Aerotime

DECEMBER 6, 2024

A federal judge in the US has rejected Boeings plea deal seeking to absolve the Chicago-based planemaker from any criminal liability and avoid prosecution following two accidents that overshadowed the entry into service of its 737 MAX aircraft. The ruling effectively means that the potential for corporate criminal conviction still hangs over the company, marking a final twist in what has been a grueling year for the US aircraft manufacturer.

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AV Web

DECEMBER 1, 2024

The Air Line Pilots Association says Airbus is proposing adding a toilet to the flight deck of its aircraft to eliminate the need for relief pilots and pave the way for single pilot operations or Extended Minimum Crew Operations (eMCO). According to paddleyourowncanoe.com, the planemaker wants to put the open potty behind the captain’s seat and perhaps install a radio console beside it so the otherwise indisposed can stay in contact with the outside world.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

An aircraft hangar can hold many secrets. Stories yearn to be told if only “passer-bys” would stop and listen. Tucked alongside the wall of the “big” hangar at the National Warplane Museum (NWM), in Geneseo, New York is one such example of a tale that deserves to be written and subsequently read. Unassuming, out of the way of the normal museum volunteer and visitor traffic, a rather rare bomber from World War II lies in wait, eagerly anticipating the day she can once agai

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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Look, I’d like to think that I’m not a conspiracy theorist, but this sure makes you wonder… Pilots report object in sky “jogging back and forth” VASAviation is an awesome YouTube channel that shares interesting air traffic control audio. The channel has just uploaded a video based on a conversation that an airline pilot was having with air traffic control while on approach to Dallas Fort-Worth Airport (DFW).

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 5, 2024

French electric and hybrid aircraft startup AURA AERO announced that on December 3, 2024, it had successfully performed the first flight of its fully electric INTEGRAL E aircraft. The maiden flight took place at Toulouse-Francazal Airport, France, where AURA AERO is based. The INTEGRAL E is a two-seater light aircraft designed for training, acrobatics and recreational flight.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 6, 2024

London Stansted Airport (STN) has been in the news for all the right reasons of late, having recently broken the record for the busiest day in its history. While this represents part of a wider trend of post-pandemic growth at the airport, its one-runway setup could be seen as an obstacle to further development. However, the facility's latest plans outline how growth can continue in this configuration.

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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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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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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 6, 2024

You will know by now that Etihad Airways plans to take delivery of its first Airbus A321LRs next year, with the variant expected to enter service in August. It eventually aims to have 30-40 LRs.

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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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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 2, 2024

While we’ll see if this materializes, United Airlines wants to launch another route to China, and expand its long haul presence in Los Angeles. United wants to add new route to Beijing as of May 2025 United has filed with the Department of Transportation (DOT), requesting permission to launch three weekly flights between Los Angeles (LAX) and Beijing (PEK).

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Two LATAM Airlines aircraft have sustained damage after being involved in a ground collision at Sao Paulo’s Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Brazil. The wingtip of one of the carrier’s A320neos was damaged in the incident while the other aircraft, an Airbus A319, saw impact damage to its tail cone structure. The collision reportedly occurred when the wingtip of the Airbus A320neo struck the tail of the A319 as the aircraft taxied past.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 4, 2024

On Tuesday, Icelandair took delivery of its first-ever Airbus aircraft: an Airbus A321LR registered TF-IAA. Previously a committed exclusively Boeing operator, Icelandair’s new aircraft will allow it to replace its existing Boeing 757 fleet and grow its network. The carrier devotes much attention to its strategy to attract transit traffic, with the new aircraft helping to encourage passengers traveling between Europe and North America to opt for Icelandair via Reykjavik.

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Cranky Flier

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Though it’s true that the transaction hasn’t officially closed just yet — and may not until the new year — the acquisition by Lufthansa of 41 percent of ITA is all but done now that the European Commission has given its final sign-off. It wasn’t certain this would actually get done, and not just because ITA is the worst airline ever.

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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The Amex Membership Rewards program has just introduced its latest transfer bonus, valid for the next several weeks. With a specific use in mind, this has the potential to be a phenomenal deal. Transfer points to Flying Club with a 40% bonus The American Express Membership Rewards program in the United States is offering a 40% bonus on points transfers to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club.

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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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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 6, 2024

In a nice piece of symmetry, Brisbane Airport has welcomed the inaugural Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to Brisbane, linking the next two cities to host the Summer Olympic Games. Another symbolic touch was that Delta Air Lines sent its LA28 liveried Airbus A350 to its second destination Downunder, complementing its existing Los Angeles to Sydney route.

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AV Web

DECEMBER 2, 2024

A New Zealand controller is being celebrated five months after she talked a panicked international student pilot on a solo flight to a safe landing at Dunedin Airport. Airways New Zealand, the country’s private airspace management company, presented Kate Lindsey with an award for keeping her cool as the student screamed in terror. “I knew there was a problem as the pilot sounded very panicked and asked to fly directly to the airport,” Lindsey told Stuff.

