Aerotime
JANUARY 29, 2025
REGENT, a US startup working on the development of a 12-passenger seaglider, a novel form of wing-in-ground vehicle, has broken ground on its new greenfield production facility in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. This 255,000 sq ft factory will house the production of several key components for the seaglider, as well as the vehicles final assembly line and the pre-delivery testing facilities.
AV Web
JANUARY 29, 2025
There were 60 passengers and four crew aboard a PSA CRJ700 regional jet that collided with an Army Blackhawk helicopter, with three service member on board, on short final for Reagan National Airport. The flight was operated on behalf of American Airlines and originated in Wichita. The plane ended up in the Potomac. No official word on casualties yet.
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Aerotime
JANUARY 29, 2025
Boeing appears to have confirmed that German flag carrier Lufthansa will be the 777-9 launch customer during its latest earnings conference call. While discussing plans for the Boeing 777-9 certification, the company CEO Kelly Ortberg relayed issues over seat challenges specifically for Lufthansa aircraft. So, actually, the first delivery 777X delivery is also to Lufthansa, Ortberg told those joining the earnings call on January 28, 2025.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 29, 2025
Boom is an aeronautics company that has been working onbringing back supersonic passenger air travel. The companys main product is the Boom Overture, which is essentially intended to be the modern day Concorde. The company was founded back in 2014, and the goal is that the Boom Overture could be carrying passengers before the end of the decade. While this is no doubt an ambitious project, a major milestone was reached yesterday.
Aerotime
JANUARY 29, 2025
After years of toing and froing a third runway at London-Heathrow Airport (LHR) has been approved by the UKs newest Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves. In a speech on January 29, 2024, against vehement opposition from environmental groups Reeves finally announced that in the UK government’s mission for growth a third runway at Heathrow Airport would be a significant catalyst.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
An United States F-35 fighter jet crashed on Tuesday at Eielson Air Force Base. The aircraft was filmed by bystanders dramatically falling and crashing into the earth where it exploded in a ball of fire. According to Airman 1st Class Spencer Hanson, the pilot was uninjured during the incident. Videos circulating online clearly show what appears to be the pilot parachuting down while the stricken aircraft plummets to the ground.
Aerotime
JANUARY 29, 2025
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has announced that it will cut 250 staff members from the company as part of a drive to lower costs and save the carrier 450 million ($467million). KLM President and CEO Marjan Rintel said that measures first revealed in October 2024, to structurally improve its financial and operational performance had resulted in painful choices.
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Aerotime
JANUARY 29, 2025
Workers at the British Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) are preparing for a joint strike over better pay. On January 28, 2025, members of the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) and Prospect union, who work for the CAA, announced a 24-hour strike planned for February 6, 2025. Prospect will hold the walkout at its headquarters in Crawley, West Sussex.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
Boeing said during a recent earnings conference that Lufthansa will be the first to operate the much-anticipated Boeing 777-9 as part of the Boeing 777X program, according to Aerospace Global News. This news clarifies long-standing speculation about the aircraft's maiden delivery, which has been delayed due to several certification issues.
Aerotime
JANUARY 29, 2025
Spirit Airlines has rejected a second offer by Frontier Group to merge, citing financial conditions. In a statement issued on January 29, 2025, Frontier argued that the newly proposed merger would provide meaningful value to Spirit financial stakeholders, in excess of Spirit’s standalone restructuring plan. Frontier believes that Spirit’s financial stakeholders could participate in the upside of a stronger low-cost carrier while benefiting from the significant synergies Frontier expe
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 29, 2025
As I think all OMAAT readers know by now, Allegris is the name of Lufthansas new long haul travel concept , and this includes all-new cabins for long haul aircraft. However, the actual rollout of this has been challenging, to put it mildly. While Ive written about several of Lufthansas Allegris rollout and certification woes, heres a new one for me, as I wasnt aware that the airline cant seat people in the first row of Allegris economy, and this problem persists after many months.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
United Airlines has made history by welcoming its 1,000th mainline aircraft and becoming the world's largest carrier by mainline fleet size. Registered N77584, the 1,000th aircraft was a Boeing 737 MAX 9, whose delivery was from Seattle Boeing Field to Seattle Tacoma. It came a few days after sistership N77587, which flew from Seattle Boeing Field to Portland.
