Cranky Flier

JULY 1, 2024

Just imagine this. You’re running Southwest Airlines, trying hard to fight off Elliott Investment Management’s desire to fire you and your board chair. It says you’ve missed out on a ton of revenue opportunities, and it’s time to change. What’s the last thing you want to see? Probably a miss on your revenue guidance. So it was last week — the last week of this very quarter — when Southwest announced that its Q2 revenue guidance was too rosy.

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Aerotime

JULY 1, 2024

The CEO of Singapore Airlines, Goh Choon Phong, saw a significant spike in his earnings following the carrier reporting record profits in 2023. According to Bloomberg , the Singapore Airlines boss recorded a 21% increase in his salary for the last financial year compared to 2022. The news outlet said that Phong pocketed a healthy SG8.11 million ($6 million) after he delivered the highest full year operating and net profits in the group’s history.

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AV Web

JULY 1, 2024

A court martial has fined Air Force Maj. Gen. Phillip Stewart $60,000 and confined him to Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas for six months after he flew a C-17 in low level maneuvers following a night of drinking. In the first court martial of its kind, a jury of eight generals, all of whom outranked Stewart, found him guilty of conduct unbecoming an officer and dereliction of duty by “assuming control” of the transport plane at Altus Air Force Base in Oklahoma during a trip in

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Aerotime

JULY 1, 2024

EVE Air Mobility, Embraer’s Nasdaq-listed eVTOL subsidiary, has announced it has raised $94 million in new equity financing. The deal will involve the private placement of 23.5 million new shares of common stock valued at US$4 per share as well as the exchange of some warrants for shares and the issuance of new warrants. The new shares are issued at a considerable discount in relation to the market value of EVE’s shares.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 1, 2024

For years, Italy has been trying to privatize its struggling national carrier. This was the case when Alitalia existed, and it continued to be the case with the new version of the airline, ITA Airways. Since ITA Airways was formed in October 2021, several parties have expressed interested in acquiring the airline. In the spring of 2023, we learned how Lufthansa Group intended to acquire a major stake in ITA Airways.

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Aerotime

JULY 1, 2024

Aer Lingus has stopped one of its pilot benefits as a result of continued industrial action over pay. According to a report by Irish media outlet RTE , the airline has stopped pilots from accessing discounted tickets, a perk which extends to family members, after discussions with the Irish Air Line Pilots’ Association (IALPA) failed to resolve. According to IALPA, an estimated 100 Aer Lingus pilots are based in the UK due to the high cost of living in Ireland and commute to the airline base usin

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

British Airways and the government of the United Kingdom (UK) have been sued by passengers and crew members of a British Airways flight that landed in Kuwait during the Gulf War. The law firm alleged that the airline and government knew that Iraqi armed forces had already overrun the country, which endangered the people onboard flight BA149, which landed at Kuwait International Airport (KWI).

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

Struggling startup New Pacific Airlines is without a CEO, as Rob McKinney announced his departure today. His exit appears to be with immediate effect, and has been said to be down to the fact he does not share the forward vision of the ownership and Chairman.

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Aerotime

JULY 1, 2024

Emirates has revealed the first destinations to be served by its refurbished B777 fleet. From July 1, 2024, the first Emirates Boeing 777 will undergo its nose-to-tail cabin interior retrofitting. According to the airline, the whole process will take approximately two weeks before the aircraft goes back into service. Plans include the refurbishment of the first class cabin, the installation of 38 new business class seats in an updated 1-2-1 seating configuration, in addition to 24 of the latest

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

The 70-year-old Boeing B-52 Stratoforress made its maiden flight in 1952, though it didn't actually enter official operational service with the US Air Force until 1955. Known as the "BUFF" ("Big Ugly Fat Fellow" in polite company and "Big Ugly Fat F*cker" to others), it is more than just the most successful strategic bomber of all time (and more than just one of my Top Two favorite warplanes of all time).

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Aerotime

JULY 1, 2024

WestJet and the Airplane Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) confirmed that strikes spanning three days have ended. In a statement on June 30, 2024, AMFA, which represents WestJet aircraft maintenance engineers, said that it had negotiated a new contract covering the next five years after talks resumed on Sunday. After the latest strike began on June 28, 2024, 680 WestJet engineers downed tools and Canada’s second biggest airline was forced to run a skeleton service with 150 of its 180-stro

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

Airline boarding doors cannot be reopened once closed. Experienced fliers know boarding begins up to an hour before the departure time. Depending on the airline, boarding doors are closed 10 to 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.

