Aerotime

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A stowaway has been discovered onboard a Delta Air Lines flight heading from New York to Paris. The individual involved was reportedly arrested upon the aircraft’s arrival in Paris and the authorities are now investigating how such an incident could have occurred. The stowaway, a female of unknown age, was discovered as the flight carrying flight number DL 264 headed to Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) from New York-JFK Airport on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Greenland's capital received its first long-haul flight today as Air Greenland inaugurated the new Nuuk International Airport (GOH) with a direct service from Copenhagen. Thanks to a new runway, this is the first time Greenland's largest city has been able to accommodate widebody jets, and Simple Flying was onboard for the historic occasion.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The owner of Air Europa has confirmed that the French-Dutch multinational airline Air France-KLM has expressed an “interest” in the Spanish carrier. The confirmation comes as news circulated that Air France-KLM was in talks with the Air Europa owner Globalia over a 20% investment in the airline. On November 27, 2024, euronews reported that Globalia, which owns 80% of Air Europa, said that “there is interest […] but currently nothing is closed”.

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Airline Airlines 301

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Argentina's aviation regulator has scrapped the country's age cap for commercial pilots, letting them fly for longer without being forced to retire. Previously, the single-pilot age limit was set at 60 years old, while the multi-pilot limit was at 65. Argentina could be followed by other countries in the coming years as international efforts to raise the mandatory pilot retirement age continue.

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Pilot 135

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

In an announcement made on November 27, 2024, easyJet revealed an increase of 34% in annual profits for the 12 months ending September 30, 2024. The low-cost carrier achieved a profit before tax of £610 million ($775 million) as the airline cashed in on record-breaking passenger numbers using its services in the summer of 2024. The airline’s figures revealed the profits before tax rose by £155 million ($197) from the same period in 2023, while the profit per seat achieved was £6.08 ($7.72), up 2

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Airline Airlines 301

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Despite decades of negative press, the F-35 Lightning II is not only the world's most advanced tactical fighter jet but also a bargain price when measured by fly-away costs. This may seem strange given how many sensational headlines have been running saying the jet is over budget and will cost $2 trillion over its lifespan (an impressive sounding figure almost never given any context).

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Jet 132

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

In an incredibly busy week, low-cost carrier Jetstar has unveiled a brand-new uniform for 6,000 staff members while welcoming its first ever Airbus A320neo aircraft. On November 28, 2024, the Qantas Group subsidiary airline announced that the first of its new next generation Airbus A320neo aircraft arrived at Melbourne Airport (MEL) earlier in the week.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) has officially started simultaneous three-runway operations for the first time allowing more aircraft to take off and land together. Construction of the Three-runway System (3RS) began in 2016 and culminated in a special ceremony at the airport on November 28, 2024, where invited guests watched triple runway operations start in real time.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Amazon Air , the dedicated cargo airline of the e-commerce giant, has strategically established hubs at major airports worldwide to support its rapidly growing logistics network. These hubs are pivotal to ensuring fast, reliable deliveries and extending Amazon’s market reach globally. Each airport was chosen for its unique strengths, including connectivity, infrastructure, and proximity to Amazon’s key markets.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has fined a former Wizz Air executive for trading company shares when he wasn’t permitted to do so and failing to disclose his trades. According to the FCA, ex-chief supply chain officer András Sebők traded shares while in the position of a person discharging managerial responsibility (PDMR) at Wizz Air – a role that means key safeguards are in place to protect against market abuse.

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Airline Airlines 274

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) has officially launched its three-runway system. During the inauguration ceremony, three aircraft took off and landed simultaneously. In light of the news, the airport aims to restore its status as an international hub, which it lost due to the strict COVID-19 restrictions in Hong Kong.

