Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Aviation has influenced global events, transformed travel, and captured the imaginations of pilots and enthusiasts around the world. You wont, of course, encounter many lessons on aviation history during flight training, but it nonetheless provides a context within which we can better understand ourselves as students, pilots, or enthusiasts. Thats why we suggest these 10 books to begin your journey through the history of flight: The Wright Brothers David McCullough (2015) McCulloughs biography

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

The company behind the Lilium Jet has filed for insolvency after its funding options dried up and promises of new financing failed to materialize. Lilium Aerospace , which evolved after Lilium GmbH and Lilium eAircraft GmbH filed for insolvency at the end of last year, confirmed on February 21, 2025, that operations had stopped. As the funding options to secure Liliums future have not materialized in time, Lilium Aerospace has filed for insolvency today, a spokesperson for Lilium said.

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Jet 290

Cranky Flier

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Back in the immediate aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, airlines were scrambling. There were so many pilots that took an early retirement that nobody was ready for the very quick rebound in demand that led to a rapid increase in flights. The big airlines just kept taking pilots from their regionals, and the regionals were left scrambling to find anyone who was qualified.

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Pilot Airplanes Flight Deck Airline 239

Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Exciting news from the Military Aviation Museum their Messerschmitt Me 262 replica is on track to return to flight, with hopes of making an appearance at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 this July. The museums Me 262 is a meticulously crafted replica of the Luftwaffes groundbreaking World War II jet fighter, built to closely match the original design while incorporating modern engines for reliability.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

The Airbus A321XLR is revolutionizing the aviation industry with a range that exceeds its competitors. This next-generation aircraft enables airlines to connect medium and long-haul destinations that traditionally had low passenger demand. As a result, airlines can now explore previously untapped markets, providing air travel options to smaller cities that were once overlooked.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Qatar Airways long-awaited purchase of a 25% minority stake in Australian low-cost carrier Virgin Australia has finally been given the green light by the Australian Governments Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB). The approval was granted by way of a Federal Treasurer’s announcement made on February 27, 2025, and follows a determination by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) indicating its intention to permit the investment to go ahead earlier in the month.

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One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Its always nice to see more nonstop service to interesting destinations. Along those lines, we have reason to believe that Delta will shortly be announcing a new route to Africa, and we know what it is. Delta will fly to Marrakech, Morocco While theres not an official announcement yet, Delta is expected to shortly announce a new route between Atlanta (ATL) and Marrakech (RAK).

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Boeing , after years of challenges, has made a major strategic leadership change, one which has come as a result of an operational restructuring process that aims to address the production and safety challenges plaguing its commercial aircraft division. Boeing Commercial Airplanes is the company's most important subdivision, and it generates the most revenue for the company.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

An American Airlines flight traveling from New York to Delhi made a sudden diversion midair and was escorted to Rome by fighter jets due to a security issue on board. On February 23, 2024, American Airlines flight 292, operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, took off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York at 20:42 local time, bound for Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India.

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One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Many travel loyalty programs offer the ability to earn lifetime elite status. Ordinarily elite status has to be earned on an annual basis, so it sure is nice to be able to not worry about requalifying for status anymore. In this post, I want to take a look at how Delta SkyMiles lifetime status works. Delta completely overhauled its lifetime elite status program in 2024, so there have been significant changes.

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Threshold Airline Airlines 111

Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

On this day in aviation history, February 28, 1947, a North American P-82 Twin Mustang with the name “Betty Jo” completes the longest nonstop flight by a fighter aircraft without aerial refueling by flying from Hickam Army Airfield, Hawaii, to LaGuardia Airport, New York. This flight, made by Lieutenant Colonel Robert E. Thacker and Lieutenant John M.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

A Delta Air Lines flight was forced to return to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Monday morning after passengers and crew noticed a strange "haze" in the plane shortly after takeoff, according to FOX5 Atlanta. Flight DL876, a Boeing 717 , carries 94 passengers, three flight attendants, and two pilots.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has released details from an initial report on a deadly seaplane crash in Western Australia which occurred in January 2025. The preliminary report , published on February 27, 2025, describes events on Rottnest Island leading up to the accident on January 7, 2025, when a private seaplane crashed into the waterwhile trying to take off near the Australian island.

