Aerotime

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The Airbus A350 is becoming a common sight at international airports as airlines build up their fleets of the efficient widebody aircraft. But only one nation so far has picked the aircraft as its VIP transport – Germany. Used for transportation of high-ranking government officials, the three Airbus A350s owned by the Bundeswehr are the German equivalent of the iconic Air Force One, as it is in the US.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

2024 is now over, and the divide between US plane maker Boeing and its rival, European Airbus , has been made clear in the total number of aircraft ordered and delivered up until the end of November 2024.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 31, 2024

A team of investigators from the US government and Boeing have arrived at the site of the Jeju Air crash at Muan International Airport (MWX) to participate in the investigation into the accident, Yonhap News, a South Korean news agency, reported. Starting from December 31, 2024, US investigators will join South Korea’s Aviation and Railway Accident Investigation Board (ARAIB) at the crash site of the accident.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Post-pandemic air travel has bounced back in China over the past few years. The country expects to set a record high of over 700 million passengers transported in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic levels and representing a 14% increase over the previous year. This level of growth puts it on track to exceed 1 billion annual passengers by the end of the decade.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 31, 2024

A private jet carrying the Gonzaga University mens basketball team nearly collided with another aircraft that was taking off at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). On December 27, 2024, at around 16:30 local time, air traffic controllers instructed the chartered Embraer E135 jet, operated by Key Lime Air, to stop before crossing runway 24L at LAX, because Delta flight 471 was taking off from that runway at the time, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has fined Lufthansa $220,000 and SWISS $200,000 for operating United Airlines codeshare flights in regions where a Federal Aviation Administration had issued a flight prohibition for US carriers. The DOT ordered the airlines to cease and desist from future similar violations. This year, the DOT issued multiple fines totaling $2.9 million to international carriers for violations of airspace prohibitions.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) announced that a cabin crew member who was taken to hospital after a flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Austria when smoke filled the cockpit and cabin, has died. The airline made the announcement on December 30, 2024, stating that the young colleague died in the hospital in Graz, Austria. We are devastated at our dear colleagues death, said Jens Fehlinger, CEO of SWISS.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Emirates has confirmed that Kuwait and Bahrain will be the second and third destinations for its brand-new Airbus A350-900 from January 8, 2024. The first Emirates Airbus A350 flight is scheduled for January 3, 2024, when the aircraft departs Dubai International Airport (DXB) for Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Scotland. Emirates has previously announced that Bahrain, Muscat and Kuwait, Lyon and Bologna in Europe, and Colombo, Mumbai and Ahmedabad in West Asia would be among the A350s first destinati

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Airlines Airline 293

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

A United Airlines flight recently suffered a significant delay, leading to turmoil from frustrated passengers and an unfortunate memory in the books. While the typical journey from Houston to San Jos, Costa Rica, takes about three and a half hours, the flight sat on the tarmac for the entire duration and more.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 31, 2024

In an open letter to its customers the United States (US) regional airline Silver Airways has announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. In the letter dated December 30, 2024, Silver Airways said it was initiating Chapter 11 proceedings to ensure a sustainable future for our company. The airline, which operates between gateways in Florida, the southeast and The Bahamas, voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 protection in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Flor

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Passengers onboard a Hawaiian Airlines flight from Seattle to Honolulu turned around shortly after takeoff on December 30 due to reports of fumes surfacing in the cockpit.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 31, 2024

It was 1954 when the first bubbles appeared in an aircraft cabin. Californias Western Airlines, in partnership with the US winemaker Italian Swiss Colony, introduced a local sparkling wine on board in a bid to draw passengers away from the competition. Fast forward 70 years and luxury French champagnes are a staple of the premium cabin. But is drinking champagne any different when you are on a plane?

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

A SWISS flight attendant has passed away a week after working on a flight that made an emergency landing due to smoke in the cabin. The unnamed flight attendant was admitted to intensive care following the incident and sadly did not recover.

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Alaska Air

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Its been a big year! We joined forces with Hawaiian Airlines, expanded our global network, made strides in sustainability, enhanced the travel experience with premium perks, and supported the communities where we live, work, and fly. The post A Look Back at 2024 with Alaska Airlines appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Dubai-based aviation giant Emirates has revealed it will launch regularly scheduled short-haul Airbus A350 flights sooner than expected, with flights to Kuwait and Bahrain due to start next Wednesday, January 8th. The airline already operated a test flight with the type to Bahrain on Saturday, and to Kuwait earlier today.

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Airlines Airline 119

One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Last week, a SWISS flight had an emergency landing, leaving a flight attendant hospitalized and in critical condition. Theres now a tragic update, as that flight attendant has passed away. 2024 sure isnt ending on a good note when it comes to aviation safety SWISS A220 diverts to Graz due to smoke onboard This incident happened on Monday, December 23, 2024, and involves SWISS flight LX1885, scheduled to operate from Bucharest, Romania (OTP), to Zurich, Switzerland (ZRH).