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Runway 126

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 rolled backward and away from its parking stand at Delhi Airport in India after its crew reportedly failed to set the parking brakes correctly. No one was injured on the aircraft, which remained undamaged by the event. However, one cabin crew member suffered a minor injury because of the incident, which is now being investigated.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Air Canada is taking a big step in modernizing the airport experience by extending its Digital Identification program to nearly all domestic flights leaving Vancouver International Airport (YVR) as of December 3, 2024. This expansion places Air Canada as the first Canadian airline to provide this advanced boarding option, and it comes after a trial project that successfully used face recognition technology for a few flights.

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Airline Airlines 122

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Johannesburg-based Airlink has announced it will undergo a change of leadership in 2025. The revelation comes following the decision by its current CEO and Managing Director, Rodger Foster, to step down at the end of March 2025 after almost 33 years at the company’s helm – the carrier’s entire history. Airlink’s current Chief Financial Officer, de Villiers Engelbrecht, will take over from Foster as the company’s new CEO with effect from April 1, 2025.

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Airline Airlines Jet 250

Vintage Aviation News

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Thunder Over Michigan, hosted by the Yankee Air Museum in Ypsilanti, Michigan, is renowned as one of the most popular air shows in the United States. This year, the organizers are orchestrating what promises to be the largest gathering of TBM Avengers in decades. According to Michael Luther, the air show’s director, they anticipate hosting the world’s largest “Turkey” gathering—a playful nod to the Avenger’s nickname.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 rolled backward at a gate at New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in India because the flight crew reportedly failed to set the parking brake.

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One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A Delta transatlantic flight had an unaccounted for passenger this week, as first flagged by @xJonNYC. Amazingly enough, the plane made it most of the way to Paris before the crew caught on. Delta flight from New York to Paris has extra passenger This incident happened on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, and involves Delta flight DL264 from New York (JFK) to Paris (CDG).

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Middle Eastern giant Emirates already has around 200 Australian pilots in its ranks, and next week, it is hosting a recruitment drive in three Australian capital cities to attract more. Emirates recently announced significant eligibility changes that open up more scope for aspiring pilots to fly widebody jets with the airline, including non-type-rated first officers and direct-entry captains.

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Vintage Aviation News

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Aviation in Alaska is unlike anything else in the world. Whether it is driven by tourism, hunting and gaming, commerce, or simple outright survival, anything goes in America’s 50 th state. This is especially true at Ted Stevens International Airport (ANC) in Anchorage where within the span of just 30 minutes, almost regardless of weather, you’ll see float planes of every ilk sharing the sky with 747s and C-47s.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A stowaway passenger has traveled across the Atlantic after evading multiple security checkpoints at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The passenger did not have a boarding pass, yet was somehow able to board a Delta Air Lines flight to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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Thrust Flight

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

An airplane elevator is arguably the most important of the three primary flight controls. It is, after all, the one that gets you up off the ground. And once you’re off the ground, it’s the one that makes the aircraft stable and keeps you flying at your altitude. It’s one of the basic components of […] The post Airplane Elevator: What Is It and How Does It Work?

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The Boeing F-15EX Eagle II is among the most demanded fighter jets after the Lockheed F-35. Introduced in 2021, it is a fourth-generation jet known for its air superiority and survivability. Boeing is now confronting pressure from the US and the purchasing countries to expedite the production of its fighter.

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Jet 116

Thrust Flight

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

In aviation, we spend a lot of time discussing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the associated rules and regulations. But there are other agencies and rules at play sometimes. One of those times is when you use aviation radios. Radios fall under the regulatory guidelines of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and the FCC […] The post How To Get an FCC License appeared first on Thrust Flight.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A French Navy Dassault Rafale M fighter jet has successfully aerially refueled an Airbus A400M using the NARANG refueling pod developed by Safran. While this refueling capability has been around since 2021, the recent test was the first involving an A400M and was performed at a slower airspeed than usual to replicate the E-2 Hawkeye's speed.

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Jet 116

One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Global aviation in Europe is very much controlled by the “big three” European airline groups — Air France-KLM, IAG, and Lufthansa Group. These airline groups often try to buy up independent airlines, both to further their strategic interests, and to prevent competitors from doing the same. Recently, we’ve seen Air France-KLM acquire a stake in Scandinavian Airlines , and we’re also seeing Lufthansa Group acquire a stake in ITA Airways.

