Aerotime
JANUARY 19, 2025
One aircraft manufacturer with a very prominent presence at the latest edition of the MEBAA executive aviation show, which took place in Dubai, December 10-12, 2024, was Embraer. Keen to showcase its product range to prospects in the Middle East region, Embraer brought to the show two of its best-selling jets, namely the Phenom 300E and the Praetor 600.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 19, 2025
There are of course lots of amazing airlines out there , ranging from Qatar Airways to Singapore Airlines. However, Id argue that no airline has built a brand quite in the way that Emirates Airline has. Emirates is one of the most talked about airline in the world, and I think the carrier has tapped into something that no other airline has, at least to the same level.
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Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
Italys flag carrier, ITA Airways , has finally joined the Lufthansa Group after roughly two years of planning and regulatory hurdles. Lufthansa has officially acquired its desired 41% stake in the airline, with plans to take full ownership in the near future. Right now, though, Lufthansas focus is twofold: restore its core German business to its initial prime and grow ITA Airways into a profitable, financially sustainable, and competitive global carrier.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 19, 2025
Turkish Airlines is already a massive airline, flying to more countries than any other airline in the world. However, the company is just getting started, and has plans to roughly double in size over the next decade. Along those lines, weve just learned the details of the carriers next planned destination in the United States. Turkish Airlines plans Minneapolis flights as of spring 2025 Turkish Airlines Chairman has revealed that the airline intends to launch a new route between Istanbul (IST) a
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
Before 1985, passengers boarding a transoceanic flight could expect to fly in an aircraft with three or four engines. Given the vast distances these flights would cover without a diversion airport and the previously unreliable piston engine, regulators determined that airlines should not be allowed to deploy twin-engine jets on transoceanic flights.
Vintage Aviation News
JANUARY 19, 2025
On this day in aviation history, January 19, 1946, the Bell X-1 high-speed research aircraft, made its first flight. While this first flight was in fact a gliding test, the X-1 would become the first aircraft to break the sound barrier and launch the famous line of X-planes flown by the US government in the skies above the Mojave Desert. Bell X-1 46-062 at rest on the dry lakebed of Rogers Dry Lake at Edwards AFB (National Air and Space Museum) The Bell X-1, then called the XS-1 (XS standing for
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
For many people, Easter Island is a bucket list travel destination. Located in the South Pacific Ocean, thousands of kilometers from the west coast of South America, the island is best known for its famous stone statues of human figures known as 'Moai.' Given the island's remote location in the middle of one of the world's major oceans, aerial connectivity is a vital necessity to keep it linked.
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Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
Narrowbody aircraft have long been deployed primarily on short and medium-haul routes due to their range limitations. While their capacity and range have proven the perfect combo on such networks, newer narrowbodies are stretching the limits of the category in terms of their maximum distance.
AV Web
JANUARY 19, 2025
An Arlington, Washington man has filed a lawsuit against multiple aircraft operators at the local airport alleging their planes are “spewing lead” over his home and those of his neighbours. Scott Iceberg is asking Snohomish County Superior Court to force the defendants to stop using leaded fuel and to stop flying over his apartment because of the noise it makes and the “panic attacks” it causes him to have.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
The Douglas DC-3, a historic aircraft introduced in the 1930s, has remained a vital part of aviation history thanks to its durability and versatility. However, as time passes, even the most robust aircraft require updates to remain operational and competitive. Basler Turbo Conversions , a company based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, specializes in modernizing the iconic DC-3, transforming it into a more powerful and efficient aircraft known as the BT-67.
AV Web
JANUARY 19, 2025
Sunny times will return to our local grass strip, but this day was clearly not that day. Cold winds, low clouds, and scurfy ice accumulations on the few hangars there indicated that not only would the groundhog see his shadow on his official day, but he would probably find himself frozen with a coating of light rime ice on his fur. My mission was to bring a box of hot coffee from a popular donut joint and another pilot friend, Henry, to help Tom change the oil on his 7ac Champ.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
While today's aviation sector is one of considerable modernity, we would be nowhere without the decades of history that have elapsed to get us to this point, and the various social and technological advances that they have brought. As it happens, some airlines around the world that are still active today have been around long enough to witness these changes for themselves.
