Aerotime

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A Learjet 35A business jet has suffered a runway excursion while landing at Scottsdale Airport (SDL) close to Phoenix, Arizona. According to reports, the aircraft experienced a main landing gear failure on touch-down, leading to the aircraft departing the paved runway surface and colliding with a parked Gulfstream G200 aircraft. One person is reported to have died in the collision, with four others injured.

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Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Sam Lilley posthumously received the title of captain, PSA Airlines said Sunday. He was one of the four airline crew members killed on board flight 5342.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) announced that it has welcomed Air New Zealand to be its latest airline member. We are delighted that Air New Zealand is joining AAPA. Air New Zealands important role in connecting New Zealand to the world and its strong international outlook will reinforce the collective advocacy of airlines in the Asia Pacific region in areas such as sustainability, supply chain recovery and smooth cross border travel, Subhas Menon, Director General of AAPA said

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The US has a new long-haul airline. This downplays its strangeness. As the carrier ( Arkia ) has no widebody aircraft, it leases equipment specifically for this route. And it's in an all-economy, high capacity, 388-seat layout.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

FL Technics, a globally recognized provider ofaviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) solutions, continues its strategic growth in the Middle East region. This year, its subsidiary FL Technics LLC has commenced fleet support for a new client, UAE-based airline Fly Vaayu, which operates in the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and beyond. “The expansion in the Middle East is a strategic move by FL Technics that demonstrates the importance of the Middle East as a growing aviation

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Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Dubai-based carrier Emirates could see its first Boeing 777X deliveries delayed for another one to two years, per a recent report.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Aviation Festival Asia (AFA) returns for its biggest year yet, bringing industry decision makers together to explore the cutting-edge of digital transformation. This year, AFA is reimagining the way attendees engage with the event. 2025 will feature a streamlined agenda of targeted tracks and an expanded range of interactive formats including roundtables, networking opportunities, and the highly anticipated start up pitch competition.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Towards the end of last week, Airbus revealed the first pictures of SWISS International Air Lines' first Airbus A350 during the aircraft's production in Toulouse.

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Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

An Airbus A320 will operate the route with up to 1,440 total seats per week. Avianca currently flies between Dallas/Fort Worth and San Salvador.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In an update to investors dated January 21st, 2025, United Airlines laid out its fleet plan for the year. While most of this information is nothing new, it at least gives us confirmation that nothing has changed drastically in recent months. What will be interesting to see is if Boeing and Airbus can deliver new aircraft per Uniteds latest expectations.

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Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Ultra-low-cost carriers will be the primary users of the new facility. Avports leaders have said theres been an incredible amount of interest.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Kalitta Air is a US-based cargo airline that operates cargo charter services using a fleet of 29 widebody aircraft. The companys founder, Conrad (Connie) Kalitta, operates the international scheduled and cargo services under the call sign Connie. Founded in November 2000 with three Boeing 747 aircraft, the airline is headquartered at Willow Run Airport, Ypsilanti Township in Michigan.

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Air Facts

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Who is the pilot in command of your aircraft? Air Facts Journal The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft. FAR 91.3 is one of the simplest and best known federal aviation regulations, and it clearly defines the most essential job as a pilot: to be the boss for the entire flight.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) rules when complaining about an airline that operates to and from the United States of America, USA and airlines flying domestic routes within the USA. These rules are clearly defined to help passengers make complaints about an airline, guiding them on how to complain and how an airline should respond to their complaint.

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AV Web

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Thanks to some forecast weather, the Philippine Mars headed straight to Arizona today from San Francisco rather than flying to San Diego for some public appearances and media flights. The aircraft landed on Lake Pleasant, near Phoenix, about 3 p.m. It will be hauled up on shore and partly disassembled before being trucked to the Pima Air and Space Museum in Tucson.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A unique F-35 Lightning II has picked up the moniker 'Franken-Lighting', emerging from a program to repair mishap aircraft. This aircraft combines two badly damaged F-35s into a new and operational aircraft.

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Aviation Bussiness News

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

U.S domestic carrier JetBlue has moved further away from its LCC roots with a new travel class, offering extra legroom and dedicated overhead locker space, as well as F&B offerings and an expanded IFE service. READ: Bucher and JetBlue to collaborate on cabin elements Passengers travelling in ‘EvenMore’, the airline’s equivalent to premium economy, can now enjoy complementary beer, wine and spirits during their medium-haul flight over 250 miles.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

British Airways has continued to adjust its network from/to the United States, with adjustments including aircraft switches and reductions in the number of weekly itineraries flown across the Atlantic Ocean.

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AV Web

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

At least one person was killed and at least three others injured when a Lear 35 left a runway and collided with a Gulfstream 200 business jet on the ramp at Scottsdale Air Park on Monday. The Lear was rolling out after landing when it crossed an infield and collided with the parked Westwind. An airport spokesman told local media the left main gear collapsed before the runway excursion.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The National Transportation Safety Board ( NTSB ) has continued its recovery efforts to find the various pieces and parts from the two aircraft that collided near Washington Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) on January 29.

