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LATAM Boeing 777 suffers tailstrike on departure from Milan, makes safe return  

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A LATAM Airlines Boeing 777-300 has suffered a tailstrike as it departed from Milan Airport. Having continued with the takeoff, the aircraft continued its climb-out and dumped fuel before making a safe return to the airport 70 minutes later. The flight involved in the incident was LATAM Brasil flight LA8073 which departed Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) in Italy on July 9, 2024.

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Fiji Airways To Launch Airbus A350 Flight Service To Dallas/Fort Worth

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Fiji Airways is making further inroads into the United States and has applied for a new route from Nadi International Airport (NAN) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The airline already flies to a bunch of destinations in North America, and once approved, the Dallas service will be its longest.

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China Southern Airlines and Malaysia Airlines expand codeshare flights

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China Southern Airlines and Malaysia Airlines have announced that they are expanding their codeshare flights, with the aim of strengthening connectivity and enabling more diversified travel options between the two countries. In a press release, Malaysia Airlines said the codeshare flights include Guangzhou-Penang (CAN-PEN), Kuala Lumpur-Beijing Daxing (KUL-PKX) and Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai Pudong (KUL-PVG), beginning July 10, 2024.

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The World's 10 Longest Airbus A380 Flights Not Operated By Emirates

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Think the Airbus A380 , think Emirates. Of course, the Middle East giant massively dominates any discussion of the double-decker quadjet. After all, it has by far the largest fleet and the most flights and routes, operates many of the longer legs, and had the shortest service recently. Its supremacy means other operators All Nippon, Asiana, British Airways, Etihad, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Qantas, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines inevitably get less attention.

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Lufthansa Innovation Hub identifies top cities for Advanced Air Mobility launch

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AeroTime is pleased to partner with Lufthansa Innovation Hub’s TNMT newsletter to feature guest content on our website. This collaboration aims to regularly deliver insightful articles and analyses, focusing on the latest advancements and trends in the aviation industry. Lufthansa Innovation Hub, in collaboration with V2AIR, Roland Berger, and Unisphere, has released a comprehensive report identifying the most viable global cities for launching Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operations.

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Why Is Singapore Changi Known As The Airport That Never Sleeps?

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Singapore Changi Airport, often hailed as one of the world's best airports, is renowned for its seamless operations, state-of-the-art facilities , and tireless dedication to providing an exceptional passenger experience. This reputation has earned the hub the nickname "The Airport That Never Sleeps." Let's find out why Changi Airport operates around the clock, ensuring every traveler's smooth and enjoyable experience.

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Joby completes record-breaking 523-mile hydrogen-electric eVTOL flight 

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Joby Aviation announced that it has successfully completed a 523-mile flight powered by a hydrogen-electric propulsion syste m. The Californian company has claimed that the flight is the first instance of a forward-moving flight to be completed using a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft powered by liquid hydrogen. This is quite a remarkable development since, until recently, Joby was focused on the development of its battery-powered 100% electric eVTOL.

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Textron delivers first new Cessna SkyCourier passenger and cargo combi plane  

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Textron Aviation has delivered its first new Cessna SkyCourier passenger and cargo combi plane just two months after the utility turboprop was approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Cessna SkyCourier twin-engine aircraft is equipped with a combi interior conversion option that means passengers and cargo can now be flown at the same time on the aircraft type.

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Vietnam Airlines Makes Dramatic U-Turn From Bust To Best Airline Stock

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Vietnam Airlines has become one of the best-performing airline stocks this year, with the airlines turnaround resulting in a massive rally year-to-date (YTD). Yet the stocks low baseline has meant that Vietnam Airlines still has a relatively low market capitalization, especially when compared to its global peers.

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London Heathrow sees busiest ever day in June 2024 handling 268,000 passengers

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London-Heathrow Airport (LHR) saw its busiest day in June 2024 as the airport stayed on course to handle more passengers in 2024 than ever before. 7.4 million people traveled through the airport in June 2024 in total, with the airport experiencing its busiest day ever on June 30,2024, serving over 268,000 passengers as the UK school summer holiday rush got underway.

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Airlines Suspend Flights In Mali Due To Aviation Fuel Shortage

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Airlines serving Bamako Modibo Keita International Airport (BKO) in Mali have been forced to cancel or divert flights over the last two days due to jet fuel shortages at the airport. The situation is expected to remain the same until July 15, 2024.

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Lilium reported to have closed 100 aircraft order from Saudia: Reuters 

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German eVTOL developer Lilium is likely to announce an order from Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, Saudia, for 100 of its Lilium Jet eVTOLs, according to a Reuters report. Quoting unnamed sources close to the company, Reuters explained that the announcement will be made on July 18, 2024, during a press conference that will take place at Lilium’s facilities near Munich.

