Simple Flying
APRIL 5, 2025
When an aircraft lands, it needs an effective way to decelerate and come to a complete stop safely. While brakes and aerodynamic drag contribute significantly to this process, another critical component is reverse thrust. In this article, we explore the origins, technical workings, and variations of reverse thrust systems , shedding light on how this essential technology operates in different types of aircraft.
Pilot Institute
APRIL 5, 2025
As soon as you start flying, youll quickly learn that the wind nearly always has a sideways component. But how strong is it, and how big will its effects be? Relax. There is a quick, easy and reliable way to work it out. In this article well demonstrate how to perform a quick crosswind calculation and why it is important to know. Key Takeaways Crosswinds are nearly always present Knowing how to calculate them is essential for safe flying.
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Aerotime
APRIL 9, 2025
There are many ways to rank the largest aircraft manufacturers. We could look at the number of employees, the total revenue, or the number of aircraft produced. However, one of the best ways to assess a companys size is by its market capitalization, or market cap. The market cap of a company is the total value of its outstanding shares, effectively reflecting the markets valuation of the company.
Cranky Flier
APRIL 10, 2025
The end of Mesa has finally arrived, and lucky for the airline, it was the rosier situation that prevailed. Instead of failing outright, Mesa has now been bought. No doubt many a United customer is now celebrating this turn of events. Republic is the winner, and that means that outside of wholly-owned regionals, there are really only two major regional carriers of note left: SkyWest and Republic.
Simple Flying
APRIL 11, 2025
Three Delta Air Lines flights experienced cabin pressurization issues between April 6 and April 10, 2025, prompting emergency procedures and flight diversions. The most recent occurred on April 10, when Flight DL17 from London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport made an emergency landing in Dublin Airport , Ireland. All aircraft landed safely, with no injuries reported, according to Delta.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 8, 2025
Hello from somewhere over the Atlantic, as Im on the return journey of my quick trip to Paris. Let me start by disclosing that Im traveling as a guest of Air France today its the first airline media flight invite that Ive accepted in about 15 years. So, whats the occasion? Air France recently unveiled its new La Premiere first-class suite , and Im on the very first flight featuring the new cabins.
Aerotime
APRIL 10, 2025
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has approved a modified Airbus A330neo (A330-900) that operates with enhanced features. EASA published details surrounding the new certification on April 9, 2024, with Airbus later confirming the first entry into service of the modified A330neo would be with the German carrier Condor. Airbus said the new incremental package, known as Step-4, would be available as a line fit option for new A330neo customer deliveries with the benefit of improved performa
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Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 10, 2025
Tim Savage, warbird collector and longtime publisher of Warbird Digest , has added another rare aircraft to the impressive lineup at Vintage Flying Machines : AD-5W Skyraider BuNo.135178 (N62466). This Korean War-era aircraft now joins a prestigious collection that includes the iconic Douglas DC-3 Western Airlines , the combat-veteran C-47 The Wabbit Express , and the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk Skeeter.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 11, 2025
For literally my entire adult life, the US government has been saying that the REAL ID requirement for travel would be implemented imminently. However, it kept getting pushed back. Were now just under a month from the implementation date, and the government insists its really, actually, finally, truly, happening, this time around. REAL ID enforcement starts May 7, 2025 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) insists that REAL ID enforcement will begin as of May 7, 2025.
Aerotime
APRIL 11, 2025
Alaska Airlines has officially retired the first-ever Boeing 737-900 at the age of 24 years. Historically significant as the original model of its type, the aircraft served as a prototype for extensive testing of the Boeing 737-900. Alaska Airlines took the first delivery of this model on May 15, 2001. However, the 737-900 did not gain popularity, with only 52 units being delivered before it was replaced by the improved 737-900ER.
Cranky Flier
APRIL 11, 2025
Delta Q1 Earnings Show Profit and a Cautious Outlook Delta was first up to release its Q1 earnings and the carrier posted a $569 million profit on $14 billion in gross revenue. Its total revenue finished up 3.3% over last year, right in line with its revised guidance it released several weeks ago. That is not a high bar to meet. It expects Q2 to fall anywhere between down 2% and up 2% with international and premium flying staying strong, while domestic main cabin bookings slow — this is in
Simple Flying
APRIL 8, 2025
Daytime scheduled passenger flights from the US to Europe are rare. Using OAG data to analyze every planned service this northern summer shows that just one in every 90 takeoffs (1.1%) will be timed like this. The list includes two new additions aboard the Airbus A380 , the first time the superjumbo has operated such flights. However, blink and you'll miss them.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 10, 2025
Traveling to Brazil has become more expensive as of today, for those from selection countries (including the United States). This policy was first supposed to be implemented over a year ago, but its now finally happening. Brazil adds e-visa requirement for US citizens & others As of today (April 10, 2025), Brazil has added a new e-visa requirement for citizens of the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Aerotime
APRIL 11, 2025
American Airlines is to launch a nonstop service to its 30th destination in Mexico, starting in December 2025. The new service to Puerto Escondido (PXM) will allow the airline to operate more flights to Mexico in 2025 than ever before, American announced in a statement on April 10, 2025. Flights will begin operations on December 2, 2025, and will be operated twice a week throughout the year from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
AV Web
APRIL 7, 2025
Saudi Arabia has become the latest country to show interest in a joint U.K., Italy and Japan effort to build a sixth generation fighter within the next 10 years. The Global Combat Air Programme is a three-way split between BAE Systems in the U.K., Leonardo of Italy and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to develop the plane. All would have an equal share and no single country would control the program.
