Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Advanced air mobility firm BETA Technologies announced on October 31, 2024, that it had closed a $318 million Series C funding round. The round, which was priced higher than its predecessors, was led by Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund. Some current shareholders, such as Fidelity Management and TPG Rise Climate, took the opportunity to increase their participation in the venture as well.

Aviation Technology 286

Aviation Technology 286

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Those booked on Air Indias nonstop flight between Delhi and New York JFK will now get to fly the route on the carriers brand-new Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The ultra-long-haul flight is one of the carriers most popular and prestigious international routes and passengers can now expect new onboard products across all cabins on the A350.

Airlines 131

Airlines Airline 131

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

On October 29, 2024, a British Airways Boeing 777 touched down at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) ending a hiatus of four years since the carrier last operated direct flights from London to the Thai capital. The first flight back to Bangkok departed London-Gatwick Airport (LGW) at 22:00 local time on Monday, October 28, landing in Bangkok the following day at 15:55 local time, 15 minutes ahead of schedule.

Airlines 278

Airlines Airline 278

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The United States Marine Corps has released its final conclusions regarding why it lost an F-35B in South Carolina on September 17th, 2023. The conclusion is the loss of the F-35 stealth fighter jet was mostly due to pilot error and that the " pilot incorrectly diagnosed an out-of-controlled flight emergency and ejected from a flyable aircraft, albeit during a heavy rainstorm compounded with aircraft electrical and display malfunctions.

Pilot 111

Pilot Jet 111

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

It has been revealed that one of Europe’s leading aviation hubs, Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport (AMS), is to increase the fees it charges to airlines by a total of 37% over three years, as a countermeasure to the impact of high inflation and interest rates. On October 31, 2024, the airport authority announced that will airlines pay an average of 15 euros ($16.31) more for a local departing passenger in 2027 than they do at present.

Airlines 278

Airlines Airline 278

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

While most of us today know the “Red Baron” mainly as Snoopy’s arch nemesis in the lighthearted Peanuts world, during the days of World War I, the sight of a red triplane was sure to strike fear into any pilot’s heart. The pilots of the day knew that the red triplane would likely lead to their deaths. At the controls sat Manfred von Richthofen, an ace 16 times over with 80 confirmed kills.

Pilot 98

Pilot Airplanes 98

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

After weeks of strikes, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) has urged Boeing workers to accept a new contract proposal. The IAM Union District 751, which represents 33,000 Boeing staff members in the Seattle area, said on October 31, 2024, that negotiators had “extracted everything” that they can during “bargaining”.

286

286

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Air India has completed its first Airbus A350 transatlantic flight by successfully landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York. The Air India Airbus A350-900 left Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) on November 1, 2024, at 02:49 local time, and landed in New York around 15 hours later at 07:47 local time. The journey comes in the wake of Air India’s first ever A350-900 flight leaving Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) for Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BO

Airline 286

Airline Airlines 286

One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In 2023, the Finnair Plus program adopted Avios as its rewards currency. I’d consider this to be a positive development, given the ability to transfer Avios between the various “flavors” of the rewards, with programs like British Airways Executive Club and Qatar Airways Privilege Club. When Finnair adopted Avios as its rewards currency, the airline also introduced an award seat guarantee , whereby the oneworld carrier guarantees a certain number of award seats per flight when the schedule first

Airlines 113

Airlines Airline 113

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

ANA Holdings, the parent company of Japan’s All Nippon Airways, has announced that it will maintain its full-year earnings forecast for the current year, despite seeing a slight drop in half-year profitability. The carrier is crediting robust demand for inbound Japanese and domestic travel as the reason for remaining optimistic about the full-year result to the end of March 2025.

Cargo 269

Cargo Airlines Airline 269

Flight Training Central

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

CFIs now required to document recency every 24 months Instead of renewing, CFIs will be required to document recency every 24 months via IACRA. What’s in the article? Why the change? What is changing? CFI Recent Experience Requirements CFI Reinstatement Options—New Three-Month Grace Period Qualifications for Training Initial Flight Instructor Candidates For more information Big changes are coming for certified flight instructors on December 1, 2024.

