Aerotime

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In a letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the chair of the National Transport Safety Board (NTSB) Jennifer Homendy has suggested that at least 40 non-US operators could be flying Boeing 737s with a defective actuator installed. On September 26, 2024, the NTSB issued an urgent safety recommendation to Boeing and the FAA following an incident at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in February 2024, when the rudder pedals jammed on a United Airlines 737 MAX 8.

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Rudder Airplanes Runway Airline 300

Cranky Flier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

I talked yesterday about Southwest’s broader plan coming out of its investor day, but today I want to talk about the most significant change, Southwest’s decision to assign all seats and add an extra legroom section. Before we start, I should say that there is a lot we know, but there are still things we don’t. In other words, I don’t have all the answers, but we do know a lot, enough that Southwest let us walk through an airplane with the new seats and cabin design so we

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Airplanes Airline Airlines Hangar 250

Aerotime

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Italian flag carrier ITA Airways has issued its latest financial results for the first half of 2024 which show an improved year-on-year position. At the same time, the Rome-based airline would be bringing back the iconic if not rather tarnished Alitalia brand to a limited degree over the coming months. The announcement was made at an event held at the company’s new offices in Milan on September 27, 2024, attended by Antonino Turicchi, the Chairman of ITA Airways , Andrea Benassi, the General Dir

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Airline Airlines 288

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Lufthansas group CEO Carsten Spohr said on Monday that the core airline is struggling as the groups new problem child as a result of delivery delays and higher costs that put it as a disadvantage compared to regional rivals. The Lufthansa Group as a whole includes Austrian Airlines, SWISS, Eurowings and Brussels Airlines for instance. With a 10% decrease in shares over the last six months according to Reuters , Lufthansas financial situation is fragile with profit warnings given rising costs hav

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Airlines Airline 143

Aerotime

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Korean Air is offering parents of its employees an immersive behind-the-scenes look at what an aviation job at the company entails with the return of its “Parents Invitation Program”. The program, which was revived after a five-year hiatus, commenced on September 27, 2024, and will run for three months. The first session was held at the airline’s headquarters in Seoul’s Gangseo District.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

On October 2nd, Philippine Airlines will offer its first nonstop service from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, marking the airport's first nonstop connection to the East Asian island nation. This flight will be operated by the airline's Boeing 777 aircraft and will add to what is already an extensive network of destinations in the United States.

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Airlines Airline 131

Aerotime

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Qatar Airways Group has announced plans to buy a 25% minority stake in Virgin Australia from Bain Capital, strengthening the existing partnership between the two airlines. According to Virgin Australia, the deeper strategic partnership between the two carriers will drive increased competition in Australian aviation. “This will ensure Australian consumers have access to even better value airfares and greater choice,” the airline said in a statement.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Thai AirAsia X has successfully relocated its Bangkok operations to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). The low-cost carrier said that the move was made to provide better convenience and connectivity to its travelers. The successful relocation was marked with a welcome ceremony for guests arriving on flight XJ761 from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) who arrived at the airport to a special celebration organized by Thai AirAsia X and supported by Don

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Airline Airlines 267

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Frank Gardner, a reporter for the BBC, shared his very negative experience onboard a flight on LOT Polish Airlines , saying that he was forced to crawl along the floor to get to the bathroom since the airline did not have any onboard wheelchairs.

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Airline Airlines 120

Aerotime

OCTOBER 1, 2024

SWISS has announced it has agreed to extend and broaden its long-standing partnership with fellow Swiss regional carrier Helvetic Airways for a further five years. Under the terms of the agreement, Helvetic Airways will operate up to 15 aircraft throughout the SWISS European network on SWISS’s behalf under the continuing wet-lease deal. Helvetic will operate a mix of aircraft which will include Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 aircraft and their predecessors the E190s and E195s on a wide variety of s

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Airline Airlines Jet 250

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

With Hurricane Helene leaving a long trail of destruction in its wake, various corporate organizations are doing whatever they can to help with relief efforts. American Airlines, too, is doing its bit and has pledged millions of miles to a nonprofit to help families in distress.

