Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

European low-cost airline Wizz Air has exclusively revealed more details about its plans for the company’s incoming fleet of Airbus A321XLR aircraft, the first of which is due to be delivered to the carrier in late February 2025. In a special event held in London on September 10, 2024, the airline group’s CEO József Váradi gave those in attendance further insight into Wizz Air’s strategy for its long-awaited extended range narrowbodies.

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Cranky Flier

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

American tried to spice things up with a teaser video for its summer 2025 European schedule reveal, but this wasn’t a spicy kind of announcement. Instead, American is choosing to stick to its strengths and grow its long-haul footprint conservatively next summer. That being said, these moves do give some clear direction on where American is spending its time and how it views both Europe and its US hubs.

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Boeing’s 777 assembly line at Everett, Washington, is reportedly in a state of disarray, according to information published in The Seattle Times on September 9, 2024. The report, which quotes anonymous sources within the company, describes a chaotic work environment in which some airframes are rushed through the production line and need to be completed later outside of the regular sequence, potentially exposing them to production defects.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

With laptops, mobile phones, and several kinds of wearable electronic devices becoming increasingly common on airplanes, the incidents of lithium-ion batteries inside them heating up are also on the rise. And a new research report highlights the impact of such batteries on aviation safety.

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Qantas launched its inaugural flight to Bauerfield International Airport (VLI) in Port Vila, Vanuatu from Brisbane Airport (BNE) on September 10, 2024. QF159 was at full capacity and departed Brisbane at 11:37 local time. After an almost three-hour flight, the B737-800 aircraft arrived in Port Vila at 14:59 local time. Welkam, welcome and Bienvenue @Qantas A wonderful moment this morning to witness the inaugural @Qantas flight to #PortVila #Vanuatu.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Icelandair took another step towards retiring its fleet of Boeing 757-200 as it revealed pictures of its first Airbus A321LR as it rolled out of the paint shop with Icelandair livery ahead of its delivery in November. In addition to four Airbus A321LRs, Icelandair has also ordered 13 Airbus A321XLRs. With a 4,700 nautical mile range, Icelandair could service much of the continental United States with its XLRs.

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The Southwest Airlines board is facing a major overhaul after a meeting was held between the carrier and the activist investor Elliott Investment Management in New York. The two sides met on September 9, 2024, after Southwest invited the hedge-fund to “participate in refreshment efforts and other corporate governance changes”. Elliott has criticized the running of Southwest since the summer, including a call for the resignation of CEO Robert Jordan , and has built a 10% stake since investing al

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

London-Stansted Airport (STN) is hoping to lift passengers’ spirits as autumn beds in with news that British Airways and Ryanair are both launching new routes over the coming months. In total, London-Stansted confirmed there are five new destinations, with Ryanair operating four routes and British Airways operating one. “As summer draws to an end, many of us may be feeling the blues, but fear not, London Stansted has some exciting news to lift everyone’s spirits with five new routes taking off

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Nepal is famous for being a Himalayan hiking paradise and is a favorite of mountaineers (it is home to Mount Everest). However, its main airport, Kathmandu Airport (officially Tribhuvan International Airport), is known for being difficult to fly out of. While the airport may not be to blame, in July 2024, a Saurya Airlines Bombardier CRJ200ER crashed shortly after takeoff at Kathmandu Airport, killing 18 (all but one occupant).

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

A new group of aspiring aviators have qualified as pilots at airBaltic after receiving their commercial pilot license following an intensive training schedule. The 18 graduates completed airBaltic’s full-time airline transport pilot program with several now predicted to be flying with the Latvian national airline very soon. The 18 Pilot Academy graduates include airBaltic’s 100 th newly qualified aviator, representing a significant milestone for the airline.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The so-called Boeing 797 Midsize Aircraft has stirred a lot of debate about what it may look like and whether it will ever be built. A recent Boeing announcement suggests that "thunderbirds are go," or at least maybe - eventually. A recent Boeing news release celebrating a historic deal with its employees states that "Boeings next new airplane" will be built in Washington - a reference widely believed to refer to the Boeing 797.

