Aerotime

AUGUST 20, 2024

Qatar Airways has acquired a 25% equity stake in South African airline Airlink, one of Africa’s largest carriers. The deal, which was signed on August 20, 2024, in Doha, builds upon years of collaboration between the two airlines, which already codeshare some of their flights. After this equity investment, the two airlines are expected to strengthen their partnership, enhancing the connectivity between their respective networks, cooperating in the commercial sphere and linking their respective l

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Cranky Flier

AUGUST 20, 2024

Right before I went on vacation, Spirit announced that it would be switching up how it sells tickets , going into bundled fares that would make marked differences in the product you’d get onboard. Late last week, the pricing was revealed, so now let’s take a look at how it’s been constructed. To start, we have to look at the bundles themselves.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 20, 2024

Swedish battery developer Northvolt has announced that it is moving its aviation-focused subsidiary Cuberg from California, United States, to Sweden. Northvolt acquired Cuberg, a startup founded by Stanford University researcher Richard Wang, in 2021 with the idea of diversifying away from its automotive business and expand into new promising markets such as aviation.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Boeing 777X program has faced another setback after a post-flight inspection of one of the aircraft led to the discovery of a failed engine mount, pausing the certification campaign of the type.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 20, 2024

Two US green energy firms, LanzaTech, and its sustainable aviation fuel spin-off, LanzaJet (which is currently an independent company) are joining forces with Australia’s Wagner Sustainable Fuels and Boeing in order to invest in a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) refinery in Brisbane, Australia. The project, which also has the backing of the government of the state of Queensland, where the plant will be located, will expand Australia’s SAF production capacity through the use of LanzaTech’s Circul

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

Hailstorms are more than just a minor inconvenience for aircraft; they represent significant hazards that can compromise safety, cause costly damage, and disrupt operations. Here are five key reasons hail poses such a danger to aircraft and a deeper understanding of hail as a weather event.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 20, 2024

Chinese carrier Juneyao Airlines has announced plans to launch new direct flights between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Shanghai’s Pudong International Airport (PVG). The thrice-weekly flights will commence on December 19, 2024, and will be operated using the carrier’s flagship Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Flight schedules will increase to daily during the peak holiday season in January and February 2025.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 20, 2024

Business aviation, frequently visualized through the lens of opulence and exclusivity, plays a much more essential role in the global economy than it is often credited for. It is a significant economic contributor, fostering job creation, trade, and investment on a global scale. Let’s explore the impressive facts and figures that outline its remarkable economic impact.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

Recently, Simple Flying was honored to interview AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. CEO Bill Irby about his drone manufacturing company's unique capabilities. Unlike General Atomics larger reconnaissance drones , the 90-minute endurance drones can be hauled in a backpack and operated with a day of training by a single operator. Also, unlike DJIs consumer drones, AgEagles drones come with more endurance and multiple camera options including a 3D mapping option.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 20, 2024

The World Aviation Festival is naming Wings of Support as their official charity partner for 2024. Wings of Support was founded in 1998 by KLM pilot Marius den Dulk and remains largely funded by donations from KLM employees. In 2023 alone, Wings of Support raised over €600,000 for 67 projects, benefitting 16,378 children. Wings of Support focuses on funding initiatives to support disadvantaged children from destinations KLM flies to.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

With its new Delta Business Travelers program, US carrier Delta Air Lines is reaffirming its commitment to those who travel for work. Separate from its existing SkyMiles for Business corporate program, the new initiative is targeted at anyone with work-related travel, regardless of company size, and offers perks for the remote worker.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Boeing 777X is Boeing’s latest and (theoretically) greatest aircraft, which is eventually supposed to become the largest passenger jet in production. The catch is, the plane has experienced some major certification issues — while the plane was supposed to start commercial service in 2020, that timeline has now been pushed back until 2025. Well, there’s now potentially yet another setback, as reported by The Air Current.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

US-based ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines has announced that 50 lucky winners will receive a six-month "All You Can Fly" pass. This pass will allow passengers to travel to any of the airline's domestic and international destinations within its route network. Of course, some terms and conditions must be followed.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 20, 2024

In late 2023, Alaska Airlines announced plans to acquire Hawaiian Airlines, in a $1.9 billion deal. Up until now, there had been questions about whether the deal would get approval, given that the Department of Justice (DOJ) has been pretty aggressive with blocking mergers. We’ve now learned that the DOJ doesn’t plan to challenge this takeover. While there are still some closing conditions that have to be met, I think it’s safe to say that it’s highly likely this deal will end up being finalized

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

On August 1, a flight school based in Northern Virginia closed its doors and filed for bankruptcy shortly after. The school, American Aviation Flight School, allegedly closed due to its large business debt, which totaled between $10 million and $50 million, per the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association ( AOPA ). However, students who were enrolled in the flight school were allegedly directed that they would not be receiving refunds for previously submitted deposits.

