Aerotime

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Neptune Aviation Services plans to convert Airbus A319 aircraft into water bombers to enhance its aerial firefighting capabilities. The Montana-based operator has partnered with French company Aerotec & Concept to convert the Airbus A319 into a water bomber, marking the first time the aircraft has been modified for firefighting purposes. The initial conversion is slated for completion by 2027.

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Pilot 332

One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Air Canada has announced plans to make its basic economy fares more restrictive as of 2025, and it will have major implications for passengers. Air Canada basic fares lose carry-ons, seat changes Air Canada’s basic fares will have two new restrictions as of 2025. These changes apply specifically to flights within North America, as well as to flights to sun destinations, which include the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America.

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Airlines Airline 124

Aerotime

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Qatar Airways Cargo and Japan Airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will allow the two carriers to provide an enhanced product offering to their respective cargo customers. Qatar Airways Cargo and Japan Airlines’ freighter division, JALCARGO , will look to streamline the transfer of cargo between the two carriers and optimize their networks to work more seamlessly.

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Cargo Airlines Airline 278

AV Web

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The FAA revealed to Aviation Medical Examiners (AMEs) in an educational session today it will be making changes on January 1, 2025 to color-vision testing “to improve safety.” Dr. Richard Kaplan, an AME, pilot, and flight instructor, who is also color-blind, attended the online session. He told AVweb , “The longstanding Ishihara color testing book will no longer be permitted.

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Pilot 124

Aerotime

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Qantas has unveiled two new liveries that are perfectly themed for the holidays: a QantasLink Q400 Dash-8 fondly nicknamed “Dasher-8”, and a Boeing B737 that has been given the moniker “Roo-dolph”. The Australian flag carrier said customers traveling on these aircraft throughout December 2024 will earn double points. A Qantas Freight A321 aircraft decorated with a ‘Santa’s Freight’ livery is also set to transport thousands of presents and festive fare across Australia in the coming weeks.

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Airline Airlines 294

One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 4, 2024

JetBlue is currently working on returning to profitability, and part of that strategy involves the airline optimizing its network by cutting unprofitable flying (fair enough, eh?). For example, so far this year, the airline has redeployed about 20% of its flying to focus on profitable markets , with the focus being on East Coast leisure flying. JetBlue has just internally revealed its latest set of route changes, as reported by @xJonNYC.

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Airlines Airline 126

Aerotime

DECEMBER 4, 2024

AirAsia has expanded its reach and network in Vietnam by launching a new direct route from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). The inaugural flight departed Kota Kinabalu at 11:45 local time on December 3, 2024, and arrived at Ho Chi Minh City at 12:55 local time, with a passenger load of 96%. The new service marks the 16th international flight operated by AirAsia Malaysia from Kota Kinabalu.

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Airline Airlines 278

Aerotime

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In a defining moment in Icelandair’s 87-year history, the Icelandic flag carrier has become the world’s newest Airbus operator with the arrival of an A321LR. For decades Icelandair’s fleet has been dominated by Boeing aircraft, which includes Boeing 737 MAX Jets and 757s, but the Airbus A321LR’s arrival signals the start of a new path ahead. On December 3, 2024, Icelandair announced that it had taken delivery of the first of three leased A321LRs scheduled for delivery before summer 2025.

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Jet Airlines Airline 269

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Naval Air Station Whiting Field is located near Milton in Santa Rosa County, Florida, in the Pensacola Metropolitan Area. It occupies an area of approximately 12,000 acres. Together with Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, Texas, it is one of the two primary training bases for the United States Navy (USN), United States Marine Corps (USMC), and the United States Coast Guard (USCG).

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Pilot 119

Aerotime

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Air France-KLM Group and Saudia, the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that aims to strengthen ties between the two companies. Signed on November 3, 2024, while President Emmanuel Macron, attended the Saudi-French Investment Forum in Riyadh, the MoU covers both passenger transport and aircraft maintenance.

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Airline Airlines 285

AV Web

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Joby Aviation announced Tuesday (December 3) its flight academy has received an FAA Part 141 certificate – and its air operations voluntary Safety Management System (SMS) has been accepted by the federal agency. The Part 141 certificate will enable “streamlined” pilot training, setting up a pipeline of qualified aircrew members for Joby’s planned Part 135 commercial air operations.

