Cranky Flier
MAY 7, 2024
Frontier has been telling us that it needed to remake its operation, delving even further into the out-and-back model of basing crews and airplanes in one city and having them back home that night. This is a real change compared to what the airline did previously, and it’s something we can see quite well in maps. I don’t have a perfectly clear view into all the bases that the airline may have closed, so please do keep in that mind.
Aerotime
MAY 7, 2024
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched a fresh investigation into Boeing after the company informed the agency that staff may have not “completed required inspections” during assembly of 787 Dreamliner aircraft. In a statement on May 6, 2024, the FAA confirmed that Boeing had “voluntarily informed” it in April 2024 of an issue related to inspections for “adequate bonding and grounding” where the wings join the fuselage on certain 787 planes.
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Alaska Air
MAY 7, 2024
Now, when you book your flights with Alaska Airlines, guests will have the option to reduce their environmental impacts by purchasing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) credits right in the booking path. The post Alaska Airlines launches new options for guests to support sustainable travel appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.
Aerotime
MAY 7, 2024
Malaysian low-cost carrier AirAsia has launched direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) in Ahmedabad, India. The service commenced on May 2, 2024. According to AirAsia, the inaugural flight had a 100% load factor and was given a warm welcome by the Deputy Director South Asia Unit of Tourism Malaysia.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
Ryanair, a low-cost airline based in Ireland, has shown interest in the C919 through the years. The Chinese aircraft manufacturer COMACs C919 is a narrowbody designed to compete with the best-selling models from Airbus and Boeing. In May 2023, the aircraft made its commercial debut in China.
Aerotime
MAY 7, 2024
REGENT, a startup developing a new-generation of wing-in-ground vehicles, and MONTE, an aircraft leasing firm focusing on sustainable air mobility, have signed a $300 million deal to provide financing solutions for this new type of electrically powered seagliders. The agreement was announced within the framework of CoMotion’24, a mobility innovation event taking place in Miami, Florida from May 6 to 7, 2024.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
Emirates has committed to completely refurbishing an additional 71 aircraft, including 43 Airbus A380s and 28 Boeing 777s. The announcement comes just over a year after the airline's first completely refurbished A380 entered service. This is part of the Dubai-based carrier's $2 billion retrofit program unveiled in 2022.
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Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
International flights to and from the United Kingdom are currently experiencing massive delays. The Border Force (immigration) is facing technical issues with its e-gates system, leading to massive lines and long delays. According to reports from the BBC, a passenger at Manchester Airport was in line for 90 minutes after landing.
Aerotime
MAY 7, 2024
airBaltic, the Latvian national airline, has recently launched a new initiative called the airBaltic Technical Academy. The airBaltic Technical Academy has collaborated with Riga Technical University and Liepaja State Technical School to provide training facilities in Riga and Liepaja, where students can gain hands-on experience primarily with the Airbus A220-300 aircraft.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury recently confirmed that Airbus is targeting the delivery of 800 aircraft in 2024, and while it is very early days, the year has started strongly for both orders and deliveries. In the first four months, Airbus delivered 203 aircraft and booked orders for 227 more, which is a solid performance considering how the annual numbers peak in the year's second half.
Aerotime
MAY 7, 2024
Embraer, the Brazilian aircraft manufacturer, has released its earnings report for the first quarter of 2024. Revenue for the quarter totaled $897 million, a 25% year-on-year increase. Executive Aviation particularly stood out with a 2.75x growth, achieving the highest first-quarter revenues and number of deliveries in the past eight years. Adjusted EBIT reached $6.8 million with a margin of 0.8% in the first quarter of 2024, showing improvement from the previous year.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
Shortly after celebrating its 3rd birthday, Avelo Airlines became the first and only airline offering nonstop service from North Carolina's Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (USA) to Southern Connecticut. The airport is often known as NASCAR's Airport due to its proximity to the Charlotte Motor Speedway and serves as a base for charter operations and low-cost carriers.
Aerotime
MAY 7, 2024
Lilium has announced an agreement with Florida-based startup airline UrbanLink for 20 units of its electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, the Lilium Jet , plus options for 20 more. The order for was announced on May 6, 2024. Little is known about UrbanLink, other than the fact that its founder is Ed Wegel, a seasoned airline executive who has held senior roles at a number of airlines.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
Airline investor presentations are a wealth of information and often include some indication of future network plans. Of course, there is typically no publicly stated timeframe for implementing things; even relevant employees may not know yet. Still, they are helpful and exciting, as exemplified by Air Canadas long-haul ambition disclosed in a May 2 presentation.
Flying Magazine
MAY 7, 2024
The FAA is investigating Boeing’s manufacturing practices on the 787 Dreamliner, following the company’s admission that its inspection records for the wing-to-body join process at the final assembly site in South Carolina may have been falsified. “The FAA has opened an investigation into Boeing after the company voluntarily informed us in April that it may not have completed required inspections to confirm adequate bonding and grounding where the wings join the fuselage on cert
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
For traditional airlines, elite status serves a unique purpose and is primarily designed to incentivize loyalty among high-spending frequent flyers. With everything from complimentary upgrades to premium cabins, lounge access, priority boarding, and more, elite status is meant to encourage business travelers and other high-volume premium passengers to stick to a certain airline.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 7, 2024
In August 2022, Emirates announced plans to retrofit 120 aircraft with new interiors. The airline has now revealed plans to expand this project by nearly 60%. Emirates now plans to retrofit an additional 71 aircraft in a similar way, meaning 191 existing aircraft will have new cabins installed. While this is primarily being done in order to introduce premium economy on these jets, there are changes coming to other cabins as well.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
Emirates recently disclosed the list of destinations that will see its incoming A350-900s. Among them is Edinburgh, which means the carrier will return to the Scottish capital after nearly five years.