Aerotime
JANUARY 29, 2025
Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX, has provided an update on its Hydrogen Steam Injected, Inter-cooled Turbine Engine (HySIITE) program. The program, launched in 2022, received $3.8 million in funding from the US Department of Energys Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E). The engine manufacturer emphasized the promising potential of the HySIITE architecture in improving efficiency while significantly reducing nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
On Wednesday, January 29th, SkyShare released a report sharing some of the company's successes throughout 2024. The leading private aviation firm, which is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, also revealed that it had one of its best quarters of all time in the fourth quarter of 2024. This milestone was achieved by several new programs that the company developed over the year, including a new brokerage service called SkyBridge and its newest fractional aircraft ownership program for the Pilatus PC-12
AV Web
JANUARY 29, 2025
The U.S. Air Force continues to investigate what caused the crash of an F-35A fighter on a training mission at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska yesterday. The pilot ejected safely, but the aircraft was completely destroyed in a fiery impact, described as significant aircraft damage in a statement from the 354 th Fighter Wing public affairs office. News video shows the aircraft spiraling downward in with the landing gear extended.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
The most lucrative air travel markets in the United States are undeniably transcontinental flights, especially those that serve major economic hubs heavily saturated with business travelers. When flying from major East Coast cities like New York, Boston, and Philadelphia, to West Coast cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle, airlines will often operate services during the day.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 29, 2025
Air France has been improving nicely in recent times, investing in the passenger experience, especially in premium cabins. However, it appears that the airline is at least considering some service cuts on short haul flights, as the details of an upcoming trial have been revealed. Air France considers food & drinks for purchase in economy The union representing Air France flight attendants has published the details of an upcoming trial that the SkyTeam carrier will be running, to examine serv
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
While the prospect of commercial supersonic flights is probably at least a decade from becoming a reality due to Boom Supersonic's extremely slow development process, there is a strong likelihood that supersonic business jets might make a comeback before we see the second coming of the Concorde. Since Concorde's retirement at the start of the century , supersonic flights fully disappeared from global air travel networks, with British Airways and Air France becoming the only two carriers to ever
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 29, 2025
For nearly 20 years, there has been talk of London Heathrow Airport (LHR) getting a third runway. Its recommended by the government. Then its approved. Then its blocked by a court. Then its approved again. Then its blocked again. Well, theres now a new development, as theres a renewed push for Heathrow to get a third runway. Will it actually happen, though?
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
Between February and June 2025 , an average widebody flight will have 307 seats and will cover 2,680 nautical miles (4,964 km). Inevitably, much attention is given to very long-haul services, especially as they push boundaries, including range, economics, competitiveness, and passenger experience. In contrast, the use of very high-capacity aircraft for short services is far less discussed.
Plane and Pilot
JANUARY 29, 2025
Learning to fly is a dream for many. My dream began as a child when a family friend who owned a flight school took my mom and me for a ride when I was 4 years old. Even at such a young age, the flying bug bit me and never let go. A dream though learning to fly might be, it can feel unattainable. It took me until I was almost 30 to actually believe I could pull the trigger, and it takes others far longer than that.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
On Tuesday, January 28th, Daher, the parent company of both TBM and Kodiak, revealed it had completed the delivery of two TBM 960s to Conair Group Inc. These aircraft, which will become known as "birddog" airplanes, were delivered to Conair for use in aerial firefighting operations. This means the aircraft will be deployed over active wildfires to monitor the affected area, assess risks, and help to strategize the drops of water or retardant by other aerial firefighting aircraft.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 29, 2025
In September 2024, JetBlue made some exciting announcements. The airline revealed plans to open airport lounges , which is something that has been rumored for years. The lounges will be located in New York (JFK) and Boston (BOS), and well see the first opening in late 2025. As part of this announcement , JetBlue also revealed plans to launch a premium credit card.
