Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Southwest Airlines has announced a 15% reduction in its corporate workforce to create a leaner and more agile organization as part of the airlines transformational plan. The reduction will affect approximately 1,750 jobs, primarily in corporate and leadership roles, the airline announced in a statement on February 17, 2025. The job cuts will include about 15% of corporate positions, including senior leadership and directors. 11 senior leadership positions, representing 15% of the airlines senior

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AV Web

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) president and CEO Darren Pleasance announced today he has sent a letter to Acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau protesting use of ADS-B data in ways that go beyond its original intent. Pleasance pointed out that AOPA supported the ADS-B mandate when it was implemented back in 2020, as we were assured ADS-B would only be used to improve air traffic safety and airspace efficiencies.” But the pilots group reports it receives weekly feedback fr

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A Boeing 737-800 operated by South Korean low-cost carrier Jin Air has finally been allowed to depart from Muan Airport after 50 days of being trapped there. It is understood that the aircraft was the only other commercial aircraft on the ground at Muan International Airport (MWX) in South Jeolla Province when on December 29, 2024, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed after making an emergency landing, killing 179 of the 181 passengers and crew onboard.

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Clearance Runway Ferry Flight Airline 242

AV Web

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The Professional Aviation Safety Specialists (PASS) union is reporting that hundreds of FAA employees have been fired in the wake of action from the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The list includes primarily probationary workers who have been in their positions for less than a year. The union claims that is because probationary employees are less protected than their more experienced colleagues.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

It has been revealed that Qantas has delayed the long-awaited international debut of its new Airbus A220-300 aircraft. The Australian flag carriers latest fleet addition, operated by its regional subsidiary QantasLink, was due to commence scheduled services between Darwin and Singapore at the end of March 2025. However, it is understood that this has now been put back by seven months until October 2025.

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Jet Approach Pilot Airline 268

Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A Taiwanese advanced jet trainer in the Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) AT-5 Brave Eagle had an airplane crash on February 15 off Taiwan s east coast and after taking off from Chihhang Air Base in southern Taitung. Both Honeywell/ITEC F124-200TW turbofan engines failed, forcing the pilot Major-in-Training Lin Wei to bail out, who was safely recovered.

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Airplanes Jet Pilot 115

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission announced that it is proposing to grant authorization to Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways alliance. The authorization will allow the two airlines to engage in cooperative conduct under an integrated alliance for five years. The carriers are seeking authorization to engage in an integrated alliance where Virgin Australia, in partnership with Qatar Airways, will commence 28 new weekly return services between Dohas Hamad International Airport (DO

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Airline Airlines 248

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

European-based planemaker Airbus is set to push back the launch date for the A350 freighter jet by up to a year due to production and supply chain delays, Reuters reported, citing two industry sources. An announcement regarding the delay to the new cargo aircraft could come as soon as February 20, 2025, when Airbus posts its annual results, the sources told Reuters , asking to remain anonymous.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

American Airlines transported 8.4 million passengers between the US and Europe in the 12 months to November 2024. That's based on examining the latest US Department of Transportation data. It was the third-largest operator after Delta Air Lines (11.3 million) and United Airlines (10.8 million).

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Airline Airlines 114

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The second of 20 Airbus A330neos set to join Malaysia Airlines has arrived at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) after a 12-hour flight from Toulouse Blagnac Airport (TLS). The A330-900, registered 9M-MNH, set off from the Airbus assembly facility on February 17, 2025, and landed in the Malaysian capital at 11:15, local time, on Febuary 18, 2025.

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Airline Airlines Jet 255

One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Hello from Paris, as Ive just kicked off my quick trip to Versailles. I just flew Air Frances Boeing 777-300ER La Premiere first class, on the eight hour flight from Miami (MIA) to Paris (CDG). Historically, Ive ranked La Premiere as one of the worlds best first class products. I hadnt flown it since before the pandemic, so was looking forward to revisiting it, and seeing how its holding up (especially with the airline soon introducing a new first class ).

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Airline Airlines Approach Airplanes 100

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

British Airways has announced it is to acquire the Boeing hangar facility and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) business located at London-Gatwick Airport operated by the US planemaker since 2019. According to the carrier, the move will secure jobs at the site and expand BAs presence at this key airport. It will ultimately benefit British Airways customers by bringing additional skills, expertise, and facilities into the business which will help to support the BA operation.

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Hangar Airline Airlines Pilot 223

Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Air Canada was launched in 1937 and has grown to be Canadas main airline as well as a founding member of the Star Alliance. The carrier now operates a far-reaching global network, with over 130 destinations in nearly 60 countries on six continents.

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Airline Airlines 111

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Air Astana announced it is expanding its network, launching direct flights from Atyrau International Airport (GUW) in Western Kazakhstan to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) in Georgia. The three-times weekly flights will commence on May 27, 2025. While the Kazakhstan flag carrier did not specify what aircraft type it will use on the service, it said that it would be an Airbus plane type.

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Airline Airlines 171

Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Air Forces worldwide have relied on the C-130 Hercules for decades to solve urgent logistical challenges. Since its first flight in 1954, this aircraft has evolved into numerous variants, each meticulously configured to satisfy specific mission parameters.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

As winter continues, icing conditions present a serious challenge for pilots. In early January 2025, airports like Schiphol, Frankfurt, and Helsinki faced major disruptions due to heavy snow and icy conditions, while in the U.S., thousands of flights were canceled due to severe winter storms. While passengers often experience the inconvenience of waitingespecially since de-icing an aircraft can add up to 40 minutes or more to a flightpilots must manage the serious risks of ice accumulation.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

When evaluating super-midsize business jets , the Bombardier Challenger 300 and the Gulfstream G280 are both prominent contenders. Both aircraft offer exceptional performance, comfort, and advanced technology. Although similar, there are important differences that impact operating costs, cabin specs and operating the respective airplanes. Let's take a closer look at these two icons and see how they stack up against each other.