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The Boeing B-29 Superfortress is undeniably one of the most iconic aircraft of the WWI, with its four-engine configuration and unique cockpit design. As the aircraft that delivered the nuclear weapons "Little Boy" and "Fat Man" on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which remain the only two times nuclear bombs have ever been deployed in combat , it is impossible to argue that the B-29 did not play a crucial role during this period.

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Cockpit 122

Airline Geeks

DECEMBER 31, 2024

As air travel continued to creep toward or in some cases exceeded pre-pandemic levels, the industry was faced with new challenges.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The heritage of British Aerospace is a star studded line-up of iconic aircraft from the hero of the Battle of Britain, the Spitfire, to the ground-breaking Harrier jump-jet, the family tree is chock-a-block, filled with iconic aircraft. The allure of British Aerospace Bae s legendary warbirds is as strong as ever, captivating enthusiasts and showcasing Britains enduring legacy of aviation excellence.

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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Regional airline Silver Airways has just filed for bankruptcy protection. While details about the companys financial performance are largely private, I dont think anyone who was has been following the airline will be surprised by this development. Silver Airways plans Chapter 11 restructuring Silver Airways has announced that its filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

This Christmas Day marked the 50th anniversary of Cyclone Tracy, a destructive cyclone that battered the Tiwi Islands and Darwin in the Northern Territory of Australia. With many scrambling for shelter, 66 people lost their lives. Qantas , Australia's flag carrier, played an instrumental part in evacuating thousands of affected residents following the aftermath of the cyclone.

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AV Web

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Light Sport manufacturer Flight Design has filed for insolvency in Germany saying it’s run out of cash because a major customer hasn’t paid its bill. The company announced the move with a notice on its Web site on Dec.14. “The insolvency application became necessary because, on the one hand, an international customer has not yet paid undisputed claims in the mid-six-figure range and another payment in the mid-six-figure range was also delayed,” the Web site notice said.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Airbus confirmed that Emirates currently has 65 Airbus A350-900s on order. The airline was originally expected to begin receiving these aircraft in August 2024. However, due to production delays, the first A350-900 was not delivered to Emirates until the end of November 2024.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 31, 2024

2024 has been another great year for vintage aviation, with many significant events and first flights. We at Vintage Aviation News have endeavored to keep our readers informed of as many developments as possible, with exclusive reports of significant milestones in the warbird, vintage, and aviation museum community. Although we couldnt cover everything, it has been a remarkable year of growth for us here, too, culminating with a record 5.1 million unique visitors to our website from all over the

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

It should go without saying, but a major part of developing an independent fighter jet program is also being able to locally design and produce the engines (these are kinda important). However, this is something China has long struggled with. It's only comparatively recently started to produce its own engines for its fighter jets. How powerful these engines are is unclear.

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AV Web

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Baykar, a Turkish aviation company specializing in unmanned aircraft, has received approval from the Italian Ministry of Enterprises to acquire Piaggio Aerospace, manufacturer of the P.180 Avanti turboprop pusher twin. Piaggios corporate lineage dates back to 1884 as an early motor vehicle manufacturer. The company produced its first aircraft in 1915.

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Tail 92

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

American Airlines passengers destined for Boston found themselves in Pittsburg after the Embraer E175 aircraft was allegedly struck by lightning.

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Northstar VFR

DECEMBER 31, 2024

By Leslie Caubble, CFI/IGI What are you going to do with the 365 days youve been given in 2025? Many people start the new year with the goal of becoming a pilot. There are many reasons why: the fascination of flight, a career change, traveling for business or adventure, and the feeling of accomplishment. You may be one of those people with the goal of becoming a pilot in 2025, but youre not sure what it all entails or where to begin.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Passengers onboard a domestic Air New Zealand flight on Sunday, December 29, were diverted back to Christchurch after encountering engine troubles.

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Aviation News

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Volocopter, the German electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) pioneer, has filed for insolvency as it faces mounting financial difficulties. The move marks a significant.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

In September, the Lufthansa Group announced that it would be expanding its Airbus A220 wet-lease agreement with airBaltic , that sees the Riga-based carrier offering its aircraft across the airline groups network.

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Aviation News

DECEMBER 31, 2024

In a decisive move to enhance aviation safety, South Korea has ordered immediate inspections of airline operations nationwide following a recent Jeju Air crash. The.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

British Airways unveiled its brand-new First seat, which will be part of the airline's iconic Airbus A380s retrofit.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 31, 2024

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history and historic military aircraft in particular. He has a particular penchant for documenting specific airframes with a highly detailed series of walk-around images and an in-depth exploration of their history, which have proved to be popular with many of those who have seen them, and we thought our readers would be equally fascinated too.

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Pilot 72

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Officials are inspecting the black boxes recovered from the wreckage of Jeju Air flight 7C2216 and have promised to release updates as soon as possible. The Boeing 737-800 is believed to have suffered a bird strike, but the exact circumstances surrounding its belly landing and subsequent destruction are unclear.

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Aviation News

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Embraer signed today a contract for the sale of four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft to an undisclosed customer in Africa.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is one of the world's busiest international airports, processing more than 58 million passengers last year.

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