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American Begins the Long and Difficult Task of Fixing the Mess It Created Over the Last Two Years

Cranky Flier

Two weeks ago, the rumors began to swirl. American Chief Commercial Officer Vasu Raja was out. Or he was at least taking a leave of absence. Or he was working from home. Something was going on, and people in the know began talking. The saga has now ended after a fortnight. Vasu was unceremoniously booted from his job this week. While many of the policies that Vasu drove have not delivered, the ultimate blame has to lie with his boss, CEO Robert Isom.

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Etihad reveals fleet plans until 2030, A380s to stay until at least 2032

Aerotime

Etihad Airways has forged a strong position both in the Middle East market and globally since its first flight in 2003. Now serving 70 destinations worldwide with a mixed fleet of 89 aircraft, the airline is keeping one eye firmly focused on its future growth strategy and how it will optimize its fleet going forward. During an interview with German-language publication AeroTelegraph, Etihad’s CEO Antonoaldo Neves has provided some insight as to how the airline is planning its fleet composition i

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History: How A 2014 ICAO Safety Audit Led To The Suspension Of All AOCs In Uganda

Simple Flying

In June 2014, a safety audit by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Uganda led to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) suspending all Air Operator Certificates (AOCs) of airlines operating international flights. The suspension led to the demise of Air Uganda, one of the country's most prominent airlines at the time.

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Person killed after falling into KLM E190 aircraft engine at Schiphol Airport

Aerotime

A person has been killed at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), the Netherlands, after they fell into the engine on an Embraer E190STD that was due to fly to Billund Airport (BLL) in Denmark. The incident unfolded on May 29, 2024, during the afternoon with KLM passengers onboard the flight witnessing the fatality. Some details regarding whether the deceased was male or female have yet to be confirmed and although presumed to be an airport worker this is still unknown for certain.

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Alaska Airlines celebrates summer travel season with “upgrade unlocked” – get ready for a surprise upgrade to Premium Class!

Alaska Air

Every day this summer, Alaska Airlines is surprising and delighting at least one guest seated in our Main Cabin with an upgrade to Premium Class to celebrate the start of the busy travel season. The post Alaska Airlines celebrates summer travel season with “upgrade unlocked” – get ready for a surprise upgrade to Premium Class! appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.

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Airbus announces retrofits with Swiss, THAI and China Airlines, includes A350s

Aerotime

Airbus has announced that it has secured three new retrofit agreements against the backdrop of the Aircraft Interiors Expo 2024 in Hamburg, Germany. The company has been incredibly busy at this year’s event, with new deals signed with Swiss, Thai Airways and China Airlines. Aircraft Interiors Expo 2024 kicked off on May 28, 2024, and runs through until the end of May 30, 2024.

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Malaysia Airlines' First Airbus A330neo Enters Final Assembly Phase

Simple Flying

The first of Malaysia Airlines' Airbus A330neos has entered final assembly at Airbus' manufacturing facility in Toulouse. Once final checks and the cabin installation have been completed, the aircraft will undergo rigorous testing before being flown to its new home at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).

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Messerschmitt Me 262 Replica For Sale

Vintage Aviation News

A rare opportunity has arisen to purchase a full-scale replica of the Messerschmitt Me 262, the first operational jet-powered fighter. The aircraft in question was built in Germany by Manfred Pflumm, the owner of the International Flugmuseum in Schwenningen. With a passion for aviation and a keen eye for detail, Pflumm dedicated many years to restoring and rebuilding airplanes for various museums.

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Emirates joins IATA’s Turbulence Aware Platform; to merge data with Lido mPilot

Aerotime

Emirates announced that it has joined the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Turbulence Aware Platform. The airline will also be the first to integrate the IATA platform within the latest version of Lido mPilot, the mobile navigation solution from Lufthansa Systems. The airline said that bringing the platforms together will offer highly accurate turbulence information and forecasts for pilots, equipping them with the means to plot the best paths around affected areas for enhanced s

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Alaska Airlines invests in new world-class training facility to support flight attendants, pilots and more

Alaska Air

A new future for Alaska Airlines' employees and their careers begins today with the purchase of a facility that will become home to the airline's world-class training programs. The post Alaska Airlines invests in new world-class training facility to support flight attendants, pilots and more appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.

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American Airlines sued for discrimination over removal of pax due to body odor

Aerotime

Three black men have filed a federal lawsuit against American Airlines for racial discrimination. The men allege the airline forced them and other black male passengers to disembark a plane after a complaint about body odor. Plaintiffs Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph and Xavier Veal, who were not known to one another, boarded American Airlines Flight AA 832 from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to New York’s John F.

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8 Reasons To Get The Hilton Surpass Card

One Mile at a Time

Link: Apply now for the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass ® Card Hotel credit cards are often underrated, given welcome bonuses and valuable perks that they can offer. The Hilton Surpass Card is Hilton’s popular mid-range personal credit card, which is a great example. While you can read a full review of the Hilton Surpass Card here , in this post, I wanted to share eight reasons you should consider applying for this $150 annual fee card ( Rates & Fees ).

