Aerotime
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Swiss electric aviation startup H55, which is led by adventurer and entrepreneur Andr Borschberg, has entered a commercial partnership with Norwegian electric seaplane developer Elfly Group. The deal, which was announced on December 16, 2024, will see Elfly Group acquiring three units of the pioneering B23 Energic battery-electric aircraft (with options for two more units later on).
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The Airbus A380 was an engineering marvel when it first rolled out in Toulouse, France almost twenty years ago. With its four powerful engines, massive wing, double-deck fuselage, and tail towering 24.1 meters, the A380 is most certainly an impressive sight. It commands attention at destination airports around the world. Yet only 251 aircraft of this type were produced before production ended with the last Super Jumbo being delivered to Emirates in December 2021.
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Aerotime
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Qatar Airways announced that it is set to relaunch its daily flight services from Dohas Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Canberra Airport (CBR). The flights will be operated via Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is about an hours flight away from Canberra, and is a more than 14-hour flight from Doha. Welcome back Canberra! #QatarAirways is proud to announce its daily flight resumption to the capital city of Australia, Canberra, via Melbourne, commencing no later than December 2025.
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Southwest Airlines is currently undergoing some major changes, as the airline tries to improve its financial performance. Among these developments is that Southwest is going from an open seating concept to assigning seats , in hopes of generating more ancillary revenue, plus capturing a wider customer base (for those who dont like Southwests current boarding process).
Aerotime
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Malaysia Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways have announced the reinstatement of their codeshare partnership, enhancing connectivity for customers traveling across Southeast and Central Asia. Under the partnership, Malaysia Airways MH flight code was introduced on the Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) route operated by Uzbekistan Airways, marking its entry into Central Asia.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The pace of change at Air India is relentless, and the best thing for customers is that the airline is making changes that lift the onboard experience, which often leaves the most impression on passengers. Today, the full-service carrier released details of changes coming in 2025 that will see Air India's best aircraft on its key gateways and schedules optimized to enable better global connections.
Aerotime
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Air New Zealand announced it is extending its suspension of flight services to La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) in Noumea until October 2025. The Kiwi flag carrier cited challenges with aircraft and engine availability, along with civil unrest in New Caledonia as the reason for the extended suspension. The airline first announced the suspension of its services to Noumea in early June 2024, advising that it will resume flights to the island country in September 2024.
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AV Web
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Supply chain issues continue to plague commercial aircraft production leading to a record backlog of more than 17,000 planes. And the International Air Transport Association says it isn’t going to get any better soon. IATA said this week the industry make 30 percent fewer airliners than projected in 2024 and projections for 2025 look as bad or even worse.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
With just over two weeks to spare before the end of 2024, Indianapolis International Airport (IND) in the US federal state of Indiana has already been able to confirm that this has been its busiest calendar year of all time. The facility recently served its 10 millionth passenger of the year, with various special events and industry trends having contributed to what is set to end up being a very fruitful 2024.
AV Web
DECEMBER 16, 2024
A total of 14 groups representing a broad range of pilots is asking the FAA to defer a new medical certification policy that could dramatically increase the number of denials issued. As we reported earlier, effective Jan. 1 the agency will deny medicals to pilots whose deferrals are not accompanied by all the required examinations and paperwork. The goal is to streamline the deferral process and reduce wait times but the coalition, of which AOPA, EAA and the Flight School Association of North Am
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 16, 2024
For the next hotel stay of my quick trip to Japan & Korea , I spent a night at the 1,024-room Grand Hyatt Incheon. I was arriving in the evening from Vancouver in Korean Airs 787-10 business class , and was departing midday for Sapporo in Korean Airs A321neo business class , so I didnt have all that much time to enjoy the hotel. This was my first stay at the Grand Hyatt Incheon in around a decade, and I was happy to return.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The Swallow Airplane Company was an early aircraft manufacturer that played a significant role in the development of aviation in the US in the 1920s. It built several models of aircraft in Wichita, Kansas, between 1924 and the early 1930s. These saw use mainly for air mail and pilot training. The company remained operating as a maintenance provider and subcontractor until 1956.
Ask the Pilot
DECEMBER 16, 2024
December 16, 2024 DRONES HAVE BEEN all over the news of late. While I can’t speak to what enemies or other state actors might be behind the ongoing rash of sightings, it gives us a good opportunity to revisit the dangers drones can pose to commercial aircraft. The issue has moved from an “emerging threat,” as I described it not long ago, to an established one.
Air Facts
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Do Crash Videos Make Us Safer Pilots? Air Facts Journal I used to think crash videos made me a safer pilot, now I’m not so sure. Lately, it seems like every time I log onto YouTube, all I get recommended are aviation accident videos. I realize that this is partially my fault since back when I was a student, I watched a lot of them under the belief that these videos would teach me ways to avoid mistakes that others had made thereby making me a better, safer pilot.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
There are plenty of famous planespotting locations worldwide, from Maho Beach in Sint Maarten (SXM) to Myrtle Avenue at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). And they are deserving of their popularity. However, over the years, one site in particular has offered planespotters countless close-ups of aircraft from all over the world - the In-N-Out Burger at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Aviation Bussiness News
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The Romanian airport of Cluj Avram Iancu International has signed a deal to work with tech specialist SITA to improve efficiently and sustainability. The partners said the strategic collaboration will address the pressing technological and environmental challenges facing airports today. A letter of intent was signed last week that paves the way for a range of pilot projects and proof of concept initiatives that will enable the airport to test SITAs solutions.
