One Mile at a Time

APRIL 27, 2024

Dutch carrier KLM is changing its uniform policy , and that includes the option of more comfortable footwear. KLM launches sneakers for employees As of May 6, 2024, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will allow employees to wear sneakers as part of their uniform. This includes all frontline staff, from pilots, to flight attendants, to ground agents. Employees will be able to wear their own sneakers (which must meet certain requirements), or they can buy sneakers developed especially for KLM, designed by F

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Airline Geeks

APRIL 27, 2024

American is planning to operate its first regularly scheduled Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights from New York-JFK later this year.

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 27, 2024

I can’t say I’m surprised, but delivery delays at Boeing are causing American Airlines to update its plans, and postpone the introduction of its new business class product. American faces Boeing 787 delivery delays While American already has a fleet of 59 Boeing 787s, the airline has an additional 30 of these jets on order. What’s exciting about these aircraft is that the upcoming deliveries are supposed to be ultra-premium Boeing 787s , featuring just 244 seats.

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Airline Geeks

APRIL 27, 2024

While a step forward, the DOT's new rules still fall short compared to European regulations that protect passengers in the event of a flight disruption.

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 27, 2024

I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I had a fun family trip this week to a Caribbean points property, which I’ll be reviewing soon. I might be taking a review trip later in the week, but am still on the fence on finalizing it. On the points & travel front, this week Southwest hinted at possible changes to its cabins, Avianca restored business class on more routes, IndiGo placed an Airbus A350 order, Southwest flight attendants ratified a lucrative new contract, Hyatt launched it

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Ask Captain Lim

APRIL 27, 2024

A Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777-200ER Sky Bound Memories: A Boeing 777 Pilot Reunion The recent Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777 pilot reunion held at Contango in the Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, on 26 th April 2024 was an unforgettable experience. Sixty former aviators, with whom I once shared the skies, gathered for the cherished occasion. For me, the event was a precious opportunity to rekindle connections, especially considering my departure from the fleet almost two decades ago.

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World Airline News

APRIL 27, 2024

Condor Airlines (DE) flight #DE2454 from Frankfurt arrived in Vancouver on April 25. The nonstop route to Frankfurt is now serviced by the airline’s new Airbus A330neo aircraft sporting Condor’s eye-catching, striped branding. Photo: Condor The A330neo arrived in Vancouver just in time for the start of the summer transatlantic travel season, when Condor will offer five flights weekly (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday) to its Frankfurt hub, with easy connections to 100+ destinatio

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WayMan

APRIL 27, 2024

Understanding the FAA Medical Exam is crucial for any aspiring pilot. At Wayman Aviation Academy, we ensure you navigate this step with ease, setting you on the right path to achieving your aviation dreams in Miami. The FAA Medical Exam is a fundamental requirement for all pilots to ensure they are medically fit to operate an aircraft safely. This examination must be conducted by an FAA-authorized aviation medical examiner.

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Defence Blog

APRIL 27, 2024

U.S. aerospace giant Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a $344 million contract for the development of two missile variants – the SM-2 Block IIICU and SM-6 Block IU – featuring a common guidance section housing essential electronics and software directing the missile to its target. Both variants will utilize a newly designed guidance section, […] The post Raytheon awards $344M contract to modernize missile electronics first appeared on Defence Blog.

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The Aviationist

APRIL 27, 2024

The new commercial derivative aircraft will replace the 1970s’ E-4B Nightwatch in the National Emergency Airborne Command Post role. Sierra Nevada Corporation has been awarded a contract, worth more than USD 13 billion, for the [.] The post Sierra Nevada Corporation Will Build E-4B ‘Doomsday’ Plane Replacement appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Defence Blog

APRIL 27, 2024

The U.S. Marine Corps is poised to enhance its air defense capabilities with the adoption of the new interceptor system with SpyHunter missiles. Inside Defense recently reported the service’s intention to elevate procurement spending on air defense systems in fiscal year 2025, earmarking $111 million for the Medium Range Intercept Capability (MRIC) program.

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The Aviationist

APRIL 27, 2024

The drone strafed targets on the ground during a live fire event earlier this month. General Atomics announced the successful testing of the Mojave Unmanned Aircraft System, equipped with M134 7.62 miniguns, which destroyed static [.] The post General Atomics Mojave UAS Tested With Minugun Pods appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

APRIL 27, 2024

Welcome to my trip report on Juneyao Airlines! My ride: B-207N Introduction I was invited to go to Shanghai and it was an easy decision. All I need to do is to sort out my work at home before confirming my trip. I had a few choices to fly to Shanghai. They are Singapore Airlines, Spring Airlines (Low Cost), Juneyao Airlines, Air China and China Eastern Airlines.

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 27, 2024

Link: Apply now for The Business Platinum Card® from American Express The American Express Platinum cards are some of the most well-known premium cards out there. Many people are familiar with The Platinum Card® from American Express ( review ), which is one of the most popular personal premium cards on the market. In this post, I wanted to take a close look at The Business Platinum Card® from American Express , which is the business version of the card (as the name suggests).

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Defence Blog

APRIL 27, 2024

The UK Ministry of Defense has announced that the British Army’s highly lethal future tank – the Challenger 3 – has completed its fire testing phase. Armed with advanced survivability features and formidable firepower, the Challenger 3 embodies a new standard of lethality and resilience. The commencement of fire testing signals the culmination of intensive […] The post British Army’s future tank completes live firing tests first appeared on Defence Blog.

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 27, 2024

An American visitor to Turks & Caicos is facing a lengthy jail sentence, after he accidentally brought some ammunition with him on a trip. I’m sort of sympathetic, but also sort of not. Turks & Caicos visitor caught with ammo in carry-on bag A man from Oklahoma recently took a vacation to Turks & Caicos with his wife and some friends, to celebrate his 40th birthday.

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Defence Blog

APRIL 27, 2024

The Finnish Defense Forces will purchase heavy Patria 6×6 armored vehicles from Patria within the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) program. As noted by the company, the Finnish Minister of Defense Antti Häkkänen has authorized the Finnish Defence Forces Logistics Command to start a serial procurement of heavy armored personnel carrier 6×6 vehicles from Patria. […] The post Finland to receive new wheeled armored vehicles first appeared on Defence Blog.

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The Aviationist

APRIL 27, 2024

In an engagement reminiscent of WWII dogfights, a Ukrainian training aircraft reportedly shot down a Russian drone. On Apr. 27, 2024, a Ukrainian Yak-52 training aircraft, shot down a Russian Orlan-10 drone over Odessa, according [.] The post Ukrainian Yak-52 Equipped With Machine Gun Shoots Down Russian UAV – Reports appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Defence Blog

APRIL 27, 2024

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (GUR), alongside the servicemen of the 15th Artillery Reconnaissance Brigade, successfully targeted and destroyed the Russian Podlet-K1 low-altitude S-band surveillance radar. The operation resulted in effective strikes on the antenna rotator and diesel station powering the system. Intelligence reports indicate that this system was used by the adversary to detect […] The post Ukrainian troops destroy Russian Podlet radar first appeared on Defence Blog.

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