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Four Jetstar cabin crew hospitalized after being overcome by fumes on flight

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Four Jetstar cabin crew members were taken to hospital after falling ill from aircraft fumes on a domestic flight. Flight JQ 966 arrived at Cairns Airport (CNS) from Coolangatta Airport (OOL) in the Gold Coast at around 09:30 local time on May 30, 2024. Passengers had disembarked the A320 aircraft when crew members noticed an unusual smell and began to feel nauseous.

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Boeing Advances On Fix For Anti-Icing Issue Delaying 737 MAX 7 & MAX 10 Certification

Simple Flying

While Boeing has moved forward with designing the 737 MAXs engine anti-ice system, which would prevent the overheating of the engine nacelles, this could slip the entry-into-service date of the 737 MAX 7 and 737 MAX 10 to late 2025.

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Southwest sued for discrimination over free ticket program for Hispanic students

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Southwest Airlines is facing a lawsuit filed by an equal rights nonprofit group over the carrier’s free ticket program for Hispanic students. In a lawsuit filed in a Dallas federal court, American Alliance for Equal Rights alleged that the airline’s program violated federal civil rights laws by excluding non-Hispanic students. Launched in 2004, the low-cost carrier’s ¡Lánzate!

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Alaska Upgrading One Person Each Day This Summer For Free

One Mile at a Time

Alaska Airlines is offering a cute promotion this summer. Without looking a gift horse in the mouth, dare I say that it almost feels a bit cheap to me? Alaska’s “upgrade unlocked” promotion With Alaska’s “upgrade unlocked” promotion, the airline will be offering surprise and delight upgrades over the coming months. Between June 1 and September 2, 2024, Alaska will be upgrading one passenger per day to Premium Class on a complimentary basis.

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Virgin Australia comes under regulator’s scrutiny over pilot fatigue issues

Aerotime

The Australian aviation regulator, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has told an Australian Government Senate hearing that Virgin Australia is rostering pilots ‘closer to the limit’ of fatigue. CASA advised the hearing that almost 5% of pilots refused shifts due to tiredness in the previous 28-day roster period amid concerns about back-to-back 12-hour days, However, some pilots are “hesitant” to report fatigue issues out of fear of losing shifts.

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Cross-Country: What Are United Airlines' Longest Routes With Airbus Narrowbodies?

Simple Flying

Headquartered at the Willis Tower in Chicago, United Airlines operates an extensive domestic and international route network across the USA and all six inhabited continents, primarily out of its eight hubs. As of 2024, United Airlines has 953 mainline aircraft, making it a carrier with one of the largest fleets. Further, United has one of the oldest fleets of all major US airlines, with the average aircraft age being 16.3 years.

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Spectrum Aeromed announces CE certification, expanding reach into Europe

Aerotime

Spectrum Aeromed is thrilled to announce the delivery of a fully CE Marked medical solution for the air ambulance industry. This marks a significant milestone in their commitment to adhering to the highest European safety and quality standards. The comprehensive solution includes all components from stretcher assemblies to medical devices ensuring that every aspect of the medical suite meets CE requirements.

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American Airlines Flight 320: The Story Of The Lockheed L-188 Electra's First Hull Loss

Simple Flying

This is the story of how American Airlines Flight 320 crashed into the East River as it attempted to land at LaGuardia Airport and the subsequent investigation results. American Airlines Flight 320 was a regularly scheduled flight between Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) on which American Airlines was operating one of its newly acquired Lockheed L-188 Electra turbine propeller aircraft.

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Delta Flight Museum Resumes DC-3 Tours

Vintage Aviation News

Delta Flight Museum announced the return of DC-3 tours. Starting Tuesday, June 4th, the museum will regularly offer tours of Ship 41, the only Delta passenger Douglas DC-3 still in existence. The tours will be held at the museum in Hangar 1 and are included with admission. For more information about the DC-3, you can visit the museum’s Facebook page.

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Riyadh Air's 1st Uniforms By Ashi Will Launch On The Runway At Paris Couture Week

Simple Flying

Saudi Arabias new startup airline, Riyadh Air , has selected Ashi, founder and creative director of ASHI STUDIO to design the airline's first-ever cabin crew fashion line. The new uniform design, which reflects the airlines dynamic approach, will be unveiled at Haute Couture Week next month in Paris, where the airline unveiled its first livery.

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When Will Etihad Airways Retire Airbus A380s?

One Mile at a Time

At the start of the pandemic, Etihad Airways grounded its fleet of Airbus A380s. At the time, the plan was for the jets to be retired permanently. Fortunately executives at the airline had a change of heart, and in 2023, we saw the Abu Dhabi-based carrier’s A380s return to the skies. The fleet is smaller than in the past — Etihad has only brought back four of the 10 jets it originally flew — but hey, that’s still better than nothing.

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F-35 vs A-10: Can The Lightning Effectively Replace The Thunderbolt?

