Aerotime

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

A B737-400 DHL cargo aircraft crashed near Vilnius Airport (VNO) early morning on November 25, 2024. The incident occurred at around 03:30 CET / 05:28 EET. Based on details from flight tracking website FlightAware, the cargo aircraft took off from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) at 03:08 CET According to local news outlet Delfi Plus, the aircraft crashed on Žirnių street, a residential area, and specifically fell on a two-story residential building.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

A DHL Boeing 737 freighter traveling from Leipzig, Germany, to Vilnius Airport (VNO), has crashed near Liepkalnis Hill, located along the approach path to the airport's runway.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Star Alliance has opened its first lounge in Asia at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in China for first and business class passengers. The new Star Alliance lounge, which will also be accessible to gold status customers on member airline flights departing from Terminal 1, was unveiled on November 21, 2024. Located in a dedicated space on the upper level of the existing airport lounge in the Terminal 1 international area, passengers will benefit from 750 square meters of space which

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Airline Airlines 250

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

In another sign of growing cooperation, the United States delivered its first military aircraft Beechcraft T-6C Texan II trainersto Vietnam. The US Embassy in Vietnam hailed the occasion as heralding better cooperation between the countries ahead. Through the Nine Dash Line (called the Cow's Tongue Line in Vietnam), China claims some waters and islands Vietnam considers its own.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The Moroccan flag carrier Royal Air Maroc is celebrating the arrival of the airline’s tenth Boeing 787 Dreamliner as part of an order placed in 2023. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner arrived at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) on November 24, 2024, and was welcomed by a traditional water salute. In July 2023, Royal Air Maroc signaled that the airline was looking to expand its fleet of over 50 aircraft, to 200 planes in the next 15 years.

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Airline Airlines 266

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The Block 70/72 is the latest iteration of the venerable F-16 Fighting Falcon model series. The new F-16V, or Viper, incorporates a host of avionics enhancements and new and improved capabilities in the primary systems, all of which promise better performance and operational versatility for the 5th Generation battlefield.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Finnair has been forced to cancel around 300 flights in the face of a pre-Christmas pilots’ strike which is set to affect approximately 33,000 customers. On November 24, 2024, Finnair said that the Finnish Air Line Pilots’ Association had advised the Finnish flag carrier that the strikes will be held on December 9 and 13, 2024. “It is disappointing that the Finnish Air Line Pilots’ Association has chosen to strike rather than negotiate.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Turkish Airlines has rapidly grown its presence in the United States, serving more destinations than ever. The carrier's unique geographical advantages, extensive fleet, and strategic network planning have made it a significant player in transatlantic travel. Here's an in-depth look at why Turkish Airlines has a substantial US presence.

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AV Web

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The FAA says it will throttle traffic over the holiday weekend to mitigate expected staff shortages. The agency got ahead of the inevitable misery with a news conference at Reagan National on Friday and Administrator Mike Whitaker told reporters safety is paramount. “During the Thanksgiving travel period, we will use traffic flow management initiatives to deal with any staffing shortages on that particular day in this airspace, and we expect to have some of those shortages,” Whitaker said.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Hundreds of flights have been canceled at airports nationwide this weekend as Storm Belt sweeps across the United Kingdom. According to the aviation analytics company Cirium , 121 departing flights were canceled at UK airports today, following 126 cancellations yesterday. This equates to over 6% and 5% of scheduled services, respectively.

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AV Web

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The Royal Canadian Air Force says it’s standing down its CF-18 demonstration team for the 2025 season while it gets ready for its new fleet of CF-35A fighters. The first aircraft won’t start replacing the 40-year-old CF-18 Hornets until 2029 but there is apparently much to do in the interim. “To commit more resources to this transition, for the 2025 Air Show season, the RCAF will not stand up its typical CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team, but will instead showcase a small number of non

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Jet 100

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Boeing's South Carolina plant has submitted environmental permit applications as the aircraft manufacturer looks to boost 787 production from its plant in North Charleston.

