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 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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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 24, 2024

In the coming months, the European Union will be changing its entry process for foreigners, and I imagine people will have mixed feelings about this. European Union replacing passport stamps with biometrics On November 10, 2024, the European Union will be introducing its new electronic Entry/Exit System (EES) for foreign visitors. With this, visitors from most countries will no longer get their passports stamped.

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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

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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Airlines Airline 130

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 29, 2024

Star Alliance member EVA Air has long operated special Hello Kitty flights , which I’d consider to be one of the coolest aviation concepts in the world. In this post, I wanted to write a guide about what exactly you can expect with these unique flights, especially as the airline has just put a new Hello Kitty jet into service. The basics of EVA Air’s Hello Kitty flights EVA Air business class is one of my favorite business class products in the world, as the airline really does a phenomenal job

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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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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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Airline Airlines 282

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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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 27, 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. The channel has just uploaded a video involving an interaction between an air traffic controller at New York Kennedy Airport (JFK) and an Aeromexico pilot. The interaction between the two gets heated, but I have a bigger takeaway based on this overall interaction… Aeromexico pilot & JFK air traffic c

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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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Inspire

AUGUST 29, 2024

By Bob Hunt, Technical Counselor, EAA Chapter 13 Imagine finding a forgotten treasure in your garage — an old airplane engine, gathering dust. That’s exactly what happened to our chapter. Instead of letting it rust away, we turned it into an inspiring learning tool for young people. It all started with a brilliant idea from […] The post From Dust to Display: Creating a Cutaway Engine to Inspire Young Aviators first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Airplanes Hangar 92

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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Airlines Airline 126

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 27, 2024

Delta Air Lines has been growing its presence in Seattle for several years now, and has been trying to steal market share from Alaska Airlines. Seattle is a different market than most, in the sense that many locals are fiercely loyal, and like giving business to companies that they perceive to be part of their community. As a result, Delta hasn’t just been growing its presence in Seattle in terms of the destinations it flies to, but has also been trying to appeal to Seattleites in a different wa

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 24, 2024

By Zac Yates The sole surviving example of the Blackburn Beverley, a British Cold War transport aircraft, has arrived at its new home at the Solway Aviation Museum (SAM) near Carlisle in the UK. As reported by Vintage Aviation News , the SAM launched the campaign to raise £60,000 in February after Beverley XB259’s previous owner offered the unique aircraft for free to anyone who could remove the aircraft from its home of several decades at Fort Paull, near Hull.

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Tail 83

Alaska Air

AUGUST 28, 2024

With Labor Day just around the corner, many people are getting ready for one last summer getaway. We’re here to ensure your journey is smooth and stress-free with these tips! The post Labor Day travel tips from Alaska Airlines appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.

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Airlines Airline 107

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

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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Airlines Airline Jet 108

Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 30, 2024

After months of dedicated maintenance, the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Capital Wing has announced that their TBM Avenger, affectionately known as Dorris Mae, is back in flight status. Following a series of successful flight tests, Dorris Mae is set to rejoin the Capital Wing’s 2024 Tour, with stops planned in several cities along the Mid-Atlantic Coast.

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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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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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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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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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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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Simple Flying

AUGUST 24, 2024

From advanced electronic warfare in the skies to search and rescue robots on the ground, the modern theater of war is increasingly complex and ever-evolving. However, when it comes to maritime warfare, the US military is putting a new twist on a simple yet effective, old-school tactic - dropping bombs from above.

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Cargo 126

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 30, 2024

In late 2021, plans were announced for Air India to be privatized. Specifically, Tata Group, which was also Air India’s initial owner when the company was first founded, has once again taken control of the airline. Tata Group also owns Indian carrier Vistara, and we’ve known all along that the plan is for the two airline brands to merge. We now know when this is going to happen, and it’s soon… Vistara will operate last flight on November 11, 2024 It has just been announced that Vistara will ope

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The Aviationist

AUGUST 28, 2024

The IOC (Initial Operational Capability) was achieved after 2,600 flight hours, as the joint F-35B component is embarked aboard Cavour aircraft carrier currently involved in her first Indo-Pacific cruise. “Following the results obtained by the [.] The post Italian Navy Declares Initial Operational Capability For The Embarked F-35B Component appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 24, 2024

Delta is once again expanding its network from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport, adding a new regional route in 2025.

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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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Airlines Airline 124

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 30, 2024

I can’t say I’m terribly surprised, but Delta Air Lines is significantly scaling back its German network. Late last year, the airline cut service to one German airport, and now the airline is discontinuing service to another German airport… Delta axes service to two German cities As flagged by @IshrionA , Delta appears to be discontinuing its route between Atlanta (ATL) and Stuttgart (STR) as of October 27, 2024.

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Airline Airlines 101

The Aviationist

AUGUST 25, 2024

Experts previously said China possibly intends to use the flying wing UCAV for carrier aviation, after satellite images of the GJ-11’s test models on a carrier flight deck’s mockup. Just after The Aviationist reported the [.] The post China’s GJ-11 Sharp Sword UCAV Captured Flying appeared first on The Aviationist.

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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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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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