AV Web
JANUARY 19, 2025
Fox News has asked the question of whether passengers should applaud when an airliner touches down without answering it. In a travel feature last week, the network asked ethicists, “travel experts” and a few pilots whether the claps are appreciated. Other than the fact that they probably don’t hear them through the noise and activity of landing, the story reached no conclusion. “If you have had a particularly rocky flight and difficult landing, maybe a slight clap or than
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
The Boeing 737 Max family, which entered service eight years ago, was designed to be the latest and most advanced version of the Boeing 737 family, the most successful commercial aircraft of all time. The aircraft was designed in four different variants (with one notable subvariant), each of which served its own unique purpose and targeted a specific market.
AV Web
JANUARY 19, 2025
The Military Show says Ukrainian pilots may have been underestimated by experts who claimed it would be years before they could use the F-16 effectively. At least one young pilot seemed to test that theory in mid-December. The post Best Of The Web: Ukrainian Ace appeared first on AVweb.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
Over the years, the world of long-haul air travel has changed immensely for passengers across the planet. With intercontinental journeys having initially been arduous multi-leg and multi-day affairs, the advent of the jet age brought the world closer together, with quadjets such as the Douglas DC-8 and the Boeing 707 able to fly further than their predecessors.
Inflight Pilot Training
JANUARY 19, 2025
Many people associate pilots with airline captains flying across the globe. While airline piloting is a rewarding and highly visible career path, it represents just one slice of the diverse aviation industry. In fact, there are more pilot jobs in the economy now than ever before, with over 80,000 commercial pilot positions projected to open globally by 2032 , driven by advances in technology and the growing interconnectedness of global commerce.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
Boeing has restarted its flight test program for the 777X. This comes after the company grounded its four testing airframes in August 2024 due to an issue with the types thrust links - a component that is designed to carry the thrust load of the engine safely to the airframe at the pylon.
AV Web
JANUARY 19, 2025
Yep, no brainer. Battery backup and longer recording. The post Last Week’s Poll Results: Better Recorders appeared first on AVweb.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
The Transportation Security Administration ( TSA ) has announced that starting in May 2025, following the publication of the final rule regarding the use of REAL ID enforcement across airports in the United States, travelers will have to have identification that meets security requirements.
AV Web
JANUARY 19, 2025
Poll: Ever Clap For A Landing? Ever Clap For A Landing? No. It's insulting Sure. Everyone likes applause. If it's a nine or a 10 If the weather is rough. The post Poll: Ever Clap For A Landing? appeared first on AVweb.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
Sporting rivalries build up over decades but never lose their passion, and it's no different in the business world. Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have been at loggerheads ever since the upstart newcomer dared to take on the legacy carrier in the 1980s, so it's no surprise they are at it again, this time over loyalty programs.
The Aviationist
JANUARY 19, 2025
The milestone signal(s) progress toward reducing emissions while maintaining mission readiness, according to Lockheed Martin. On Jan. 14, 2025, the Royal Norwegian Air Force conducted a test flight of an F-35A Lightning II fighter using a blend of traditional jet fuel and Synthetic Aviation Turbine Fuel (SATF), or Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), as Lockheed Martin […] The post Lockheed Martin and Royal Norwegian Air Force Certify F-35 Fleet for Sustainable Fuel Use appeared first on The A
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
Oregon Air National Guard Director of Staff, Col. Christopher Lantagne, completed a six-week expedition as commander of the 13th Air Expeditionary Group at McMurdo Station, Antarctica, on December 27, 2024, supporting the National Science Foundation. The 13th AEG delivers logistical backing to US scientists undertaking research in Antarctica, necessitating a dedicated team of specialists.
