Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

South Korean authorities said on Saturday that the black boxes from the tragic December crash of the Jeju Air aircraft had ceased collecting data around four minutes before the incident, marking a startling development in the inquiry into the country's deadliest aviation catastrophe, according to Reuters. The missing data is now complicating the investigation into the crash, which claimed the lives of 179 people and marked the worst aviation tragedy in South Korea's history.

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Airline Geeks

JANUARY 11, 2025

American is slated to become the latest U.S. airline to remove the CRJ-200 from its network. The carrier is planning a regional shake-up later this year.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 is approaching the sound barrier with its 11th test flight in the XB-1 test campaign. The 11th test flight focused on dynamic pressure to ensure that the Boom XB-1 could handle the stresses of supersonic flight.

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One Mile at a Time

JANUARY 11, 2025

Back in April 2023, American Airlines and Air Wisconsin launched a new partnership for regional flying. While this was supposed to be a five-year contract, its being discontinued early, after just two years. This has some implications for both companies. Air Wisconsin will stop flying CRJ-200s for American Eagle Each of the big three US carriers have their regional subsidiaries.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) requiring airlines to inspect the landing gear on certain Boeing 767 aircraft. The directive, which takes effect on February 12, 2025, is a response to a safety concern regarding potential heat damage to the aircraft's main landing gear (MLG) that could lead to structural failure during landing.

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One Mile at a Time

JANUARY 11, 2025

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has finally made its return to the European Union, over four years after the airline was banned. The company is certainly making headlines for its return, but not for the reason youd expect Pakistan International Airlines resumes European Union flights In July 2020, the European Union Air Safety Agency (EASA) banned Pakistan International Airlines from flying to European Union destinations.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

An Australian regional airline based in Mascot, a city in New South Wales, Rex Airlines today operates scheduled regional services across multiple regions of the nation using small turboprop-powered aircraft. The airline today stands as a shell of what it once was, as the carrier operated an extensive network of jet services between several major Australian cities between 2021 and 2024.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

Kansas City International Airport (MCI), which is the principal facility serving the Kansas City metropolitan area shared by the states of Kansas and Missouri, is one of the most important hubs for travel in the Plains region. The facility, which sees millions of passengers pass through its doors each year, is not currently a hub for any major airline , but all large US carriers provide service to and from the city, connecting it with their extensive operational networks.

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Airline Geeks

JANUARY 11, 2025

Shanghai Airlines, a subsidiary of China Eastern Airlines, is set to inaugurate a new route connecting Shanghai and Casablanca on January 19, 2025.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

With the 21st century now a quarter complete, the world of aviation has come on leaps and bounds, technologically speaking, since the turn of the new millennium. Recent years have seen the development of next-generation twinjet aircraft in both the narrowbody and widebody sectors, with larger quadjets simultaneously falling by the wayside. All in all, the modern nature of aviation today is rather exciting.

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Airline Geeks

JANUARY 11, 2025

Explore all-in-one calendar apps that aid airline pilots in integrating their work and life schedules. Discover the top 5 calendar apps for pilots that streamline scheduling, enhance workflow, and improve flight planning.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

Japan Airlines (JAL) is one of Japans leading carriers, serving a variety of destinations worldwide from its Tokyo hub. The airline is consistently ranked high for customer experience and satisfaction, and it has continued to innovate to create more pleasant and efficient operations. In fact, just last month, it announced same-day baggage delivery to Tokyo hotels for passengers.

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Vintage Aviation News

JANUARY 11, 2025

Registration opens on March 1 for the Museums extremely popular summer camp Aerospace Camp Experience (ACE). ACE is offered for children in grades K through 9, and financial assistance is available to families in need. All camps are for one week and will be from June 23 through Aug. 29. Registration opens on Feb. 28 for Museum Members and on March 1 for the general public.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

Delta Air Lines is making headlines. The Atlanta-based carrier is among the largest in the world, and will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Currently one of the most profitable airlines in the United States, Delta is celebrated by customers and investors alike as a respectable carrier.

