Aerotime

AUGUST 12, 2024

Ecojet, a UK regional airline startup that makes sustainability the core tenet of its value proposition , has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to acquire 20 LINX P9 gyroplane aircraft from ARC Aerosystems, with options for another 30. The LINX P9 is essentially a new take on the gyroplane. The gyroplane, also known as “autogyro” is a type of aircraft invented in the 1920s by Spanish engineer Juan de la Cierva, which combines characteristics of rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft.

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Alaska Air

AUGUST 12, 2024

We're partnering with James Beard award-winning chef Brandon Jew to reimagine our First Class menu, offering an exclusive dining experience this month for guests on flights between San Francisco and New York (JFK). The post Michelin-starred Chef Brandon Jew cooks up new First Class menu for Alaska Airlines appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 12, 2024

AirExplore is pleased to announce that it has signed a contract with Nigeria-based Air Peace to lease four aircraft from November 2024 through March 2025. The four 737-800 aircraft will operate under damp-lease agreement to bolster Air Peace’s capacity. AirExplore provides the aircraft, pilots, maintenance, and insurance, with Air Peace providing the remaining cabin crew for domestic flights within Nigeria.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

Guam, the largest island in Micronesia, is one of the more important regions where United Airlines operates. Earlier this year, it was announced that the carrier would operate the route connecting Guam and Tokyo. Currently, United also has a daily flight from Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (GUM) to Tokyos Haneda Airport (HND). This 1,555-mile-long journey takes approximately four hours to complete in Uniteds Boeing 737-800.

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Airlines Airline 126

Thrust Flight

AUGUST 12, 2024

You might admire flat spins at the airshow, but you never want to find yourself in one—outside of perhaps a planned aerobatics lesson. Flat spins result from several things going very wrong, and they are potentially unrecoverable. Here’s a look at what constitutes a flat spin and how one could happen. We’ll also look at […] The post What Is a Flat Spin?

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

The CASA C-295 (now the Airbus C295) is a medium tactical transport aircraft first built by the Spanish aerospace company CASA (now part of Airbus ). The first C-295 flew in 1997 and came into service for the Spanish Air Force in 1999. Since then, it has been ordered and put into service in many air forces and configured to perform many different roles.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 12, 2024

Qatar Airways is known for offering one of the world’s best business class experiences , with an industry leading hard and soft product. Could the airline soon be one-upping itself, and making the soft product even closer to what you’d expect in first class? Qatar Airways hints at new dining enhancement On social media, Qatar Airways has teased that it may introduce caviar in business class… or at least that’s my interpretation.

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Airlines Airline 120

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 12, 2024

Singapore Airlines will soon be cutting one of its fifth freedom flights to the United States, which is a shame. I can’t say I’m that surprised, though, since this route has seemed questionable. Singapore Airlines suspends Houston fifth freedom flights Since 2016, Singapore Airlines has been operating a route from Singapore (SIN) to Manchester (MAN) to Houston (IAH).

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed an airworthiness directive after the company had reported that certain 787 main landing gear inspections were not performed during the production process. To be more specific, during the manufacturing process of four drag brace lower link assemblies of the main landing gear, a fluorescent penetrant inspection was not performed.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 12, 2024

The airline has served Houston since 2008, initially via Moscow before switching to a Singapore-Manchester-Houston routing in late October 2016.

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Airlines Airline 123

Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

The Boeing 747 has a long history, with several different variants developed. The 747SP is a shorter derivative of the Boeing 747-100. It first took to the skies on July 4th, 1975, and Boeing delivered 45 examples of the aircraft. In 2024, only three Boeing 747SP aircraft are still in the air - with none of them operating commercially.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 12, 2024

Delta is planning to launch new nonstop service from San Antonio International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport, starting Nov. 11, 2024.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

Boom Supersonic hopes to change the aviation world by introducing its supersonic Overture aircraft. While many had long believed supersonic flights to be a relic of the past, this could all be about to change if the Overture can enter service with airlines across the globe profitably.

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World Airline News

AUGUST 12, 2024

On Friday, August 9, 2024, Piper Navajo Panther registered as CC-CRN (msn 31-7712045), crashed en route between Coyhaique airfield (SCCY) and Chile Chico (SCCC). The plane was owned by Transportes Aéreos San Rafael Limitada, and had seven people on board (the pilot and 6 passengers). This Navajo took off from Coyhaique at 09:13 LT losing contact soon after.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

While the United States entered the Second World War later than several other nations, its air and naval forces made their mark with abundant aircraft, weaponry, and manpower. This article notes some of the most prominent carrier-based aircraft the United States Navy used during World War II.

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Airline Economics

AUGUST 12, 2024

The cause of a crash involving an ATR 72-500 aircraft that occurred just north of Sao Paulo, Brazil on August 9, 2024, still remains unknown. The aircraft involved belonged to Brazilian carrier Voepass and was travelling between the cities of Cascavel and Sao Paulo when the incident occurred.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

Theres a street-level corporate aircraft showroom in the trisection of Belgravia, Knightsbridge, and Mayfair in London. This concept showroom, which opened in 2011, was the first of its kind, and is owned by Steve Varsano.

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Flight Training Central

AUGUST 12, 2024

An aviation VFR Sectional chart is chock-full of visual reference information that is important for every pilot. Runway lengths, obstacle avoidance, restricted airspace, plus much more all provide bits of data that will keep you informed and safe on every flight. Do you know these charts front and back, or will that data overload leave you short on answers?

