Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
The 400th Cessna Citation Latitude private jet has rolled out of production at the Textron Aviation facility in Wichita, Kansas in the United States (US). To celebrate the triumph employees at Textron Aviation , which owns Cessna, held a special celebration and a photo was taken of dozens of staff members standing alongside the latest Citation Latitude built.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
On Tuesday, May 28th, 2024, a case of measles was reported in Fresno, California, among over 150 cases of the extremely communicable virus that the Centers have reported for Disease Control and Protection (CDC). This illness is of particular concern as the passenger in question, who has since been diagnosed with the virus, had recently traveled onboard a United Airlines flight, one which was nearly 70% full at the time, according to reports.
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Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
Air France has revealed the new cabin designs that are to be installed on its entire fleet of Embraer 190s operated by its regional subsidiary HOP! Unveiled at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Germany, on May 28, 2024, the first of the retrofitted aircraft featuring the new interior will enter service in the autumn of 2024. The refurbishment program forms just one part of a wider program to upmarket and standardize its product offering across its short and medium-haul route networks, acco
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
Known for its ranking of the safest airlines in the world each year , AirlineRatings also hosts the Airline Excellence Awards, ranking airlines based on a variety of factors so that we can choose to fly better.
Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
Aer Lingus has announced that it will be one of the first airlines to use the new Terminal 6 complex currently being built at New York-JFK Airport (JFK) when it opens in 2026. Being constructed by JFK Millennium Partners (JMP) on behalf of the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, the new $4.2 billion Terminal 6 is slated to open “in early 2026” and the Irish carrier will begin operation from the new facility the day it opens.
Vintage Aviation News
MAY 28, 2024
As regular readers will know, Avro Lancaster B.VII NX611 Just Jane is under restoration to airworthy condition with the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre at the former RAF East Kirkby airfield in Lincolnshire, England. The group continues to make magnificent progress, and we thought that everyone might like to see a recent (edited) report, reproduced here with permission.
Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
The administrators appointed to take control of the affairs of grounded Australian low-cost carrier Bonza have been given additional time in which to seek a buyer for what remains of the airline. Hall Chadwick, Bonza’s administrators will have until the end of July 2024 to save the budget airline after successfully arguing for an extension of their appointment in an Australian Federal Court on May 27, 2024.
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Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
A Virgin Australia passenger who allegedly ran through the aircraft cabin naked while midflight has been arrested after the plane returned to Perth Airport (PER), Australia, following the incident. The Virgin Australia Boeing 737 was on route to Melbourne Airport (MEL) on May 27, 2024, when the male passenger became disruptive. As well as running through the cabin naked the passenger also allegedly knocked a Virgin cabin crew member to the ground.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
Private jets are celebrities' favorite means of long-distance transportation worldwide. Today, there are many jets to choose from, suiting virtually every use case possible, from the relatively affordable Vision Jet to the ultra-luxurious 747-8BBJ used by a handful of governments worldwide. But did you know how it all began? Today, we will look at what many consider the original private jet to grace the skies: the Lockheed Jetstar.
Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
A United Airlines flight from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) was forced to abort takeoff after one of the aircraft’s engines caught fire. The incident occurred on May 27, 2024. Flight UA 2091 was about to take off for Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA), when smoke came out from the A320 (with registration N432UA) aircraft’s left engine ((International Aero Engines IAE V2527-A5).
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
Since the A380 concept was first developed by Airbus in the late 1990s, the jet has been intended to pioneer long-haul hub-to-hub travel. The aircraft offers more passenger capacity than any other airliner, is optimized to serve destinations far apart, and has hundreds of seats.
Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
Airbus will work with hybrid-electric aircraft developer Aura Aero after the two companies signed a new cooperation agreement. Through Airbus’ subsidiary Airbus Protect the collaboration will look to help with the certification process of Aura Aero’s regional transport 19-seater hybrid-electric aircraft named Era. Both companies will share their respective expertise and collaborate on safety, cybersecurity and sustainability aspects of the ERA program and its production means.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
A Virgin Australia passenger traveling from Perth, Australia, to Melbourne, Australia, was apprehended and arrested following allegations that they ran through the cabin without any clothes on and knocked down a flight attendant in the process.
Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
Japan Airlines (JAL) is under pressure from the Japanese government following a spate of safety incidents that began in November 2023. Japan Airlines President Mitsuko Tottori was summoned to the Transport Ministry on May 27, 2025, for serious talks on the airline’s recent safety record, according to The Japan Times. It is understood that the situation relates to five incidents including Japan Airlines Flight 516 on January 2, 2024, which saw a JAL Airbus A350-900 crash into Coast Guard plane s
Airline Geeks
MAY 28, 2024
Qatar Airways made headlines announcing that it would be entering an equity partnership with an airline based in the southern part of the African continent.
Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
Among the many commercial aviation projects currently underway in Saudi Arabia, one has garnered a great deal of international attention — the new Saudi flag carrier Riyadh Air. Over the course of the past few months, AeroTime has spoken with the airline’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Tony Douglas, and its Chief Operating Officer (COO), Peter Bellew, to learn more about this ambitious project which aims to support Saudi Arabia’s plans for tourism growth.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
A historic Boeing 727-200 , once flying for Olympic Airways, has been placed on display for everyone to enjoy in the suburbs of Athens, Greece. SX-CBA is a restored 727 that was left abandoned at Ellinikon International Airport, an old airport in Athens that once served as a hub for the carrier. The aircraft has now been moved to Hellinikon, a coastal suburb in the southern part of the city.
Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
British Airways announced that it will launch its first ever flight to Tromso Airport (TOS) in Norway this winter season. Available for booking now, the flights to the famous winter destination will take off from December 1, 2024, and will be available twice a week until March 27, 2025. Serviced by the airline’s A320neo fleet, the flights will run on the following schedules: Because of its central position in the Northern Lights’ oval, Tromso is known to be one of the best places in the world to
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
A group of pilots for Norwegian Air are planning to strike on June 1st if wage negotiations fail. The move was noted by the government-appointed mediator today, who said that the dispute could escalate to affect many more pilots working for the airline.
Aerotime
MAY 28, 2024
Spectrum Aeromed, a global leader in air medical and air ambulance solutions, is excited to announce the recent completion and delivery of its latest air ambulance interior to Redstar Aviation. This installation marks the fourth Challenger aircraft equipped by Redstar Aviation with Spectrum Aeromed’s state-of-the-art Dual Patient Intensive Care Systems, highlighting a continuous and successful partnership between the two companies.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
Welcome to my 129th weekly routes article! I was away last week and have, therefore, analyzed subjectively exciting services that began in the past two weeks. As usual, multiple other example launches are listed at the bottom. Click here to see the last jam-packed edition.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 28, 2024
Link: Apply now for the no annual fee Bilt Mastercard® The Bilt Mastercard® ( review ) is a valuable no annual fee card that I applied for and hold onto. This allows you to pay your rent by credit card and earn rewards , even if your landlord doesn’t ordinarily allow no-fee credit card payments. For us homeowners, you can potentially even pay your HOA this way.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
A United Airlines flight from Chicago to Seattle was forced to abort takeoff after one of its engines caught fire. The aircraft was reportedly still on the taxiway preparing to takeoff when its engine started smoking before it returned to the gate, with no injuries reported.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 28, 2024
In 2023, we officially learned about a new SkyTeam lounge that will be opening at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). While details about the lounge remain limited, we now have an opening date. Air France opening lounge in Tom Bradley International Terminal On June 21, 2024, a new Air France Lounge will be opening at Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) at LAX.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
As of 2024, airline credit cards are becoming increasingly numerous, with almost every major airline offering a complete lineup of cards best suited to serve the needs of different consumers. One key way carriers attempt to differentiate themselves from the competition is by offering a sign-up bonus.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 28, 2024
