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French hydrogen aviation startup Beyond Aero closes €20M Series A funding round 

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French hydrogen aviation startup Beyond Aero has closed a €20 million Series A funding round co-led by VC firm Giant Ventures and public investment bank Bpifrance. The investment is being channeled through the Deeptech 2030 fund, which operates under the umbrella of the “France 2030” initiative. This is a French government project that aims to channel hundreds of millions of euros to support the country’s technology startup ecosystem.

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Czech Airlines is Not OK as It Fades Away

Cranky Flier

There aren’t all that many airlines that have been around for over 100 years, and now, that exclusive club has lost a member. Flight 767 from Paris to Prague marked the last flight of Czech Airlines — often known as ČSA — after 101 years almost exactly to the day. Though Czech had been largely an afterthought in recent years, it still deserves a look back to celebrate an impressive history.

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Lufthansa’s Awesome Falkland Islands Charter Flight

One Mile at a Time

In several months, Lufthansa will be operating one of its longest flights ever, and it’s a pretty special route! Lufthansa’s charter flight to the Falkland Islands In March 2025, Lufthansa will be operating what’s easily one of the coolest charter flights we’ve seen. Specifically, Lufthansa will be flying between Munich (MUC) and Mount Pleasant (MPN) in the Falkland Islands.

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Storm Pushes Paraglider To 24,000 Feet

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A Canadian paraglider pilot has a heck of a Himalayan adventure story to tell even though he was unconscious for a lot of it. Ben Lewis, who was five hours into a cross country flight in the Himalayas in the Indian State of Himachal Pradesh, was sucked up into a storm and spit out at more than 24,000 feet. According to Cross Country Magazine , the publication that chronicles such pursuits, Lewis posted earlier this month on its XContest site that he passed out from the G forces of being spun up

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Eve Air Mobility secures additional $50 million to continue eVTOL development 

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Eve Air Mobility, Embraer’s publicly-listed electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer, announced on October 30, 2024, that it has secured a US$50 million loan from Citibank. With this new credit facility, Eve Air Mobility has expanded its liquidity position to around US$480 million. The available funds should enable Eve to continue developing its eVTOL aircraft, the first prototype of which was publicly unveiled in the summer of 2024.

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Air India Airbus A350 Debuts On Ultra-Long-Haul Delhi-New York JFK Route

Simple Flying

Those booked on Air Indias nonstop flight between Delhi and New York JFK will now get to fly the route on the carriers brand-new Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The ultra-long-haul flight is one of the carriers most popular and prestigious international routes and passengers can now expect new onboard products across all cabins on the A350.

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Riyadh Air: New Saudi Arabian Airline, Launching 2025

One Mile at a Time

Saudi Arabia is in the process of launching an ambitious new airline, which is expected to launch operations in the coming year, and then grow at a very fast pace. While I’ve covered a lot of the individual announcements from Riyadh Air in recent times, in this post I wanted to take a big picture look at what we can expect from the airline, and everything we know as of now.

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Qatar Airways Boeing 787 damaged after main gear falls into drain cover: video 

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A Boeing 787 Dreamliner operated by Qatar Airways has sustained damage after one of its main landing gear legs fell into a collapsed drain cover at Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha. The aircraft had just completed a flight from Colombo in Sri Lanka on October 25, 2024, and was arriving at its allocated parking stand when the incident occurred.

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Icelandair Retires The Boeing 757-300 After 22+ Years

Simple Flying

Icelandair has retired the Boeing 757-300 , with the last revenue-generating services on October 28. It came one day earlier than the previously scheduled end.

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UK Air Passenger Duty Increasing, Premium Cabins Hit Hardest

One Mile at a Time

The United Kingdom has what’s known as the Air Passenger Duty (APD) , which is the highest passenger tax on air travel anywhere in the world (this is in addition to the carrier imposed surcharges that airlines like British Airways are known for). We tend to see annual adjustments to this, typically around April, to reflect inflation. We’ve already known that the UK APD would be increasing as of April 1, 2025.

