Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Ethiopian Airlines is celebrating the near arrival of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000 in what will be a historical moment for the continent and commercial aviation. Executives from Ethiopian Airlines and Airbus met on November 4, 2024, at Toulouse Blagnac Airport (TLS) for a special ceremony where ownership of the first A350-1000 was officially handed over to the carrier.
Cranky Flier
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
After more than 50 years without scheduling a single redeye flight, Southwest has finally made the move. The initial batch of redeyes start in February, but the airline just released its summer schedule and the airline will be up to 33 routes by then. I think conventional wisdom suggests that this is mostly a way to reduce unit costs, something that has been a real concern at Southwest as of late.
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Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
A seven-week strike by Boeing workers has ended after 58% of union members voted to approve a new pay deal that will see incomes rise by 38%. After votes were held on November 4, 2024, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Districts 751 and W24 announced that a new ratified contract would see Boeing workers receive a 43.65% compounded wage increase.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
German leisure airline Condor has announced some interesting route additions within Europe for the summer of 2025, as we’ll see the airline increasingly fly between major cities. This is great news for competition, and for consumers. Background on Condor’s unusual route network It’s probably useful to start by providing a bit of background. Condor has reinvented itself quite a bit in recent years.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Brussels Airlines has confirmed that its next Belgian Icon livery will be dedicated to the Atomium, a famous atom-shaped landmark located on the outskirts of the Belgian capital. The design was selected from the five finalist proposals, which had been selected from nearly a thousand entries submitted by the public as part of an open contest. Brussels Airlines has been running the Belgian Icon initiative for a number of years, selecting a limited number of aircraft to represent world-famous Belgi
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Science fiction may make it look like fully autonomous flight is just around the corner, but for now, we’re still relying on human pilots. And while pilots are incredibly skilled problem-solvers, they’re still human. That means emotions and snap decisions can sometimes get in the way. In aviation, even the smallest decision matters to safety. So, in this article, you’ll learn about five attitudes that can steer pilots off course and how to spot and correct them.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
FlySafair, one of South Africa’s largest airlines, is in trouble over an alleged breach of the country’s foreign ownership rules. In response to a complaint filed in 2022 by competitor airlines Airlink and Lift, South Africa’s International Air Services Council (IASC) has determined that FlySafair is majority-owned by Ireland-based aviation and logistics group ASL Holdings.
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Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Vermont-based advanced air mobility developer BETA Technologies has received an order for 20 ALIA-250 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft from Metro Aviation, a provider of emergency air services. Based in Louisiana, Metro Aviation is a private, family-owned business which operates a fleet of 170 aircraft providing emergency and medical services throughout the United States.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
In the gleaming corridors of a modern training center in Miami, the iconic Pan Am globe logo still gets attention. This timeless icon, previously linked to luxury air travel and global connectivity, represents more than just aviation history. The Pan American Flight Academy , the final operating section of Pan American World Airways, has survived and is still influencing aviation training today.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Air Canada is reportedly planning to bring previously withdrawn Boeing 767-300ERs out of retirement in a bid to meet surging demand while new aircraft delays continue to plague the airline. In a recent statement to investors, Air Canada officials said that two Boeing 767-300ER widebodies will be returned to performing passenger services as a temporary measure while the carrier awaits the delivery of new Boeing 787 Dreamliners from Boeing which is facing ongoing supply and delivery issues across
Vintage Aviation News
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The Vulcan to the Sky Trust continues to wait patiently for the City of Doncaster Council (CDC) to announce the new operator for the airport. Council officials have communicated that they are working diligently behind the scenes to facilitate the airport’s reopening process. In a recent news report, the Mayor of Doncaster, Ros Jones, commented, “The procurement of an operator is in its final stages of due diligence.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Indian businessman Rakesh Gangwal, co-founder of low-cost carrier IndiGo, has been appointed independent Chair of the Southwest Airlines board of directors, replacing Executive Chairman Gary Kelly. Kelly served in this role since 2008, when he took over the roles of Chairman and CEO from Southwest Airlines’ co-founder Herb Kelleher. This appointment takes place amid a reshuffling of the airline’s board, which was one of the requests put forward by investment fund Elliott Investment Management af
AV Web
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The Piper M-Class Owners & Pilots Association (PMOPA) introduced its new M-Class training programs at its annual convention over the weekend (November 1-5) in Austin, Texas. The meetup included more than 300 attendees and saw 65 Piper PA-46-model aircraft on the ramp at Austin Executive Airport. The new safety initiatives, launched by the association’s Safety & Education Foundation (PCOPA SEF) include the M-Class Elevate training program and the M-Class Standardized Instructor Pilot (MSI
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Hawaiian Airlines has unveiled a new collection of retro travel accessories marking the carrier’s 95th year of operations from the Pacific archipelago. The range of goods, produced in conjunction with the locally-based ALOHA Collection has been designed to acknowledge the carrier’s service to the Hawaiian Islands over the past nine decades and is being sold both online as well as in stores.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Last week, American low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines celebrated 25 years of service to Bradley International Airport. When the airline began serving the airport, the huge difference in prices forced competing airlines to drop their prices. This month, the airline has nearly 700 flights scheduled to the Connecticut airport on six routes.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Emirates has officially returned to Edinburgh, reinstating its flights from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) for the first time since 2020. The aircraft, one of the airline’s B777s, was welcomed by the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo when it touched down. | It's great to have you back, @emirates. A big day celebrating the airline's return to Scotland's busiest airport, with a helping hand from @EdinburghTattoo.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Boeing has more than 7,700 orders for its 737 in backlog, and with the production of the single-aisle jet in limbo, the chances of getting a new aircraft anytime soon are, at best, remote. With demand still at high levels, the pressure is on airlines to get more aircraft in the air, so for many, that means leasing aircraft that are not configured the same as their main fleet, which can cause issues for customers.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Doncaster-Sheffield Robin Hood Airport (DSA) is hoping that flight operations will resume at the airport in 2026 after a buyer was identified for the facility. The airport, which closed its doors to commercial flights in November 2022 , is hoping that the news will give airlines time to plan for their own return to the gateway that saw 230 flights departing per month before its closure, with low-cost airline Wizz Air being its leading carrier.
