Aerotime
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
LOT Polish Airlines posted its 2024 full-year financial results on February 26, 2025. The Polish flag carrier has recorded one of its highest financial years to date, with revenues of PLN 9.93 billion (US$ 2.51 billion approximately) and a net profit of PLN 688.5 (US$174 million). Operating profit (EBIT) was PLN 805.7 million (US$204 million), which represents an operating margin of 8.1%.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Boeing , after years of challenges, has made a major strategic leadership change, one which has come as a result of an operational restructuring process that aims to address the production and safety challenges plaguing its commercial aircraft division. Boeing Commercial Airplanes is the company's most important subdivision, and it generates the most revenue for the company.
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Aerotime
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Manchester Airport (MAN) located in the north of England, and Britains third busiest airport in terms of passenger throughput, is to be the UKs first major international airport to adopt a hybrid digital control tower as part of a project announced by the UKs National Air Traffic Control Service, or NATS. Working in collaboration with the digital technology company Searidge Technologies, the airport will become a pioneer in the deployment of operational grade, ultra-high definition panoramic cam
One Mile at a Time
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Many travel loyalty programs offer the ability to earn lifetime elite status. Ordinarily elite status has to be earned on an annual basis, so it sure is nice to be able to not worry about requalifying for status anymore. In this post, I want to take a look at how American AAdvantage lifetime status works, especially in light of the recent improvements.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
A new search is underway to find the Malaysia Airlines flight that disappeared in 2014 and was presumed to have crashed into the Indian Ocean. On February 26, 2025, Malaysian Transport Minister, Anthony Loke, told reporters that US/UK marine robotics firm Ocean Infinity had mobilized its ships in an effort to solve the mystery behind flight MH370 s disappearance.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
In recent years, the idea of single-pilot operations on large commercial airliners has become an increasingly hot topic. After all, with new technology meaning that flying now features a considerable degree of automation, and airlines needing to operate more flights in response to growing demand, the concept of having just one pilot in the cockpit of a commercial aircraft isn't as far-fetched as it used to seem.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Norwegian airline Norse Atlantic Airways has announced a new agreement to lease three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo. IndiGo confirmed on February 26, 2025, that, in addition to a previous agreement between the carriers, three additional widebody aircraft will join its fleet in the second half of this year. On February 6, 2025, Norse Atlantic and IndiGo had revealed a damp lease deal between the airlines for a single Boeing 787-9, with the aircraft scheduled to begin
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Aerotime
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer has informed its shareholders that it will delay the E175-E2 development program by four more years. In a SEC filing dated February 26, 2025, Embraer said that its board had approved an extended delay following the three-year pause announced in February 2022. Embraer cited the ongoing scope clause in the US between airlines and pilot unions that restrict the maximum takeoff weight for aircraft with up to 76 seats in the region for the extended delay.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
London Heathrow Airport has revealed that 2024 was a record-breaking year in terms of passenger traffic, as the British facility welcomed its highest-ever number of passengers in a single calendar year. As a result of this operational success, the largest and busiest airport in the United Kingdom will be paying a dividend to its ultimate shareholders, marking the first time in five years that this has happened.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
A new Emirates SkyCargo livery featuring a bigger and bolder design has been unveiled on its aircraft for the first time in Dubai. Emirates SkyCargo revealed the latest layout on a Boeing 777F that arrived without a livery in July 2024 but was put out on cargo operations regardless. Emirates SkyCargo announced on February 26, 2025, that the Boeing 777F, registered A6-EFV, had finally received a makeover from staff at Emirates Engineering and had rolled out for the first time this week sporting i
Plane and Pilot
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Theres lots of reasons for the checklist other than, Because I said so! Some of them are obvious, some less so. Checklists date back at least to the 1935 crash of the Boeing Model 299 (WB-17) when it took off with the controls locked and crashed. But what are the reasons for them? The primary reason is risk reductionto make sure that nothing that can cause a crash is mis-set.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Delta Air Lines prefers to keep older aircraft operational for longer, and has become renowned for it. Although the fleet has undergone a significant revamp since the pandemic, Delta still maintains more than 60 aircraft that are over 30 years old. These veteran airliners were built before the internet became commonplace, when nobody had heard of smartphones, and when handheld GPS was only just being invented.
AV Web
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Tecnam announced this week its P2006T NG (Next Generation) piston twin has been granted European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification. The news comes 15 years after the original P2006T entered the market. Among the improvements is a redesigned flight deck with a center console accommodating a Garmin GCU477 Flight Management System (FMS) keyboard linked to the Garmin G1000Nxi avionics suite.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Many people dream of flying; some wish to make it an art. Compared to the more than 350,000 commercial airline pilots believed to be active worldwide, only a small number of certificated pilots will choose aerobatics an aviation discipline that relies on precision, physical and psychological fitness, plus quick decision-making, all of which determine not only the success of their performance but also their survival.
One Mile at a Time
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
American AAdvantage has just launched a new promotion for members. Its possible that this is targeted, though it at least seems to be pretty widely available. Earn 500 bonus AAdvantage Loyalty Points per segment Nowadays Loyalty Points are the metric by which you earn elite status in the American AAdvantage program. You can earn Loyalty Points through a variety of methods, ranging from flying, to credit card spending.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Low-cost carrier Ryanair revealed its summer 2025 schedule for Belfast, the capital city of Northern Ireland, despite claiming that regional UK travel and tourism is suffering due to the new labour government. The new summer schedule for Belfast includes 19 routes, featuring a new service to Kaunas, Lithuania, along with more flights to popular summer destinations such as Malaga, Alicante and Malta.
