Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2024

The Lufthansa Group has announced that it will be applying an environmental surcharge to all tickets issued from June 26, 2024, for flights departing the EU, the UK, Norway, and Switzerland from January 1, 2025, onwards. The surcharge is aimed at paying for the increased usage of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and to cover additional costs derived from adjustments to the EU Emissions Trading S ystem (EU ETS) and the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA).

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Airlines Airline 287

Cranky Flier

JUNE 26, 2024

It may be summer, but it’s never too early to start thinking about next year’s Cranky Network Awards, and that ones after that. After all, it’s the highlight of the year for every single attendee. * In 2025, we are very excited to be returning to Phoenix on the evening of Thursday, February 27, thanks to our host, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

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Approach 130

Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2024

magniX, a developer of electric propulsion systems for aviation, has announced the launch of a new battery line for electric and hybrid-electric aircraft, including eVTOLs and helicopters. The new battery, called “Samson300”, features an energy density of 300 Wh/Kg and a battery life cycle of 1,000 full discharge cycles, as well as improved thermal runaway protection, active cooling during charging, and passive inflight cooling. magniX also highlighted the possibility of integrating the new batt

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Airline Airlines 255

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

Etihad Airways has shown off a new special livery painted on one of its A321neo jets to commemorate its 20th anniversary. The locally-inspired design features both Arabic and English with artwork depicting Abu Dhabi landmarks.

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Jet 126

Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2024

Volotea, the Barcelona-based low-cost regional airline, has announced it is entering into a joint venture (JV) with Abra Group, the parent company of avianca and Brazilian low-cost carrier GOL. In a post published to LinkedIn, Volotea outlined some details of the agreement, which aims to facilitate connectivity between Latin America and Volotea’s extensive European network via Madrid (MAD).

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Airline Airlines 255

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

As it nears its first anniversary since rising from the ashes, state-owned Mexicana de Aviacin has firmed up a previously talked-about order for 20 Embraer E-2 jets. A similar story emerged in February this year, but as this development came directly from Embraer earlier this month, it most certainly can be relied upon.

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Jet 122

Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2024

Qantas has announced the roll out of French-inspired onboard items in preparation for its direct flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) which will commence on July 12, 2024. The new year-round route will see Qantas operate to the French capital for the first time in nearly two decades, cutting around three hours from the current fastest travel time from Perth to Paris.

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Airline Airlines 231

Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2024

Spanish space startup PLD Space announced, on June 24, 2024, that it is investing €10 million to set up a new launch complex for its MIURA 5 rocket at the Guiana Space Center (CSG) in Kourou, French Guiana. The facility is going to be located within the European spaceport, which is owned and managed by the French Space Agency (CNES) and the European Space Agency (ESA).

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Hangar 228

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

A United States Air Force AC-130J Ghostrider has arrived in South Korea to conduct drills with America's South Korean allies in a show of "iron-clad commitment." It arrived ahead on June 12 for the two-week-long drills. Recently, the US also sent B-1 Lancer bombers for drills in Korea for the first time in seven years. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have been on a roller-coaster of high and not-so-high ever since the end of the 1953 Korean War.

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Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2024

The new Delta One Lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in the United States (US) represents a new era for the airline as it focuses entirely on its highest paying passengers. According to Delta Air Lines , the new lounge, which opens for the first time on June 26, 2024, is designed with its premium customers in mind with extraordinary amenities and furnishings that would not look out of place in a five-star hotel.

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Jet Airline Airlines 222

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 26, 2024

KLM is launching flights to Portland, representing the carrier’s 21st destination in North America. However, this new service will come at the expense of Delta’s existing flight, so the implications for consumers are fairly limited. KLM adds Amsterdam to Portland route as of October 2024 As of October 27, 2024, KLM will launch a new year-round flight between Amsterdam (AMS) and Portland (PDX).

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Airline Airlines 117

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

Yes, that's right; fresh on the heels of doing separate articles on the J-20 and the F-35, this reporter is now doing a tandem article on both of these high-tech aerial weapons systems.