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Airline Airlines 114

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A 31-year-old man from Northridge, California, was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on November 6 after authorities discovered over 70 pounds of methamphetamine concealed in clothing, including a cow-themed pajama onesie, according to the US Department of Justice. This person had been preparing to board a United Airlines flight bound for Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport , Australia, when his luggage raised suspicions, leading to a seizure of the illegal drugs.

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Airline Airlines 111

AV Web

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

An Alaskan pilot has been making headlines for her unique Thanksgiving tradition— air dropping turkeys to her neighbors who live off the grid. Esther Sanderlin says she’s been dropping “turkey bombs” for the last three years. Sanderlin told local news station KTUU that the idea came to her after hearing one of her new neighbors say they planned to serve squirrel meat as their protein for Thanksgiving dinner. “I just had a thought at that moment, you know what, I’m gonna drop them a t

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A typical US Boeing 757 passenger flight will cover 1,034 nautical miles (1,915) km) this winter. This is virtually unchanged compared to the peak summer, largely because the vital core domestic links, including Delta Air Lines from Atlanta to Florida, remain critical. However, the longest list looks quite different due to the many summer seasonal 757-operated transatlantic services and equipment swaps to right-size capacity with winter demand.

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Airlines Airline 111

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Prospective owners requiring six seats and a large payload capacity typically have to spend $150,000 to $300,000 to obtain these capabilities. From the Piper Cherokee Six to the Cessna 206, 207, and 210, most options are quite sought after with correspondingly high acquisition costs. But for someone willing to absorb the marginally higher operating cost of an older airframe, today’s bargain provides many of the same benefits for only $64,900.

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Payload Airplanes Pilot 94

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

At 9:47 a.m. on November 28, the Chinese self-developed Comac C919 , bearing the registration number B-657T, successfully completed ferry flight MU9002 from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

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Ferry Flight Airlines Airline 111

AV Web

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Air Safety Institute (ASI) released the 34 th edition of its annual general aviation safety report noting that flight hours and total accidents have increased, while fatal accidents have decreased. The report, known as the Richard G. McSpadden Report, covers a comprehensive look at general aviation safety data for the calendar year 2022.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is expanding its East Asian network by adding the first-ever direct route between Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) and Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), which is set to launch next September. The news comes as the airline observes growing air travel demand among South Korean travelers visiting Scandinavia.

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Airline Airlines 111

Airline Geeks

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Uganda's regulations limit ACMI contracts to six months, prompting the airline to seek additional capacity in the coming months.

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Airline Airlines 103

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Qatar Airways is the world's 41st largest operator by flights this winter. Partly thanks to its narrowbodies, which operate more than a fifth of its services, it has more flights than any other Middle Eastern airline except Saudia. The Saudi flag carrier benefits hugely from the domestic market, which Qatar obviously does not have. Indeed, when only international flights are considered, Qatar Airways ranks 10th globally.

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Airline Airlines 111

AV Web

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A group of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) students won first place in a national competition with research demonstrating how drones can help reduce wildlife strikes at airports. Anna Golendukhina, an Aviation master’s student and one of the authors of the research, explained how drones improve wildlife monitoring. “Drones not only make the process more cost-effective but also significantly enhance the ability to identify different wildlife species simultaneously.

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Approach 99

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Hawaii to Australia is a relatively well-trafficked route. In December 204, three airlines operated a total of 141 flights (in both directions). JetStar offers the most seats, with its two routes from Honolulu to Sydney and to Melbourne. Hawaiian Airlines and Qantas offer fewer, with flights only to Sydney.

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Airline Airlines 111

One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

During my two times to Latin America review trip , I had a roughly seven hour layover at Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia. I was arriving in Boliviana de Aviacion’s A330 business class , and was connecting to GOL’s 737 MAX premium economy. In the previous installment, I reviewed The Lounge VIP , which is the airport’s primary lounge in the international terminal.

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Airline Airlines 110