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Joby Stretches The Legs Of Its Hydrogen-Electric Variant To 523 Miles

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Joby announced earlier this week it has successfully completed a 523-mile flight of its hydrogen-electric concept aircraft. The flight occurred on June 24 over Marina, California, and included vertical takeoff and landing capability. The hydrogen-electric variant of Joby’s electric vertical takeoff and land (eVTOL) aircraft is designed as a complement to the fully electric version, which has much shorter range and is envisioned as an urban transport.

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Hungary to expand Budapest Airport with third terminal

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Hungary is set to construct a third terminal at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) and develop its road and rail links to the capital, Economy Minister Marton Nagy announced during a press conference on July 9, 2024. The third terminal, along with the construction of new transport connections, will be built by 2032 at the earliest. It is estimated that the work will cost about €2 billion ($2.2 billion).

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JetBlue Faces $1.5M Lawsuit Over Hot Water Burn Incident

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A passenger is suing JetBlue for $1.5 million after allegedly being left with "disfiguring burns" when hot water was spilled on her as the cabin crew carried out the inflight service during turbulence. The passenger in question, Tahjana Lewis, is suing the airline for damages for personal injuries.

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Vietnam Airlines’ share value soars, becomes best-performing airline stock  

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Vietnam’s national carrier Vietnam Airlines has reportedly seen a remarkable turnaround in its fortunes in the past 12 months and is looking positively to the future, says one of the airline’s main institutional investors. From being on the verge of bankruptcy just a few months ago, shares in the carrier are now outperforming every other airline in the world, according to market analysts.

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JetBlue And United Airlines Are At It Again With Latest Heated DOT Dispute

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JetBlue and United Airlines counsels have publicly fired shots at each other once again, this time over the latest beyond-perimeter slot allocation at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The two airlines previously squabbled over an Essential Air Service (EAS) contract at Presque Isle Northern Maine Airport (PQI).

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German startup Vaeridion to develop new electric battery lab

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Munich-based aircraft manufacturer Vaeridion has opened its electric battery development lab, located at the Bosch Collaboration Campus in Holzkirchen, Germany, where it will build safe-to-fly batteries for commercial passenger aircraft. The lab is designed for all specific manufacturing steps from single battery cells up to fully integrated battery modules.

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Fiji Airways Plans Nadi To Dallas Flights With Airbus A350

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Fiji Airways has revealed plans to launch its longest route yet, and I don’t think the destination will surprise anyone. Fiji Airways plans service to new US destination Fiji Airways has filed with the United States Department of Transportation (DOT), requesting permission to launch a new nonstop route between Nadi (NAN) and Dallas Ft. Worth (DFW). The new route is expected to be operated 3x weekly, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, in both directions, though an exact schedule hasn’t yet be

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5 Fast Facts On The 4 C-130 Hercules Variants Used By The US Air Force

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The Lockheed C-130 Hercules is a four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft designed and developed in the late 1940s. More than seventy years after the first prototype took flight, the C-130 remains in production. The United States Air Force uses four different variants of the aircraft, serving a range of military and humanitarian operations.

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Delta Reports Record Revenue, Lagging Profits: Uh Oh?

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Delta Air Lines is the world’s most profitable airline, and the airline very much sets the standard when it comes to financial performance in the industry. Delta has just become the first US airline to report its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, and the company’s stock is tumbling following this update. Delta disappoints investors with financial results You can always tell how good an airline’s financial results are based on the first bullet point in the press release about the

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Emirates Wheels: A Brief Guide To The UAE Flag Carrier's Car Transportation Service

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With the largest fleet of Airbus A380s on the planet, Emirates is profoundly known worldwide as an airline that has revolutionized our travel and brought billions into the Dubai economy. Emirates serves 137 destinations worldwide and is one of two flag carriers in the United Arab Emirates, with Etihad being the other based in Abu Dhabi. From Emirates home at Dubai International Airport (DXB), the carrier is owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, which the Dubai government owns.

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American 737 Rejects Takeoff At High Speed Due To Burst Tires

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An American Airlines jet had a pretty dramatic rejected takeoff at Tampa Airport, and it makes for a great video… American 737 deals with burst tires on takeoff This incident happened yesterday (Wednesday, July 10, 2024), and involves American Airlines flight AA590, scheduled to fly from Tampa (TPA) to Phoenix (PHX). The flight was operated by a 25-year-old Boeing 737-800 with the registration code N908AN.

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Is It Cheaper To Charter A Private Plane Or A Helicopter?