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One Mile at a Time

JUNE 26, 2024

New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is currently undergoing a major redevelopment. As part of this, we’re supposed to see the opening of the new Terminal 6 in early 2026. While we’ve known that the terminal would be occupied by JetBlue and Lufthansa Group, an additional airline has just been announced… Cathay Pacific will relocate to JFK Terminal 6 Cathay Pacific has announced that it will move to JFK Airport Terminal 6, once the facility opens in early 2026.

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Airline Airlines 110

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

On June 23, the Spanish-Portuguese operator Iberojet inaugurated flights between Madrid and Orlando International. It marked the carrier's start in the US. With only a weekly operation, Iberojet has the dubious distinction as if it matters of being the foreign airline with the fewest US flights (excluding US territories).

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Airlines Airline 116

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 26, 2024

For the next segment of my Allegris round the world journey , I flew Kuwait Airways’ Airbus A330-200 first class on the two hour flight from Cairo (CAI) to Kuwait (KWI). I don’t want to be too critical of a short two hour flight, since you can only expect so much (and it’s not like Kuwait Airways is regarded as one of the world’s best airlines). While the flight was perfectly pleasant, there was nothing first class about it.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

If you have ever flown through Zurich Airport (ZRH), you might have spotted a peculiar sight: several airBaltic aircraft operating out of the same gates and terminals as Swiss International Air Lines, trading as SWISS. That was no coincidence since airBaltic and SWISS have had an agreement in place, whereupon the former would operate flights on behalf of the latter, utilizing its fleet of all-Airbus A220-300 aircraft.

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Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 26, 2024

PRESS RELEASE The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) has released the results of its economic and fiscal impact studies around last year’s final National Championship Air Races (NCAR) in Reno. Conducted by the University of Nevada, Reno’s Center for Regional Studies, the Economic Impact Study shows that there were 80,434 nonlocal attendees to the event which brought a total estimated economic impact of $158,641,993 to our region.

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Jet 87

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

On Tuesday, June 25, it was revealed that Wheels Up had laid off approximately 11% of its pilots. According to AIN Online , the company cited a staffing imbalance as the reason for the layoffs. Wheels Up also stated that the company was seeing a sharp decline in pilot attrition rates through the first half of the year. This is most likely due to hiring slowing down at airlines and other charter services.

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Pilot Airlines Airline Jet 116

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 26, 2024

While we’ll see if this materializes, there are reports that Qatar Airways is preparing to invest in Virgin Australia. Qatar Airways could buy 20% stake in Virgin Australia Qatar Airways is reportedly negotiating to take up to a 20% stake in Virgin Australia, in a deal that could shake up the Australian aviation market. Qatar Airways is of course owned by the Qatari government, while Virgin Australia is owned by Bain Capital, and has been wanting to go public.

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Jet Airlines Airline 94

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

Airbus has revealed a reduction in its profit forecast, which has sent its shares plummeting. The European airplane maker continues to face issues related to its supply chain, and a shortage of parts has affected the production of the bestselling A320 family of aircraft.

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Airplanes 116

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 26, 2024

Delta has just revealed the location for a fourth Delta One Lounge, which West Coast travelers will no doubt be excited about… Delta One Lounge SeaTac coming early 2025 We’re finally seeing Delta One Lounges come to life. The Delta One Lounge New York (JFK) opens today, and Delta had previously revealed that we’d see Delta One Lounges in both Boston (BOS) and Los Angeles (LAX) before the end of 2024.

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Airline Airlines 94

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

The Bombardier Global family of aircraft represents the pinnacle of luxury, performance, and technology in the business aviation industry. These aircraft are designed to meet the needs of the most demanding travelers, offering impressive range, speed, and passenger capacity. In this article, we explore the seven aircraft in the Bombardier Global family, ranked from the smallest to the largest range.

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AV Web

JUNE 26, 2024

Boeing insists its first crewed mission of the Starliner capsule is “going well” despite another delay in the return of its astronauts from the International Space Station. In a statement on Wednesday, the company said the delay is part of the program and not a failure. “It is a test flight,” the company said. “The mission is still going and it is going well.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

Togo-based pan-African airline ASKY plans to add at least two new aircraft annually over the next few years to enhance its fleet and serve new international destinations. However, the lack of aircraft availability and production delays could force the airline to rethink its strategy.