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Union Says FAA To Drop ATC Center Weather Forecasters

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The FAA is eliminating National Weather Service forecasters at all 21 of its Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCC) in favor of an automated system. The alarm was raised by the National Weather Service Employees Organization Monday. The group says forecasters will get their walking papers on April 20. The FAA didn’t confirm the decision but told USA TODAY that something is in the works. “The FAA and NOAA are working on a path forward on the interagency agreement,” the FAA sa

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Qantas pilot among three killed in Jabiru and Cessna 182 mid-air plane crash 

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A Qantas pilot has been named as one of three victims to have been killed in a mid-air plane crash between two light aircraft near Sydney in Australia. According to the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB), a Jabiru and Cessna 182 were involved in a mid-air collision on October 26, 2024, in which there were no survivors. In a report by 9News Australia , it said an off-duty Qantas pilot named Gary Criddle, 72, was instructing a second individual in the Cessna 182 when the light planes coll

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US Marines Report Explains Why Zombie F-35 Flew Without Its Pilot Before Crashing

Simple Flying

The United States Marine Corps has released its final conclusions regarding why it lost an F-35B in South Carolina on September 17th, 2023. The conclusion is the loss of the F-35 stealth fighter jet was mostly due to pilot error and that the " pilot incorrectly diagnosed an out-of-controlled flight emergency and ejected from a flyable aircraft, albeit during a heavy rainstorm compounded with aircraft electrical and display malfunctions.

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Which Routes Feature The New Emirates First Class?

One Mile at a Time

I rank Emirates’ new first class as one of the world’s best first class products. Readers often have questions about whether a particular flight is scheduled to feature the new first class, so in this post I wanted to cover that in a bit more detail, and provide an update on which routes are currently scheduled to have the new product. This coincides with the launch of the IATA winter 2024-2025 schedule, which applies for flights between late October and late March.

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Marine Corps Cite Pilot Error In 2023 F-35 Crash

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The United States Marine Corps completed its investigation into the 2023 F-35B crash in Williamsburg County last year attributing the incident primarily to pilot error. According to the report released Thursday, the pilot experienced multiple system failures while attempting to land in heavy rain at Joint Base Charleston. After losing his helmet display and other critical systems, he ejected at 1,900 feet altitude, landing in a resident’s backyard.

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Czech Airlines makes final landing after over 100 years of service: video

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Czech Airlines has completed its final flight after over 100 years of service in an aviation legacy that stretches back to October 1923. The final Czech Airlines flight (OK767) departed Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on October 26, 2024, at 21:23, before landing at Prague Vaclav Havel Airport (PRG) around an hour later. When the Airbus A320-214 next flies on October 27, 2024, the aircraft will operate under the Smartwings ‘QR’ code, and Czech Airlines’ famous ‘OK’ code will cease to exist

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F-14 Tomcat Vs F/A-18 Super Hornet: US Navy Fighters Compared

Simple Flying

The F-14 Tomcat and F/A-18 Super Hornet are two of the most iconic fighter jets in the history of the US Navy. Designed for different eras and missions, each aircraft has played a pivotal role in shaping Naval Aviation. The venerable F-14 Tomcat is renowned for its iconic swing-wing design and legendary abilities as an air superiority fighter. The F-14 was a dominant fighter designed for the tactics and doctrine of the Cold War.