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Airplanes Jet 111

Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Frontier plans to launch 14 new routes this spring, including resuming service to Boise, Idaho, and Spokane, Washington.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Private jets have long been associated with luxury, speed, and convenience, catering to business executives, celebrities, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. While many private aircraft offer impressive performance, one stands out as the fastest of them all. This article delves into the record-holding private jet, examining its history, design, engineering feats, and how it compares to other high-performance aircraft.

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Jet 110

Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

British Airways has announced it will purchase the Boeing maintenance, repair and overhaul hangar at London Gatwick Airport.

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Hangar 100

Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The Airbus A350 XWB is the most advanced widebody in service. More capable than almost any aircraft ever made, and with incredible fuel efficiency, the A350 has attained over 1,300 orders from dozens of airlines around the world. But one of the larger orders for the aircraft is also one of the more peculiar ones, an order from United Airlines for 45 A350-900s.

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Airline Airlines 115

AOPA

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

AOPA asked acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau to stop allowing ADS-B data to be used "for frivolous lawsuits, questionable enforcement actions, and the collection of airport landing fees.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is one of the busiest airports in the continental United States, and it serves over 300 daily departures to formal and international destinations in North America and Europe. Located approximately four miles south of downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, the airport is a hub for Delta Air Lines and is a major gateway to the Intermountain West and West Coast.

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Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

According to Avianca, the new service complements the airlines existing flights to Bogota and its recently announced route to Medellin, Colombia.

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Airline Airlines 98

Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The long overdue Boeing 777X program resumed certification testing last month after a five-month hiatus. The manufacturer was originally given the green light by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to begin certification flights in July last year. But in another setback to a program that has been plagued by delays, these flights were paused after issues were found with a thrust link after a test flight in Hawaii.

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Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Buying an airplane for the first time is an exciting milestone for any pilot. From building time for pilot jobs to flying for fun, aircraft ownership can be a great lifestyle fit for pilots of all experience levels. As a first-time aircraft owner, there is a lot to learn about the process of buying and maintaining an airplane. Not only do you need to find the right aircraft for your needs, youll also need to consider what products are required to make the most of your purchase.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Air France has long been synonymous with elegance, comfort, and a superior flying experience. For travelers seeking an elevated journey without the full investment of business class, Air France's Premium cabin offers a compelling middle ground. This article delves into the myriad benefits of the Premium cabin, exploring its design, passenger experience, and the exclusive services that set it apart.

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One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is acquiring a new hotel group , which will be the companys 20th hotel brand. IHG acquires premium urban lifestyle brand Ruby IHG has acquired the Ruby hotel brand and related intellectual property for initial purchase consideration of 110.5 million. As its described, Ruby is a premium urban lifestyle brand for modern travellers in must-visit city destinations and provides hotel owners with space-efficient designs and an attractive, flexible concept that IHG e

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Approach 90

Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

During the interwar period, European aerospace companies continued to innovate with new military technologies, and given that military aviation was still in its relative infancy, multiple different ambitious projects sought to build dynamic military aircraft, some of which may even seem somewhat lucrative by today's standards. In the mid-1920s, the Royal Air Force (RAF), in collaboration with British manufacturer Supermarine (which would later be behind the iconic Spitfire), began production of

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One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The Capital One mileage program has just added its newest transfer partner. Its great to have more options, though the value proposition here isnt necessarily that great. Transfer Capital One miles to JetBlue at a 5:3 ratio The Capital One mileage program has just added JetBlue TrueBlue as its newest transfer partner. Capital One miles convert into JetBlue TrueBlue points at a 1,000:600 ratio, and transfers are instant.

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Airline Airlines 96

Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Through strategic ordering, financing methods, and production delay management, Allegiant achieved the same result that took Alaska Airlines years.

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Airline Airlines 105

Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a new airworthiness directive for Boeing 747-400, 747-400F, 747-8F, and 747-8i aircraft.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

American planemaker Boeing has been a leading manufacturer of jet-powered commercial aircraft since the middle of the 20th century. While the US-based firm was not the first to put a jetliner in the skies, having been beaten by the likes of the De Havilland Comet and the Tupolev Tu-104, it has been amongst the most successful to do so. Today, it dominates the industry alongside Europe's Airbus.

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Jet 105

Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

By Cassidy Cristello Outside the thriving desert mecca of Tucson in southern Arizona lies a little-known piece of aviation history among the local population and aircraft enthusiasts alike. The small Marana Regional Airport, which has past hosted famous aircraft such as Columbine II and the Collings Foundation on their annual tour, has held on to only five of the once sizable handful of World War II-era aircraft stored there.

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Tail Cockpit Cargo 87

Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The DA42 TwinStar manufactured by Diamond Aviation is quite an interesting light aircraft. For aircraft in this class, which specialize in ferrying small numbers of people over fairly short distances, most planes have a single engine, yet the DA42 has two. It turns out that this, along with prioritizing safety as a design ethos, greatly contributed to what resulted in a very sleek and useful twin propeller aircraft.

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Aviation News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

TheU.S. Air Force Warfare Centerrecently wrapped up Bamboo Eagle 25-1, concluding a series of coordinated, multi-domain operations that involved more than 10,000 personnel from multiple.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Quite sensibly, aircraft and engine manufacturers don't usually say much about a competitor when they are in trouble, probably because one's problems today can quickly become the others tomorrow. It's not all that long ago that Airbus was storing A320neos without engines, and then the tables were turned for the Boeing 737 MAX, and now it seems another shift is hitting the balance.

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