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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
AV Web
AUGUST 26, 2024
Airline agents are filling out baggage tags by hand as a cyberattack continues to plague SeaTac Airport’s computer systems. The attack was apparently launched on Saturday against the Seattle Port Authority, which runs the airport. It led to numerous delays and cancellations over the weekend. As of Monday, there was no end in sight and no prediction on when operations would return to normal.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Airline Geeks
AUGUST 24, 2024
Delta is once again expanding its network from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport, adding a new regional route in 2025.
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.
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.
One Mile at a Time
AUGUST 24, 2024
Many loyalty programs have invitation-only elite tiers, like American Concierge Key , Delta 360 , United Global Services , and Hyatt Courtesy Card. At least on the airline front, these tiers are typically pretty widely known. What many people don’t realize is that Marriott also has an invitation-only elite tier. It’s possibly the most exclusive invitation-only elite tier of all, because I don’t think I’ve ever heard of anyone earning it.
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.
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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