Simple Flying

Yes, the question has to be asked can the F-35 Lightning effectively replace the US Air Forces only aircraft designed for Close Air Support in the A-10 Thunderbolt II? Below is an attempt to answer the question from multiple credible sources.

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EAA’s Attic — Leroy Lettering Set

Inspire

Aircraft drawings connect designers to the engineers who build our favorite aircraft, so legibility is key. Before word processors and CAD software, the Leroy lettering set was used to fill in the title blocks of aircraft drawings. The post EAA’s Attic — Leroy Lettering Set first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Finnair Returns To Nagoya Airport For 1st Time Since Pandemic As Only European Carrier

Simple Flying

Finnair has restarted flights to Nagoya for the first time since the pandemic, with its first flight back touching down on Thursday evening - this marks the Japanese airport's first direct connection to Europe in over four years.

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Etihad First Class: What Does The Future Hold?

One Mile at a Time

A lot has changed at Etihad in the past several years — the airline has new management , a new hub terminal , and new aspirations. Etihad management has changed its tune quite a bit over time when it comes to the future of offering first class, so I wanted to look at the latest updates on that. Etihad’s current first class footprint We’ve seen airlines take different approaches when it comes to offering international first class (on planes that also have business class).

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COO On Redeveloping JFK's Terminal 1: What Does The Terminal Of The Future Really Look Like?

Simple Flying

The plans for the continued modernization of New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are extensive, and one of the most important projects is the New Terminal One (NTO). This new state-of-the-art facility will become the standard in global airport infrastructure, becoming a modern hub for global travel.

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Blog: Remembrances Of Triple-Ace Bud Anderson

AV Web

The recent passing of triple-ace Bud Anderson at the well-earned age of 102 stirred up some happy memories along with the inevitable twinge of sadness. I met Bud on several occasions (the accompanying selfie was taken at AirVenture’s Fightertown in the Warbird area), but we seldom had the opportunity for more than a few pleasantries. He was a man in demand.

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Ryanair Says Traffic Cap At Dublin Airport Has Blocked Over 1 Million Seats This Winter

Simple Flying

Ryanair, the Irish low-cost carrier, has stated that following the latest slot allocation at Dublin Airport (DUB) for the upcoming winter season, over 1 million seats must be eliminated from the airlines network. As such, Ryanair called for Eamon Ryan, the Transport Minister of Ireland, to eliminate the traffic cap at DUB.

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Awful: American Kicks Random Black Men Off Flight Over Body Odor

One Mile at a Time

American Airlines is facing yet another lawsuit for discrimination. Based on what we know about this incident, it looks really bad for the airline, as I can’t come up with one innocent explanation (thanks to Klaus for flagging this)… American removes Black men from plane over body odor A federal lawsuit has just been filed against American Airlines, related to an incident that occurred on a flight from Phoenix (PHX) to New York (JFK) back in January 2024.

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5 Airlines Around The World Offering Free Checked Baggage

Simple Flying

When it comes to flying, one of our most complex decisions is how much to pack. For many airlines, we are lured into a bargain and opt for no checked bags to save a buck. However, a growing list of nonlegacy carriers includes a free checked bag (or multiple) as part of their standard offering. This list will investigate how much we are offered for free and where you could be flying.

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Review: Marriott Geneva Hotel, Switzerland

One Mile at a Time

During our trip to Geneva , we spent our last night at the 263-room Marriott Geneva. We had an early morning flight out of Geneva, so staying at the Marriott seemed like the best option, given that this is sort of an airport hotel. While I wasn’t able to check out everything (due to our early departure), I was generally impressed by this hotel. The Marriott Geneva only opened in 2022, so it’s one of the newer designed Marriotts, with modern rooms and nice public spaces.

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Football Flights: How Airlines Have Adapted Their Schedules For UEFA Euro 2024

Simple Flying

On June 14, 2024, the 2024 UEFA European Football Championship, known as UEFA Euro 2024, will kick off, starting off one of the more intense sporting summers in Europe, with the tournament being subsequently followed by the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, France.

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Crosswinds and Light Turbulence Cause Stomach Aches

Inspire

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Steve Krog discusses how to regain your confidence in performing crosswind takeoffs and landings. The post Crosswinds and Light Turbulence Cause Stomach Aches first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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No Red Eye: A Look At Delta Air Lines Only Daytime Europe-Bound Service

Simple Flying

After 15 years, Delta again offers something unusual: daytime flights from the US to Europe. It runs daily between New York JFK and Paris CDG , a SkyTeam hub and hub of transatlantic joint venture partner Air France.

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A Weekend of Midwest Flying

Inspire

As warmer weather settles in throughout the Midwest, EAA chapter and flying activities ramp up. On Saturday, May 18, and Sunday, May 19, Bruce Jacobsen, EAA 1060967, of Rockford, Illinois, EAA Chapter 22, enjoyed not one, but two days filled with flying fun. The post A Weekend of Midwest Flying first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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