Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
It has been a tumultuous year for Australian aviation, with the demise of domestic airlines Bonza and Rex, Qatar Airways' bid for a 25% share of Virgin Australia, unfavorable government examinations of airline competition and the fallout from Qantas' fall from grace in 2023.
Vintage Aviation News
OCTOBER 26, 2024
On October 26, 1940, the North American NA-73X — the first prototype of what would become the iconic P-51 Mustang — took to the skies, marking the start of an aviation legend. The aircraft stood out in performance and design, so much so that in 1944 the Truman Senate War Investigating Committee declared it the most aerodynamically perfect pursuit plane in existence.
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Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Earlier this week, an Airbus A320 operated by JetBlue halted its taxi after landing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) after a luggage container came in contact with one of its engines. A tug had been towing the container, which came loose while in transit near the aircraft.
One Mile at a Time
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Delta Air Lines is launching a new route on its own metal (thanks to @IshrionA for flagging this), though only for a limited time… Delta will fly from Boston to Sao Paulo in early 2025 Between January 6 and March 27, 2025, Delta is operating a 3x weekly flight between Boston (BOS) and Sao Paulo (GRU). The 4,790-mile flight will operate with the following schedule: DL165 Boston to Sao Paulo departing 9:00AM arriving 8:45PM DL164 Sao Paulo to Boston departing 10:45PM arriving 6:40AM (+1 day) The s
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
As the United States finds itself in a new era of Great Power Competition, the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) is becoming ever more important. One of PACAF's major airbases is the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson base in Alaska , which is becoming a hotbed of that competition. The Joint Base Elemendorf-Richardson base is the largest US military installation in Alaska and was recently visited by high-ranking Air Force officials.
Vintage Aviation News
OCTOBER 26, 2024
PRESS RELEASE Delve into WWII History with unique exhibits, docent-led lectures, and exclusive tours at The Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum’s November 2024 events, bringing WWII history to life with exclusive exhibits and activities. The museum will be closed for Veterans Day on Monday, November 11, to honor and remember the brave men and women who have served our country.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Gone are the glory days of the Boeing 747 , the 'Queen of the Skies'. The first commercial double-decker aircraft flew in 1969, and though several are still flying today, only a few airlines operate the type on commercial passenger flights. According to data from Cirium, an aviation analytics firm, there are only four airlines operating 747s this month: Air China, Korean Air, Lufthansa, and Aeroflot.
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Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
It's been almost five years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the aviation industry has mostly recovered. So, what are the United States' direct flight connections with the continent of Africa for November 2024 compared to November 2019 before the pandemic? Africa is collectively home to around 1.4 billion people - far more than North and South America combined.
Airline Geeks
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Delta is expanding its long-haul network yet again with a new South America route that is slated to begin in January 2025.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
A UPS mcdonnell douglas md-11 freighter experienced a potentially dangerous situation while descending toward Chicago Rockford International Airport on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Flight 5X-753 , operating from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport , Texas, reported an emergency due to unreliable airspeed and other malfunctioning systems, which the crew suspected resulted from a lightning strike, according to The Aviation Herald.
Greg Brown's Flying Carpet Blog
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Hey Friends! Check out my 2025 Fine Art Photo Wall Calendars ! Click each Calendar to Preview Monthly Images and Order (My calendars are printed and sold via Lulu.com , and ship affordably worldwide.) This year’s all-new 2025 Views from the Flying Carpet, “Southwest US Patterns and Textures” Photo Wall Calendar features 13 stunning aerial photographs capturing the diverse terrain of the US Desert Southwest!
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have completed their historic merger. However, it's not all rainbows and sunshine for everyone involved, as some Hawaiian Airlines employees are finding out. Following the merger, these employees were left without an offer from the company, leaving them to find new employment.
Airline Geeks
OCTOBER 26, 2024
With the 23 A320s and A321s removed from its 2025 fleet plan, the carrier will have nearly 11% fewer aircraft by the end of 2025.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
A passenger is suing JetBlue in federal court after she was served an ice cream sandwich that was dangerously cold. " According to the passenger, the airline's flight attendants should've warned her that the item was unfit for immediate consumption.
One Mile at a Time
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Here’s a topic that I thought would make for a fun discussion — what are your favorite places that you’ve traveled to? It’s a question that I’m often asked, but struggle to answer. That’s not because I never leave the airport (contrary to what some people may believe), but rather because I have a hard time picking some destinations over others. Let me explain.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Since starting operations in April 2021, US low-cost carrier Avelo Airlines has carried more than 5.7 million passengers on more than 44,000 flights. Today, it serves 49 destinations across 23 US states, Puerto Rico and internationally to Jamacia and Mexico. On Thursday, it commenced operations from its sixth base, located at Florida's Lakeland International Airport.
One Mile at a Time
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Link: Apply now for the Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card The Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card is my favorite no annual fee Capital One credit card. Despite the lack of an annual fee, the card has a great rewards structure and no foreign transaction fees. On the surface this is a cash back card offering 3% cash back in major spending categories.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Three people have been killed after a midair collision between two light aircraft over the southwest region of Sydney, Australia. A Cessna 182 and a Jabiru Aircraft collided on Saturday morning in an area popular with recreational aircraft operators and pilots in training.