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Airlines Airline 116

Airline Geeks

JUNE 26, 2024

Despite potential regulatory headwinds, JSX is adding a batch of new routes this winter and resuming service to Salt Lake City.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

Flight Global has reported that Switzerland will domestically assemble four Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter jets as part of Switzerland's purchase of the jets from the United States. Switzerland expects to receive three dozen F-35A jets by the end of the decade, ensuring that its air force remains relevant in the 21st century. F-35A fighter jets are arguably the most advanced fighter jets currently available on the export market.

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Jet 111

Aviation Bussiness News

JUNE 26, 2024

British postal service and courier company Royal Mail has announced that Glasgow Prestwick Airport will be its newest international e-commerce hub in the UK. Royal Mail says the airport was chosen due to the numerous benefits it offers over alternative airports throughout the UK, including offering up to half of the cost of landing at some UK hubs. Nico Le Roux, development director at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, said: “We are confident that our new ‘Fast and Efficient E-commerce Solu

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Air Traffic Control Cargo Airline Airlines 98

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

As one of the most identifiable airlines on the planet, Emirates has gotten used to being in the spotlight. This has pros and cons, and Emirates continues to aim big and revolutionize how we travel from A to B. Emirates serves all inhabited continents from its Dubai-based hub with its Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft fleet. The airline will soon welcome the Airbus A350-900 and, eventually, the Boeing 777-8, 777-9, and 787-10.

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Airlines Airline 111

Inspire

JUNE 26, 2024

As pilots, each flight teaches us something new — about aviation, about the world, and about ourselves. I’ve been flying for two years, but in that time, I’ve experienced moments that have changed my perspective forever. One such extraordinary flight happened last summer and remains etched in my memory as a lesson in resilience, adaptability, […] The post Turbulence and Triumph: Lessons Learned About Flying (and Life) first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Turbulence Hangar Pilot 96

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

Dallas Love Field (DAL) is one of the primary airports serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Several public transportation options are available for passengers looking to avoid the hassle of driving and the cost of long-term parking. This guide covers how to access the airport using public transit and transport options.

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Air Facts

JUNE 26, 2024

Choosing the best IFR route — Advanced IFR, by PilotWorkshops Air Facts Journal In this excerpt from Advanced IFR , by PilotWorkshops, follow along on this scenario-based IFR route selection exercise as we plan a flight from Oceana, CA (L52), to Monterey, CA (KMRY), using ForeFlight Route Advisor. As you can see, there are many variables to consider when planning an IFR route including weather conditions, airspace, aircraft capabilities and ATC preferences.

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Weather Pilot 98

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

It took a while, but that doesn't matter. On June 26, the day I wrote this article, the UK regained its only scheduled passenger Boeing 747 service. This is because of Korean Air , whose London Heathrow operation has switched to the 747-8i (hereafter the 747-8) during the summer. While the country has dedicated 747 freighter flights from various carriers, its last passenger jumbo service was in 2020.

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AOPA

JUNE 26, 2024

Emmy Dillon got the aviation bug early and started flying gliders with the Civil Air Patrol at 14. Her mom likes to joke that she could fly a plane before she could drive a car. Since then, her general aviation flying, and professional career have really taken off.

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General Aviation Pilot 97

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

FLYJETS is a convenient online and mobile platform specializing in private aviation that functions as a full-service travel agency. Customers can search for and book private jet flights to a wide range of destinations across the globe by leveraging a vast network of operators that partner with the agency. This allows for a seamless and flexible travel experience tailored to the specific needs and preferences of the customers.

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Jet 111

Airline Geeks

JUNE 26, 2024

The massive new Delta One Lounge features spaces that pay tribute to the lounge’s host city, a fine dining restaurant, and a designated wellness space.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2024

The Lufthansa Group is introducing an environmental surcharge to all flights departing the European Union (EU), as well as the United Kingdom, Norway, and Switzerland, with the latter two being part of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). The airline group argued that it would be unable to bear the additional costs related to environmental concerns.

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Airline Airlines 111

AV Web

JUNE 26, 2024

Pilots attending EAA AirVenture 2024 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, could offset some of their expenses by participating in a paid FAA research study. The agency is offering prepaid gift cards valued at between $300 and $500, depending on current medical privileges at the time of the study. Participants must have logged flight or simulator time within the previous six months.

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Pilot 99