Link: Apply now for the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card Hotel credit cards are among the most underrated credit cards out there, in my opinion, given the perks that they potentially offer, from elite status to free night certificates. While I’m primarily loyal to Hyatt and Marriott , Hilton has grown on me a lot in the past few years. Many new luxury hotels have joined the Hilton portfolio, and it’s also easy to earn top tier status with the Honors program, thanks to the credit card t
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
Aer Lingus has announced that it will begin operations at Terminal 6 at John F. Kennedy International Airport in early 2026. Additionally, the airline will open a new signature lounge in the new terminal.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 28, 2024
Greece is probably my favorite place in the world to visit in summer. There’s something about the climate, the views, and the food, which make it one-of-a-kind. Of course I’m not alone in feeling that way, as tourism to Greece has exploded in recent years. At this point I have almost no interest in traveling to Mykonos or Santorini, as there are so many other, less crowded islands to explore.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
Qatar Airways has been operating passenger flights to the US since June 2007, when it flew from Doha to Newark via Geneva on the Airbus A330-200. A year later, the New Jersey airport was removed from its route map, along with the last of its one-stop services and US A330 flights. Qatar Airways launched its Washington Dulles route in July 2007, making this the country's longest-served market.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 28, 2024
Several weeks ago, Air France announced plans to update the cabins of the aircraft belonging to its regional subsidiary. The airline has now revealed the seats that will be installed, so let’s take a look at the details. Air France HOP Embraer E190 cabin makeover plans Air France HOP is Air France’s regional subsidiary, operating a fleet of over 30 Embraer aircraft, including E170s and E190s.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
Boeing is known for making some of the world's biggest and best commercial airliners. Since it was founded in 1916, Boeing has come to make a different number of notable aircraft. This includes the legendary Boeing 747 , the Boeing 737 , the Boeing 777, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner , and the Boeing 767, which are all currently produced. Historically, Boeing has developed other airliners like the Boeing 314 Clipper or the Boeing 377 Stratocruiser.
Ask the Pilot
MAY 28, 2024
May 27, 2024 IT WAS THE FRIDAY of Memorial Day weekend, 1979. I was in seventh grade, and a diehard airplane buff. It was a warm and sunny afternoon, and I was sitting in the dining room of the house I grew up in when the phone rang. It was a friend from school. He told me to turn on the television. It had been a sunny day in Chicago, too, when just after 3 p.m.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
At first glance, i.e. when I first saw the working title of this article after my Simple Flying editors assigned it to me, I assumed it was about either the Republic F-84 Thunderjet and/or the F-84F Thunderstreak variant, which in turn brought to mind a verse from that classic, morbidly humorous U.S.
Airline Geeks
MAY 28, 2024
The Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA) granted approval to local private operators, allowing them to provide regular passenger and cargo flight services.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
The Gianni Caproni Museum of Aeronautics is the oldest aviation museum in Italy. It was first established in Taliedo in 1927 by Gianni Caproni, an Italian aviation pioneer and founder of the Caproni aviation manufacturing company. In 1992, the museum was moved to its present location in Trento. The museum displays many historical aircraft, memorabilia, documents, and artwork.
Thrust Flight
MAY 28, 2024
In this post we’ll share our top 10 things you can do with a private pilot license. If you’re a brand new private pilot or just getting started on your journey to become a private pilot this article will help you begin to enjoy the many benefits of holding a ppl. I’ve trained hundreds of […] The post 10 Things You Can Do With a Private Pilot License appeared first on Thrust Flight.
Simple Flying
MAY 28, 2024
Recent headlines have undoubtedly cast troubling concerns around US-based planemaker Boeing 's safety culture and manufacturing standards, which have continued to face challenges related to the 737 MAX family. This line of commercial airlines has developed a problematic safety record, marred by two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019 and a more recent incident in which an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX door plug blew off mid-flight.
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