Aerotime
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
International Airlines Group (IAG) announced a deal to source sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Infinium, a US power-to-liquid e-SAF producer. Under the terms of the contract, which was announced during Aviation Carbon 2024, which is taking place at London-Heathrow (LHR) from November 25 to 26, 2024, IAG will pay a set price for this SAF over a 10-year period.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
China Southern Airlines, the largest airline in Asia by fleet size, has announced its decision to sell all 10 of its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft and two spare GEnx-1B70/P2 engines. According to an official intent solicitation notice posted on its website, the sale will be conducted through open bidding. The aircraft, averaging a service life of over a decade , are expected to be delivered to the buyer between 2025 and 2026, pending board approval.
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Aerotime
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Emirates, the world’s largest airline as well as the Official Airline Partner and Principal Partner of the AC Milan soccer team based in Italy, has unveiled a striking new A380 special livery to mark the club’s 125th anniversary since it was first incorporated. The livery sees the airplane emblazoned with the club’s trademark colors of red and black, to “celebrate the Rossoneri’s 125 year-legacy of excellence and generational impact on global football,” says the airline.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
After considerable delays, which seems to be the norm nowadays, Emirates finally took delivery of its first of 65 Airbus A350-900s on November 25. The aircraft, which is registered A6-EXA, left Toulouse at 17:00 and, following an unusual route, arrived in Dubai 7h 17m later at 03:17 local time the next day.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
EVA Air of Taiwan has revealed expansion plans that will see the Taipei-based carrier launch a new route Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW) from its home base at Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) on November 3, 2025. The new 7,718 miles (12,349km) flights are expected to operate five times per week using either Boeing 777-300ERs or 787 Dreamliners. According to the airline, Dallas ranks as the world’s third-busiest airport in terms of passenger volume.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
A Delta flight attendant has been charged with attempted second degree murder, after repeatedly stabbing another flight attendant during a New Orleans layover. Gosh, this is awful. Layover gets violent for flight attendants in New Orleans A 36-year-old Delta flight attendant has been arrested, following a spree of violence that happened during a layover in New Orleans early Monday morning.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
British Airways has unveiled a new Concorde-inspired first class suite that will feature on Airbus A380 flights starting in 2026. The British flag carrier described the new first class suites as “reflective of modern British luxury travel” that combine “elegant design features” wrapped in a “game changing” product. British Airways said on November 25, 2024, that it wanted passengers to experience a “modern luxury hotel feel” alongside “home comforts and thoughtful British touches”.
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Aerotime
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Airports across the United States are expected one, if not, the busiest holiday travel weekends in their history as the 2024 Thanksgiving holidays get underway. While many will take to the country’s highways for their holiday getaways, many millions will take to the air to escape for a few days, between November 25, 2024, and December 1, 2024. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says it expects to screen around 18.3 million people at US airports during the period.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
United Airlines continues to be dissatisfied with the air traffic control situation at its primary hub at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The United States has been grappling with a shortage of ATC personnel, and some airports, like Newark, have been affected more than others.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
The Maldives isn’t exactly known as a budget travel destination, but is instead known for its endless resorts with overwater villas. Well, a vacation to the Maldives is about to become even more expensive, as the country is greatly increasing its airport fees for travelers, along with increasing some other taxes. The Maldives’ new $50-240 airport departure tax For tickets issued as of December 1, 2024, the Maldives will be hiking the taxes that it charges air travelers (this is based on ticketin
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Recently, noted entrepreneur who helped PayPal and Tesla become worldwide brands plus successful rocket man as leader of SpaceX and Starlink; Elon Musk decided to start posting on X formerly Twitter about of all subjects, the F-35 Lightning II. Musks tweets would set off a global rebuttal, including from Billie Flynn, former F-35 test pilot and current military aviation pundit.
AV Web
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), in association with the Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) initiative, posted a warning today (posted below in italics) for pilots regarding concern over misfuelling as new unleaded fuels of varying types and octane levels are starting to make their way to market. It cautions pilots to ensure their aircraft – particularly those requiring high-octane fuels – are not misfueled with “the wrong type, grade, or mix of fuel.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Finnair has upheld its capacity as the 'Official Airline of Santa Claus' by flying the man himself from Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi to London to kick off his international tour. Santa flew onboard a Finnair Airbus A350 before catching the Heathrow Express train into Paddington station.
Thrust Flight
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
The I’M SAFE checklist is one of the first introductions to human factors that student pilots receive. It helps pilots identify possible reasons why a pilot might not be fit for flight. The checklist boosts self-awareness amongst all pilots. Most of the items on the list are pretty self-explanatory. For example, I is for illness–are […] The post How to Manage Stress During Flight Training appeared first on Thrust Flight.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Another aircraft collision at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) in quick succession has raised concerns about proper adherence to on-ground protocols. This came just a day after two planes belonging to American Airlines and Frontier Airlines clipped wings at the airport.
Vintage Aviation News
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Back in October, we provided an update on the restoration progress of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia’s P-47N Thunderbolt (s/n 44-89136). Since then, the highly skilled volunteer restoration team at Falcon Field in Peachtree City, Georgia, has continued their meticulous work to return this iconic WWII fighter to airworthy condition.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
There are undoubtedly countless airline passengers each year who are frustrated with their seat assignments or grow angry because of a seat assignment between two less-than-ideal seatmates. However, most typically react the way airlines would expect you to, by remaining silent and simply hoping the flight will pass by quicker.