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Pilot Airlines Airline 111

Aerotime

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Lufthansa’s latest First and Business class Allegris seats will be open for commercial booking on selected flights starting March 30, 2025. According to Lufthansa, the first routes where the Allegris product can be booked are flights from Munich Airport (MUC) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD).

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Airlines Airline 268

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The major Brazilian contractor and planemaker, Embraer , signed an agreement in December with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) to deepen collaborative studies aimed at expanding the capabilities of Embraer's new C-390 Millenium aircraft. The agreement will seek to expand the new aircraft's role for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions.

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Cargo 111

Aerotime

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) developer Eve Air Mobility has reached an agreement with Helicopters Inc. for up to 50 aircraft. Eve Air Mobility , a subsidiary of Brazilian planemaker Embraer, confirmed on December 4, 2024, that a Letter of Intent (LOI) had been signed with the US-based helicopter operator. The agreement, which also includes service support and Vector, Eve’s urban air traffic management (ATM) software, was revealed at Revolution.Aero Advanced Air Mobility (AA

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Lift 269

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Lufthansa is scheduled to operate six routes (with return flights) in December using Airbus A321s on routes longer than 1,400 miles from Frankfurt Airport. Only one of these routes is to a destination on the European continent (northern Finland), two are to European island nations (Iceland and Cyprus), and three are to North Africa/Middle Eastern destinations (Jordan, Egypt, and Morocco).

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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 4, 2024

United Airlines has just launched a partnership with Turo, allowing MileagePlus members can earn miles for car rentals. Earn 1-5x United MileagePlus miles on Turo rentals United MileagePlus members can now earn miles for renting with Turo: MileagePlus members can earn 5x miles per dollar spent on their first Turo trip MileagePlus members can earn 1x miles per dollar spent on every Turo trip thereafter Turo is the world’s largest peer-to-peer car sharing marketplace, offering a selection of over

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Airlines Airline 106

Aerotime

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Ali Ahmed Alnaqbi, Founding and Executive Chairman of MEBAA – the Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association, and Timothy Hawes, Managing Director of Informa Markets, shared exciting updates on new features and expected attendance for the upcoming MEBAA Show 2024, during a virtual press conference held today. Ali Ahmed Alnaqbi, Founding and Executive Chairman of MEBAA – the Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association, said: “With just a few weeks to

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Aviation Technology Jet Airlines Airline 257

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Many Australians still have fond memories of Bonza, the new domestic airline that appeared like a meteor in Australian skies in 2023 but ended up a shooting star falling into a black hole. Bonza did so many things right, and one of those was operating services in and out of the Sunshine Coast Airport, with Jetstar now moving to fill some of the gaps left behind.

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Airlines Airline 116

Flyertalk

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The airline announced the upgrades coming to their aircraft and loyalty elite member tiers on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. New Benefits Include Upgrades, Companion Travel, and Miles for Baggage and Seat Bundles The biggest change for the Denver-based airline is the addition of “First Class” seating to their aircraft. Envisioned as larger seats in a 2-by-2 configuration, the “luxurious and spacious seats” will be introduced in late 2025, taking up the first two rows of the aircraft.

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Airlines Airline 98

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

With the end of the year in sight, American Airlines has painted a picture of its performance in 2024 that details some of the key operating highlights during the year, even though it still has more than three weeks to run. Yesterday, American Airlines (American) released its By The Numbers Wrap of 2024, giving an insight into the scope of American's activities and a look at the passengers at the heart of its business.

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Airlines Airline 105

Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

An effort to honor a local MIA Red Tail takes-off, again ( …continued from Part Two ) As with most projects initiated with the best intentions, sometimes “life happens.” Certain periods of our time on this earth can take a path that wasn’t planned, and divert you from even your most ambitious goals. For me, the unexpected challenges of life indeed arose, and like the Tuskegee Airmen, I found strength in adversity and never lost sight of the mission.

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Tail Pilot 105

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

British Airways has opened applications in New York for its Engineering Cadet Scheme. Under the five-year program, six students will receive full scholarships to train as aviation engineers and have a direct pathway to a job at BA. The airline will support a total of 12 engineers with the fully funded scheme and has already onboarded six cadets in Chicago last month.

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Airlines Airline 111

Pilot's Life Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Tucson offers unbeatable flying conditions, with clear skies and mild weather almost year-round, making it a top choice for aspiring pilots. The diverse airspace in the area provides an excellent training ground, combining controlled and uncontrolled zones for a well-rounded experience. Finding the best flight school in Tucson is essential for achieving your aviation dreams.