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Icelandic low-cost carrier PLAY Airlines has announced that August 2024 was one of the most successful months in its three-year history. While the carrier saw passenger numbers continuing to rise, it also saw load factors reach their highest-ever level. PLAY carried 187,960 passengers in August 2024, representing a 1.8% increase over August 2023 when the airline flew just under 185,000 passengers.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The Airbus A380 has flown over a million flights since it was first introduced into commercial service with Singapore Airlines in October 2007. Sadly, with production having ceased in 2021 and a third of the original operators having already retired their aircraft, the opportunities to fly this iconic aircraft are rapidly diminishing. But there is some good news for the budget-conscious traveler who still has flying aboard an A380 on their bucket list: Of the ten airlines still flying the A380,

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Emirates confirmed that it will terminate its route from Singapore’s Changi International Airport (SIN) to Melbourne Airport (MEL), a fifth-freedom operation it had been flying for 28 years. In a statement seen by The Straits Times, the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) said that the Dubai-based carrier submitted a request to terminate the route in early August 2024.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

This summer has been particularly busy on the Cte dAzur in the South of France. The region is famous for its sun, beaches and events (including the world-famous Cannes Film Festival for instance). Indeed this is much to the benefit of Nice Cte d'Azur International Airport (NCE), the main gateway to the French Riviera.

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One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

It’s a challenging time at Southwest Airlines. The airline isn’t performing as well financially as it used to, though things are quickly changing. For one, an activist investor took a major stake in Southwest , and is calling for radical changes at the airline. At the same time, the current management team is working on making updates to the business model to increase revenue, from introducing assigned and extra legroom seating , to adding redeye flights to the schedule.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

At 1 p.m. on September 10, Air China flight CA1523 landed at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), marking the successful maiden flight of Air China's first C919 aircraft (registration number B-919X) and its official entry into commercial operations.

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One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

It’s not that uncommon to see aircraft have incidents on the ground, given how close to one another planes operate, plus how many plane movements there are around the globe on a daily basis. However, this has to be among the more drastic incidents we’ve seen in quite some time. A350 & CRJ-900 have serious incident at Atlanta Airport Shortly after 10AM this morning (Tuesday, September 10, 2024), two jets operating on behalf of Delta had a serious incident at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Interna

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

On Tuesday, September 10, an Airbus Beluga XL squawked 7700 while flying over the Netherlands. The airport was flying from Saint-Nazaire Montoir Airport (SRN) in Saint-Nazaire, France, from Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport (XFW) in Hamburg, Germany. The aircraft descended to an altitude of about 10,000 feet shortly after squawking 7700 to local air traffic controllers (ATC), which indicates an emergency situation on the aircraft such as a technical, environmental, or medical issue.

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One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In 2022, Allegiant Air placed an order for the Boeing 737 MAX, representing a strategy shift for the airline, which has historically flown Airbus A320-family aircraft. There’s now a major development, as the airline has just taken delivery of its first of these jets. Basics of the Allegiant Boeing 737 MAX order In January 2022, Allegiant placed an order for up to 100 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft: The airline has placed a firm order for 50 jets, and has options for 50 more jets The order has been spli

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

On September 10, 2024, Japan Airlines signed for Airbus' computer-based A350 Virtual Procedure Trainer (VPT), a training tool that offers a highly immersive and interactive environment for practicing critical flight procedures and emergency situations. The Tokyo-based carrier becomes the first A350 operator to sign up for the training solution.

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AV Web

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Starbucks is creating waves by allocating $250,000 per year for its new CEO Brian Niccol to commute from his home in Newport Beach, California, to company headquarters in Seattle in company aircraft. According to the company’s “offer letter” to the former Chipotle top executive, quoted in an article in Nation’s Restaurant News, and which was publicly submitted to the U.S.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

A few weeks ago, SpaceX showed off its twin dragons (for the Polaris Dawn mission and Crew-9). The private mission, SpaceX's Polaris Dawn is soon to blast off (possibly today on September 10) and its crew are expected to attempt the first-ever private commercial spacewalk. Before boarding the spacecraft, the astronauts recently performed an eye-catching flyby of the stacked launch vehicle.

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One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Earlier this year, Hilton announced plans to acquire a new hotel group. There’s an update , as these properties are now all bookable through Hilton channels, and are participating in Hilton Honors. Let’s cover all the details. Graduate Hotels join Hilton Honors portfolio In a $210 million deal, Hilton has acquired the Graduate Hotels brand from Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

From ancient civilizations gazing at the stars with the naked eye to modern science scanning the cosmos with powerful telescopes that orbit the Sun, the pursuit of finding life beyond our planet has long been a driving force behind astronomical exploration. The vastness of the universe, filled with billions of galaxies and untold possibilities, ignites our imagination, inspires wonder, and fuels technological advancements once thought impossible.