One Mile at a Time
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
North Island, Seychelles , is one of the worlds most exclusive private island resorts. Historically the property was fully independent, until 2019, when it (mysteriously?) joined Marriott, as part of Luxury Collection. I could never really make sense of the logic of that, so theres now an interesting update starting in several months, the hotel will no longer be affiliated with Marriott.
All Plane
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Flight#: SV228 From: Barcelona (BCN) To: Jeddah (JED) Flight time: 5h 30min Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 A recent trip to Saudi Arabia to attend the 2025 Aerospace Connect Forum in Jeddah , a conference to showcase the Saudi plans and ambitions in the aerospace manufacturing and services industry, provided a long-awaited opportunity to try out a truly unique airline: Saudia.
One Mile at a Time
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The BBC reports on a recent incident that happened on a Qatar Airways flight. Ive gotta say, this sounds pretty bad, though given the crews failure in handling this proactively, passengers shouldve probably advocated for themselves a bit more Woman dies on flight, corpse placed next to others An Australian couple has come forward with a rather traumatic incident that happened recently, while they were traveling on Qatar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Doha (DOH) to Venice (VCE).
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The Boeing 777X is set to be the latest new widebody aircraft to enter service. The 777X will come with General Electric GE9X engines, composite wings (with folding wingtips), a wider cabin, and increased seating capacities, and will incorporate technologies used on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
One Mile at a Time
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
During my Aria Suite Adventure to Hong Kong , I had the chance to check out several lounges at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD). After checking out the Capital One Lounge , my next stop was the Chase Sapphire Lounge. The Chase Sapphire Lounge network has been growing nicely. This particular Chase Sapphire Lounge, along with the one at New York Kennedy Airport (JFK) , are unique.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
On February 25, 2025, an American Airlines Airbus A321 operating Flight AA1216 from Charlotte to West Palm Beach was forced to return to Charlotte a few minutes after takeoff due to maintenance. This was the second American Airlines flight to return to the airport over the last few days.
Airline Geeks
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Alaska Airlines may soon become the latest carrier to join the Starlink bandwagon. The Seattle-based carrier is reportedly looking at the service.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
In an update to investors, Embraer has disclosed that the Brazilian plane makers board approved another four-year development pause of the E175-E2, the only E2 model that the company has not pushed into the market due to issues surrounding scope clauses in the United States.
Vintage Aviation News
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
This Saturday, March 1, 2025, the Planes of Fame Air Museum will host another special Flying Day, featuring a “Flying Demo” of the rare Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-15bisone of the most significant aircraft of the Korean War era. In addition to the flight demonstration, visitors can enjoy an exciting lineup of presentations as part of “Hangar Talk.” The museum will open its doors at 9:00 AM, with regular admission prices in effect.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Wizz Air, easyJet, and Norse Atlantic have added multiple United Kingdom UK routes in the past week. Three stand out for various reasons, including being 'different' and their distance. Indeed, easyJet's new Manchester-Sal, Cape Verde, service will be the carrier's second-longest link ever , with number one beating it by just one nautical mile!
Airline Geeks
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The Transportation Security Administration has announced it will deny entry past its airport checkpoints to illegal immigrants.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Kylie Jenner has become one of the most well-known celebrities in the United States. Jenner is a social media influencer and entrepreneur that has allowed her to accumulate a net worth of nearly $1 billion. Jenner was born on August 10, 1997, in Los Angeles, California. Her father is the former Olympic decathlete now known as Caitlyn Jenner, and the television personality and entrepreneur Kris Jenner.
Airline Geeks
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The Boeing 737 MAX 9 registered as N37560 experienced a rejected takeoff and subsequent brake fire, resulting in substantial damage.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Flying private grants wealthy travelers the ultimate flexibility and luxury while traveling. These travelers can depart from their airport and fly to their intended destination whenever they please, flying without the restrictions of scheduled commercial flights. This helps many travelers who may need to quickly fly to a specific destination, and are therefore not required to wait at an airport or grab the nearest commercial flight.
Airline Geeks
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
New destination launches don't always go as planned, with the airline postponing the start of its newest city by at least a month.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Panama City-based Copa Airlines will soon expand its network in the United States with a new flight to San Diego, California. The carrier already flies to more than a dozen destinations in the US and expects the latest addition to drive tourism and business opportunities.
Airline Geeks
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
SkyWest plans to cut service between two Essential Air Service markets this summer. The regional carrier has flown the route since 2014.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
On the 20th of February, Delta Air Lines issued an update regarding Flight 4819. In their message, they defended the qualifications of the flight crew piloting the Endeavor Air CRJ900 that crashed on February 17th, 2025, while attempting to land at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Airline Geeks
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has recently certified Airbus latest aircraft, the A321XLR, equipped with Pratt & Whitney GTF engines.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
On February 20th, 2025, Airbus released its 4th quarter and full year 2024 earnings report. While the European planemaker certainly had a better year than Boeing, it had its own share of challenges during the past calendar year.
Airline Geeks
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The move comes one year after pilots voted unanimously to call a strike at the Tulsa, Oklahoma-based carrier once released by the National Mediation Board.
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