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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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.

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Pilot 116

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.

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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.

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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.

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Airlines Airline 286

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).

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Airlines Airline 128

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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Airlines Airline 143

Vintage Aviation News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Fisher P-75 Eagle stands as one of World War II’s unique experimental aircraft, designed by the Fisher Body Division of General Motors (GM) to answer an urgent need for an American interceptor with exceptional climb rates and powerful performance. Though it ultimately never saw large-scale production, the P-75 Eagle exemplified the ambitious engineering efforts of the time, especially given GM’s commitment to the war effort.

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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.

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Jet Airlines Airline 113

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Hong Kong Airlines recently celebrated its 18th anniversary by unveiling a new strategic development plan to provide a roadmap for its future growth. The cornerstone of the new plan will see the carrier make a return to the long-haul market in early 2025 as the airline looks to restore its international network. This strategic move will kick-start the airline’s transformation from a regional carrier to an international airline, with a focus on expanding its global route network.

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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.

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Aileron Airlines Airline 105

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

GPS spoofing and jamming have become a phenomenon in recent years, especially around war zone areas. The aviation industry has discovered that there have been more incidents where navigational systems have been disrupted and false times or locations have been reported. However, flight control systems have remained intact, thankfully. In a joint statement, EASA and IATA said, "Interference can pose significant challenges to aviation safety.

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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.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Sweden has a history of building some of the world's most notable and yet least-known fighter jets. While the Canadian Avro Canada CF-105 Arrow interceptor was canceled and became a failure, the concurrent Swedish fighter interceptor Saab 35 Draken proved a success. This was a remarkable aircraft and was the first known aircraft to perform the kort parad (short parry) maneuver much later popularized by the Soviets and renamed the Cobra Maneuver.

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Jet 105

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Among both Cessna and Piper single-engine types, there are three general categories available. The least expensive tend to utilize the least powerful engines and, while economical, lack climbing and high-altitude capabilities. On the other end of the spectrum, larger options utilize more powerful 235 hp (or greater) engines and have correspondingly greater acquisition and operating costs.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The United States Air Force is easily the world's most formidable air force ( arguably followed by the US Navy/Marines and the combined Chinese Air Force ). The US Air Force is estimated to have around 4,000 aircraft (or 5,000 if trainers and drones are included). 4,000 aircraft compares to China's 3,150 and the Navy/Marines' combined 3,300. Here are five of the most common Air Force aircraft by type.

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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.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Charles Rolls, co-founder of Rolls-Royce , is one of the most interesting pioneers in aviation. He was also one of the first people to be killed in an aviation accident - by the legendary Wright Flyer no less. His untimely death meant he would have little input into the development of the company that still bears his name - although he accomplished a number of firsts in aviation and British history before his death.

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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

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

As of December 2024, Air Canada, Canada's premier airline and flag carrier, continues its extensive global operations with a robust fleet of widebody jets. The airline's long-haul international routes demand high-capacity, fuel-efficient aircraft capable of carrying hundreds of passengers across continents with minimal layovers.

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Jet Airlines Airline 111

Airline Geeks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The route is scheduled to commence on May 11, 2025, operating three times per week on WestJet's Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

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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.

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Pilot Jet 132

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.

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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.

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Airlines Airline 126

Airline Geeks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport completed its roughly $110 million runway rehabilitation project earlier this month.

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Runway 109

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.

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Air Traffic Control Airlines Airline 126

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.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The aircraft crashed in Liepkalnis at 05:28 Lithuanian time.

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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.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is launching an investigation after a collision at Boston Logan International Airport on Monday.

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AV Web

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

A panel from the U.S. Senate reported today that rising airline fees for seat assignments and luggage are on the rise and called for airline executives to testify on December 4. The hearing, titled “The Sky’s the Limit – New Revelations About Airline Fees” will be convened by Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn). He is the chair of the Senate’s Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations and has summoned executives from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Unit

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Airlines Airline 98

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.

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Airlines Airline 119

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.

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Airlines Airline 98

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.

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Airlines Airline 116

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.

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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.

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Airlines Airline 116

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.

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