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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 1, 2024

In November 2020, plans were announced for a massive airline merger, between Korea’s two largest airlines. This has been one of the most drawn out airline mergers ever, as over four years later, the deal still hasn’t been finalized. However, that’s expected to change soon, and it will have major implications for aviation in Asia and beyond. Basics of Korean Air’s plan to acquire Asiana Airlines Shortly after the start of the pandemic, SkyTeam’s Korean Air announced plans to acquire Star Alliance

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 2, 2024

All Nippon Airways (ANA) has developed a fire-resistant storage bag that can prevent fires in aircraft cabins caused by overheated batteries in electronic devices. The Japanese airline jointly developed the special bag along with Kikuchi Sheet Industries (Kikuchi Sheet), and TOPPAN Corporation. Portable electronics brought onboard aircraft can be a fire hazard due to faulty or damaged batteries, worn insulation, or damaged wiring.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 5, 2024

JetBlue will not resume New York JFK to London Gatwick flights next year, halving its presence at the UK's second-busiest airport. This route began in September 2021 and was the carrier's second transatlantic route after JFK-London Heathrow.

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AV Web

DECEMBER 1, 2024

The family of a notorious early 20th Century bon vivant draft dodger are laying claim to a priceless Wright Model B airplane that has been at Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute for most of the last century. According to the New Yor k Times, the descendents of Grover Bergdoll say the museum’s account of how it came into the lofty piece of American history doesn’t add up and they’ve concluded, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, that their fast-living dear old dad co

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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 2, 2024

In late 2021, Air India was privatized , as Tata Group, which was Air India’s initial owner when the company was first founded, took control of the airline again. Since then, executives at the company have been working hard to transform the airline. Suffice it to say that this is no small task, given the state of Air India’s fleet. Fortunately a lot will be changing over time.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Air New Zealand is having to make further cuts to its domestic network over the coming months over what the airline is referring to as a softening in economic conditions in the market. The move comes as the airline also continues to struggle with engine shortages affecting its short-haul Airbus A320 and A321 fleets which are largely deployed on its domestic network.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Delta Air Lines is just over two weeks away from inaugurating its newest route. The airline will begin service between its hub at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Miami International Airport (MIA) with its sleek Airbus A321neo.

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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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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As I covered in a separate post, American Airlines and Citi have announced an expansion of their partnership. Citi will become the exclusive issuer of AAdvantage co-branded credit cards in the United States, meaning that American is dumping Barclays. As I mentioned, though, this development goes beyond just American’s co-branded credit cards, and I wanted to talk about that in a bit more detail in this post.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) found that October 2024 traffic figures showed robust travel growth. According to the association’s latest report, the progress was fuelled mainly by leisure and corporate travel demands. International air cargo markets also saw significant growth, supported by businesses restocking inventories in preparation for the year-end holiday season and major online sale promotions.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 5, 2024

On December 4 , the SkyTeam member took off from Los Angeles to Brisbane. This marked the SkyTeam member's first time on the route and in the Queensland capital and the first time it has served two Australian cities. The route was influenced by financial incentives from Queensland's Attracting Aviation Investment Fund.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

On this day, December 3, 1945, Lieutenant-Commander Eric Melrose “Winkle” Brown of the Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve and Chief Naval Test Pilot at the Royal Aircraft Establishment (RAE) at Farnborough, made the first landing and takeoff of a jet-powered aircraft aboard an aircraft carrier at sea. This remarkable feat would prove definitively that jet aircraft would revolutionize not only the world’s land-based air forces, but also the world’s naval air arms.

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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In late 2022, SWISS formally announced that it would add Airbus A350s to its fleet. Theres now an interesting update while the airline was initially only officially supposed to receive at least five of these jets, that has now doubled, to 10 jets. Lets go over all the details of what we can expect. SWISS adding at least 10 Airbus A350s to fleet SWISS long haul fleet currently consists of Boeing 777-300ERs, Airbus A330-300s, and Airbus A340-300s.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reported that production of Boeings 737 MAX jet has not resumed since strikes ended in November 2024, according to Reuters. In an interview published on December 4, 2024, Mike Whitaker, the FAA Administrator, told Reuters that he had met Boeing boss Kelly Ortberg earlier this week and toured the Renton production facility.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Oneworld Alliance carrier American Airlines has resumed service to La Romana (LRM) in the Dominican Republic. The flight departs from Miami and strengthens the carrier's position from the Florida airport in advance of the holidays.

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Airline Geeks

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Airport management has already said that some airlines have expressed interest in serving the new commercial facility, which is set to open in 2026.

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AV Web

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Aviation YouTuber Trent Palmer says far too many tailwheel airplanes get wrecked in ground loops because new pilots don’t have the basic rudder and brake feel to keep them rolling straight on the runway. He’s designed a tailwheel ground simulator to help impart that essential skill without risking expensive hardware. The post Best Of The Web: Taildragger Sim appeared first on AVweb.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Alaska Airlines has been forced to issue an apology to thousands of its customers after the launch of a ‘Cyber Monday’ online seat sale caused IT issues that impacted departing flights. The Seattle-based carrier acknowledged that demand for its sale had overwhelmed its IT systems which had subsequently knocked on to cause “significant operational disruption”, issuing public apologies through its website and social media platforms.

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Airline Airlines 267

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Tampa International Airport has shared new image renderings of its upcoming Airside D building. With groundbreaking set to take place in the coming weeks, the $1.5 billion expansion project has now reached the 30 percent design stage, with the full design expected by the end of 2025.

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