Aerotime
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
After Cathay Pacific was forced to inspect all 48 of its Airbus A350s, the airline has confirmed that engineers identified 15 aircraft that needed repairs. On September 2, 2024, Cathay Pacific initiated a fleet-wide inspection of all 30 Airbus A350-900s and 18 A350-1000s after the airline identified an engine component failure on an aircraft destined for Zurich.
Cranky Flier
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
As the big ultra low cost carriers (ULCCs) continue to bleed money, many have asked questions about how things went so wrong so quickly. The thing is, it didn’t happen all that fast. The ULCCs, specifically Frontier and Spirit, were heading in this direction for some time. It’s just after COVID settled that the problems came into focus. There are a lot of things that have gone wrong, and today I want to put some numbers to it, using Cirium data.
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Aerotime
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Czech flag carrier CSA will cease air operations and discontinue the use of the historical “OK” code, as its parent company, Smartwings, restructures its aviation businesses. According to reports in the Czech media, while not disappearing de jure, CSA will be repurposed as a holding company after October 27, 2024. All airline operations will then be transferred to Smartwings.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
The worlds last Martin JRM Mars flying waterbomber in the Philippine Mars is heading for Arizonas Pima Air & Space Museum. But why is the worlds last Mars flying waterbomber in the livery of the US Navy going to be retired in the Arizona desert when she needs a Water landing ?
Aerotime
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Following the formalization of Scandinavian Airlines’ (SAS) switch to the SkyTeam alliance on September 2, 2024, Star Alliance has launched an initiative to match the loyalty status of existing SAS EuroBonus Gold and Silver status members. The departure of the Scandinavian carrier saw Star Alliance lose eight million members of its loyalty program.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
All Nippon Airways' (ANA) first Boeing 777F equipped with a special emissions-reducing surface film has re-entered service, the airline has confirmed. The AeroSHARK film - which is applied over the fuselage and engine nacelles to reduce aerodynamic drag - will eventually be installed on one of the airline's passenger 777s.
Aerotime
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Japanese carrier All Nippon Airways (ANA) has welcomed Its first Boeing 777 Freighter equipped with AeroSHARK surface coating technology back into its fleet. The cutting-edge surface technology is inspired by shark skin and is said to reduce drag and enhance fuel efficiency, hence reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. In doing so, ANA has become the first individual airline to operate both passenger and freighter variants of the Boeing 777 featuring this innovative surface technology.
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Aerotime
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
The United States (US) has seized the Venezuelan President’s Dassault Falcon 900EX in the Dominican Republic and transferred the jet to Florida. In a statement on September 2, 2024, the Justice Department said that the seizure was initiated after the Dassault Falcon 900EX was allegedly illegally obtained in the US and flown out of the country. “The Justice Department seized an aircraft we allege was illegally purchased for $13 million through a shell company and smuggled out of the United Stat
One Mile at a Time
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Here’s a development that counters the industry trend, especially as countries set climate goals… Sweden abolishing tax on air travelers In a major policy reversal, the Swedish government has announced that it will eliminate its aviation tax as of July 2025. This was revealed as part of the government’s 2025 budget bill, which otherwise includes more spending on infrastructure, research, and innovation, as well as tax relief on foreign exports.
Aerotime
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
An Airbus Beluga will reportedly come to the rescue of a damaged British Airways A350 that has been left stranded at London-Heathrow Airport (LHR) since April 2024. The British Airways Airbus A350-1000, registered G-XWBC, was involved in a collision with a Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at Heathrow in April 2024, resulting in damage to the aircraft’s right-hand horizontal stabilizer.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
In marketing, there is a technique called the Goldilocks Effect. It's based around something not being extreme in one direction or the other, rather landing in the comfortable middle and therefore having appeal. But how does this principle apply in aviation? A good example is the Boeing 787-9, and how it has sold so much better than the 787-8 and 787-10.
Aerotime
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
AirExplore, the European-based wet-lease specialist operator, has been granted regulatory approval by the US Department of Transportation (DoT) to operate commercial flights from and to, as well as within, the United States. Slovakia-registered Air Explore is owned by the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) company, Dublin-based Avia Solutions Group (ASG).
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Osaka Kansai International Airport (KIX), also called Kanku, is one of the largest airports in Japan and the primary international airport of the Greater Osaka Area (Japan's second-largest city). It is also the closest international airport to Kyoto and Kobe and is situated on an artificial island in Osaka Bay. The history behind Osaka Kansai Airport is fascinating and a tale of extreme engineering.
World Airline News
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Qantas is adding further capacity to the US with the launch of direct flights from Melbourne to Honolulu from early-May 2025*. On sale from today, the new service will boost capacity to the USA by adding more than 40,000 seats per year to the Hawaiian capital, in addition to existing Sydney to Honolulu services with Qantas and Jetstar which collectively operate eight times per week.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
On Saturday, August 31, flyExclusive announced that it had officially signed a letter of intent to become the aircraft management services provider for Volato. flyExclusive may be managing Volato's aircraft as early as this week. Overall, this will bring together two top twenty ranked charters.