Pilot 98

Pilot 98

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Dubai-based mega carrier Emirates has announced a collaboration with Danish object developer Copenhagen Design through which the partners have unveiled an exclusive collection of everyday items inspired by the signature gold hue of Emirates’ iconic fleet branding and logo calligraphy. The distinctive ‘Emirates Pantone by Copenhagen Design’ collection features a range of items which includes keychains made of durable nylon with a special loop design, an easy-to-stow folding umbrella; a cotton tot

Approach 278

Approach Airlines Airline 278

Cranky Flier

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Are you sick of hearing about the Southwest and Elliott saga? Too bad! We tackle it again this week on The Air Show, despite Brian’s deep disdain for the topic. This time, we look forward now that the drama has been settled. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. (And note, we’re going dark next week since we figure everyone will be busy staring into the abyss as the election results unfold.

Airplanes 130

Airplanes Airlines Airline 130

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Details have emerged of an incident involving a Flair Airlines flight in Canada on October 24, 2024. The captain of the Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft sustained minor injuries following a birdstrike immediately after take-off from Toronto which resulted in a shattered port-side front windscreen panel. Flair Airlines flight F8641 was departing on a routine scheduled flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) heading to Winnipeg-Richardson International Airport (YWG).

Cockpit 286

Cockpit Airlines Airline Flight Deck 286

Fear of Landing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Yesterday, the 31st of October 2024, a Starlux Airlines flight bounced on the runway at Taoyuan International Airport in Taipei while attempting to land during the most severe typhoon that Taiwan has seen in thirty years. Typhoons are not uncommon in Taiwan, with a typhoon season spanning June to October. However, Typhoon Kong-rey arrived surprisingly late in the season, bringing stronger winds than anticipated.

Knot 97

Knot Runway Weather Approach 97

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The demand for air travel has never been higher than it is today, and consequently, the need has never been greater for airlines to equip their fleets, meet that demand and capitalize on it. But in the rush to get more planes flying, carrying passengers (and cargo), and earning revenue, the ever-present issue of safety and aircraft maintenance looms large.

Cargo 278

Cargo Jet Airlines Airline 278

Flyertalk

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The airline announced their newest first class cabin, Lufthansa Allegris , will launch starting on November 9, 2024. New First Class Features Heated and Cooled Seats, Personal Wardrobe, and Locking Door Flyers heading to Bangalore will be the first to experience the first class cabin when it becomes available on November 9. Six days later, the cabin will be available on flights to Mumbai aboard the airline’s Airbus A350-900.

Ceiling 98

Ceiling Airlines Airline 98

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Australian carrier Skytrans Airlines is preparing to receive the first Airbus A319 as part of its fleet, following the company’s purchase earlier in 2024 by Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest operator of ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) lease aircraft. The carrier, formerly an all-turboprop operator, will introduce its newest aircraft by the end of 2024, following the aircraft completing maintenance checks and a ferry flight from Europe to Australia scheduled to happen someti

Ferry Flight 268

Ferry Flight Cargo Airlines Airline 268

Alaska Air

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

After a successful test year in 2023, we're bringing back the opportunity for loyal guests to earn elite status by supporting sustainable aviation fuels. The program provides guests with the ability to take action on their travel-related carbon emissions by purchasing SAF credits while also earning Elite-Qualifying Miles. The post Choose a sustainability-aligned way to skip those year-end mileage runs: Alaska Airlines once again enables guests to support Sustainable Aviation Fuel while earning E

Airlines 83

Airlines Airline 83

Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Which Aircraft Use the Pratt Whitney R82800 Engine? The Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engine powered key aircraft like the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt and Vought F4U Corsair. This article delves into these aircraft and the engine’s impact on aviation history. Key Takeaways The Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp engine was a groundbreaking 18-cylinder radial aircraft engine that significantly influenced military aviation during and after World War II.

Aviation Technology 52

Aviation Technology Ceiling Approach Pilot 52

World Airline News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

American will expand its European network in summer 2025 with additional routes to Venice (VCE) and Naples (NAP) in Italy. American will also expand service to Rome (FCO) for summer. Together with oneworld® partners, customers have more ways to travel seamlessly to global destinations on their summer vacations. Start packing for next summer with more flights to Italy on American Airlines than ever before.