Ask the Pilot
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
November 3, 2024 THE OTHER DAY I flew an overtime trip. It was four days long. I spent the morning of day one at home, departing in the afternoon. I was on the road for the next two days, then home again by 6 p.m. on day four. Over that span, I earned more money than I earned in an entire year at my first airline job. You read correctly: I made in four days what I made in twelve months flying for Northwest Airlink in 1990.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
A single-engine aircraft was forced to perform an emergency landing on a Bay Area highway during rush hour when it ran out of fuel. The incident occurred on November 4, 2024, just after 07:00 local time. According to the California Highway Patrol, the plane, a CubCrafters CC11-160, landed on southbound Highway 85. [link] The pilot was the only passenger and the plane managed to land without hitting any vehicles or injuring anyone.
Inspire
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266, Montreal There is a dynamic to two people working in a cockpit. For a long time now, the modern airliner has only had two crew members. Days gone by it had three or four. Today, on a wide-body airliner, the CARs (regs) stipulate when a third or fourth […] The post The Dumbing Down of the Flight Deck first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
It has been announced that Deutsche Aircraft and RTX’s Pratt & Whitney Canada powerplant division are to collaborate to ensure that the German manufacturer’s under-development D328eco regional aircraft can fly on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from its entry into service, planned for 2027. On November 4, 2024, the parties revealed that they had concluded a short series of five emission and contrail measurement flights using Deutsche Aircraft’s D328 UpLift research aircraft using a full
World Airline News
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Ethiopian Airlines, has taken delivery of its first of four A350-1000 from Airbus in Toulouse, France. The first of its kind to be operated by an african based operator, the A350-1000 will enable Ethiopian Airlines to enhance its premium service on key destinations including Washington D.C., London, Paris and Frankfurt. To date Ethiopian Airlines operates a fleet of 21 A350 Family aircraft.
Airline Geeks
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
United took delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner since March 2023 on Tuesday. The new aircraft features a special paint scheme.
Vintage Aviation News
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
PRESS RELEASE Mark your calendars for the chance to enjoy all the aviation and space offerings of The Museum of Flight , while getting your Star Wars fix! On November 9 the Museum of Flight’s galleries will be alive with dozens of beeping, rolling and spinning droids during the R2-D2 Builders Club Expo. Enjoy a day with R2 and dozens of delightful droids.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Today, American Airlines celebrates the upscaling of aircraft on its popular Charlotte to London Heathrow route, adding a Boeing 777-300ER, an improvement from the existing Boeing 777-200ER.
Airline Geeks
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Singapore Airlines introduces new business and first class products on its A350s, with first class coming to A350-900ULRs.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Passengers at New York Citys LaGuardia Airport (LGA) encountered an unusual intruder on Monday morning, which caused quite a stir. A raccoon dropped from the ceiling, startling Spirit Airlines passengers, many of whom started running around in panic.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Air New Zealand is undertaking a unique initiative, which is cute… I think? Air New Zealand’s Thirteen Forty Five wine label Air New Zealand has announced that it’s getting into the world of winemaking. The Star Alliance airline will launch a wine label named Thirteen Forty Five, with the name paying tribute to the airline’s inaugural flight from Auckland to Sydney, which covered a distance of 1,345 miles.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The International Air Services Council (IASC) of South Africa has found FlySafair to be in breach of foreign ownership restrictions. The Johannesburg-based low-cost carrier faces undisclosed sanctions just a few weeks after its tenth anniversary.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Currently EL AL is the only airline flying between Israel and the United States, and as you’d expect, fares are sky high. A second Israeli airline now wants to compete with EL AL, though I’m skeptical about this becoming a reality. Israir wants to lease planes to fly long haul Israir has announced plans to launch nonstop flights between Tel Aviv and New York, with the hope of this service launching during the upcoming winter season.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) has confirmed that it will begin operating with its long-touted three-runway system (3RS) at the end of November, increasing the capacity at the airport, which was once one of the busiest in the world.
Vintage Aviation News
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia will honor Veterans Day and Women at War during its final Open House of the year on Nov. 10. Women at War recognizes all World War II women’s military organizations. All activities are free at the Airbase hangar, 1200 Echo Ct., Peachtree City, adjacent to the Atlanta Regional Airport – Falcon Field, from noon to 4 p.m.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Plenty of American airports bear the names of famous people. These range from actors to musicians, and politicians to athletes. The United States has nearly 20,000 airports, and just over 5,000 are public airports.
Airline Geeks
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Ethiopia’s flag carrier has taken delivery of the first of four Airbus A350-1000s from Airbus in Toulouse, France this week.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
First taking to the skies on January 1st, 1983 with Eastern Air Lines, the Boeing 757-200 was by far the most popular aircraft in Boeing's 757 family. Despite over 900 757-200s being sold, the aircraft's order book eventually dried up by the end of the 1990s, leading the manufacturer to make a decision it has been regretting ever since.
Airline Geeks
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Fraport AG, the operator of Frankfurt Airport, is testing a 200-meter stretch of road on the airfield made from cashew-based asphalt.
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