Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

Qatar Airways announced an order for 20 more Boeing 777-9 aircraft, which is set to be the largest and most fuel-efficient twin-engine jet. The order, which expands the Doha-based carrier’s 777X order book to nearly 100 airplanes, was announced on the second day of the Farnborough International Airshow 2024. Boeing said that Qatar Airways helped launch the 777X program and it now has on order 60 777-9 passenger airplanes.

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Cranky Flier

JULY 23, 2024

As we discussed yesterday, in the long-haul market, premium upsell options have long been part of the game , but in the short-haul market, that has not been the case. It wasn’t all that long ago that airlines almost exclusively sold coach seats. Most of those people sitting in First Class were upgrades. This has changed dramatically, and the announcements of expanded premium offerings just keep coming.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

Airbus’ Racer high-speed helicopter demonstrator reached a top speed of 420 km/h (227 kts) during its first flight tests. The announcement was made on July 23, 2024, during the second day of Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom. The Racer surpassed its goal of 407 km/h (220 kts) on June 21, 2024, less than two months after its first flight.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 23, 2024

by Richard Mallory Allnutt We are thrilled to report that the world now has a second airworthy Helldiver! Curtiss SB2C-5 Helldiver BuNo.83393, under long-term rebuild with the Fagen Fighters WWII Museum , made its first post-restoration flight from their facility in Granite Falls, Minnesota today. Well respected CAF Helldiver pilot, Ed Vesely, was at the controls for the initial test hop, which went smoothly according to those present.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

International Airlines Group (IAG) announced it has committed to purchasing GEnx engines to power six new 787 Dreamliners for British Airways. This will be the first time the engines will have been introduced into the British carrier’s fleet. The announcement was made on July 22, 2024, during the Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom. “British Airways was the launch customer for the highly successful GE90 engine,” Russell Stokes, President and CEO, Commercial Engine

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

Virgin Atlantic has announced that it has ordered seven Airbus A330neo aircraft, bolstering its fleet of all-widebody aircraft, which includes Airbus and Boeing jets.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

Boom Supersonic announced major milestones across its Overture airliner and Symphony engine programs at the Farnborough International Airshow on July 23, 2024. The US company unveiled an all-new flight deck for supersonic airliner Overture, designed around pilots and with safety at the forefront. Boom said the next-generation flight deck builds upon years of learning in aviation safety and is the result of extensive feedback from airline, business, and military pilots.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

European missile manufacturer MBDA unveiled its new MANPADS (Man Portable Air Defence System) VSHORAD (Very Short Range Air Defence) solution for the first time at Farnborough International Airshow on July 22, 2024. The new VSHORAD missile is a supersonic interceptor with image processing capabilities, which means it does not require further guidance once it has been launched.

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Alaska Air

JULY 23, 2024

Boarding music is a core component of the premium experience we provide to our guests, with the music, lighting, and care from our crew members creating a great first impression and easing the stress of the airport and boarding process; starting this month, enjoy boarding music from Sub Pop Records on all Alaska Airlines flights departing from Seattle and Everett.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

Boeing has chosen Safran Electrical & Power to provide the electrical power generation system for the X-66 flight demonstrator, an integral part of NASA’s Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project. The collaboration announced at Farnborough Airshow on July 23, 2024, will include support for ground and flight tests, which are set to commence in 2028. “We are very honored to further expand our thriving partnership with Boeing under this NASA program, and to develop breakthrough techn

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 23, 2024

On July 11th, 2024, another Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk found its way to an aviation museum when F-117A USAF #82-0819 Raven Beauty arrived at the Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford, Oklahoma. If there was ever a museum that was deserving of an F-117 it is the Stafford Air & Space Museum, which is named in honor of Weatherford native and legendary test pilot and astronaut, Lt.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

British Airways has announced a £21 million investment in its Speedbird Pilot Academy, which will allow up to 200 aspiring pilots to train without the burden of self-funding the £100,000 cost. The airline made the announcement at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow. The Speedbird Pilot Academy, launched last year, already supports 100 future pilots chosen from over 20,000 applicants.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

Aer Lingus pilots, represented by the Irish Air Line Pilots Association (IALPA), have voted to accept a new pay deal, which will offer significant pay increases and last until the end of 2026.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

Macquarie AirFinance has placed its first direct order with Boeing, purchasing 20 737-8 aircraft. The order, announced on July 23, 2024, at the Farnborough Airshow, will double Macquarie AirFinance’s current 737-8 order book. In 2023, Macquarie AirFinance obtained an initial 737-8 order book from ALAFCO Aviation Lease and Finance. “The continued expansion and renewal of our fleet underscores our confidence in the strong future growth prospects of global commercial air transport,̶

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is searching for a lifeline as it has become the latest carrier to suffer from a meltdown. After a weekend of numerous flight complications, the airline is now under investigation launched by the US Department of Transportation (DOT).

