Aerotime

AUGUST 30, 2024

At Beijing’s Capital International Airport (PEK) on August 29, 2024, the first C919 aircraft was delivered by COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China) to flag carrier Air China. It is the first domestically produced aircraft to be operated by the company and was treated to a traditional water arch salute upon arrival in Beijing. The plane had been ferried from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) where COMAC has its final assembly plant.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 29, 2024

Boeing has found that the fourth 777X test aircraft, which has stayed dormant since at least November 2021, has cracked thrust links, a problem that has affected the whole 777X test fleet.

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World Airline News

AUGUST 30, 2024

The LAN (Chile) era has ended. On August 26, 2024 it was reported that Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner registered as CC-BGI was flown from Madrid to Abu-Dhabi as flight LA9950 to be repainted in the LATAM Airlines livery. This aircraft (msn 38764) was the last passenger aircraft of LATAM still in the LAN Airlines markings. Photos: Alvaro Romero. CC-BGI is seen at Santiago – Arturo Merino Benítez Airport’s control tower on the murky morning of May 5, 2016, the first day of LATAM.

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Alaska Air

AUGUST 29, 2024

College football is back, and Alaska Airlines is teaming up with FOX Sports to bring the action to the skies! The post Live sports are coming to your next Alaska Airlines flight with an all-new FOX Sports BIG NOON SATURDAY partnership appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 27, 2024

A retired flight attendant is pushing an airline drink cart more than 200 miles from Boston to New York to honor colleagues who died during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Paul Veneto, who worked for United Airlines from 1997 to 2013, left Boston on August 18, 2024, and plans to trek to Ground Zero in New York City – one step at a time.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 27, 2024

Dutch carrier KLM today took delivery of its first Airbus A321neo aircraft. Further deliveries of the aircraft type will help the airline modernize its narrowbody fleet and make KLM's operations greener and more economical. Apart from the advantages the aircraft type offers for the airline, passengers flying the aircraft will have a lot to look forward to as well, with newer and more comfortable cabins enhancing the onboard experience.

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AV Web

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported yesterday that a federal jury has convicted a pilot of twice making false statements to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on his application for a Class 1 medical certificate. The case, dating back to June, involves pilot Olukayode Ojo, 36, of Dallas, Texas. Ojo was found guilty on August 16 on two counts of making false statements.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 26, 2024

It is quite remarkable for an aircraft type to remain in active service for 70 years, especially when it is still in production. On August 23, 2024, the C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft had been flying for 70 years to the day since its very first flight. Although keeping its general configuration and easily recognizable look, the venerable Hercules has seen numerous iterations since that eventful day of 1954 on which it first took to the skies.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 29, 2024

Many things are not permitted in checked bags on flights , but can people be taken on aircraft as checked baggage ? Well, sometimes it's worth a try. A video of a man hopping around disguised as luggage at the Miami International Airport has just emerged on social media. However, it seems the airline saw right through the ruse and sent the bag hopping on home.

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AV Web

AUGUST 25, 2024

AOPA is reporting that the owner of a flight school that went bankrupt while allegedly holding hundreds of thousands of dollars in student deposits has struck a plea deal with prosecutors and pleaded guilty to tax evasion. Kevin Rylchik is facing a prison term but by pleading guilty he avoided indictment on a laundry list of serious federal charges relating to his operation of American Aviation at Manassas Airport in Virginia and several other businesses.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 28, 2024

As an aviation geek, I love listening to air traffic control audio, and always enjoy the VASAviation YouTube channel, which does a great job covering noteworthy air traffic control interactions. I recently covered a heated exchange between an Aeromexico pilot and JFK ATC. I actually think the air traffic controller was reasonably professional, and more than anything, I felt bad for the stress he was under.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 26, 2024

A Garuda Indonesia flight was grounded after it suffered a fuel leak on the runway while departing from Jakarta’s Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK). The incident occurred on August 24, 2024. Flight GA 174 was preparing to depart Jakarta for Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) in Pekanbaru at approximately 11:50 local time. Garuda Indonesia CEO Irfan Setiaputra told media outlets that during a pre-takeoff routine safety procedure, the pilot in command discovered that the B

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 30, 2024

In less than two months, on October 27, Emirates and other northern airlines will switch to winter schedules based on IATA slot seasons. While Emirates' 615-seat Airbus A380 network has been explored for this summer, winter analysis has not yet been conducted. Consider this a snapshot of its plans as of August 30. But first, a summary.

