends across the globe but is especially fierce in the United States, where domestic airlines rely heavily on their aircraft to meet the needs of a large and dynamic market.

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 17, 2024

Spend enough time browsing used aircraft offerings priced below $100,000 and one thing becomes clear – virtually every available example was built prior to the 1980s. From 1940s-era Ercoupes to 1970s-era Cherokee 140s, such search results begin to resemble an aircraft museum. Today’s bargain, on the other hand, bucks the trend by offering 1990s-era modernity below $70,000 and is available on Aircraft For Sale.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

For young pilots, one of the most critical decisions to be made is what flight school to enroll in, as this is not only a major career decision, but could also have serious implications for one's future career prospects. Of the hundreds of flight training programs across the United States for young pilots, among those with the most outstanding reputations is ATP Flight School.

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Airline Economics

AUGUST 17, 2024

Scottish carrier Loganair has appointed Sylvian Gloux to the role of director of fleet. “This is another fantastic appointment for Loganair and we are delighted to be able to attract someone so well qualified and equipped into this highly specialist role.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

The 2024 Olympics, c'est fini, as the locals in Paris would say. During the two weeks between 27 July and 11 August, athletes from around the world competed in Paris , and supporters came from all corners to cheer them all day long - but did you know there was a unique place where athletes and tourists could eat? Let's discover the Air France Restaurant at the Air France Chalet, which I have visited.

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World Airline News

AUGUST 17, 2024

From Air Disaster: From Season 12 Episode 6 “Grand Canyon Disaster”: Just after 9:00 AM United Airlines Flight 718 takes off from Los Angeles International Airport with 53 passengers on board. With only 117 commercial flights in the entire state of California each day, air travel is a luxury enjoyed by the wealthy few. After liftoff, the crew is required to fly an assigned flight path through the airspace around Los Angeles.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

Travelers worldwide have been restricted to carrying containers of liquids, gels, or aerosols less than 100 ml (3.4 ounces) ever since terrorists in the UK tried to smuggle liquid explosives onto aircraft through security in 2006. The attempt failed, but it was enough to impose these restrictions worldwide. The 3-1-1 rule was initially intended to be temporary but has persisted for nearly two decades.

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The Aviationist

AUGUST 17, 2024

The MMP, currently being tested on the P-8, was internally funded by Boeing and is intended to carry sensors that are not organic to the Poseidon. We might have got the first ever look at [.] The post First Look at the P-8A Poseidon’s New Multi-Mission Pod appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

The US Air Force recognizes that the quality of life for its airmen and their families is foundational. On August 13, Alex Wagner, the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi met and hosted a fireside chat about increasing the wellbeing of Airmen and Guardians in the two services.

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The Aviationist

AUGUST 17, 2024

The delta-wing, push-propeller kamikaze drone primarily comes in a radar-killing and decoy variant, giving Taiwan new capabilities against Chinese radars. Taiwan’s Chien Hsiang loitering munition (also referred to as “kamikaze drone”) will be employed for [.] The post Taiwan’s Chien Hsiang Loitering Munition Will Debut in Annual Live-Fire Exercise Later in August appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

A fire alarm at Dallas Love Field (DAL) caused the airport to be evacuated on Saturday. No fire was reported, but officials are investigating to determine the cause of the alarm.

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The Aviationist

AUGUST 17, 2024

The latest B-2 BTF deployment to Australia comes following diplomatic decisions between the two countries to increase US military presence there. Two U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit stealth bombers landed at RAAF (Royal Australian Air [.] The post B-2 Spirit Stealth Bombers in Australia for Bomber Task Force Mission After Two Years appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

Before the student riots and the onset of COVID-19, Hong Kong was the undoubted financial hub of Asia, and the city vied with Singapore for the most popular destination title. The extended travel restrictions across Northeast Asia, particularly in Mainland China, significantly delayed the post-pandemic recovery, but the pendulum is swinging back in the right direction, as evidenced by Cathay Pacific's July performance.

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 17, 2024

In a country where military heritage is not often celebrated, Base Tuono stands out as a refreshing and unique presence in the Italian museum landscape. What began as the vision of a few individuals has evolved into a remarkable military museum that continues to expand its offerings while staying true to its original mission. Located on one of the former Nike Hercules SAM bases in the alpine foothills of northeastern Italy, Base Tuono (which translates to “Lightning Base” in Italian)

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

High-end Taiwanese airline STARLUX Airlines launched direct flights to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), Alaska Airlines home airport, on Friday. This new route was announced earlier this year, as reported by Simple Flying. The connection links the Taiwanese capital, Taipei, to the US city and provides customers with what it describes as a world-class offering as well as convenient connections on the Asian end.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

Nearly 60 years ago, on January 5th, 1964, the Short Belfast first took to the skies. This unique heavy air freighter was powered by four turboprop engines and was among the largest propellor aircraft ever to enter service with the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

Three carriers, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta Air Lines, have flights scheduled between the two most popular cities in the United States, Los Angeles and New York, during the month of August. Last year, the route was accredited as the second-busiest domestic route.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

As Simple Flying reported back in April this year, Aerolneas Argentinas has decided to quit its New York to Buenos Aires connection as a result of heavy losses and expansion interests elsewhere. The airline operated its final service in the sector last week with an Airbus A330, marking the end of an era. The only remaining US destination in its network is Miami.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

United Airlines five longest operations with the Boeing 787-10 for September 2024 have some of the most interesting readings. According to data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company , United has a total of thirty operations on each of these routes.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is undergoing an exciting period of growth, which will include a new runway replacing its primary landing strip. The airport's history stretches back over 80 years, beginning as a US Army base during WWII.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

In September 2024, Singapore Airlines will continue to strengthen its position as a global leader in aviation, particularly in its operations connecting the United States with its hub in Singapore. This expansive network highlights the airlines strategic importance in the transpacific market. It underscores its commitment to offering premium services and efficient connectivity to passengers traveling between the US and Southeast Asia.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

Few airports are as important in the United States as LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), the only two facilities officially located within New York City. These airports handle millions of annual passengers, each serving a uniquely important purpose, with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey reporting a record 65 million passengers across the two facilities in 2023.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 17, 2024

The year prior to the merger of Air France and KLM , these carriers had transported more than 66 million passengers combined. The two carriers also served a total of 225 destinations.

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