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Air France Launching Paris To Orlando Flights As Of May 2025

One Mile at a Time

Air France has just revealed plans to launch a new route to the United States, and I don’t think this addition will shock anyone. Air France adds Paris to Orlando route As of May 21, 2025, Air France will launch a new year-round flight between Paris (CDG) and Orlando (MCO). The flight will operate 4x weekly with the following schedule: AF96 Paris to Orlando departing 5:05PM arriving 8:45PM AF97 Orlando to Paris departing 11:00PM arriving 1:30PM (+1 day) Air France will fly from Paris to Orlando

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Manfred von Richthofen

Plane and Pilot

While most of us today know the “Red Baron” mainly as Snoopy’s arch nemesis in the lighthearted Peanuts world, during the days of World War I, the sight of a red triplane was sure to strike fear into any pilot’s heart. The pilots of the day knew that the red triplane would likely lead to their deaths. At the controls sat Manfred von Richthofen, an ace 16 times over with 80 confirmed kills.

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Airbus lines up new commercial jet CEO, Faury reaffirms aircraft delivery target

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Airbus has reaffirmed its plan to deliver 770 aircraft this year despite ongoing supply chain challenges, according to its latest financial update. Airbus confirmed on October 30, 2024, that 497 commercial aircraft have been delivered during the first nine months of the year comprising 45 A220s, 396 A320 family aircraft, 20 A330s and 36 A350s. At the same stage in 2023, Airbus delivered 488 aircraft and by the end of the year the planemaker completed 735 deliveries.

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US Air Force VIP Transport: What To Know About The C-37A/B

Simple Flying

Business jets are popular in militaries around the world for not only VIP transport but also as the basis of AWACS aircraft (like the EA-37B) and maritime patrol aircraft. The Gulfstream V serves in the United States Air Force under the designation C-37A. Here are somethings to know about the Air Force's Gulfstream V and Gulfstream G550 business jets used for VIP transport of government officials and high ranking members of the military.

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IndiGo Stretch: New IndiGo Business Class On A321neos

One Mile at a Time

Earlier this year, IndiGo, which is India’s largest airline in terms of number of passengers flown, revealed plans to introduce a business class product. While I’ve already covered the details, I wanted to provide an update, as pictures have just been revealed of the first aircraft featuring the new cabins. Details of IndiGo’s new business class Since commencing operations in 2006, IndiGo has operated as a low cost carrier, and hasn’t offered a premium cabin experience.

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Spirit to Furlough Over 300 Pilots as Losses Mount

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Spirit is furloughing more pilots as part of a cost-cutting initiative starting in January 2025, the carrier confirmed on Wednesday.

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BETA Technologies closes $318 million Series C funding round 

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Advanced air mobility firm BETA Technologies announced on October 31, 2024, that it had closed a $318 million Series C funding round. The round, which was priced higher than its predecessors, was led by Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund. Some current shareholders, such as Fidelity Management and TPG Rise Climate, took the opportunity to increase their participation in the venture as well.

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Exploring the Antique Aircraft Collection at Pioneer Village

Vintage Aviation News

Driving through central Nebraska one will find miles of farmland, groves of trees on the banks of creeks and rivers, and open skies. Here, the tallest buildings are not glass-filled skyscrapers but grain elevators and water towers. But in Minden, Nebraska, just south of Interstate 80 and in the shadow of a row of grain elevators across the street and the railroad, there is an incredible collection of all manner of antiques, from historic buildings, cars, a steam locomotive, household appliances,

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United’s Invite-Only Newark Airport Restaurant Is Closing

One Mile at a Time

United Airlines is closing its secret restaurant at Newark Airport (EWR), and it’s probably good news for premium customers, as flagged by Sean Cudahy. The basics of Classified Restaurant Newark Airport For some background, in 2017, United Airlines opened Classified Restaurant at Newark Airport. The concept of an airline operating any invitation-only restaurant might sound a bit strange, and to be honest, it kind of is.

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Breeze Airways Will Keep Embraers Until 2026 But Wishes It Started With The Airbus A220

Simple Flying

At the recent World Aviation Festival in Amsterdam, Simple Flyings Managing Editor, Tom Boon, interacted with Breeze Airways CEO, David Neeleman. As the airline looks forward to expanding its business, Neeleman explained that there have also been challenges along the way, particularly delays in airplane deliveries that led to some changes in the overall fleet program.