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Aerotime

JULY 1, 2024

AirAsia X, the long-haul segment of AirAsia, has announced plans to expand into Africa with the launch of a new route between Malaysia and Narobi, the capital of Kenya. Renowned for its vast wildlife preserves, Kenya is one of the most important landscapes for the protection of the ‘Big Five’ which includes elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos and the African buffalo.

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

Africa has just one in 29 of the worlds flights between July and September. That finding is based on analyzing all schedules everywhere using Cirium data. Africas average service covers 762 nautical miles (1,411 km), slightly below a typical flight globally. But what about the continent's really long routes?

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Aerotime

JULY 1, 2024

Avion Express Brasil, a fully owned subsidiary company of the Avia Solutions Group, has appointed Esteban Jauregui Lorda as its new CEO. Currently in the third phase of the AOC (Air Operator’s Certificate) certification process, Avion Express Brasil plans to commence operations in Q4 of 2024. Avion Express CEO Darius Kajokas states that the company is focused on preparing for operations in Brazil and expanding in the Americas.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 1, 2024

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has become the latest airline to update its employee appearance standards. While I’m sure some people won’t be a fan of this change, personally I’m all for letting people be comfortable and express themselves. SAS updates employee appearance standards As of July 1, 2024, SAS has updated its employee appearance standards, with the new policies applying to all frontline staff, including flight attendants.

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

In terms of airports, the US state of Georgia is perhaps best known for the presence of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL). This was the world's busiest by passenger traffic for more than two decades before COVID-19 hit, and it has since reclaimed this title. However, elsewhere in the state lies another noteworthy airport, namely for the fact that one of its runways contains gravestones.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 1, 2024

Passengers on an Asia-bound British Airways flight on Saturday were in for quite an adventure, as the plane flew for 11 hours, only to end up exactly where it started. British Airways’ 11-hour flight to “nowhere” This incident happened on Saturday, June 29, 2024, and involves British Airways flight BA31 from London (LHR) to Hong Kong (HKG). The flight was operated by a 23-year-old Boeing 777-200ER with the registration code G-YMMI.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 1, 2024

By Nick Chismar Every year during the first full weekend in June, the quiet taxiways and fields around the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum (MAAM) turn into a sea of warbirds and reenactors as World War II Weekend begins. This year’s 33rd Annual World War II Weekend took place June 7th, 8th, and 9th, and the combined near-perfect weather with fantastic air displays alongside endless encampments and reenactors.

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

Japan was one of the main belligerents of World War II. During the war, it produced around 65,000 aircraft of all kinds (although its aircraft production lagged behind the US, UK, Germany, and the USSR). Like the US, Japan lacked a dedicated air force service branch, with the Imperial Army and Navy operating their independent air forces. However, unlike the US, these service branches were locked in rivalries, sometimes bordering on civil war.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 1, 2024

Here’s an airline management shakeup that will surprise absolutely no one, but first a bit of background (since most normal people probably have no clue what airlines I’m talking about)… The basics of Ravn Alaska & New Pacific Airlines For some background, Ravn Alaska is a regional airline in Alaska, which primarily operates turboprops in markets not served by other airlines.

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

Private jets are seen as an inaccessible luxury to most and only for the wealthy or famous. However, things are rapidly changing in the private aviation world and there are more options than ever before to travel by private jet. Now, with first-class seats on the decline in favor of private jet travel, more people are enjoying the advantages of it. In 2022 alone, there was a 14% increase compared to pre-pandemic times according to WingX.

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Jetwhine

JULY 1, 2024

Decades ago, when I learned to fly, it was well-known that a commercial co-pilot/first officer was allowed to occupy the right seat of a transport airplane only if they’d proven themselves subservient enough to understand that the guy in the left seat was perfectly capable of handling the airplane all by himself. Captains believed the FO was only there to check a regulatory box.