Airlines 64

Airlines Airline 64

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

AeroTime is excited to welcome Ann Cederhall as our columnist. An instructor with IATA on Airline Distribution Strategy and with Aeroclass on Airline Retailing, Ann is a frequent speaker and panelist at industry events. She has authored numerous highly regarded articles and white papers in the travel industry press. As one of the owners of the consulting firm LeapShift , Ann brings an extensive track record of delivering business value in project and product management roles worldwide.

Airlines 141

Airlines Airline Approach 141

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A United Airlines customer has been charged with assault after a sleeping man was attacked during a Monday trip on flight UA2247 from San Francisco International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia. A witness said that the victim of the attack was deaf and nonverbal.

Airlines 124

Airlines Airline 124

Airline Geeks

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Boeing dismantled its global diversity, equity, and inclusion department on Thursday as striking machinists are set to vote on a new contract.

124

124

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

US carrier Allegiant Air is no longer expecting to receive any additional Boeing aircraft this year. The leisure carrier received the first of 50 Boeing aircraft it has on order earlier this year as it transitions from an all-Airbus to a mixed fleet.

Airline 122

Airline Airlines 122

Airline Geeks

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Emirates is expanding its African network with new flights to Entebbe, Addis Ababa, and Johannesburg, offering increased connectivity.

121

121

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

SkyWest Airlines , which ended Q3 with a net profit of $89.7 million, has confirmed that it will operate 40 Mitsubishi CRJ550 aircraft on behalf of United Airlines, which it will acquire or convert in due time.

Airlines 119

Airlines Airline 119

Airline Geeks

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The announcement comes just over a month after the Fort Worth-based airline added five new long-haul routes in September.

Airlines 121

Airlines Airline 121

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Owning an aircraft can be an exciting opportunity, but is often a complex process, whether buying for business purposes or just to fly as a hobby. Taking a look at the current market, there are countless aircraft to choose from, all with different specifications, prices and characteristics.

General Aviation 119

General Aviation Jet 119

Vintage Aviation News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

PRESS RELEASE Recently, the original upper body humanoid robot was upgraded by the addition of two climbing manipulators (“legs”), more capable processors, and new sensors. While Robonaut 2 (R2) has been working through checkout exercises on orbit following the upgrade, technology development on the ground has continued to advance. (NASA) NASA is loaning Robonaut 2, the first humanoid robot to fly to space, to the National Air and Space Museum.

111

111

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Boeing and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District Lodge 751 and District W24, two unions whose members are currently on strike, have proposed a new tentative agreement (TA), which, unlike the previous offer, was endorsed by the IAM.

116

116

Airline Geeks

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The fuselage is predominantly white with the carrier’s name, "WestJet," displayed in a bold, modern font on the fuselage.

110

110

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

According to data (for November 2024) from " Cirium, an aviation analytics company ", two of the longest routes served by the De Havilland dash 8 of Porter Airlines are not non-stop flights but have through points.

Airlines 116

Airlines Airline 116

Vintage Aviation News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

It is often said that warbirds bring people together who might not have otherwise met and that they connect the ghosts of the past with those of us in the present. Such an interaction took place on October 12, 2024, at Easton Airport/Newnam Field (ESN) on Maryland’s Eastern Shore during the 14 th Annual Easton Airport Day. Airshows across the country typically open with a skydiving demonstration and this event was no different, at least from the outside.

Weather 105

Weather Pilot Cargo Tail 105

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The United States has seen a steady reduction in inflation in recent months, but one consumer spending category is still experiencing strong inflation. The consumer price index for airline tickets has shot up by 25% over the past year , the most significant increase since tracking began.

Airlines 116

Airlines Airline 116

Vintage Aviation News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This October, it was announced that a team of aviation mechanics and pilots who are part of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) intend to build a flying reproduction of a 1930s Curtiss Hawk II biplane fighter-bomber. However, while the Hawk II was more commonly associated with its service in the US navy as the F11C Goshawk and in the service of foreign air forces such as those of Bolivia, China, Colombia, Thailand, and Turkey, the Hawk which this team hopes to rebuild was associated with

Pilot 98

Pilot Airplanes Stability 98

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Canada's Porter Airlines has been having a particularly good year, especially with customer satisfaction. The airline's attention to detail has been paying off recently, as it has won awards and gained recognition.

Airlines 111

Airlines Airline 111