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 25, 2024

By Austin Hankcok The National Warplane Museum, in Geneseo, New York, is home to an expansive and eclectic collection of both historic military and civilian aircraft. Some of the fleet is airworthy, such as the infamous D-Day Vet C-47 “Whiskey 7” and Beechcraft Staggerwing (RNAF Traveller Mk. I.) On the static aircraft side, the NWM boasts some size with a C-119G (ex-RCAF), and a recently acquired C-130A Hercules, now affectionately named “Saigon Lady.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 27, 2024

Marriott Bonvoy has unveiled the details of its promotion for late 2024, which is only the program’s second global promotion of the year. While it’s nice to see any sort of a promotion, this won’t be much to get excited about for most members. At least there seems to be an extra offer for those with a co-branded Marriott credit card… Marriott Bonvoy fall 2024 promotion details Marriott Bonvoy’s upcoming global promotion is called Earn 2 Ways, and it rewards members for stays of two or more night

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Aerotime

AUGUST 30, 2024

Qantas pilots have commenced training in preparation for the arrival of the airline’s first Airbus A321XLR aircraft. As part of its fleet renewal program, the Australian national carrier ordered 28 of the A321XLR aircraft, with the first arrival set for April 2025. Over the next decade, Qantas plans to gradually replace its fleet of Boeing B737 with the A321XLRs.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 30, 2024

Themed aircraft have been around for a while, and they seem to be gaining in popularity, particularly in Asia, where the Pokemon Planes are almost a destination in their own right. Now it is Chicago O'Hare Airport's time to get in the swing of things, put out the decorations and have some fun following the launch of the Hello Kitty Besties Jet operated by EVA Air.

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Jet 124

Airline Economics

AUGUST 28, 2024

Global air cargo data from IATA shows a strong continual annual growth in demand. The data shows that July is the eighth consecutive month of double-digit growth when compared to the previous eight months of 2023, with levels in July rising by 13.6% in comparison to the same month of last year.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 30, 2024

There are lots of aspects to maximizing your credit card rewards, including taking advantage of the best welcome bonuses , spending categories , and card perks. Sometimes I think it’s interesting to break down credit card strategies by card issuer, so in this post I wanted to share my current Capital One card strategy. In separate posts, I wrote about my Amex card strategy , Chase card strategy , and Citi card strategy.

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Airlines Airline 110

Aerotime

AUGUST 30, 2024

SAS has announced its emergence from Chapter 11 restructuring in the US, as well as a similar reorganization process it was undergoing simultaneously in Sweden. The Scandinavian carrier filed for Chapter 11 protection in July 2022 after several years of financial difficulties. The decision to file for bankruptcy protection has allowed SAS to lighten its debt load, with the restructuring of around US$2 billion in financial liabilities.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 30, 2024

NASA has announced that the Boeing Starliner is cleared to make an uncrewed return to Earth next week. Mission teams have penciled in a return no earlier than Friday, September 6th.

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AV Web

AUGUST 29, 2024

Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 prototype aircraft successfully completed its second test flight at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California on Aug. 26. Boom’s XB-1 supersonic demonstrator aircraft is designed to provide the foundation for the design and development of its supersonic airliner, dubbed Overture. During its second test flight, XB-1 flew for about 15 minutes, reaching an altitude of 10,400 feet and speeds of 232 knots.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 29, 2024

Norse Atlantic Airways is a long haul low cost carrier that launched in 2022. The airline exclusively flies Boeing 787s, and primarily operates transatlantic flights. Being a profitable low cost long haul carrier can be challenging, especially in highly seasonal markets, like across the Atlantic. Several months ago, I wrote about the carrier’s rather disastrous 2023 financial results , which saw the airline having a net loss of $169 million on just $439 million in revenue.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 30, 2024