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World Airline News

JANUARY 11, 2025

On the companys Profit Sharing Day aptly falling on Feb. 14, Valentines Day eligible employees across Delta will receive an estimated payout of 10% of their eligible earnings, representing an average five weeks in additional pay. Delta employees will receive $1.4 billion as their share of the airlines 2024 profits, a timely reminder that our people are fundamental to our culture as Delta celebrates its centennial anniversary.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

British Airways is one of the five largest operators of the Airbus A350-1000. It has operated the largest A350 variant since 2019 and has 18 aircraft in the fleet. In January 2025, the airline is operating the A350-1000 on 15 routes (based on data from Cirium, an aviation analytic provider). These include many routes to the Americas - including Sao Paulo (GRU), Rio de Janeiro (GIG), San Diego (SAN), Las Vegas (LAS), Phoenix (PHX), Austin (AUS), Denver (DEN), Vancouver (YVR), Washington Dulles (I

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AV Web

JANUARY 11, 2025

South Korean officials are investigating how the flight data and cockpit voice recorders on Jeju Airlines Flight 2216 stopped recording four minutes before the 737-800 smashed into a concrete antenna structure at Muan Airport two weeks ago. The prominent theory being floated so far is that the aircraft somehow lost all electrical power, which is supported by the fact that ADS-B ceased to broadcast at the same time.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

Airlines can be ranked in various ways. They can be ranked by the number of aircraft in service, the number of passengers it carries in a given period, network size, or the revenue the airline generates. This list ranks airlines by airline capacitya criterion that still places the big four US airlines as the world's largest airlines. It turns out that the largest airlines by capacity are a mix of full-service and low-cost airlines ( Southwest is notable for being essentially a domestic carrier )

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All Plane

JANUARY 11, 2025

Picture: Avolon Electric aviation Leasing giant Avolon is partnering with Air New Zealand to support fleet electrification. For a starter, the Dublin-based lessor is going to finance a BETA Alia CX300 through a sale and lease-back transaction. To learn more about the work Avolon does in clean aviation, I suggest the recent p odcast episode we did with Marc Tembleque, head of Avolon-e.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

In the past few years, the use of private jets has skyrocketed dramatically, with passengers from across the globe seeking out the impressive convenience that these aircraft can offer, as well as the privacy that comes along with booking a private flight. For the individual looking to make the most of a brief vacation period, a private jet can offer a decent value as it may allow you to see more than you would have been able to should you have flown commercial or arranged other forms of transpor

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The Aviationist

JANUARY 11, 2025

Footage from inside an Israeli Air Force KC-707 Reem tanker aircraft was recently published on the official IDF Instagram page, providing a rare tour of the aircraft. The IDF (Israeli Defense Forces) uploaded a short Instagram reel on their official @idfonline page on Jan. 6, 2025, offering previously unseen footage inside one of the IAFs […] The post A Rare Look Inside Israels Secretive KC-707 Reem Tanker appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

The Airbus A380 has long been a symbol of luxury and innovation in long-haul travel and Qantas fleet is no different. As the flagship of the Australian airlines fleet, the Superjumbo offers an unparalleled travel experience, combining exceptional service, cutting-edge technology, and thoughtfully designed cabins.

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The Aviationist

JANUARY 11, 2025

American Defense firm Kratos has signed a $1.5 billion contract, its largest ever, with the Department of Defense for a low-cost hypersonic testbed and related services, including subscale, full-scale and air launch services. The American technology and defense company Kratos signed a contract with the Department of Defense on Jan. 06, 2025, for systems engineering, […] The post Kratos Signs $1.5 Billion Deal for DoD Low-Cost Hypersonic Testbed appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

Iberia has now extended the resumption of its seasonal Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) service from Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) for a second time. Initially scheduled for January, the route was meant to see Airbus A321XLR service marking the second transatlantic route for the aircraft type that joined the Iberia fleet at the end of last year.