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Airline Airlines 120

Aerotime

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Zayed International Airport’s (AUH) Northern Runway (13L/31R) is now fully operational after reopening ahead of schedule following a rehabilitation and upgrade plan. The project included reinforcing and resurfacing the runway with 210,000 tons of asphalt. Technical upgrades included a new ground visibility monitoring system and a high-tech Instrument Landing System (ILS), bolstering both the safety and efficiency of takeoff and landing operations during periods of inclement weather.

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Runway Instrument Landing System Weather Airline 225

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The second phase of the $1 billion Terminal Expansion project at Southwest Florida International Airport begins Tuesday.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 1, 2024

No business can operate in 2024 without advanced computers and software but following recent significant technology failures in the global commercial aviation market, software developers are met with increased scrutiny and skepticism. Less than two years after the world-famous failure of IT systems forced U.S. low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines to cancel more than 17,000 flights at a cost of $825 million, airlines and airports across the world were again gripped with massive failures in softwar

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Airline Airlines Aviation Technology 130

One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Several weeks ago, Taiwan-based Starlux Airlines launched service to its third destination in the United States. While this service is initially being operated 3x weekly, it will soon be expanded to daily. Let’s take a look at the details, plus the bigger picture competitive landscape, which is pretty remarkable. Starlux Airlines’ flights from Taipei to Seattle For some background, as of August 16, 2024, Starlux Airlines started flying between Taipei (TPE) and Seattle (SEA).

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Airline Airlines 117

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Delta Air Lines has made an additional contribution of $500,000 to the American National Red Cross to deliver aid to those impacted by Hurricane Helene, which made landfall along the Florida Gulf Coast on Thursday. The storm has wreaked havoc across a total of 10 states, leaving over 130 dead and scores more missing.

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Amex Offers program frequently has promotions for hotel stays (including with Hilton , IHG , and Marriott ), which can save you money or earn you bonus points for stays you’d make anyway. Amex has just rolled out its latest targeted hotel offer, which could be worth it for a stay at a boutique luxury property. Spend $300+ with SLH, save $100 There’s a targeted Amex Offers deal for stays at Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) properties: Save $100 when you spend $300+ across one or more tr

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Play Airlines is a young, Icelandic low-cost airline that operates flights in Europe and between Europe and North America. Founded in 2021, the airline has grown its network to almost 40 destinations and ten aircraft. Today, PLAY operates nearly 900 monthly flights and has the capacity to transport more than 166,000 passengers.

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Airline Airlines 117

One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Amex Offers program sometimes offers savings or bonus points on flight purchases, which can represent a great deal. We’ve just seen a new promotion introduced, offering a discount on an Alaska Airlines flight. Save $40 on an Alaska Airlines purchase With a new targeted Amex Offers deal, you can receive a $40 statement credit when you spend $200 or more with Alaska Airlines by December 31, 2024.

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Airline Airlines 105

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

On Monday, September 30th, Gogo , one of the leading providers of broadband connectivity services for the private aviation industry, announced that it will acquire Satcom Direct, another global satellite communication services provider. This deal will provide Satcom Direct with approximately $375 million and five million shares of Gogo upon closing.

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Threshold Jet 117

One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Air Canada Aeroplan has just launched a bonus on points transfers from one of the program’s hotel partners. This has the potential to be valuable, though it’s not necessarily how I’d choose to acquire Aeroplan points. Convert Bonvoy points to Aeroplan with 15% bonus Between October 1 and October 31, 2024, Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is offering a 15% bonus when you transfer Marriott Bonvoy points to Air Canada Aeroplan.

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Airline Airlines 99

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Traditionally, ultra-low-cost carriers like Ryanair, easyJet, and Spirit Airlines have operated out of secondary airports. For example, low-cost airlines have sought out airports like London Luton Airport (LTN), New York Stewart Airport (SWF), or Paris Beauvais (BVA). By capitalizing on the lower fees associated with operating at these facilities that demand less traffic, low-cost carriers have been able to continue realizing great benefits.