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

Founded by Clyde Cessna and Victor Ross close to a century ago, Cessna has become a household name in the aviation community. Many iconic models of Cessna have been made to date - the Cessna 172 being the most-produced aircraft ever. The family of Cessna Citation aircraft, though not as massively produced, remains one of the more popular series Cessna has produced.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 12, 2024

Tipping etiquette when traveling can be a complicated and controversial subject. The more you travel, the more confusing it all is. I’ve addressed the topic of tipping in airport lounges , and in this post I thought it would be interesting to address the topic of tipping in hotel club lounges. Should you tip in hotel club lounges, and if so, under what circumstances?

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer is on track for a record summer. The planemaker has steadily increased its aircraft deliveries and secured a number of new orders in recent months. With the announcement of today's order from Virgin Australia, the number of E2 operators will have almost doubled over the past two years.

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AV Web

AUGUST 12, 2024

At least 18 airliners were grounded by damage caused by a hailstorm that hit Calgary International Airport last week and the impact will be felt for weeks. Golf ball-sized hail pelted the airport on the evening of Aug. 5 and also extensively damaged the terminal. WestJet, which is based at Calgary, said 16 planes were knocked off the schedule by the intense cell.

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Airlines Airline 115

Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

JetBlue has announced that it was looking to raise up to $3.1 billion in two separate note offerings and a senior secured loyalty term, with both liquidity measures being announced on August 12.

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AV Web

AUGUST 12, 2024

A fatal Marine Osprey crash in Australia last year has been blamed on human factors rather than the trouble-plagued aircraft. According to Military.com, a military investigation found “pilot error and complacency” to be the cause of the accident, which killed three Marines, including both pilots and a corporal who died trying to save them.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

Widebody aircraft operate one in 12 flights. Naturally, they are mainly on longer services, with the average stage length being 2,590 nautical miles (4,797 km). However, they also play an important role domestically and regionally, especially in East Asia and the Middle East. The Boeing 777-300ER has the most flights , followed by the Airbus A330-300 which SWISS will temporarily fly from Zurich to Malaga and the 787-9.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 12, 2024

There are lots of credit cards with annual fees that are worth holding onto, thanks to the benefits and return on spending that they offer. However, sometimes the annual fee on a card might be billed, and you decide that the card is no longer worth it for you. In those situations, how long do you have to cancel a card, while still receiving a refund on the annual fee?

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

Arriving in the United States after a transatlantic or transpacific flight can be a daunting experience for a tired and grumpy passenger, which is one of the reasons Australians and Kiwis are so keen to bypass a stopover at Los Angeles International Airport and hop on a direct service to New York.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 12, 2024

For the most part, credit card applications are pretty straightforward. Off the top of your head, you hopefully know your name, date of birth, address, social security number, etc. However, perhaps one aspect of an application that’s less straightforward is sharing your income. In this post I wanted to take a closer look at that. What should you include as your income on a credit card application?

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

The major carriers in the US, such as American Airlines and Delta Air Lines, saw a pronounced shift from the concept of banked hubs around the turn of the millennium. This was done to ease the traffic congestion at the airports. American Airlines reverted to a rolling hub at the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) airport , and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

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Airlines Airline 111

Aviation News

AUGUST 12, 2024

The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Norway of M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

With its deep roots in the islands and commitment to connecting Hawaii with the rest of the world, Hawaiian Airlines operates a robust fleet of Airbus A330-200, 787, a321 and 717 fleet. These planes are integral to the airline's long-haul and short-haul operations, especially for Pacific routes and connecting Hawaii to critical domestic and international destinations.

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Airlines Airline 111

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 12, 2024

Link: Apply now for the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card ( review ) is Marriott’s most premium co-branded credit card, and there are all kinds of reasons to consider picking it up , including a great welcome offer. While the card has a steep $650 annual fee, I find that to be easy to justify, thanks to benefits like Marriott Bonvoy Platinum status , 25 elite nights toward status annually , an annual free night award , a $30

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

Chinese drones are reported to have violated Vietnam's airspace twice recently. According to the Voice of America (VOA), this is believed to be in response to growing cooperation between the two Southeast Asian countries and a recent joint Coast Guard training exercise. Through the Nine-Dash Line (called the "Cow's Tongue Line" in Vietnam), China lays claim to large maritime areas internationally recognized as part of the Philippines and Vietnam.

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Jet 111

Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 12, 2024

In February 2018, Newark Air Museum made history by becoming the first Accredited Independent museum in the UK to acquire and display a Royal Air Force (RAF) registered Chinook helicopter, following the arrival of BV Chinook HC.1, ZA717 from RAF Cranwell. Since the helicopter’s arrival, museum staff and volunteers have dedicated themselves to sourcing missing airframe panels and structures from various disposal sources, including the original manufacturer.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

In March, United Airlines announced a new feature to its app that, at first, was only available to a limited number of people. The new feature notifies passengers if their preferred seat becomes available after booking and even rebooks passengers automatically. Since rolling the feature out and testing it, United has made it available to all passengers.

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Airlines Airline 105

Airline Geeks

AUGUST 12, 2024

The union is fighting to represent workers at the retailer’s main air cargo sortation facility in Northern Kentucky.

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Cargo 106

Simple Flying

AUGUST 12, 2024

On Monday, August 12th, Volato unveiled its newest aircraft. The Atlanta, Georgia -based private aviation company recently took delivery of its first Gulfstream G280, a super-midsize business jet. Previously, Volato only operated a fleet of very light business jets, all of which were HondaJets. This new aircraft expands the company's offerings to further destinations.

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Jet 105