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AV Web

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

One pilot and a photographer were killed and the co-pilot injured in the crash of a Civil Air Patrol Cessna 182 in Colorado on Saturday. Colorado Gov. Jared Polis issued a statement identifying the deceased as pilot Susan Wolber and photographer Jay Rhoten. The injured co-pilot, Randall Settergen, was airlifted to a hospital. The accident occurred during a routine training flight in a mountainous area of Larimer County in northeastern Colorado.

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Pilot 92

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Running an airline is no easy business, and dozens of financial considerations must come into play for the management team at a major airline. We at Simple Flying have extensively discussed how airlines historically operate on wafer-thin profit margins , and how the difference between a bankrupt airline and a profitable one is often a carrier's ability to manage its complex cost structure.

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Airline Airlines 102

One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

During my two times to Latin America review trip , I had the chance to check out the Aeromexico Salon Premier at Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX). This was prior to flying Aeromexico’s 737 MAX business class to Miami. I’m conflicted about this lounge. On the one hand, it actually has a decent food selection, barista coffee, table service, and a spa area (with paid treatments).

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Airline Airlines 88

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

In the 1960s, amid the height of the Cold War, the United States Navy decided to experiment with a new kind of aircraft. This versatile fighter jet concept would be able to operate off the decks of Navy aircraft carriers with unparalleled efficiency. When taking off of aircraft carrier decks, these jets could push their wings forward, enabling them to fly with stability at lower speeds and capitalize on the additional lift generated.

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AV Web

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

It is that festive time of year. Frosty air combined with wet leaves blowing up against my hangar door signaled that this is the season for an owner-assisted annual for my humble Cessna 140. I think that owner-assisted annuals are the best way to do this chore. I learn quite a few things every year, and the cost of doing it this way is far less expensive than a “retail” annual at the local maintenance shop at the big airport.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The holiday season is fast approaching, and US airlines are gearing up for a significant surge in passenger traffic. This uptick in demand will span domestic and international travel, with millions of Americans flying to reunite with loved ones or embark on long-awaited vacations. Data from Cirium , an aviation analytics firm, shows how three major US carriers, American Airlines , Delta Air Lines , and United Airlines , are strategically deploying their fleets to meet this anticipated demand.

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AV Web

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Poll: What Pilot Skill Do You Need To Work On? Poll: What Pilot Skill Do You Need To Work On? Stick and rudder Navigation ATC communication Landings The post Poll: What Pilot Skill Do You Need To Work On? appeared first on AVweb.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

On August 29, 2024, Scaled Composites (a subsidiary of Northrop Grumman ) drew the attention of many when it revealed it had successfully first flown its new advanced Model 437. Only this autonomous vehicle had a cockpit and a pilot. The remarkable success, affordability, and rapid development of autonomous drones coupled with the United States Air Force apparently having second thoughts about the sixth-generation NGAD fighter , raises questions about whether the F-35 will be the US Air Force's

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Cockpit Jet Pilot 116

AV Web

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Almost all our respondents’ planes are at least safe. The post Last Week’s Poll Results: The Fleet Is Fine appeared first on AVweb.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

British Airways will expand its base at Cardiff Airport (CWL) as part of its 7 billion ($8.7 billion) transformation project. The investment in engineering maintenance facilities at Cardiff will help increase the airline's efficiency across maintenance operations.

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Airlines Airline 113

The Aviationist

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The flight consisted of two B-52Hs, two RAF Typhoon FGR4s and one Voyager aerial refueling aircraft. The bombers are involved in their first deployment in the Middle East since 2019, launched to deter Iran and its proxies. The conflict in the Middle East is drawing some serious flights of the U.S. Air Force’s B-52H Stratofortress […] The post RAF Typhoons and Voyager Tanker Join U.S.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Airport lounges have transformed from simple waiting areas to luxurious havens for travelers. Post-pandemic, airports and airlines invest in expansive, premium lounges offering far more than basic amenities. These spaces provide a serene escape from crowded terminals, featuring high-end dining, shower facilities, and comfort rarely found in standard airport environments.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Carrier Air Marshall Islands has placed an order with Textron Aviation for two twin-engine Cessna SkyCourier turboprops. Textron Aviation announced news of the purchase agreement on November 21, 2024, indicating that the Cessna SkyCouriers will be used to support travel throughout the communities within the Marshall Islands. Air Marshall Islands is a commercially operated airline owned by the government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands and is based in Majuro, the capital city of the c

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Airline Airlines 273

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Global hubs serve as vibrant showcases of the latest trends in fashion, style, and architecture. Many luxury fashion brands compete to establish a presence in major international airports like those in Dubai, London, or New York.