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Airlines Airline 116

BAA Training

OCTOBER 1, 2024

If you’re thinking of starting on the journey towards becoming a pilot at BAA Training, it’s not uncommon to ask what those first forays into a simulated cockpit environment might entail. What’s considered a flight training device? FFS vs FTD vs OTD/BITD? Flight training device levels? The post Flight Training Device Guide – What to Expect During Pilot Training appeared first on BAA Training.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

New Pacific Airlines is a small startup airline based in Anchorage International Airport , Alaska operating a small fleet of used Boeing 757-200s. Its parent company is Ravn Alaska - an Alaskan airline specializing in servicing small communities in Alaska. New Pacific Airlines briefly offered commercial scheduled flights but now it only focuses on charter flights.

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Airline Airlines 113

AOPA

OCTOBER 1, 2024

On September 3, FAA attorneys released a legal interpretation of 14 CFR §43.3 (d), effectively changing the FAA’s view of the standard maintenance supervision model that has been in place for the past 60 years. Without industry intervention to have the FAA reconsider its new view, the A&P experience-based training and owner-assisted maintenance models cannot survive.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Jet engines are complex machines manufactured with high-precision machining to ensure optimal performance. Modern jet engines are more powerful than ever, offering sufficient power and fuel economy for some of the largest airliners. This article explores some interesting facts about modern jet engines.

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Jet Airline Airlines 112

Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

On September 27th, 2024, the Fagen Fighters WWII Museum hosted a special event featuring an extraordinary formation flight of two iconic aircraft: the Museum’s Essex Helldiver and Hellcat. This rare spectacle will be accompanied by the presence of WWII Navy Ace, Donald M. McPherson, who flew Hellcats during the war. The flyover took place at the museum’s airfield, with the help of warbird pilot Ray Fowler.

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Pilot 85

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Welcome to my 144th weekly routes article! I have analyzed subjectively exciting services that began or resumed in the past week or so. As I will be in Bahrain next week for Routes Worldcome and say hello if you are also attendingthe next article will be on October 15. As usual, multiple other example launches are listed at the bottom.

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Airlines Airline 109

AOPA

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As a flight instructor, chances are you will live a long life, fly thousands of hours, and instruct hundreds of students who go on to have many years of accident-free flying.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Asia-Pacific airlines are performing excellently this year, and collectively, they are around 36% ahead of international traffic compared to the same time last year. Between January and August, the region's airlines carried 240 million passengers, and with the busy end-of-year and Lunar New Year festivities approaching, they will finish the year on a high.

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Approach Airlines Airline 109

One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 1, 2024

For the month of October, the Etihad Guest program is offering a promotion that can earn you bonus miles when you transfer points to the program from a partner. Earn bonus Etihad miles for points transfers Between October 1 and October 31, 2024, Etihad Guest is offering up to 40% bonus miles when you transfer points to the program from select partners.

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Airline Airlines 84

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Aircraft carriers are the USN's primary power projection tool, but they're also fat juicy targets. What are the 5 biggest threats to the "flattops?

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AOPA

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The airspeed indicator in most twin-engine airplanes has two redlines: one at the top of the yellow arc, and one near the bottom of the green arc.

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Airplanes 82

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Airports are evolving from simple transportation hubs to visually attractive places passengers love sharing on social media. It may sound strange, but some airports have long been attracting tourists from all over the world precisely because of their internet fame for their beauty, particularly on Instagram.

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Airline Economics

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Boeing is reportedly looking to raise around $10bn via a share sale to rejuvenate the cash reserves. According to a Bloomberg report, citing people familiar with the matter, the share sale would rejuvenate cash reserves deployed as the company contends with the ongoing machinists strike.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 1, 2024

With negotiations between Boeing and union members not reaching any conclusion, the aircraft manufacturers workers across Washington and Oregon continue to strike and have now lost health coverage provided by the company. As things escalate, the union is urging Boeings new CEO to truly engage with the workers to end the strike.

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Chase Ultimate Rewards has just launched its latest transfer bonus. Actually, it’s a trio of transfer bonuses, and I think some members will find this to be worthwhile… Chase offering 30% bonus on Avios transfers Between October 1 and October 31, 2024, Chase Ultimate Rewards is offering a 30% bonus when you transfer points to British Airways Executive Club.

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Airline Airlines 81