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 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.
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 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 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 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 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 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.
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 5, 2025
TAP Air Portugal is seemingly the next target for Europe's larger airline groups, namely Lufthansa, Air France-KLM and the International Airlines Group (IAG). The reasons may not be immediately clear: the Portuguese flag carrier does not have a particularly strong presence in the European domestic market, at least compared to its possible buyers, and offers very little to complement existing long-haul networks to high-yielding North American destinations.
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 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.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 5, 2025
PRESS RELEASE Just when you thought it couldnt get any better, the Southeasts premier aviation museum has unveiled an exciting new exhibit space. The Sullenberger Aviation Museum (SAM), a Smithsonian affiliate located on the campus of Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), has announced the launch of Aviation City, a themed exhibit housed in a beautifully restored 1936 vintage hangar.
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 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 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 5, 2025
Trenton-Mercer Airport is a hidden gem for people living in the area between New York City and Philadelphia who are looking for cheap flights to Florida. Trenton's only airline is Frontier Airlines and in April it will operate four low-cost routes to different destinations in Florida. It has operated more routes in the past, but some of these have been terminated.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 5, 2025
Delta Air Lines plans to massively expand its presence between Seattle and London this coming winter, as flagged by @IshrionA. I suspect this is intended as a preemptive move given Alaska Airlines long haul expansion, but I cant help but think the airline is being a bit too aggressive Delta goes double daily between Seattle and London For the upcoming 2025-2026 IATA winter season, Delta plans to operate 2x daily flights between Seattle (SEA) and London (LHR).
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.
Inspire
APRIL 10, 2025
EAA members come in all shapes and forms with diverse backgrounds and reasons for falling in love with aviation. For many members, their background is in military aviation. But what happens when you retire from the world of military aviation and find yourself with a void needing to be filled? Angel Rosa, EAA 1416705, found […] The post Filling the Void first appeared on Hangar Flying.
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 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
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 8, 2025
The Boeing 707 stands as a monumental achievement in American aviation history, marking the advent of the Jet Age and transforming US commercial air travel. Introduced in the late 1950s, this jetliner not only set new standards for speed, efficiency, and passenger comfort but also reinforced the United States leadership in aerospace innovation.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 9, 2025
Airbus will be introducing its Airspace cabin concept on the A220 ( one of my favorite planes ), meaning these comfortable jets will be getting larger overhead bins, and some other cool features. Airbus A220 Airspace cabins launching in 2026 Airbus has what it calls the Airspace cabin concept, which is basically a cabin package that includes larger overhead bins.
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