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One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

SWISS is the only major airline in the world to offer first class on all of its wide body aircraft, which includes Airbus A330s, Airbus A340s, and Boeing 777s ( and as of 2025, Airbus A350s ). The airline offers a solid first class , which I rank among the 10 best first class experiences in the world. The airline also has excellent first class lounges in Zurich , including both the Schengen and non-Schengen locations.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Fort Smith, Arkansas Ebbing Air National Guard Base has won the jackpot of basing 12 additional Lockheed Martin F-35 fifth generation fighter jets with almost 200 supporting personnel, dependent on a supplemental Environmental Impact Statement to confirm Ebbing Air National Guard Base and vicinity can handle the additional F-35s, most likely to support Singapore.

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Jet 110

AV Web

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Video from OKandrew Planespotting Channel: This video was shot six years ago by ctanislav1 but it was posted a couple of weeks ago and purportedly shows a virtually abandoned Il-96 started up after years of open air storage and flown away after what might have been a quick shakedown trip down the runway. It apparently got from Domodedovo Airport to Zhukovsky Airport.

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Runway 82

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

While we at Simple Flying are often quick to extensively examine the US airports that are most bound to see increases in passenger traffic, a few airports in the United States have continued to experience declines in passenger numbers. One of these airports, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), released a report in October 2024 that indicated a major decrease in passenger numbers, with the facility seeing 7.3% fewer passengers pass through its doors compared to October 2023.

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Airline Airlines 109

One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

If you’re into champagne, Singapore Airlines’ business class experience is about to get even better, as flagged by Mainly Miles. Singapore Airlines serving Piper-Heidsieck Brut Vintage 2018 New as of December 1, 2024, Singapore Airlines is serving Piper-Heidsieck Brut Vintage 2018 in business class throughout its network, on all routes that offer champagne (this just excludes flights to Kuala Lumpur, Medan, and Penang).

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Airline Airlines 108

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The Leonardo AW109 TrekkerM, also known as AgustaWestland A109, is a three-tonne military helicopter suitable for various battlefield and maritime missions, including troop transport, cargo resupply, Casualty/Medical Evacuation CASEVAC/MEDEVAC, Search and Rescue SAR, and special forces operations.

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Cargo 109

One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

On the blog I often mention mileage runs in passing. In this post I wanted to write specifically about what mileage runs are, and reflect on how the math on these has changed over the years. Spoiler alert — back in the day mileage running could actually make sense (assuming you enjoy flying), while nowadays it generally doesn’t. What is a mileage run?

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Airline Airlines 107

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Envoy Air , a vital regional affiliate of American Airlines , has officially taken delivery of its 121st Embraer E175 aircraft, registered N316GS. This milestone marks a significant step in Envoys ongoing fleet modernization and its efforts to enhance the regional service it provides across the United States under the American Eagle brand.

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Airline Airlines 109

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

An American Airlines passenger sustained a serious injury during a flight from So Paulo, Brazil, to Miami on Saturday. Severe turbulence forced the flight to return nearly two hours into the flight after the travelers leg was reportedly fractured from the episode.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The curtains are beginning to close for the A-10 Thunderbolt II (aka Warthog). The United States Air Force is set to retire 56 in fiscal year 2025 (around 20% of the remaining inventory) , reducing the number of A-10s in active service to around 200. Meanwhile, the US Air Force has stated it is about to retire the last of its Warthogs based in South Korea , and these will be replaced by F-16 Fighting Falcons (upgraded with fifth-generation-like software).

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Piaggio Aerospace is a multinational aerospace manufacturing company based in Genoa, Italy. The company designs and manufactures aircraft, as well as a range of aerospace structures and components. Piaggio Aerospace, a subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company PJSC of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, was founded in 1884 by Rinaldo Piaggio.

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Jet 109