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One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

If you’re flying LOT Polish Airlines across the Atlantic in the coming months, you might find yourself on a plane you weren’t expecting. Frankly it’s not necessarily bad news… EuroAtlantic operating Warsaw to New York & Toronto flights LOT Polish Airlines’ long haul fleet consists exclusively of Boeing 787s. However, the airline has historically leased jets from other airlines in winter to operate select frequencies, during a period when many of LOT’s own aircraft undergo maintenance.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) is the largest airport in the state of Hawai'i. Located on the island of Oahu, just a few miles from downtown Honolulu, Honolulu International Airport is a major hub for interisland flights, flights to the mainland, and international operations.

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One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In a development that will surprise nobody who has been following the airline, Air Belgium is once again on the brink of liquidation. Now, this is a familiar story, as Air Belgium seems to have nine lives. However, the situation is definitely more dire than in the past, and I don’t see how this can have a positive outcome… Some background on Air Belgium’s struggles For those who aren’t familiar with Air Belgium, let’s start with some background.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

It is common these days to earn points or miles in airline loyalty programs from several sources. Flying, of course, is the primary source for most people, but earning from credit cards, travel spending, and online shopping are often possible.

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One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Here’s an airport hotel rebranding I’m looking forward to… Novotel Taipei Taoyuan Airport becomes Hyatt Regency Media in Taiwan is reporting that the 516-room Novotel Taipei Taoyuan Airport (TPE) will soon be rebranded as a Hyatt Regency. The hotel has been branded as a Novotel since 2009. The contract is up for renewal after 15 years, and the owners have plans to change the branding to a Hyatt Regency.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

On Monday, September 9th, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) , which is a United States agency responsible for forecasting the weather and monitoring atmospheric conditions, revealed it has officially launched several of its hurricane-hunting aircraft. The NOAA operates several aircraft in its fleet, each of which has slightly different objectives.

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Vintage Aviation News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The iconic Ford Tri-Motor, a legendary symbol of early aviation, is making a special visit to the museum on September 12, 13, 14, and 15. This rare opportunity allows visitors to step back in time and experience flight aboard one of the world’s first luxury airliners. Photo via EAA/Dennis Biela The Ford Tri-Motor, also known as the “Tin Goose,” played a pivotal role in shaping the future of air travel.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The first of the many Boeing 737 MAX aircraft on order has been delivered to Allegiant Air. The carrier had been waiting for the aircraft for quite a while, as delays at Boeing affected its delivery date. The aircraft is also special, as it is the first high-density Boeing 737 MAX 8-200 for a US airline that can seat more passengers than a regular MAX 8.

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Vintage Aviation News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

While scrolling through my Facebook timeline, I came across an intriguing post by Brian Uretsky of Uretsky Aviation , a professional pilot and aviation photographer, featuring a series of hangars decorated with paintings of WWII airplanes. Curious to learn more, I discovered that in 2023, a tenant at Prineville Airport in Oregon had commissioned a local artist to paint just a couple of hangar doors.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Boeing has just reached a massive new tentative agreement affecting over 33,000 Boeing employeesIn its statement on the deal, Boeing revealed it plans to build the much-anticipated 797 mid-sized airliner in Washington. The proposed New Midsize Airplane (NMA) has been touted for around a decade, but these are the first concrete plans for the project.

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AV Web

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Every year since 2001, I have always taken note of the weather on September 11. It was on that morning back then, as I walked to my car before the early morning drive to work in northern New Jersey, I remember how the day dawned. The sky was sparklingly clear–deep blue and not a cloud to be seen. But as a pilot, I also noted that the wind was virtually dead calm–a very unusual combination, at least here in the Northeast.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Anyone can attest to the fact that flying in economy on an ultra-long-haul flight is not exactly the most comfortable. Passengers and airlines alike have attempted to make the least premium and cheapest cabin experience as enjoyable as possible, but having a larger seat, or in some cases, a suite, is arguably superior. However, premium seats come at a premium cost, which can be the deciding factor for some travelers.

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