Inspire
DECEMBER 16, 2024
By Gary Brossett, EAA Lifetime 375866, EAA Chapter 677 President Lola Waldrep, EAA 1399617, soloed a Cessna 172N on November 24, 2024, at Lanett Regional Airport in Alabama. When she opened the airplane door, her instructor asked how it was flying alone for the first time; she said, It was lots of fun! Lola first […] The post Ray Scholar Lola Waldrep Solos first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Aviation Bussiness News
DECEMBER 16, 2024
A new study suggests that improvements to aviation’s IT systems can reduce CO2 emissions The research published by Amadeus and Accenture in a report titled “The Power of Digital: IT solutions and their role in aviations path to net zero” estimates that modern IT solutions reduced CO2 emissions by 50,000 metric tons in 2023. The report evaluates the impact potential of IT solutions currently available to support airlines and airports as they navigate their path to reducing the c
WayMan
DECEMBER 16, 2024
For those passionate about aviation and interested in educating the next generation of pilots, a career as a ground instructor offers a fulfilling path. Ground instructors play a crucial role in the training of aviation students, covering foundational knowledge areas such as aerodynamics, weather, navigation, and regulations. If youre considering this rewarding career, understanding the requirements and value of a ground instructor license is essential.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The routes travel to Japan, South Korea, and Brazil.
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 16, 2024
When traveling by air, there are lots of things that can contribute to a great travel experience. One of those things is inflight entertainment, since its otherwise easy to get bored when flying. In this post I thought it would be fun to take a look at the airlines that offer the best inflight entertainment. What makes for good inflight entertainment Airlines have come a long way on the inflight entertainment and connectivity front.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The Embraer Phenom 300 has become a cornerstone of the private jet market, earning its place as one of the most flown aircraft in 2024. Known for its performance, comfort, and reliability, the Phenom 300 continues to set benchmarks in the light jet category. In this guide, we explore what makes the Embraer Phenom 300 a top choice for private aviation, examining its history, technical prowess, and market dominance.
Airline Geeks
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The ultra-low-cost carrier which filed for bankruptcy protection in November has aggressively scaled back capacity into 2025.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Both men were taken into custody over the weekend.
Aviation News
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Embraer, will showcase its portfolio of defense aircraft and solutions, including the C-390 Millennium multi-mission military transport aircraft and the A-29 Super Tucano light attack,
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Lockheed 's Starfighter was beloved and feared fighter jet capable of awesome speed but sometimes fatally sensitive to the mistakes of its pilots. It served the US Air Force and many allied air forces around the globe decades after its debut in 1954. Designed for high-speed conventional conflict, the F-104 was made to go supersonic and take out enemy jets or bombers before they could hit their targets.
Airline Geeks
DECEMBER 16, 2024
major airport that eschews this rule is Los Angeles, where the biggest carrier is Delta with 24% of domestic flights and 20% of international connections.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has finalized rules requiring aircraft repair stations outside the US to conduct drug and alcohol testing for employees performing safety-critical roles. It is estimated, according to Reuters , that the ruling will affect more than 970 aircraft repair stations in 66 countries worldwide.
Airline Geeks
DECEMBER 16, 2024
United is set to end service to an Idaho airport early next year. The Chicago-based airline has served the airport since 2021.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Turkey appears to be moving towards purchasing the European Eurofighter Typhoon. This is part of a much larger picture in which Turkey is trying to massively upgrade its existing fighter jet fleet. Turkey remains expelled from the fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II fighter jet program , is purchasing new F-16 Block 70s from the United States, is upgrading many of its aging F16s, and is developing its own fighter jet called the KAAN.
AV Web
DECEMBER 16, 2024
An Australian pilot has been convicted of criminal charges in a fatal crash after his forced landing attempt went wrong. According to the BBC , Leslie Woodall was flying a Cessna 172N with three passengers over the Great Barrier Reef in 2017 when the engine quit. He told court he tried to turn the plane around to a landing spot on a beach behind them rather than ditch because the water was deep and infested with bull sharks.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
SkyTeam carrier Delta Air Lines is boosting its flights to Brazil this winter as part of its ongoing partnership with LATAM. Beginning on Friday, the carrier's daily link from New York City to Rio de Janeiro will return for another season on Delta's long-haul aircraft.
Airline Geeks
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Tanzanias flag carrier has found its way up on the E.U.s air safety list. The news comes despite the fact that the airline currently doesnt fly to any European Union member state destinations. Like the U.K. and U.S.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) has initiated their newly commissioned C-130J-30 Super Hercules with a flight to one of the most extreme operating environments on earth. The shiny new bird built by Lockheed Martin undertook a resupply mission to Scott Base and McMurdo Station in Antarctica. The airlift to the frozen continent went off without a hitch.
Altitudes Magazine
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Lufthansa Technik has won two prestigious Red Dot Design Awards for its Omni-Fi sound experience, and CelestialSTAR VIP design concept for the BBJ 777-9.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Delta used to fly to Dubai but cut its service in 2016.
All Plane
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Guest post by Dr Rachel Gavey and Nikhil Patil, of sustain:able and Mike Evans, Co-Founder of Herdwick , discussing whether guilt-free travel is achievable as well as the challenge of Sustainable Aviation Fuels, which the aviation sector, as a hard to abate industry, will have to grapple with. The aviation sector is a hard-to-abate industry for decarbonisation and will remain essential for the global economy.
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