AV Web
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
From IFR Magazine reader Thomas Clements: I frequently fly my Saratoga from Glens Falls, New York, to Ogdensburg, New York, over the Adirondack Mountains and through several large military operating areas (MOAs). The same controllers at Boston Center work both civilian aircraft and a lot of military aircraft. Recently, as I was approaching non-towered Ogdensburg, the Boston controller told me I was cleared for the RNAV 27 Approach and to maintain 3,200 feet until established.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Janet Airlines, the unofficial name for a highly classified fleet of passenger aircraft operated by clandestine contractors on behalf of the United States Air Force, serves some of the most secretive and intriguing destinations in the country.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
There’s not a day that goes by where I don’t learn something new about the airline industry — it’s one of the reasons I never get bored. I figured I’d share the “lesson” I learned today (thanks to Noa for pointing this out), since it’s one that caught me off guard. I’ve always been under the impression that the UK has the world’s highest tax on airline passengers, in the form of the Air Passenger Duty (APD).
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
There has never been an epoch in the history of military aviation that has been completely free of incidents that have resulted in a damaged or destroyed aircraft. This is due to the fact that aircraft are machines with hundreds of thousands of parts.
Flyertalk
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
The airline is now offering their digital bag tag for sale with an enhanced version based on trials and feedback. Digital Bag Tag Launches After Months of Testing The bag tag is now out after 18 months of testing from Alaska’s internal teams and Mileage Plus elites. With the new hardware, flyers can create their checked bag tag at home and take luggage straight to the drop-off at the airport.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
On Tuesday, November 26th, 2024, a runaway dog successfully escaped an aircraft at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG), requiring officials to shut down multiple runways as an indirect result. Upon receiving reports from Air France and airport authorities that a dog had escaped from a cargo hold, an immediate search of the surrounding area was required to bring the escapee back to its owner and prevent it from causing any additional problems.
Thrust Flight
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
There are many cases where individuals get their Private Pilot License (PPL), stop flying for a while, and then go back to try and fly again. And then they’re left wondering, “does a private pilot license expire?” Unfortunately, you can’t hop into a plane after 20 years of not flying and be ready to go. […] The post Do You Have to Renew Your Private Pilot License appeared first on Thrust Flight.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
The United States Air Force ( USAF ) rank structure follows a clear progression from new recruits to the top brass. Rank determines not authority or responsibilities. It can indicate an individual's career path and open certain opportunities for different roles.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
It’s an exciting time for Emirates, as the Dubai-based carrier has just taken delivery of its very first Airbus A350-900. The airline has 65 of these jets on order , and it’s the first new aircraft type Emirates has taken delivery of since 2008. There’s now an update , as the airline has moved forward the inaugural flight for the aircraft, given the increased certainty with the timeline.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
United Express will offer 17 daily flights between Newark and Washington Reagan from May. Using Cirium Diio to explore the airport pair's frequency in the past 20 years shows that a high of 18 daily departures was offered on nearly 400 days between 2021 and 2023, with up to 10 daily flights in 2024. Newark slots might come from United Express cutting three short Newark routes from the end of March.
Airline Geeks
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Hourly flights are set to return between New York and Washington, D.C starting in May 2025 with up to 17 daily frequencies.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Brazilian carrier Azul Linhas Aereas (Azul Brazilian Airlines) welcomed its latest aircraft into the fleet on Monday, receiving its latest Embraer E195-E2 jet. This is the fifth aircraft the carrier has received so far this year.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Several months ago, Air Canada closed one of its lounges in the United States, so that it could undergo a refurbishment. There’s now a positive update, as the lounge has reopened as of today. Details of the Air Canada Lounge LAX The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has reopened as of today, November 26, 2024. The lounge has just undergone a refurbishment, whereby it was expanded by around 250 square feet, got power outlets at every seat, and received modern
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Fighter jets often evoke images of military might, high-speed dogfights , and top-secret operations. But did you know that some fighter jets operate outside of government hands? Enter Draken International, a private company that owns and operates one of the largest fleets of privately operated military aircraft in the world.
AOPA
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
AOPA and California-based complainants asked the FAA to issue its determination "without further delay" in a recent filing—restating that Santa Clara County's 2022 "unprecedented fuel ban" violates the county's obligation to operate a safe airport.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
When first-class comfort and magnificent performance is the main priority, the Bombardier Challenger 300 is the answer. Known for its extraordinary cruising speed, the super mid-sized business jet is the perfect blend of performance, comfort, and modernization.
Airline Geeks
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Massachusetts-based Cape Air has unveiled a new livery on one of its aircraft, which will be a treat for those in the Caribbean.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Delta Air Lines is one of the largest airlines in the world. Founded in 1925 as a crop dusting company, Delta has now grown its network to more than 290 destinations in 52 countries on six continents. Based in Atlanta, Deltas biggest hub is at the worlds busiest airport, HartsfieldJackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
AOPA
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
The FAA approved the integration of Dynon Avionics’ SkyView HDX displays with the Trio Pro Pilot autopilot, expanding economical autopilot options for pilots flying a range of certified aircraft. The approval includes all type-certified aircraft for which the two-axis, approach- capable Trio autopilot is already available.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Lockheed Martin's famously secretive Skunk Works has demonstrated a human controller flying an L-39 Albatros jet controlling a pair of old L-29 Delfin jets being flown with artificial intelligence (AI).
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