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One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

In early 2024, Delta Air Lines announced plans to launch a new seasonal route, which is the carriers longest domestic route yet. While the plan was initially for the flight to come back for a second season, thats no longer in the cards. I guess this didnt turn out to be a huge success, and I cant say Im surprised. Basics of Deltas Boston to Honolulu route Between November 21, 2024, and April 30, 2025, Delta is operating a route between Boston (BOS) and Honolulu (HNL), with the following schedule

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AV Web

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is reportedly on the verge of terminating its $2.4 billion contract with Verizon in favor of Elon Musks Starlink to upgrade to upgrade the communication system that supports the nations air traffic control network. Verizon was awarded the contract in 2023 to modernize a platform that facilitates communication between various air traffic control facilities and FAA offices.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

In the years following the COVID-19 pandemic, the world of private aviation has boomed. During the travel lockdowns of the pandemic, private jets were often the only way to get around, and they were considered much safer as the lack of proximity to others significantly reduced the chance of the virus transmitting. Even when lockdown orders were lifted and commercial aviation did resume (albeit with mask-wearing requirements), private jets were still the preferred mode of transit for many, especi

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Multiple flights from US West Coast airports heading across the Pacific Ocean were subjected to delays and disruption following an IT outage at the Oakland Oceanic Air Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) located in Oakland near San Francisco on February 22, 2025. The hour-long outage saw some flights enter holding patterns while others were held on the ground until the problem could be fixed.

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One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

In this post, Id like to take a look at American Airlines meal pre-order program, for premium cabin passengers. Weve seen the meal pre-order concept become increasingly common with airlines, as a way to ensure that passengers can get their first choice of meals, without airlines having to cater excess meals. This is something I take advantage of almost every time Im on an eligible flight, especially since it typically offers access to a larger food selection as well.

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Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

On Thursday, the airline said it plans to restore its last two A380s to active service in 2025. Previously, the last A380 was set to reenter service in 2026.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Qatar Airways has increased its daily Airbus A380 frequencies to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) for the upcoming summer season, according to aviation analytics company Cirium. The news comes as the Southeast Asian country expects a record 40 million tourists to arrive in Thailand in 2025.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), the flag carrier of Scandinavia, has announced an expansion of its global network by extending its codeshare agreement with Air France-KLM, providing more travel choices to customers. For the first time ever, SAS passengers can now fly to Fortaleza and Salvador de Bahia in Brazil, as well as Johannesburg and Cape Town in South Africa, the airline announced on February 26, 2025.

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Airline Airlines 257

One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Many travel loyalty programs offer the ability to earn lifetime elite status. Ordinarily elite status has to be earned on an annual basis, so it sure is nice to be able to not worry about requalifying for status anymore. In this post, I want to take a look at how American AAdvantage lifetime status works, especially in light of the recent improvements.

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Threshold Airline Airlines 108

Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Internet access has always come at a cost. But next month, American plans to trial free Wi-FI on select routes from Charlotte and Chicago.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

A Boeing 737-800 , operated by Southwest Airlines , narrowly avoided colliding with a Bombardier business jet at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) on Tuesday. The aircraft, which was seconds before touching down, pulled back up and ascended over the runway to perform a go-around procedure.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

All Nippon Airways (ANA) has placed substantial orders with the world’s three largest commercial aircraft makers, planning to introduce up to 77 new aircraft into its fleet – 68 firm orders and nine options. The Japanese airline group is gearing up to accommodate a growing number of passengers, particularly on routes to Japan. Strengthening long-haul capabilities To enhance its long-haul operations, ANA has ordered 18 Boeing 787-9 aircraft, powered by General Electric’s GEnx en