Airline Geeks
JANUARY 29, 2025
One of the aircraft was an American Eagle CRJ-700 operated by PSA Airlines, while the other was a helicopter, according to the FAA.
Flight Training Central
JANUARY 29, 2025
The FAA recommends standard traffic pattern flows at nontowered airports in an effort to maintain order and a safe environment for aircraft arrivals and departures. You’ll start by learning the basics of the crosswind, downwind, base and final legs, for the times you plan to stay “in the traffic pattern” when practicing multiple takeoffs and landings.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
A Bombardier CRJ700 operated by PSA Airlines under American Airlines regional brand, American Eagle crashed into the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) on Wednesday. The incident reportedly happened after the aircraft collided with a helicopter while on approach.
AV Web
JANUARY 29, 2025
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) reported today that the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA), which controls Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport, has delayed a proposal to impose automated ADS-B-monitored landing fees. The AOPA credits a flurry of input from local pilots just two days before the January 15 vote for the decision to reconsider the proposal.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
The year 2024 was quite eventful for both United Airlines and Boeing, to say the least. Both companies faced several challenges, some of which were related to each other, but both ended the year quite differently.
Flyertalk
JANUARY 29, 2025
Executives at the airline told investors they are exploring new opportunities for new partnerships with other airlines. JetBlue Holding Conversations With A Number of Carriers The report came from JetBlues 2024 Q4 quarterly report call with investors. When asked by an analyst from Wolfe Research about the potential of a new alliance option with an airline, JetBlue president Joanna Geraghty noted there was potential for a new agreement.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
An abandoned Volkswagen (VW) Golf has racked up over $200,000 in parking fees after being parked at Berlin Brandenburg Airport for over a year. The car has now been towed away, but the owner and/or driver is yet to be identified.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 29, 2025
The Amex Offers program frequently has promotions for hotel stays, which can save you money or earn you bonus points for stays youd make anyway. Amex has just rolled out its latest targeted hotel offer, which is exclusively for stays at Four Seasons properties. Spend $750+ with Four Seasons, save $150 Theres a targeted Amex Offers deal that can save you $150 when you spend $750+ at Four Seasons.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
Pilatus Aircraft has become one of the largest general aviation aircraft manufacturers in the world over the last twenty years. The company was first founded in Stans, Switzerland , in the late 1930s. It was originally developed to manufacture Vickers Spitfire aircraft for the Swiss military. However, this venture was unsuccessful, and the company instead conducted maintenance and repairs for the Swiss military.
Inspire
JANUARY 29, 2025
This piece originally ran in the December 2024 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. AmongEAAsmany activities is restoring vintage aircraft. This fabric comes from therudderof the EAA Aviation Museums Curtiss Robin that lives at Pioneer Airport. Taken off the Robin and replaced in 1973 when EAA received the airplane, this fabric is original toits1956 re-covering […] The post EAAs Attic Curtiss Robin N50H Fabric first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
A Bombardier CRJ700 , operating under American Airlines regional brand American Eagle, crashed into the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday, January 29th at around 9pm. The aircraft had collided with a US military helicopter while on approach to the airport.
Airline Geeks
JANUARY 29, 2025
Should a transaction be finalized, Frontier and Spirit would become the fifth-largest U.S. airline with plans to serve 100 million passengers per year.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 29, 2025
With a maximum range of 8,500 nautical miles, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is capable of handling the world's longest air routes. With over 1,100 aircraft delivered, the Dreamliner can be found flying to all corners of the world, often operating ultra-long-haul routes exceeding 16 hours in duration.
Airline Geeks
JANUARY 29, 2025
German carrier Lufthansa will be the first customer to receive Boeings 777X after it completes certification with the Federal Aviation Administration.
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