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Hello again, Bangkok: British Airways returns to Thailand after four-year hiatus 

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On October 29, 2024, a British Airways Boeing 777 touched down at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) ending a hiatus of four years since the carrier last operated direct flights from London to the Thai capital. The first flight back to Bangkok departed London-Gatwick Airport (LGW) at 22:00 local time on Monday, October 28, landing in Bangkok the following day at 15:55 local time, 15 minutes ahead of schedule.

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Avfuel Expands Its SAF Footprint In Southeast U.S.

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Ann Arbor, Michigan-based aviation fuel supplier Avfuel announced it has expanded its blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) offerings across the Southeastern U.S. The blends have a target of 30% neat SAF to 70% conventional jet fuel. Avfuel has teamed with Valero Marketing and Supply Co., which is a subsidiary of Valero Energy Corp. The neat SAF is produced by Diamond Green Diesel, a joint venture between a Valero subsidiary and Darling Ingredients.

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Riyadh Air Orders 60 Airbus A321neos For Narrow Body Fleet

One Mile at a Time

Riyadh Air is Saudi Arabia’s ambitious new airline , which will launch flights in 2025. Back in 2023, the airline placed an order for up to 72 Boeing 787-9s , as this will be the carrier’s primary wide body aircraft. Then earlier in 2024, we learned that Riyadh Air had placed a narrow body aircraft order, though the details weren’t initially revealed.

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Qantas Ends Boeing 717 Era As More Airbus A220s Takeover

Simple Flying

It has been a tumultuous year for Australian aviation, with the demise of domestic airlines Bonza and Rex, Qatar Airways' bid for a 25% share of Virgin Australia, unfavorable government examinations of airline competition and the fallout from Qantas' fall from grace in 2023.

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Brazil to launch massive airport upgrade program covering 130 airports 

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Brazil is planning a massive expansion and upgrade of its airport capacity within the next five years. This airport development plan will cover 130 airports across the country and will be the largest airport investment program in the history of the Latin American country. In a television interview with CNN Brasil , Silvio Costa Filho, Brazil’s Ports and Airports Minister, explained that the Brazilian government is working on a three-pronged plan that will see the construction of new regional air

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First A321XLR Delivered to Iberia

Airline Geeks

After over a year of delays, the new long-range narrowbody jet may enter revenue service as soon as next week with Iberia.

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DOT Implements New Airline Ticket Refund Rules

One Mile at a Time

As of October 28, 2024, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has implemented new consumer protections for airline passengers, which I’d consider to be great news. This policy was first proposed back in August 2022, but as you’d expect, it takes quite some time for new regulations to take effect. New automatic refund rules for canceling flights Thanks to new regulations in the United States, airlines are now required to provide automatic refunds if a flight is canceled or has a si

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What Is Foreign Object Debris In Aviation?

Simple Flying

Earlier this week, an Airbus A320 operated by JetBlue halted its taxi after landing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) after a luggage container came in contact with one of its engines. A tug had been towing the container, which came loose while in transit near the aircraft.

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Air France, interested in acquiring TAP Air Portugal 

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Air France-KLM is interested in acquiring an equity stake in TAP Air Portugal, according to Reuters, which has quoted unnamed sources familiar with the matter. If confirmed, this would mean that the Portuguese flag carrier is now in the sights of the three major European airline groups, namely Lufthansa Group, International Airlines Group (IAG) and now, Air France-KLM.

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World Series Fly-Over F-18 ‘Conflicted’ With A Cessna

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Four military aircraft, apparently returning from a flyover of Los Angeles’s Dodger Stadium for Game One of the Major League Baseball World Series, had a close call with a civilian aircraft. After an overhead break at Long Beach Airport (KLGB) in California, one of three U.S. Navy F/A-18s based at Naval Air Station Lemoore in Nevada (accompanied by a USAF F-16) came dangerously close to a Cessna 152 taking off from an intersecting runway.