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Which is cheaper, chartering a helicopter or a private plane ? Let's start by deconstructing the question. Both flying machines transport VVIPs and Ultra-High-Net-Worth individuals from point A to point B. However, they have very different use cases and are not as similar as one may initially think. To better understand, we will divide this story into two: What are helicopters used for, and how much do they cost?

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IHG Premier Card Five Free Nights Bonus Offer (Best-Ever)

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Link: Apply for the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card with the five free nights offer The $99 annual fee IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card is a popular Chase credit card that I think is worth holding onto long term, thanks to the great perks that it offers. If you’ve been considering applying for this card, we’ve just seen an incredible new bonus rolled out, which is the best we’ve ever seen, by far.

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Full Operational Capability: What Is It & Why Is It Important For Military Planes?

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Modern-day aviation being the technology-driven field that it is, articles and books on the topic tend to be filled with technical jargon and acronyms, especially (though certainly not only) on the military side of the proverbial fence, as any fan of the works of Tom Clancy (gone but not forgotten) can attest.

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LATAM Boeing 777 Suffers Tail Strike During Milan Takeoff

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A LATAM jet departing Italy for Brazil suffered a tail strike on takeoff, in what can only be described as a rather strange incident, as reported by The Aviation Herald. LATAM 777 returns to Milan following takeoff tail strike This incident happened on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, and involves LATAM flight LA8073, scheduled to operate from Milan, Italy (MXP), to Sao Paulo, Brazil (GRU).

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Skiplagging: What It Is, And Why It's Controversial

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Money is a finite resource, so, when it comes to air travel, catching a seat sale can be tricky, especially when travel dates are fixed. Skiplagging is one particular practice that enables travelers to get from point A to point B for "less than the going rate." However, doing so is controversial and most certainly frowned upon by airlines. Let's look at this practice and why airlines hate it.

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New York Bans Single-Use Hotel Toiletries

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In recent years we’ve seen a trend whereby many hotels have transitioned from single-use toiletries to reusable ones. For example, most of the major global groups now have policies requiring properties to only offer guests reusable toiletries. Officially this is being done as an environmental initiative, though of course there’s also an element of cost savings associated with it.

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Across The Border: Examining Air Canada's Longest US-Bound Routes

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Air Canada , the flag carrier and largest airline of Canada, operates an extensive network of flights across North America. Among its many routes are services that connect Canadian cities with destinations in the United States. In this article, we will look at Air Canada's five longest (by distance) US-bound routes.

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Textron Delivers First Combi-Configured SkyCourier

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Textron Aviation announced yesterday it has delivered the first Cessna SkyCourier configured with the factory Combi interior. Everts Air, a part 135/121 operator based in Alaska, accepted the utility turboprop twin to serve its passenger, cargo and charter customers throughout the state. Everts also operates throughout North, Central, and South America as well as in the Caribbean region.

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Delta Air Lines Sees $2.3 Billion Income Q2 & Operating Margin Of 14.7%

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Delta Air Lines has announced its latest Q2 2024 results, delivering record-breaking Q2 revenues and a net profit. However, year-on-year (YoY), its quarterly net profit plummeted by nearly 11%, with cost growth eclipsing revenue increases compared to the same quarter a year prior.

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Sun Country Could Lose Its Only EAS Contract

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The airline now faces the loss of its only Essential Air Service (EAS) contract after a recent vote by the Chippewa Valley airport commission.

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The Dangers Of Sharing Pictures Of Boarding Passes Online

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In the age of social media, our lives are often lived in public, from pre-trip selfies to picturesque vacation snapshots. Air travel stories, shorts, threads, and vlogs are common on social media. A seemingly innocent photo of your boarding pass can expose you to various cybersecurity risks that many travelers remain unaware of.

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Fiji Airways Plans New U.S. Route

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Fiji Airways has recently announced its plans to launch a new nonstop route from Nadi to Dallas/Fort Worth as it looks to become a full oneworld member.

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Why Have Single-Pilot Operations Become Such A Hot Topic In Aviation Safety?

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Some private jets that are operated under Part 91 or Part 135 regulations set by the Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) can be flown by a single pilot. Commercial flights that are operated under Part 121, on the other hand, require two pilots. Having two pilots, in addition to ensuring safety in case a pilot gets incapacitated, reduces the workload of a pilot.

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Wow: Chase Ink Preferred Card Best-Ever 120K Bonus Points Offer

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Link: Apply now for the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card with 120K bonus points The Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card is one of the best business credit cards out there. While this card has long had a generous welcome bonus, we’ve just seen this improved even more. If you don’t yet have this card and are eligible, this is a fantastic time to apply.

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