Aerotime
MAY 24, 2024
In a major milestone, Archer Aviation has received the final airworthiness criteria for its electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft Midnight from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The airworthiness criteria, published on May 24, 2024, set out the direction in which Archer must now travel to achieve Type Certification and eventually transport paying passengers.
Cranky Flier
MAY 24, 2024
New Relationship Could Leave BA Feeling Blue If at first you don’t succeed, try again with your ex’s JV partner, the old saying goes. JetBlue and British Airways applied to begin a code-sharing agreement that would cover 17 European destinations and 75 in the United States — 39 from New York and 36 from Boston — if approved. This would give BA the feed in Boston and New York that it isn’t getting from American.
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Aerotime
MAY 24, 2024
Singapore Airlines is adding new measures to its in-flight service in order to manage turbulence more effectively. In statements sent to several media outlets, the airline has announced that it will take on a “more cautious” approach to managing rough air currents on flights, after SQ321 resulted in the death of a passenger when it encountered severe turbulence.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Ethiopian Airlines , Africa's largest aviation firm, was established on 21 December 1945. Executing its first operations on 8 April 1946, the airline associated itself with the global network, expanding its services and currently serves more than 150 destinations around the world. The firm currently has a fleet of 135 aircraft ( according to planespotters.net ), with the average age of an aircraft being 8.3 years.
Aerotime
MAY 24, 2024
The third edition of the Future Aviation Forum , which took place in Riyadh on May 20-22, 2024, served as a platform on which to present Saudi Arabia’s ambitious plans to become one of the epicenters of growth for the aviation industry over years to come. While a handful of flagship projects such as the launch of new national carrier Riyadh Air and the gigantic expansion of Riyadh’s King Salman International Airport (RUH) have often monopolized the headlines, the Saudi plans are holistic,
Vintage Aviation News
MAY 24, 2024
Researchers announced on Thursday that they have likely found the wreckage of World War II ace Richard Bong’s plane in the South Pacific. The aircraft is a Lockheed P-38J-15-LO Serial Number 42-103993 , assigned to the 5th Air Force (5th AF) , 5th Fighter Command (V Fighter Command) , Headquarters Squadron. Assigned to pilot Captain Richard I. Bong , who named it “Marge” It had red propeller spinners, wingtips, and the top and bottom tips of the tail.
Aerotime
MAY 24, 2024
Indian low cost carrier IndiGo has announced that it will launch a tailor-made business class product by the end of 2024 for its busiest business routes. Since the airline launched in 2006, its business model has focused on affordable fares, on-time performance and customer service. After 18 years, the airline has announced that it is taking a step towards evolution of its service with the debut of a business class product.
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AV Web
MAY 24, 2024
The decision is in, and the winning contender to host the National Championship Air Races is…Roswell, New Mexico. The Reno Air Racing Association (perhaps they chose Roswell partly so they wouldn’t have to change their ‘RARA’ acronym?) announced late yesterday (May 23) that the first air races will take place in Roswell in September 2025. The competition will continue to include seven classes of air racing (still no word of an official extraterrestrial class), static displays, military dem
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Singapore Airlines is changing its seat belt policy for cabin services following the turbulence incident that resulted in more than a dozen injured passengers on a flight between London and Singapore. One passenger passed away during the event.
Alaska Air
MAY 24, 2024
Today, we take a moment to celebrate a group of dedicated professionals whose expertise and commitment ensure the safety, reliability and excellence of our fleet. The post Celebrating Aviation Maintenance Technician Day: Honoring the unsung heroes of Alaska Airlines appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
With a planned four-hour strike action, Italy-based Wizz Air pilots, represented by the Italian Transport Federation-Italian Confederation of Workers' Unions (Federazione Italiana Trasporti-Confederazione Italiana Sindacati Lavoratori, FIT-CISL) union, are demanding better working conditions from the low-cost carrier.
Airline Geeks
MAY 24, 2024
Emirates and Mexico's Viva Aerobus announced a new interline agreement to provide travelers with increased connectivity options.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Diversity was an issue in the field of aviation. Pilots were predominantly white, with white men dominating both military and commercial cockpits. African Americans flying as captains in commercial airlines was nearly unheard of.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 24, 2024
American Airlines has just made updates to how it displays fares through both its website and app, as flagged by Thrifty Traveler. I don’t think anyone is going to like these updates… American hides basic economy with new fare displays Historically American’s website has been pretty straightforward with how it displays fares. If you searched for a given route, you’d see all the fare choices on one page, from basic economy to first class.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Ethiopian Airlines is the country's flag carrier and has operated since 1946. The airline is integral to the Ethiopian economy, transporting passengers throughout Africa and to international destinations.
Greg Brown's Flying Carpet Blog
MAY 24, 2024
Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way. Listen to “Cowboy Flying Lesson!” Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast Flight # 32 This episode you don’t want to miss!!
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
That dialogue exchange takes place between Father Geoghegen (Frank Finlay) and Col. Allen Faulkner (the late great Sir Richard Burton) in the 1978 film " The Wild Geese ," which I consider one of the most underrated and badass action-adventure films ever made.
Flyertalk
MAY 24, 2024
CNBC reports Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle has one request for flyers: Only use the wheelchair service if you actually need it. Biffle Claims “Massive, Rampant Abuse of Special Services” Although the Air Carrier Access Act requires airlines to provide equal services to travelers who have mobility issues, Biffle is alleging that the system is being overrun by those who don’t actually need a wheelchair.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
One of the world's most well-connected international air travel markets, Europe, and one of the world's most premium leisure destinations, the US state of Hawaii, lack direct flights. Nonetheless, according to published statistics from the Hawaii Tourism Authority , hundreds of thousands of European travelers visit the islands yearly, flocking to its sunny beaches and pleasant weather.