AV Web
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Airbus is taking a turn on the negative-publicity rollercoaster. Cathay Pacific, the flagship carrier for Hong Kong, announced it has grounded its fleet of Airbus A350-1000s for inspection after finding faulty engine components in 15 of 18 aircraft. According to a report today (September 3) in online outlet Channel News Asia, Cathay Pacific Flight CX383 took off from Hong Kong for Zurich, Switzerland, yesterday, but turned back after the failure of an unspecified component of one of its Rolls-Ro
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
American aircraft manufacturer Boeing has seen its stock values tumble around 8% after multinational financial services company Wells Fargo reported a downgrade to the company. The reasoning behind this is due to unsatisfactory performance following cash flow limitations. Aircraft delivery delays have directly affected bottom-line costs to the manufacturer, and the banks lending money to Boeing have said it has seen growing production cash flow running into a new aircraft investment cycle, cappi
One Mile at a Time
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Visiting New Zealand is about to get more expensive, as the country is drastically increasing the fee it charges international visitors… New Zealand international visitor levy increasing to 100 NZD New Zealand requires visitors from visa waiver countries to apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) prior to travel, as is the case with many countries around the world.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Greenland is set to receive a boost in nonstop air connectivity, with Denmarks Airseven announcing a new flight from Aalborg to Nuuk. The seasonal service will start in the summer season of 2025 and aims to make Greenland more accessible to tourists.
Vintage Aviation News
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
By Austin Hankcok Ask any aviation enthusiast “What is the most beautiful aircraft to ever fly?” You’ll get a slew of answers, ranging from the Supermarine Spitfire to the Concorde, and most likely a few votes of confidence for the Beechcraft Staggerwing. The National Warplane Museum has just taken ownership of one such example of this stunning aircraft, thanks to a generous donation stemming from a years of friendship and dedication.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Greek carrier Aegean Airlines has announced an investment of 25 million ($27.5 million) in Spanish low-cost airline Volotea. This is part of a larger capital infusion in which other existing shareholders of Volotea are also participating. Aegean has also commented on a possible second investment in Volotea next year based on how it performs financially in 2024.
One Mile at a Time
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Cathay Pacific has canceled dozens of flights, after the airline temporarily grounded its Airbus A350 fleet following an emergency landing. This will have impacts on Cathay Pacific’s operations for several days. Let’s start by talking about how this problem was discovered, and what this means for passengers. Cathay Pacific A350 returns to Hong Kong after fire warning The Aviation Herald has the details of a recent Cathay Pacific incident.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
If you have not heard about Columbia Aircraft, this is because the company ceased operations in 2007. A few factors ultimately caused the company to declare bankruptcy; let's examine the most important ones.
Aircorps Aviation
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
This is a unique opportunity to be involved in the digital preservation of historic aviation materials. This short term project is located in San Antonio, TX. The post Digitizing Specialist in TX appeared first on AirCorps Aviation.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
The Airbus Beluga Super Transporter, a modified version of the Airbus A300-600 which is more commonly known as just the "Beluga," has made a name for itself by transporting impressively large cargo loads. The aircraft, which was designed to carry oversized cargo that otherwise would be impossible to move by air, has continued to succeed in its mission by delivering larger and heavier payloads.
Thrust Flight
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
This article provides an overview of Air Wisconsin pilot pay, offering insights into the financial aspects of a career with the airline. With salaries varying based on flight hours and positions, from First Officers to Captains, understanding the pay scale is crucial for aspiring and current pilots alike. If you’re thinking about working as a […] The post Uncover an Air Wisconsin Pilot Salary (and How to Get a Job as an Air Wisconsin Pilot) appeared first on Thrust Flight.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Emirates, Etihad, and Qatar Airways are colloquially known as the Middle East Big Three. However, questions remain about Etihad, given its cuts and reduced size in recent years. Regardless, everyone knows that the trio revolves around India, both point-to-point and to feed their vast global networks over their hubs. So which of these airlines serves India the best?
Flyertalk
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
The airline announced the cancellations on their website after an engine fire forced a flight to return to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) on Monday, September 2, 2024. Grounding to Affect Asian Flights, With No Impact on Long Haul Routes Reuters reports the flight that caused the inspections was traveling from Hong Kong to Zurich, with the engine incident happening around an hour into the flight.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Long-haul flights operated by Singapore Airlines (SIA) are well known for linking Singapore with important locations across the globe. But the airline also uses its Boeing 777s to fly a number of shorter routes, mostly in Asia-Pacific.
Airline Geeks
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Elliott Investment Management now owns 10% of Southwest’s common stock and can call a special meeting at the carrier, according to a Reuters report on Monday.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
A traveler's worst nightmare might be finding out their luggage has been lost by the airline, after waiting at baggage claim for the bag to emerge, but it never does. What happens if the opposite were to occur? Sometimes, after all the bags have made their way onto the baggage carousel and passengers have picked up their respective bags and left, there are a few lingering suitcases going around and around with no one claiming them.
Airline Geeks
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Starting in 2025, the Australian flag carrier says the new route will increase capacity to the U.S. by more than 40,000 seats annually.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Flying privately is one of the most luxurious ways to travel in the world. Beyond the luxurious interiors and the various benefits of flying in a private jet , such as extravagant foods and champagne, flying privately also offers the most flexibility and convenience for its travelers.
Airline Geeks
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
With less than two month until Nuuk's new longer runway opens for service, Denmark has pulled the airport's security authorization.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
What are the passenger's rights when a flight is diverted ? The answer depends on various factors, such as whether the flight is domestic or international. For example, the European Union's regulation EU261 provides its own compensation scheme for diverted, canceled, and delayed flights. The rules and regulations in the United States for diverted flights changed for passengers' benefit in April 2024 as the Department of Transportation issued new rules for airlines.
Inspire
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266, Montreal My father, Bill Wyman, passed away a year ago this past August. He was 87. A year later, I am left with many cherished memories of him and our missions we had together. I spoke of some of those at his funeral but since then a few […] The post Ruffled Feathers: Dad first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Simple Flying
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
The flight from Managua to San Jos was booked last minute, literally about three hours before the flight. Dreading a 12-hour bus ride from Managua to San Jos tomorrow, I decided to pull up Google Flights to see how much a flight would cost down to Costa Rica. I found fares on Avianca for $190 with a layover in San Salvador, which did not include a carry-on.
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