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Jet Airline Airlines 250

One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Another day, another close call (thanks to The Aviation Herald for flagging this) Southwest 737 & private jet have close call on MDW runway This incident happened earlier today (Tuesday, February 25, 2025), at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), and involves two aircraft: A Southwest Boeing 737-800 with the registration code N8517F was performing flight WN2504, from Omaha (OMA), and was supposed to land on runway 31C at Chicago Midway (MDW) A Flexjet Bombardier Challenger 35 with the registration

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Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

The Santa Maria Valleys long-standing aviation history is set to enter a new chapter with the expansion of the Planes of Fame Air Museum to the Central Coast. Officials anticipate that the addition will become a significant regional attraction. On Thursday, February 20th, museum representatives, city officials, supporters, and aviation pioneers gathered at the Santa Maria Public Airport for a groundbreaking ceremony marking the first phase of construction.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

UAE flag carrier Emirates is known for many things. From its luxurious onboard products and the largest Airbus A380 fleet in the world to its widespread sports sponsorships and diverse global network from its hub at Dubai Airport (DXB), the Emirates name truly is one of the most recognizable brands in modern aviation. However, did you know that the airline is also engaged in sustainability initiatives?

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Airline Airlines 124

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer is set to ramp up jet delivery efforts in 2025 after announcing it is targeting up to 280 deliveries this year. On February 28, 2025, Embraer laid bare its financial results for 2024, indicating record revenues of $6.39 billion a 21% increase on 2023 figures. In 2025, Embraer said it hopes revenues to grow to somewhere between $7-7.5 billion.

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Jet Airline Airlines 248

One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Many travel loyalty programs offer the ability to earn lifetime elite status. Ordinarily elite status has to be earned on an annual basis, so it sure is nice to be able to not worry about requalifying for status anymore. In this post, I want to take a look at how Alaska Mileage Plan lifetime status works. While Alaska isnt as global as the big three US carriers, the airline is in the oneworld alliance, and a compelling lifetime recognition program.

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Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Originally a Chinese proverb, this is a quote that many people in the historic aircraft community can associate with. No project is too lofty. As the great Gerry Beck liked to say, “ The impossible just takes a little longer.” Mr. Beck was referencing the effort to build his P-51A Mustang from the ground-up, using the original blueprints.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

In recent years, the idea of single-pilot operations on large commercial airliners has become an increasingly hot topic. After all, with new technology meaning that flying now features a considerable degree of automation, and airlines needing to operate more flights in response to growing demand, the concept of having just one pilot in the cockpit of a commercial aircraft isn't as far-fetched as it used to seem.

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Pilot Cockpit Airline Airlines 119

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The aviation industry workforce is aging, and Generation Z – the generation born between 1995-2012 and currently entering the workforce – does not have the industry at the top of its wishlist when it comes to choosing a preferred career path. According to US-based global management consulting firm Kearney, the Baby Boomer generation, born between 1946-1964, is aging out of the aviation workforce, birth rates have fallen, and net immigration has dropped in the United States.

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Airline Geeks

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Controllers warned an Asiana flight of its low altitude on Sunday. The A350 was approximately 700 feet below the published altitude while on approach.

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Approach 123

Alaska Air

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Alaska Airlines' flight attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA), have ratified a new three-year contract that includes significant improvements such as increased pay, greater flexibility, and better benefits. This agreement marks a major milestone for Alaska Airlines, reflecting the essential role of flight attendants in ensuring safety and operational excellence.

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Airline Airlines 105

Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

When it comes to horse racing in the United States, you would be hard-pressed to find an event that is more synonymous with the sport than the legendary Kentucky Derby. The ten-furlong Grade I stakes race typically attracts more than 150,000 spectators, and takes place on the first Saturday in the month of May. With fans flying in from all over the US, this makes for a busy weekend at the local airport.

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Airline Airlines 113

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Two separate Delta Air Lines flights were disputed on the same day as a result of fumes being detected in the cabins of the operating aircraft. One of the flights had already taken off and made a quick return to Los Angeles while the other was forced to divert to Dublin in Ireland as a result of the incident. No injuries were reported as a result of either occurrence, which both happened on February 22, 2025.

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