The Aviationist
JANUARY 19, 2025
The two Atlantique 2s will take part in the La Perouse 2025 exercise in the Indonesian archipelago together with the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier and its Carrier Strike Group, which is currently sailing in the area as part of the Clemenceau 25 deployment to the Red Sea and the Indo-Pacific. Two French Navys (Marine […] The post French Navy Atlantique 2s Make Rare Visit to Indonesia as Charles de Gaulle CSG Participates in Host of Indo-Pacific Exercises appeared first on The Aviationi
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
The ACJ TwoTwenty business jet, developed by Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ), is a groundbreaking innovation in private aviation. Launched in October 2020, it is based on the Airbus A220-100 platform and designed to deliver an unmatched combination of comfort, range, and efficiency. With its spacious cabin, cutting-edge technology, and impressive range, the ACJ TwoTwenty sets new standards in the business jet market.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 19, 2025
One of the great things about the big three global airline alliances is that they offer reciprocal lounge access for travelers. In this post, I want to take a closer look at the oneworld alliances lounge access policy, as understanding the nuances of airport lounge access can be complicated. As a general rule of thumb, you can expect that youll get lounge access with oneworld either if you have oneworld Emerald or Sapphire elite status, or if youre traveling in first or business class.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
United Airlines has a long history with the Airbus A320 that dates back more than three decades. What started as a bold experiment with a new manufacturer has turned into one of the most successful and profitable aircraft in the United Airlines fleet, and over the years, the airline has operated more than a hundred A320s.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 19, 2025
One of the great things about the big three global airline alliances is that they offer reciprocal lounge access for travelers. In this post, I want to take a closer look at the Star Alliances lounge access policy for travelers, as understanding the nuances of airport lounge access can be complicated. As a general rule of thumb, you can expect that youll get lounge access with Star Alliance either if you have Star Alliance Gold elite status, or if youre traveling in first or business class.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
The opening salvo of the Gulf War (1990-1991) was an aerial campaign of epic proportions. The onslaught of bombs and missiles delivered by ships, bombers and fighters devastated the military of Iraq. Before the American military launched its air campaign, the Iraqi military stood as the fifth largest in the world; only days later, it would be reduced to little more than black, twisted steel, smoke, and ash.
Vintage Aviation News
JANUARY 19, 2025
The National Naval Aviation Museum at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, FL, will host an evening concert featuring the renowned Glenn Miller Orchestra on February 6, 2024. Known as one of the greatest big bands of all time, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is celebrated for its distinctive jazz sound. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy timeless classics such as “In the Mood,” “Moonlight Serenade,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Pennsylvania 6-5000,̶
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
Private aviation is ultimately about convenience. Few value their time so much that they will fly private jets to avoid the extra hours they will spend at commercial airports, with the astronomical expenses associated with private jet travel proving prohibitive for almost all others. While private jet manufacturers will often put a ton of effort into building luxurious cabins with next-generation features, the average passenger experience will probably be better in first class on an airline like
The Aviationist
JANUARY 19, 2025
The Dutch MoD said that, presently, various helicopter platforms cannot exchange important information with other aircraft or ground units, constraining mission planning and exposing crews to undesirable situations with not up-to-date data about their mission. The Netherlands Ministry of Defense said it is investing in the purchase of modern Network Enabled Capabilities (NEC) communications systems […] The post Dutch AH-64 Apaches, NH90s, CH-47 Chinooks and AS532 Cougars to Receive New Sec
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
FedEx, a global leader in logistics and package delivery, has long relied on a diverse fleet of aircraft to meet its operational demands. Among its many innovations is the development of the Cessna SkyCourier , a modern, purpose-built aircraft designed specifically for the FedEx Feeder network. FedEx Feeder is a network of contractors who rent aircraft from FedEx to operate routes assigned by the company.
AV Web
JANUARY 19, 2025
There are a couple of new wrinkles for the hundreds of private aircraft who use Palm Beach International Airport after Monday. When the presidential TFR is in effect (10nm inner ring, 30nm outer ring) for President Trump’s trips home, operators will have to register passenger and crew information through its eSecure Flight system before they’ll be allowed to go to Palm Beach or leave from any of the four FBOs there.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
Operating a commercial flight is perhaps one of the most rules-driven procedures in the world. From fuel and load calculations to weather considerations and various contingency plans, commercial airliner pilots have plenty to keep in mind during a flight.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 19, 2025
On Dec 12, 2024, Kennon Nichols, the supervisor for the remotely piloted aircraft MQ-9 Reaper of the Air Force Engineering and Technical Services AFETS team, secured funding to bring 3D printing capabilities to Creech Air Force Base, Indian Springs, NV, USA. He partnered with Col. Joseph Deporter to establish a 3D printing facility and purchase two 3D printers.
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