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Weather Pilot Approach Airlines 52

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II is a twin-engine attack aircraft designed and developed by Fairchild Republic for the United States Air Force (USAF). Commonly referred to as the "Warthog," the A-10 was primarily designed for close air support (CAS) operations, assisting ground troops. The USAF operated the aircraft to attack enemy ground forces, tanks, and other armored vehicles.

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Jet 105

Pilot's Life Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Choosing the best flight school near you is a critical step for aspiring pilots. Scottsdale offers ideal flying conditions, with clear skies and diverse airspace that provide a rich training experience. While Scottsdale is an excellent location, Leopard Aviation’s Mesa campus delivers unmatched training opportunities just a short drive away. We offer personalized instruction, state-of-the-art aircraft like the Cessna 172S Skyhawk with G1000 avionics, and a supportive learning environment.

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Pilot Weather Approach Aviation Technology 52

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

With sky-high prices for lift tickets and astronomical fares for flights to popular ski resort destinations in the United States, many have found it significantly cheaper and more efficient to book ski vacations across the Atlantic in Europe for this upcoming holiday season. This may seem counterintuitive, but let's understand this dilemma at a deeper level by taking a brief look at the cost of a standard ski vacation in the United States as opposed to one in Europe.

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Lift 105

Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

PRESS RELEASE December 7, 2024, is the 83rd Anniversary of the Japanese attack on the U.S. Naval Fleet at Pearl Harbor. To commemorate the anniversary of Pearl Harbor, the American Airpower Museum (AAM) will host their annual “Dropping of the Roses” event. It will feature a vintage World War II AT-6D Texan military aircraft which takes off at 12:30 pm on December 7th from Hangar 3 at the American Airpower Museum, and flies to the Statue of Liberty to drop roses at 12:55 pm, the exact t

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Hangar Pilot 52

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

On December 3, three additional US routes were revealed by TAP Air Portugal : Lisbon-Los Angeles (previously served via Terceira until 1990), Lisbon-Terceira-San Francisco , and Porto-Boston. I'm sure they'll make my jam-packed weekly new routes article.

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Thrust Flight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In this article I’m going to compare the two largest aircraft makers Boeing vs Airbus. All great stories revolve around a conflict. Just look at our day-to-day lives: Gearheads debate which is the best muscle car, shutterbugs compare Nikon to Canon, and everyone has an opinion on iPhone vs. Android or Pepsi vs. Coke. So, […] The post Boeing vs Airbus: Showdown of the Giants appeared first on Thrust Flight.

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Thrust Pilot Airline Airlines 52

Airline Geeks

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In an internal memo sent to employees on Wednesday, the carrier said it is “focused on building the best East Coast leisure network.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

As most of our readers will know, Avro Lancaster B.VII NX611 Just Jane is under restoration to airworthy condition with the Lincoln Aviation Heritage Center at former RAF East Kirkby in Lincolnshire, England. The group has made magnificent progress, even during the pandemic, and we thought that our readers might like to see a recent (edited) restoration update, reproduced here with permission.

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Lift 126

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The service offers travelers a seamless one-stop connection between Taiwan and New Zealand via Melbourne.

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Airlines Airline 126

Airline Geeks

DECEMBER 4, 2024

One of Mexico’s newest airports – Tulum – saw a large influx in air service when it opened just over a year ago in December 2023.

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Airlines Airline 125

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Michael Jordan is one of the most prominent former players in the National Basketball Association (NBA), and is often considered to be the best to ever play basketball. The first-round draft pick from the University of North Carolina (UNC) recorded six NBA Championships, six NBA Finals MVPs, five NBA MVPs, 14 NBA All-Stars, and countless other accolades that made him an NBA Hall of Famer.

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Jet 124

Airline Geeks

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Formerly known as AnadoluJet, AJet announced its entry into Algeria's market through a press release on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024.

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Airlines Airline 123

Inspire

DECEMBER 4, 2024

By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266, Montreal I think the thing that impresses me about EAA is that most everyone is a DIYer. There literally isn’t any subject in the art of building/restoring or repairing airplanes that isn’t addressed in some form by the people that run EAA. I believe this is the best […] The post Ruffled Feathers: Avoid “Blushing,” but Don’t Be Shy first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Airplanes Hangar 52

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The disgruntled shareholder accused the carrier's bankruptcy was an intentional move for the benefit of its executives.

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Airlines Airline 119