Marc Allen, a former Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Vice President for Strategy and Corporate Development at the Boeing Company, has been named as the new CEO of Electra.aero. The Virginia-based startup is developing ultra short take-off and landing hybrid-electric (eSTOL) aircraft. John S. Langford (left) and Electra CEO B. Marc Allen (right). Picture: Electra.aero Allen will be taking the reins from John S.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 25, 2024

Chicago OHare International Airport consistently makes it to the list of busiest airports in the world every year. But how does that translate to the number of destinations served from the airport globally? The latest list from aviation analytics firm Cirium reveals OHare to be the fifth most connected airport in the world. Some other US airports also feature in the top 20, along with other major global hubs.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 29, 2024

On Thursday, the New York-based airline told employees it would reduce capacity by roughly a quarter at Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) this winter.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 29, 2024

Qantas has just revealed some additional details about its upcoming Airbus A321XLRs, which the airline will soon start taking delivery of. The airline isn’t using this jet in the way that you’d expect, and we’ve now learned exactly what the interiors will be like. This is part of the carrier’s overall fleet renewal strategy, as the oneworld airline also takes delivery of Airbus A220-300s and Airbus A350-1000s.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 26, 2024

Air New Zealand conducted an unusual panoramic flight (flight number NZ8477) over the South Island of its home country on August 25, 2024. Onboard were 50 children suffering from a range of medical conditions which were able to enjoy the views of some of New Zealand’s most magnificent landscapes. This charter flight was organized by the airline in partnership with Koru Care, a charity staffed by volunteers that aims to provide memorable experiences to children in medical care.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 29, 2024

Air Canada recently added three routes to its summer 2025 European network. There's Toronto to Prague (last served by Rouge in October 2019), Montreal to Naples (an airport pair not previously served by any airline), and Montreal to Porto (which will compete directly with Air Transat's Airbus A321LRs). Only Montreal-Porto will be on Air Canada's narrowbodies.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 27, 2024

KLM took delivery of its first Airbus A321neo on Tuesday, marking the beginning of the airline's narrowbody fleet renewal effort.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 28, 2024

Southwest Airlines has just launched five promotions, intended to make it easier to earn elite status with the airline. I have to imagine that this reflects that Southwest isn’t seeing people qualifying for elite status in the way the program was hoping, and this is intended to boost that. That probably reflects how consumer trends have evolved. Southwest makes it easier to earn elite status A-List and A-List Preferred are Southwest Rapid Rewards’ elite status tiers , offering perks like priorit

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Airline Airlines 111

Aerotime

AUGUST 27, 2024

Brussels Airlines is preparing to add one more ‘Best of Belgium’ livery to its fleet and it is requesting collaboration from the public. From the Belgian public to be more exact, because to participate you will need to be a resident or a national of Belgium and be over 16 years of age. Those taking part in the contest can download a blank aircraft template on which to apply their design.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 29, 2024

Etihad's recent schedule update revealed that it will fly the A380 between Abu Dhabi and Jeddah. Flights are now bookable, although they will only operate in September and October for crew familiarization reasons. Still, they will be significant: Jeddah will be Etihad's shortest double-decker service. Abu Dhabi-Jeddah will be the world's fifth-shortest A380 route during those two months.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 28, 2024

A city of less than 60,000 people in Iowa is slated to again receive scheduled daily air service for the first time since 2022.

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The Aviationist

AUGUST 27, 2024

New Era of Electronic Combat Begins with the Arrival of the first EA-37B at Davis-Monthan AFB. On Aug. 23, 2024, Air Combat Command received its first EA-37B Compass Call. The aircraft, serial 19-5591, will be [.] The post Air Combat Command Welcomes First EA-37B Compass Call appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 27, 2024

Boom Supersonic has successfully completed the second test flight of its XB-1 demonstrator aircraft at the Mojave Air and Space Port in California on August 26, 2024 The flight, led by Chief Test Pilot Tristan “Geppetto” Brandenburg, focused on critical evaluations of the aircraft’s systems. This included testing the retraction and extension of the landing gear, as well as assessing a digital stability augmentation system known as a roll damper to enhance in-flight stability.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 30, 2024

Aeromexico has unveiled two unique liveries in the past few weeks, introduced as part of its 90th-anniversary celebrations. Preston Fiedler spotted one of the unique liveries on 737-9 registration XA-GQS at Boeing Field.

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