Simple Flying
APRIL 11, 2025
Earlier today, a United Airlines flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles had to divert to Brisbane after declaring an emergency in flight. Operated by a Boeing 787-9 'Dreamliner,' the transpacific service had departed the Australian city relatively punctually on Friday morning, but soon found itself incurring a heavy delay when it had to turn around just under three hours into its journey back to the United States.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 11, 2025
Air New Zealand has just unveiled its new employee uniforms , over six years after first announcing them. Ive gotta say, these were worth the wait, as theyre pretty dazzling, if you ask me. Air New Zealand unveils new uniform collection Air New Zealand has just released its new uniform collection, which will be worn by 6,000 Air New Zealand employees around the globe.
Aerotime
APRIL 10, 2025
Airbus has signed a signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with and Thai Airways (THAI) to retrofit the airlines fleet of A350-900 aircraft. The agreement was announced on April 9, 2025, during a signing ceremony at Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Germany. Airbus , which will oversee the retrofit program, said the refurbishment will include state-of-the-art cabin upgrades to enhance passenger comfort and operational efficiency.
AV Web
APRIL 10, 2025
Two dozen flight students who attended Uniteds Aviate Academy (UAA) are suing the school over alleged consumer fraud and deceptive trade practices. According to the lawsuit, UAA students were promised a one-year fast-track pilot training program and certifications that the school could not realistically provide. Students alleged that enrollment began to exceed capacity, leaving them unable to complete required flight hours.
Simple Flying
APRIL 11, 2025
Imagine youre on a flight returning from a vacation in the beautiful Canary Islands to your home in Iceland, but you find yourself being airborne long after you should have arrived. Only then are you told that, instead of arriving home, youll be making an unplanned visit to Scotland. That was the fate of a flight that left Tenerife, Spain for the Akureyri airport in Iceland on February 6th, 2025.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 9, 2025
Flight delays can be frustrating, so its understandable that passengers sometimes lose their patience. Thats why I think the actions of one American Airlines gate agent are particularly commendable. American gate agent in Birmingham gives positive pep talk An Instagram user shared a video of an American gate agent giving a little speech prior to a recent flight.
Aerotime
APRIL 9, 2025
The first Bombardier Global 8000 production aircraft is progressing through final assembly with entry into service firmly planned for later this year. In an update on April 8, 2025, Bombardier said that assembly of the Global 8000 at the companys final Aircraft Assembly Centre in Toronto was all running smoothly. The Global 8000 has already secured the title as the fastest private jet ever built with the Flight Test Vehicle (FTV) notching up speeds of Mach 0.94 making it second only to Concorde
Air Facts
APRIL 9, 2025
The Starlink era is herewill we regret it? Air Facts Journal The dawning of a new technological era is rarely apparent in real time. Sorry to say, in spite of what you read on LinkedIn or watch on YouTube, every press release does not constitute a revolution. Having said that, March 18, 2025 felt like the beginning of something important. That was the day Starlink, the satellite internet company owned by SpaceX, announced a price cut of more than 50% for their most popular in-motion subscription
Simple Flying
APRIL 7, 2025
Through its venture capital arm, Alaska Airlines is investing in the development of next-generation simulators that will help make pilot training more efficient. These full-motion Boeing 737 VR simulators are expected to be part of the airlines future flight simulator training programs, subject to proper development and necessary approvals.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 11, 2025
If you booked an airline ticket but discovered you were never actually charged for it, what would you do? This is something that a longtime OMAAT reader asked me, and Im not sure what the right answer is, so let me open this up to yall Passenger never charged for confirmed airline ticket Several weeks back, an OMAAT reader booked a roundtrip business class ticket for two people on a major Star Alliance airline, for a long haul journey.