Airline Geeks
MAY 7, 2024
GoJet Airlines, a regional carrier based in St. Louis, announced it has received FAA Part 145 certification to operate a large aircraft repair station.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
The popularity of premium economy has grown significantly over the past few years. The travel class, situated between business class and economy class, seemingly offers the best of both worlds: more comfort on a budget. However, some carriers take the extra step to ensure that passengers flying in premium economy feel the most comfortable, have the best food available, and enjoy plenty of entertainment options onboard.
Airline Geeks
MAY 7, 2024
According to a Reuters report over the weekend, Southwest plans to offer its pilots reduced hours as it continues to wait on delayed aircraft deliveries.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
It was October 29th, 1960. The California Polytechnic State University Football Team or the Cal Poly Mustangs were traveling to a game with Bowling Green State University. They had chartered a Curtiss C-46 operated by Arctic Pacific. The flight had been chartered to take the team from Santa Maria in California to Toledo, Ohio and then return to San Luis Obispo in California.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 7, 2024
DansDeals has the story of how American Airlines allegedly removed an unaccompanied minor Orthodox Jewish passenger from a flight, due to the behavior of another Orthodox Jewish passenger who he didn’t even know… American accused of collective punishment for Jewish passengers This incident happened on Sunday, May 5, 2024, and involves American Airlines flight from Cleveland (CLE) to Washington (DCA).
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
Welcome to my 127th weekly routes article! I have analyzed subjectively exciting services that began in the past week or so. Click here to see the last jam-packed edition.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 7, 2024
Several weeks ago, Qatar Airways and Cardless announced plans to launch co-branded credit cards in the United States. The details of these products have now been announced, and they include some lucrative opportunities to earn oneworld elite status. Qatar Airways’ new credit cards in the United States Qatar Airways and Cardless are launching two personal credit cards in the United States, including the Qatar Airways Privilege Club Visa Signature Credit Card and Qatar Airways Privilege Club Visa
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
The last few months havent exactly gone how Spirit Airlines would have liked to, and that included the carriers failed merger with JetBlue. And now Spirits chief executive officer has spoken his mind about why he thought it was not the best decision and why some smaller non-legacy carriers are struggling in the US.
Flight Training Central
MAY 7, 2024
As much as it seems sometimes that airplanes fly by magic, it’s important for every pilot to understand at least the basic fundamentals of aerodynamics. These principles dictate not only how the aircraft stays aloft, but what makes it either stable or unstable. Understanding these concepts will create a smoother and safer pilot. Take this quiz to test your aerodynamics knowledge. 1.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
JetBlue and Etihad Airways are expanding their decade-long partnership to include airline loyalty programs. JetBlue's TrueBlue members can redeem points on Etihad flights starting tomorrow (Wednesday, May 8th), while Etihad Guest members can earn and book flights on JetBlue services.
iPad Pilot News
MAY 7, 2024
Apple releases new iPad Air and Pro models iPad Pilot News Apple introduced a new, larger 13-inch iPad Air and the upgraded 11-inch iPad Air at their special event. Apple’s iPad line has been long overdue for a refresh and hasn’t been updated since 2022. You likely haven’t noticed unless you’re a power user who needs the latest Apple silicon M-series chip for gaming or media production.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
Have you ever wanted to upgrade the seat on your flight and been offered bidding as an option? While most global airlines allow travelers to upgrade using cash or loyalty rewards, some airlines offer bidding service in addition to the traditional ways of upgrading. This article explores which airlines offer the bidding option for upgrades.
AOPA
MAY 7, 2024
FREDERICK, Md., May 7, 2024—The intricate planning and intense coordination with a myriad agencies and regulators have been in the works for more than a year. But the team always knew takeoffs wouldn’t happen until it received an official yes/no the week of the event.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
In Washington, DC, senators are racing to ensure that the latest 1,089-page reauthorization bill for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) remains on track amid dozens of new amendments that could derail the bipartisan legislation. The extensive bill is set to address the nation's massive shortage of air traffic controllers and implement new safety technology that could assist in reducing runway collisions, among other provisions.
Airline Geeks
MAY 7, 2024
EgyptAir, the national carrier of Egypt, is expanding its flight services to include Fujairah International Airport in the UAE.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
The flag carrier of Qatar is introducing two new cobranded credit cards aimed at US travelers. The cards will collect Avios frequent flyer points and provide opportunities for cardholders to enjoy elite status with oneworld alliance carriers. The move comes as Qatar Airways looks to expand its Privilege Club airline loyalty program in the United States, following several similar card announcements from the likes of Breeze Airways and avianca.
AOPA
MAY 7, 2024
Exterior aircraft lights serve several purposes, but the bottom line is that, in both day and night conditions, lights increase safety and reduce the chance of collisions.
Simple Flying
MAY 7, 2024
Modern aircraft are designed to withstand many environmental conditions including lightning strikes. While that may be terrifying for flight crew or passengers, millions of volts of electricity generally exit the airplane in a designed fashion. Lightning strikes can rarely cause physical damage to the aircraft. While most pilots continue to fly after a known lightning strike, some may declare an emergency and land the plane.
AV Web
MAY 7, 2024
A planeload of Delta passengers left their A321 on slides instead of the jet bridge Monday after a fire started in the front landing gear well. Airport authorities said the fire started after the aircraft was plugged into shore power after a flight from Cancun. The crew called for an emergency evacuation with a PA announcement quoted by one passenger as: “Drop your belongings, unbuckle and head to the exits.” There were 189 passengers and six crew onboard and no one was hurt.
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