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Aviation Bussiness News

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Charter and organ air transport company, Eagle Air has announced the acquisition of a third Cessna Citation CJ2 jet. the additional aircraft will be used for transporting medical staff as well as human tissue. Eagle Air has said that its decision to expand the fleet follows rival operator GrandView’s exit from the market, as that company has refocussed on its charter business following acquisition by WheelsUp.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The USAF aircraft maintenance program is downsizing the number of job specialties from 50+ to seven.

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Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Divers from the Federal Bureau of Investigation are searching several underwater targets in the Potomac River for remaining aircraft debris.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In a significant development, Denver International Airport will welcome its first-ever scheduled Airbus A380 flights this year! This is because Lufthansa will deploy the 509-seat double-decker quadjet from its Munich hub this summer. We examine the German airlines plan for todays video!

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A biennial flight review guide is more than a regulatory requirementits a crucial opportunity for pilots to refresh skills and stay sharp. The FAA mandates a review every 24 months, ensuring pilots remain proficient in regulations, safety procedures, and flight maneuvers. This process includes at least one hour of ground instruction and one hour of flight training with an instructor.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Diamond D-Jet was a bold attempt by Austrian manufacturer Diamond Aircraft to enter the very light jet (VLJ) market, a sector that saw significant interest in the early 2000s. With a sleek design and an ambitious goal to offer jet-powered efficiency at a fraction of the cost of traditional business jets, the D-Jet promised to revolutionize private aviation.

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Northstar VFR

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

By Leslie Caubble, CFI/IGI Youre walking through the airport terminal and see the airline pilots strolling by with a Starbucks in hand and rollaboards in tow. You might think to yourself, Wow, thats the life! We have mental images of pilots making loads of money, traveling the world, hopping to island getaways with on their travel benefits, showered by the admiration and respect of their passengers and crew, and returning home from a trip to a happy family.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

That did not take long. Despite Turkish Airlines only inaugurating Sydney flights on November 29, 2024 , they will be increased to daily in early January 2026. As it is so far away, things could change again.

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Aviation News

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

EASA certification comes after FAA and ANAC approval in 2024 So Jos dos Campos, Brazil, 10 February 2025 Embraers E-Freighter, the E190F, is fully certified.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A staple mission of the United States Navy is freedom of navigation operations and just this week, the USS America (LHA-6) has been patrolling the Philippine Sea along with its Amphibious Ready Group (ARG). The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) is embarked aboard the America-class amphibious assault ship, commonly referred to as a big deck.

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Welcome to my trip report on Solaseed Air! Solaseed Air operates a fleet of 14 Boeing 737-800 aircraft. If you are lucky, you might fly one of the airline's aircraft painted in the Pokemon special livery. (Photo: Kazuchika Naya) Introduction Since I was staying 4 days in Okinawa, I decided to do a couple of days of joyrides with the domestic Japanese airlines but later on, I had to change my plans and stick to a day of flying and that gave me more time to explore the city.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range private jet by the Canadian manufacturer Bombardier. It is the largest purpose-built business jet in the world and features an ensuite bedroom with a double bed, a theater or conference room, a meeting space, and a large dining area. The aircraft could be seen as an extension of the home for the mega-rich and even a fourteen-hour flight could be perceived as comfortable on the Global 7500.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

For more detailed information on specific destinations and regulations within Mexico, please visit our articles on: Mexico Business Aviation Destination Guide Mexico City Business Aviation Destination Guide Mexico Permits Operating to Mexico During Spring Break Mexico Winter Ramp Inspection Uptick Mexico SENEAM Fees Hidden Compliance Dangers of Operating in Mexico Additional Documentation Requirements for Permit Approvals in Mexico With a metro-area population of more than 21 million people, Mex

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is a major Florida airport serving the Southwest Florida region, including Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Naples-Marco Island, and Punta Gorda. It is the second-busiest single-runway airport in the US, behind San Diego International Airport (SAN). Last year, RSW served over 11 million passengers, the most in its history.

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Flyertalk

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The hotelier announced they will acquire all the outstanding shares of Playa Hotels & Resort for $2.6 billion , purchasing the company and their property portfolio. Playa Offers High-Quality Resorts in Iconic Locations for Hyatt According to Hyatt, the Playa property portfolio includes high-quality resorts in iconic locations and strategically important markets.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

British Airways' schedule update over the weekend revealed three notable but unsurprising Airbus A380 developments for next winter. As that's many months away, things could be fine-tuned or changed altogether. Nonetheless, it plans seven daily quadjet take-offs from London Heathrow, the same as the current winter.

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AOPA

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

I see aviation everywhere. Airports aren’t even required, but they can aggravate the problem.

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