Aerotime
APRIL 8, 2025
Ultra-low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines has announced that its President and CEO Ted Christie has resigned from his role less than a month after the airline exited Chapter 11 restructuring. In a statement issued on April 7, 2025, the airline confirmed that Chirstie had resigned and said that the Board of Directors is in the process of appointing a permanent replacement.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 10, 2025
The Commemorative Air Force West Texas Wings SB2C Helldiver, one of the last flying examples of this storied World War II dive bomber, has endured its share of trials in recent years. Ed Vesely, senior pilot of the Helldiver, recently shared insights on the aircrafts turbulent journey and its return to airshow circuits for the 2025 season. Ed Vesely taxiing “The Beast” – Photo by Gary Daniels via CAF West Texas Wing Engine Troubles and Replacements The Helldivers recent history
Simple Flying
APRIL 11, 2025
Airport runways need regular maintenance and upkeep to keep them running for safe operations. Many major airports have more than one runway, so that when one of them is upgraded, the other can handle the traffic. Something similar will happen at MinneapolisSt. Paul International Airport, which will upgrade one of its runways in two phases.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 8, 2025
Alaska Mileage Plan has just launched a unique promotion, offering elite status if you fly to Auckland or Sydney. This is a pretty smart way for Alaska to leverage its loyalty program to increase business for newly acquired Hawaiian. Alaska Mileage Plan incentivizing AKL & SYD flights The Alaska Mileage Plan program is offering MVP elite status if you fly between the continental United States (including Alaska) and Sydney or Auckland.
Aerotime
APRIL 7, 2025
Saudi-owned aircraft lessor AviLease announced that it has closed a deal to place eight Airbus A320neo aircraft with Turkish Airlines. Although the agreement was made public on April 7, 2025, two of these aircraft have already been delivered to the airline. The remaining six are scheduled to be delivered over the course of 2025. No further details have been disclosed about this transaction, other than the fact that the leasing agreements are for the long term.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 10, 2025
Each year, Warbird Adventures hosts a premier three-day aviation photography event at t**s home base, the American Dream Skyranch (18SC) in South Carolina. This private gathering offers photographers exclusive access to historic warbirds, expert instruction, and FAA-waivered flight operations. The next event takes place May 16-18, 2025. Photographers can register HERE Open to photographers of all skill levels, the event provides unique shooting opportunities, including air-to-air photography, su
Simple Flying
APRIL 11, 2025
Air Canada's Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft's longest routes include routes from Canada to London, UK, and between Canada and the United States. Established sixty years ago in Ottawa, Canada on January 1st 1965, Air Canada 's 'our fleet' page offers insights into the different layouts of each aircraft within their fleet of aircraft.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 10, 2025
Regional airline Air Wisconsin is launching a new route, but I dont think the airline actually wants anyone to fly on it. Air Wisconsin will fly from Appleton to Milwaukee Air Wisconsin is launching a new route within Wisconsin, between Appleton (ATW) and Milwaukee (MKE). The 96-mile flight will operate every two weeks, late on Saturday nights. The flight is blocked at 40 minutes in each direction, with the Appleton to Milwaukee flight scheduled to depart at 9:30PM and arrive at 10:10PM, and the
Aerotime
APRIL 8, 2025
Delta Air Lines is utilizing a former EGYPTAIR Airbus A220-300 to help alleviate global parts shortages and ease supply chain issues. Aircraft lessor Azorra is working with the Delta Air Lines subsidiary, Delta Material Services (DMS), to strip down the Airbus A220 and use its parts to support repairs of the US carriers fleet. Parts of the former EGYPTAIR Airbus A220-300 will also be used to help other global airlines that operate the aircraft type and are in need of repairs.
AV Web
APRIL 9, 2025
Troy Nehl (R-Tex), chairman of the House Aviation Subcommittee, made an opening statement before introducing witnesses to a panel on aviation infrastructure. The hearing, titled America Builds: Airport Infrastructure, Safety, and Regulatory Environment convened yesterday. Nehls pointed out that the U.S. has more than 3,200 airports of various sizes, ranging from large, international commercial hubs to small general aviation facilities.
Simple Flying
APRIL 6, 2025
For half a century, the Boeing 747 was a titan of long-haul travel, with the iconic shape of its distinctive humped fuselage dominating the world's airports and skies. Recent years have seen its popularity dwindle, with its decline brought about by the industry's shift towards efficient long-haul twinjets to serve point-to-point rather than hub-and-spoke routes, and accelerated by the onset of coronavirus.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 10, 2025
I dont think theres a right or wrong answer here, though Im curious how others approach this topic My general philosophy on travel & safety For many people, safety is a major concern when traveling. When planning travel, they may have concerns about the safety of the airline theyre flying with, as well as concerns over the destination theyre traveling to.
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