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iPad Pilot News

AUGUST 20, 2024

Understanding pressure altitude and GPS altitude in aviation apps iPad Pilot News Ten years ago, ForeFlight introduced synthetic vision and gave pilots a new way to view the world on their iPads. Nowadays, most other aviation apps offer a similar view. In addition to a 3D view of terrain and obstacles this shows glass cockpit-style tapes for speed and altitude, making it an excellent backup tool in case of panel avionics failure.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

Earlier this summer, an industry-leading jet card and fractional buyer's guide, Private Jet Card Comparisons , released its latest upgrade for helping users find their ideal private jet provider. This new program is called the Decider Custom Analysis Report. This program allows private jet users to save time by identifying for them the providers and programs that match their needs when selecting a new private jet flight program.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 20, 2024

It’s common for airlines to offer some sort of status challenge or status match program, in order to lure frequent flyers who are loyal to competing airlines, but are considering a switch. In the United States, most major airlines offer some sort of a status match challenge opportunity, including Alaska , American , Delta , Southwest , and United.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

A series of unidentified flying object (UFO) reports around a highly classified US Air Force base in California have coincided with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposing temporary flight restrictions in the area. United States Air Force Plant 42 - home to advanced military aerospace development projects - has experienced a surge in suspected drone incursions within the past few months.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 20, 2024

Marriott and Uber have a partnership, allowing Bonvoy members to earn points when spending with Uber and Uber Eats. If you haven’t yet participated in this collaboration, there’s an incentive to do so right now. New members can earn 1,000 bonus Bonvoy points At the moment it’s possible to earn 1,000 Marriott Bonvoy points when you link your Uber app and your Marriott Bonvoy account, and complete one qualifying ride.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

In the ever-evolving aviation industry, innovation and efficiency are key drivers of progress. Alaska Airlines is eyeing a new aircraft design that could reshape the future of air travel. The airline has expressed keen interest in JetZero's Blended Wing Body (BWB) aircraft a design that not only catches the eye but also promises impressive fuel efficiency and environmental benefits.

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 20, 2024

The sixth episode of Black Sheep Chronicles: VMF-214 in World War II is now on YouTube. Last year ( HERE ), Gamble unveiled an exciting new series of episodes focusing on the renowned Black Sheep Squadron (VMF-214). His debut book, “The Black Sheep,” published in 1998, offered a highly engaging narrative that not only expands but also corrects the historical account of VMF-214 and its legendary squadron leader, Greg “Pappy” Boyington.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

Black boxes, also known as flight recorders , are crucial to aviation safety. They are designed to withstand extreme conditions and record various types of flight data, as well as cockpit audio. This information helps determine and reconstruct the events leading up to, during, and immediately following aircraft accidents.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 20, 2024

Today, Delta has announced the launch of Delta Business Traveler , described as the first time that a US airline has launched a dedicated program for all business travelers, regardless of the company’s size or relationship with Delta. Sounds exciting, eh? When I first heard about this, I was intrigued. While most US airlines have business rewards programs, they generally have some minimum size and revenue requirements.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

With college football season just around the corner, airlines are adding special flights to offer convenient travel options to sports enthusiasts. United Airlines, too, has announced several flights for fans who want to see their favorite teams play at key matches.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 20, 2024

Plans have just been announced for yet another Park Hyatt location, and it’s one I’m very excited about. However, we’ll have to be very patient… Park Hyatt Sapporo opening 2029 Hyatt has entered into a management agreement with Heiwa Real Estate Co. Ltd., for the opening of the Park Hyatt Sapporo in 2029. The 157-key property will feature culinary and wellness experiences, an indoor swimming pool, and space for meetings and events.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Airbus A340 quadjet is becoming a rare sight in commercial aviation as newer and more fuel-efficient widebody aircraft are replacing it. According to ch-aviation data, a total of 82 airframes are currently listed to be in active service.

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 20, 2024

PRESS RELEASE he Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum Board of Directors announced today that Scot Laney will assume the role of CEO effective immediately. Laney is a highly respected pillar of the community and former Museum Board Director with an affinity for all things history. His proven track record of helping non-profit organizations to scale, combined with his broad range of professional experience and his reputation for effective execution and dynamic leadership made him the perfect can

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

Airlines in todays market rely heavily on agreements and partnerships to boost profits and provide the most extensive route networks for passengers. One common and important partnership is codesharing , which involves a ticketing airline selling seats on a flight operated by another airline.

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 20, 2024

PRESS RELEASE The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force’s monthly Author Talk series is proud to host the United States debut of Brian E. Krapf’s new book A Churchill Treasury | Sir Winston’s Public Service Through Memorabilia on August 25th at 2:00 pm. This program will take place on August 25th at 2:00 pm at the museum.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

World War II was a time of revolution for aircraft engines - especially jet engines. The German Junkers Jumo 004 was the world's first production turbojet engine in operational use. Soon after, the British Nene was reverse-engineered by the Soviets post-war to develop the Klimov RD-45 and Kilmov VK-1 (which were used in the MiG-15). Jet engines continued to develop through the Cold War and to the present.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Department of Justice (DOJ)'s deadline to review the proposed merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines expired early Tuesday morning.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

Flying is one of the most carbon-intensive activities. According to a report by Our World in Data , the aviation industry accounts for 2.5% of global CO2 emissions. With greenhouse emissions reaching record highs, the industry has pledged to reach zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 20, 2024

On Monday, Kenya Airways announced its financial results for the first half of the year, revealing a profit after tax for the first time since 2013.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

The ATR family is a popular passenger and freighter turboprop aircraft that was first developed in 1988. The aircraft type was created by a joint venture of Arospatiale known as Avions de transport rgional in French or Aeri da Trasporto Regionale in Italian. The ATR 72 was produced from the original and smaller variant, the ATR 42, which was first produced in 1984.

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Aviation News

AUGUST 20, 2024

The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of the Netherlands of CH-47 and AH-64 Helicopter Training.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 20, 2024

Alaska Airlines has announced a major investment in JetZero, which will see the airline supporting the aircraft developer as it works to bring a new Blended Wing Body aircraft to market. The JetZero airliner is purported to provide the operator with considerable savings in fuel burn and carbon emission by as much as 50%.

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