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Vintage Aviation News

JANUARY 11, 2025

On January 11, 1947, the prototype for the McDonnell F2H Banshee made its first flight. A larger development of the FH Phantom, the Banshee would go on to see service during the Korean War as an escort fighter and reconnaissance aircraft. The development of the F2H Banshee began with the introduction of the McDonnell FH Phantom, which was first flown in 1945 as the McDonnell FD-1 and became the first pure-jet aircraft to enter service with the US Navy.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

On any given day of air travel, the vast majority of the world's passengers will be traveling in economy class. For a lucky with with the money or points to afford it, or the good fortune to be upgraded, more luxurious cabins such as premium economy, business class, and first class will be where they spend their time onboard the aircraft. For many enthusiasts, to do so would represent a bucket list journey.

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One Mile at a Time

JANUARY 11, 2025

Link: Apply now for the Alaska Airlines Visa Business card The Alaska Airlines Visa Business card is Alaska Airlines small business credit card, and its currently offering an improved welcome bonus , making it a great time to apply. This is an often overlooked business credit card issued by Bank of America , and its absolutely worth picking up if youre eligible.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

The tiny Kingdom of Bhutan is tucked up in the eastern Himalayas, adjacent to Nepal, Tibet, and India. Its remote location, spectacular mountainous terrain, and ancient Buddhist culture combine to make it a bucket-list destination for any adventurous traveler. As a result, the kingdom has seen a 10% average annual increase in tourism over the past decade and expects to welcome more than 500,000 visitors this year.

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One Mile at a Time

JANUARY 11, 2025

I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! Im spending time with my parents this weekend, and have no immediate travel planned. My thoughts are with those impacted by the fires in Southern California how heartbreaking. On the points & travel front, this week Delta announced plans to upgrade its inflight entertainment, The Venetian joined World of Hyatt, the UK added a new visa waiver fee for many visitors, Maldivian Airlines acquired an Airbus A330, Hawaiian Airlines revealed details a

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

On January 8th, a Boeing 737-700 operated by TUI Fly Belgium was parked at a gate at Brussels Airport when its nose gear collapsed. No passengers were onboard and there were no reported injuries. While the cause of the collapse remains unknown, its another horrible look for the Boeing 737 as a type in terms of general-public-perception. This video takes a look at the aircraft details and what is known thus far.

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JANUARY 11, 2025

Alaska Airlines has made some changes to its Mileage Plan program as of 2025, like increasing the ways you can earn elite status through credit card spending , and also awarding elite miles for award flights. Thats not all that has changed, though. As of 2025, weve also seen Mileage Plan introduce the concept of milestone perks, whereby members can receive benefits for passing certain thresholds.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

Delta Air Lines is in a commercial and operational partnership with Joby Aviation to launch electric air taxis. The exclusive agreement would provide home-to-airport transportation service to the carrier's passengers.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has reportedly given the green light to a two-year lease agreement that will allow American Airlines to operate daily flights between its hub at Phoenix (PHX) and McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) in Carlsbad.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

The Arizona Cardinals, a professional American football team, have reportedly provided their fleet of Boeing 777 widebody aircraft to assist the Los Angeles Rams in evacuating the city of Los Angeles, which is facing the threat of devastating wildfires.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

France-based regional aircraft manufacturer ATR finished 2024 strongly and has started 2025 in much the same way, announcing a new order from aircraft lessor Abelo. On January 10, ATR announce d that Abelo had converted its order for 10 ATR 42 STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) aircraft into a mix of ATR 42 and ATR 72 aircraft and placed a new order for ATR 72-600 turboprops.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

US carrier Southwest Airlines has a significant presence at Boston Logan Airport (BOS) in Massachusetts. The carrier has been flying out of the airport for fifteen years and operates to a range of domestic destinations from Gates 31A-35 on Pier A of Terminal B.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 11, 2025

Iceland-based low-cost carrier PLAY has scheduled its latest changes to services across its network, which includes cuts on transatlantic and Europe-bound routes, such as the end of its flights to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

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