Flyertalk
MAY 24, 2024
CNN reports over 20 afflicted flyers remain in care for a range of head, brain, and spinal injuries at Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital in Bangkok. Total of Over 30 Still Hospitalized with Injuries From Flight According to doctors at the hospital, 22 patients are still in inpatient care for spine or spinal cord concerns, while six have brain or skull injuries.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Earlier today, Japan's transport ministry carried out an emergency inspection of Japan Airlines' facilities. The inspection was because of a string of incidents that have occurred in the last seven months.
Airline Geeks
MAY 24, 2024
The new base announcement comes just weeks after the carrier said it plans to close its domicile in Atlantic City, N.J. later this year.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Very few people look forward to a bumpy flight. For some, it is such a big concern that it may keep them from getting on a plane altogether. While turbulence is by no means a comfortable or enjoyable experience, modern jetliners are built to withstand tremendous strain. As long as you buckle up, there is usually nothing to fear but fear itself.
Flyertalk
MAY 24, 2024
The new sign-up bonuses include bonuses between 70,000 and 175,000 points, and Free Night Awards when meeting spending targets. New Offers Apply to All Three Card Tiers In addition to the refresh for the Hilton Honors American Express cards in 2023 featuring new benefits, the two companies are pairing up once again to add additional value for new cardmembers.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
The post-WWII era saw some of the most produced fighter jets in military aviation. Although those combat aircraft may not have been as advanced as the latest-generation planes, they were indeed the best-selling jet fighters of all time. We look at a list of top-selling fighter jets based on the number of units produced.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 24, 2024
Note : This post is updated to reflect that this promotion has been extended, as flagged by AwardWallet. It was initially supposed to expire on June 10, and is now valid through July 15, so you can use this over some summer stays. World of Hyatt is currently offering a potentially lucrative promotion, making it easier to earn elite status. Double World of Hyatt elite nights with Thompson & Dream Between March 22 and July 15, 2024, World of Hyatt is offering double elite qualifying nights for
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Brian West, Boeing's chief financial officer (CFO) and Executive Vice President of Finance, detailed that Boeing has been focused on the stability of production processes, especially on the 737 MAX production line. The program has been under intense scrutiny following the mid-air door plug blowout on Alaska Airlines flight AS1282.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 24, 2024
An airline executive just made some interesting comments about the “rampant abuse” of airport wheelchair services. Unlike him, I’m not sure there’s a solution, though… Some people play games with airport wheelchairs The 1986 Air Carrier Access Act requires airlines to provide wheelchairs at the airport for all passengers with disabilities at no extra cost.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
SpiceJet continues to use two wet-leased A340-300s for Hajj operations. Even more interestingly, the troubled Indian carrier will now also deploy the aging, increasingly rare, and fuel-inefficient but always characteristic quadjet on scheduled services.
AV Web
MAY 24, 2024
The decision is in, and the winning contender to host the National Championship Air Races is…Roswell, New Mexico. The Reno Air Racing Association (perhaps they chose Roswell partly so they wouldn’t have to change their ‘RARA’ acronym?) announced late yesterday (May 23) that the first air races will take place in Roswell in September 2025. The competition will continue to include seven classes of air racing (still no word of an official extraterrestrial class), static displays, military dem
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Mark Zuckerberg is one of the most famous businessmen and celebrities in the world. Zuckerberg, who was born in May 1984 in White Plains, New York, is known for creating one of the world's most popular websites, Facebook. Zuckerberg founded Facebook while he was attending Harvard University , before dropping out and eventually taking the company public.
AV Web
MAY 24, 2024
On Friday, Boeing announced a 500% increase in employee safety-related submissions for products and services in the first two months of 2024 compared to the previous year. The surge was highlighted in Boeing’s annual safety report, released May 24. According to the manufacturer, the increase in submissions followed the Jan. 5 midair door blowout incident of an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 jet.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Growing up on a farm in Illinois, Lynn Rippelmeyer would look to the skies and the airplanes flying overhead, dreaming that one day, she would soar over the endless fields surrounding her. But she was born in the 1950s when there were no female commercial airline pilots, so she opted for flight attendant training instead. By 1972, TWA hired her and got her dream posting when she began working aboard the Boring 747.
Airline Geeks
MAY 24, 2024
JetBlue Airways rolled out a new design for its fleet in June 2023. The updated livery features a more prominent blue, covering the entire aircraft.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
Qatar Airways' total fleet is made up of 266 aircraft based at Doha's Hamad International Airport (DOH). However, of those 266 aircraft, only 16 feature a first class cabin - 10 Airbus A380s and six Boeing 777-300ERs. Why does an airline that prides itself on delivering industry-leading onboard experience have such a limited first class offering?
Fear of Landing
MAY 24, 2024
A few days ago (21st of May 2024), Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 encountered heavy turbulence on a passenger flight from London-Heathrow to Singapore. There were 229 on board, including eighteen crew members. The flight had been uneventful until about ten hours into the flight. The aircraft was cruising at FL370 (37,000 feet) while breakfast was being served when passengers saw the seat belt sign light up.
Simple Flying
MAY 24, 2024
May 23, 2024, was a significant day for Air France and Phoenix: the first-ever scheduled flights between Paris CDG and Arizona took off. This development means Air France will regularly serve 24 North American airports from Europe this summer ( excluding time-limited charter flights to San Diego).
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