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

SmartLynx Airlines Malta, a part of SmartLynx Airlines, a globally acknowledged ACMI, cargo, and charter provider, has officially become a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). SmartLynx Airlines Malta has been on the IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) registry since 2019. Joining the IATA global community allows SmartLynx to participate in shaping the industry’s priorities and initiatives, including safety and sustainability.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

While Boeing had dominated day one of the Farnborough International Airshow , Airbus caught up with its main rival in the market on the second day, while ATR and Embraer have continued their respective dry spells at the industry show.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2024

For years, Mexico’s first Park Hyatt has been in the pipeline. It’s one of the upcoming Hyatt properties that I’m most excited about. I wanted to provide an update on this resort, as it looks like it could finally be opening in early 2025… hopefully! Basics of the Park Hyatt Los Cabos, Mexico Back in 2017, plans were announced for the Park Hyatt Los Cabos , located in Baja California Sur, Mexico.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

Boeing has announced its first order on the second day of the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 , with Macquarie AirFinance, an aircraft leasing company, purchasing 737 MAX aircraft.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2024

Early Friday morning, we saw a major global IT outage , which had huge implications for the airline industry. However, no airline had a meltdown quite like Delta , which has canceled over 5,000 flights in the past several days. While Delta can’t really be blamed for the initial problem, the reason we’ve seen so many cancelations is because Delta’s crew planning software basically stopped working.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

It is only the second day of the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow, but we are already reading press releases about Boeing beating Airbus, and airlines are lining up to kick tires, sign letters of intent, or maybe even place firm orders for aircraft that may not be delivered for years.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2024

In mid-2019, British Airways introduced an all-new business class product, which represents a massive improvement compared to the carrier’s previous product. As is often the case when airlines introduce new business class seats, the challenge is actually getting a plane featuring those seats ( Lufthansa can tell you all about it! ). While the airline had at the time outlined a rollout schedule for this new product, as you’d expect, the pandemic has delayed things a bit.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

The Northrop Grumman RQ-4 Global Hawk is an unmanned aircraft system designed to perform high-altitude long-endurance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. The aircraft, piloted from the ground, serves a range of purposes for the US military. This article notes some missions that the Global Hawk fleet performs with the US forces.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2024

Virgin Atlantic is a pretty conservative airline when it comes to growth (for good reason… it’s not profitable). Along those lines, the airline has just placed an aircraft order , which tell us a lot about the carrier’s future fleet plans. Virgin Atlantic further modernizes fleet Virgin Atlantic has today announced that it has placed a firm order for an additional seven Airbus A330-900neo aircraft.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is one of the world's most famous airshows and aircraft exhibitions. Typically held during the last week of July, this year's airshow will be held from July 22 to July 28. The exhibition is held at the Wittman Regional Airport (OSH) every year, which is located in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Aviation enthusiasts from all over the world will fly their aircraft to Oshkosh, Wisconsin , to see a spectacular range of aircraft and airshows.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2024

The government is increasing oversight at Southwest Airlines, after a slew of concerning (and puzzling) safety incidents… Government scrutinizing Southwest’s safety issues The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is currently auditing Southwest Airlines’ safety policies, after several recent close calls. A team of experts and leaders from the airline, unions, and the FAA, are partnering as part of this investigation.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

Japan Airlines has given Airbus another boost of orders with the airline purchasing 20 A350-900 and 11 A321neo aircraft. This was the carriers second order announced at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2024

Qatar Airways is under new management as of the last year, as longtime CEO Akbar Al Baker resigned , and was replaced by Badr Mohammed Al Meer. Al Meer is a breath of fresh air at the airline , not just because he wants to build a better culture for employees , or because he roams the airport on weekends to help people. But I also genuinely love his vision for the airline, and where he wants to take it.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

On Monday, July 22, Cirrus revealed a brand-new limited edition SR series aircraft. This one-of-a-kind SR aircraft will be delivered as the 10,000th SR series aircraft. The unveiling of the limited edition aircraft came on the opening day of this year's EAA AirVenture Oshkosh exhibition and airshow, which takes place at Wittman Regional Airport (OSH) in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2024

Around five years ago, British Airways introduced its Club Suites business class. This represents a massive improvement for the carrier’s long haul business class product. As you’d expect, the challenge when introducing a new business class product is actually rolling it out, and the pandemic didn’t help with that. While newly delivered aircraft have come with the new cabins installed, retrofitting existing planes has been a different story.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

British Airways has introduced an innovative and scenic mode of transportation for its passengers traveling to and from London City Airport (LCY). In collaboration with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, travelers can now enjoy a delightful journey along the River Thames, enhancing their overall travel experience with this unique new offering.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2024

JetBlue is clearly planning some significant capacity cuts in late summer and early fall, to the point that the airline is offering to pay hundreds of pilots to volunteer not to fly. JetBlue’s offer for pilots who volunteer to stay home I recently wrote about how JetBlue is offering flight attendants unpaid leave for the coming months. This comes as the airline plans to reduce its flying schedule for the fall due to industry overcapacity, plus the airline is cutting staffing on some transatlanti

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

In just 20 years, Etihad Airways has gone from a newcomer to a major player in the global aviation industry. As the flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Etihads journey is one of strategic vision, economic ambition, and a commitment to excellence.

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Aviation News

JULY 23, 2024

Farnborough, United Kingdom, 23 July 2024 – Virgin Atlantic has placed a firm order for seven A330neo aircraft as part of its wider fleet transformation.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

On a foggy winter morning in February 2009, Turkish Airlines Flight 1951, using a Boeing 737-800, was on a seemingly routine final approach into Amsterdams Schiphol Airport when it suddenly stalled and fell out of the sky about a mile from the runway. The plane slammed belly-first into a field, killing nine people (including the three pilots) onboard and injuring 120 others.

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Aviation News

JULY 23, 2024

Berniq Airways, Libya’s airline, has placed a firm order with Airbus for six A320neo Family aircraft. The airline already operates six A320s and intends to.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2024

The mid-to-late 2000s were a transformative era for Airbus, marked by significant achievements and notable challenges, and this period played a crucial role in shaping the company's future trajectory, establishing Airbus as a dominant player in the global aerospace industry. Notable developments included advancements in the A320, A330, and A340 (including the 600 series) families, which saw continuous improvements and increased market penetration.

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