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

One of the Wunderwaffen ("Wonder Weapons") of Nazi Germany's Luftwaffe, along with the Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwalbe ("Swallow") jet fighter or the Heinkel He 162 Volksjger ("People's Fighter"), the Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet rocket-powered jet was the fastest aircraft of WWII.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 1, 2024

When the crew of a DC-3 from Western Airlines joined the D-Day Squadron ’s 2024 Legacy Tour, they knew they had a long, challenging journey ahead. But just as they completed the historic Northern Atlantic crossing, thieves broke into their plane and took five Bose aviation headsets. The fleet, which includes 11 vintage WWII-era DC-3s and C-47s from North America and parts of Europe, started its journey on May 18, retracing the “Blue Spruce Route” across the Northern Atlantic on the journey from

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

The Boeing E-3 Sentry is an Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS). These aircraft are based on the 707-320B commercial airliner platform and were introduced into operation in 1977. 68 units were produced between 1977 and 1992. The aircraft are still in service today and are an important part of military operations. The Air Force expects to operate the platform until 2035, when the Boeing E-7A Wedgetail will replace it.

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Airline Economics

JULY 1, 2024

CDB Aviation has delivered the first of three A320neo aircraft to Colorful Guizhou Airlines. “This new partnership with Colorful Guizhou Airlines demonstrates our ongoing commitment to building and cultivating long-term relationships with airlines in all key aviation markets,” commented Jie Chen, CDB Aviation’s chief executive officer.

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

Flying for the first time can give you butterflies in your stomach. After all, you are taking to the skies, and you have no idea what the flight is going to be like. And given that you might be taking a private charter flight , a regular passenger flight, or flying to dangerous airports , there are a range of considerations you need to take into stride to have a wonderful flying experience.

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Flexair

JULY 1, 2024

In the intricate world of aviation, understanding weight and balance concepts is paramount to ensuring safe flights. Weight and balance calculations are essential to maintain optimal performance and prevent catastrophic failures. This guide delves into the key concepts, methodologies, and safety practices related to the weight of the aircraft, helping pilots and aviation professionals master these critical skills.

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

There have been many notable partnerships between sports teams and airlines. Many sports teams have to fly millions of miles , with some teams purchasing a private jet for their travel. But the relationship between carriers and sports teams has gone much further, with sporting venues also being named after carriers. In this article, we will look at the five sporting venues named after airlines.

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AV Web

JULY 1, 2024

Airbus is being paid $559 million to take over an Irish aircraft parts factory as a result of the Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit Aerosystems. Boeing announced Monday it had bought Spirit and the main part of the deal was the Wichita plant it sold to Spirit 20 years ago. The $4.7 billion deal is part of Boeing’s effort to tighten quality control after a series of tragic and embarassing accidents and mishaps.

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

Type ratings are essential certifications that allow pilots to operate specific aircraft types. As aviation technology advances and fleets diversify, pilots often seek multiple types of ratings to expand their versatility and career opportunities.

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Airline Geeks

JULY 1, 2024

The price tag on the merger described by Boeing as an "all-stock transaction" is $4.7 billion, or $37.25 per share, and is expected to close in 2025.

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

Do you hold a ticket for the world's largest low-cost carrier, Southwest Airlines ? Many passengers continued to be intrigued at the boarding gate when they heard the airline's IATA code WN before their corresponding flight number at the airport. This article will answer the question of why the airline chose such a peculiar IATA code at the time of its inception.

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World Airline News

JULY 1, 2024

Rob McKinney, CEO of New Pacific Airways and Ravn Alaska, today announced that he has parted ways with the airline group. The departure comes as he does not share the forward vision of the ownership and Chairman. “It has been an amazing journey to be part of the resurrection of Ravn from bankruptcy and to experience the rare opportunity of launching America’s latest Part 121 airline,” said McKinney. “Our partnership with Boeing and collaborations with other remarkable com

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Simple Flying

JULY 1, 2024

Boston has gained Vienna flights for the first time, with the inaugural service lifting off on July 1 , the day of writing. This is the latest and last new European route from the Massachusetts airport in 2024. It joins Azores Airlines to Funchal and Porto, which began in June; JetBlue to Paris CDG, which started in April; and JetBlue to Dublin, which took off in March.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 1, 2024

Marriott Bonvoy and United MileagePlus have a partnership, offering some reciprocal perks and opportunities. The two programs have just launched a new promotion that incentivizes summer travel, available to select elite members of both programs. This isn’t the most exciting offer on earth, but if eligible, you might as well take advantage of it. Earn bonus rewards with Marriott & United This new promotion is available to Marriott Bonvoy Titanium and Ambassador members, and to United MileageP

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