World Airline News
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Avianca has been nominated for the APEX/IFSA awards in the Best Inflight Food or Beverage category, which highlights the best inflight menus. The APEX/IFSA Awards are presented by the International Flight Services Association (IFSA) to the best in-flight experiences offered by airlines around the world. Gastronomy is a key element in Avianca’s Business Class service and, for this reason, the menus available on flights from Bogotá to Europe and some routes in the Americas have been create
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
The Boeing 314 is one of the most well-known flying boats ever developed. The plane came about through a 'contest', if you will. Pan American World Airways asked manufacturers to submit proposals for a new aircraft design that could cross the Atlantic. A $50,000 cash prize was offered for the winning design.
World Airline News
OCTOBER 26, 2024
American Airlines announced: Through this year’s annual fundraising campaign with Stand Up To Cancer ® (SU2C), American Airlines raised more than $4.3 million for innovative and life-saving cancer research, the most successful fundraising campaign the airline has completed since joining forces with SU2C in 2016. Stand Up To Cancer enables scientific breakthroughs by funding collaborative, multidisciplinary and multi-institutional scientific cancer research teams and investigators.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Simple Flyings latest podcast is live and ready for you to enjoy! Hosted by Tom Boon , our Managing Editor, alongside Channing Reid , the 235th episode is now available for your listening pleasure.
Vintage Aviation News
OCTOBER 26, 2024
The Westland Westminster was a notable British helicopter project of the 1950s, developed by Westland Aircraft. This innovative aircraft was designed as a heavy-lift helicopter, powered by two turboshaft engines that drove a single, five-bladed rotor. Over time, the design evolved to feature an enclosed fabric-covered airframe, though it began as a bare metal structure.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Beechcraft introduced its first twin-engine aircraft, the Baron, in 1961. More than 6,691 units of that model have been produced since then, with more on the way. The Baron's design was borrowed from its siblings, Travel Air, Bonanza, and Debonair. The conglomeration of designs strengthened the Baron's performance and popularity.
The Aviationist
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Everything You Need to Know About Last Night’s Israeli Attack on Iran. Israel launched direct strikes against Iran during the night between Friday, Oct. 25, and Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in a major counterattack following Tehran’s ballistic missile offensive earlier in the month. With concerns mounting that long-standing tensions between these two military powers could […] The post Israel Strikes Iran: Complete Debriefing appeared first on The Aviationist.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Salt Lake City International Airport has celebrated the arrival of its 100th non-stop destination. To make the milestone even more notable, the destinationwhich has never been served from the Utah capitalis not operated by Delta Air Lines.
The Aviationist
OCTOBER 26, 2024
A new hangar and air engineering training school will be constructed at the base, home of the Royal Navy’s Merlin HM2 helicopters, alongside refurbishment of existing facilities. In the first phase of a £100 million redevelopment project, RNAS Culdrose will receive a brand new air engineering training school to facilitate the instruction of future generations […] The post UK Ministry of Defence Announces £100M Redevelopment Project at Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose appeared first on The
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II , a legendary fighter jet that served across multiple branches of the US military, was manufactured in various versions to suit different missions, from air superiority to ground attack and reconnaissance. Each variant brought unique capabilities to the battlefield, adapting to the evolving needs of air warfare during the Cold War and Vietnam War periods.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
American Airlines , the largest carrier at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) , is using some of its smallest aircraft on its service to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The move comes after the airline primarily operated mainline aircraft between the two destinations during the same period last year, offering just over 10,300 more seats.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Private air charter operators, which provide private jet flights for clients on a one-off basis, are a key component of the business aviation landscape, as there is a strong segment of the travel market looking for luxury private jet flights but is not willing to spend the money needed to purchase and maintain their aircraft.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
The Bombardier Global 7500 is a remarkable ultra-long-range business jet that has set new standards in the aviation industry. This comprehensive overview will explore its extended range of capabilities and other aspects of the aircraft.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
During the mid-1980s, airlines had begun to experiment with new business models, with some carriers beginning to deploy low-cost tactics that allowed them to reduce fares significantly while other airlines went in the complete opposite direction.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
The HondaJet lineup offers six variantsa range of aircraft blending innovative engineering with advanced avionics. Since the original model's launch, Honda has swiftly created the follow-on designs, each improving upon the last. Here's a closer look at the six HondaJet variants, highlighting their unique features and the series' evolution.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Long-haul flights spanning over 6,000 miles are becoming a more prominent feature in international air travel, connecting far-flung cities across the Atlantic. As airlines seek to cater to both business and leisure travelers, the demand for direct flights between major American cities and Europes economic and cultural centers continues to grow.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
The Wings Over Houston airshow will be held at Ellington Field on October 26th and 27th. However, rehearsals for the show were held on Thursday, October 24th, disrupting flights heading into Hobby Airport.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
As US travelers take advantage of their Second Amendment rights, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) frequently discovers firearms at security checkpoints throughout the US. By not declaring their firearms, travelers can potentially face legal issues for not following the proper procedures.
Simple Flying
OCTOBER 26, 2024
The difference between a seat in an economy class cabin and a lie-flat bed in business class is undeniably enormous. By flying business over economy, your inflight experience is drastically upgraded, and as a result, airlines charge quite a premium for the highest-tier cabin.
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