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How Virgin Atlantic and Fetcherr are transforming the airline experience with AI 

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Much has been written about how powerful and transformative artificial intelligence (AI) can be in the domain of airline pricing or optimizing the allocation of a given carrier’s seat inventory. These are ideal tasks for a technology capable of providing actionable recommendations based on the analysis of very large data sets. Not long ago we explained how tech firm Fetcherr has developed a large market model (LMM) which does just that.

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Southwest Redeyes are About More Than Just Utilization

Cranky Flier

After more than 50 years without scheduling a single redeye flight, Southwest has finally made the move. The initial batch of redeyes start in February, but the airline just released its summer schedule and the airline will be up to 33 routes by then. I think conventional wisdom suggests that this is mostly a way to reduce unit costs, something that has been a real concern at Southwest as of late.

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Grumman F8F-2/G-58A Bearcat: An Air-to-Air Photo Mission

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Story and photos by Todd, EAA 1571783, and Kelley Whitaker, EAA 1571782 Todd, EAA 1571783, and Kelley Whitaker, EAA 1571782, of WhitPics Media had the opportunity to attend the 2024 Central Coast AirFest in Santa Maria, California, this fall. The sky was filled with warbirds from years gone by as well as new and modern […] The post Grumman F8F-2/G-58A Bearcat: An Air-to-Air Photo Mission first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Iberia's New Airbus A321XLR Makes 1st Flight From Madrid To Paris CDG

Simple Flying

Iberia has just completed the world's first passenger flight with the Airbus A321XLR, touching down at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) this morning. The A321XLR has become one of the most hotly-anticipated aircraft in recent years, and this maiden short-haul voyage from the Spanish flag carrier's hub at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) is a key milestone, with long-haul operations looming on the horizon.

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Kuwait Airways B777 damaged after boarding bridge collapses at Dhaka Airport

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A Kuwait Airways B777-300 aircraft suffered extensive damages when a boarding bridge unexpectedly collapsed at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The incident occurred in the early hours of November 6, 2024 at around 02:20 local time. Flight KU 283 had just arrived in DAC Airport from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) at roughly 01:00 local time.

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Mid America Flight Museum Releases Update on B-17G ‘Thunderbird’

Vintage Aviation News

Since the Mid America Flight Museum of Mount Pleasant, TX, acquired the B-17G Thunderbird from the Houston-based Lone Star Flight Museum in 2020 , the aircraft has been the subject of an extensive refurbishment at the Erickson Aircraft Collection in Madras, OR, chosen for their work in maintaining and fly the B-17 Ye Olde Pub. Now, the MAFM has released a statement regarding the future appearance of the aircraft.

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United Takes Delivery of First 787 in 20 Months

Airline Geeks

United took delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner since March 2023 on Tuesday. The new aircraft features a special paint scheme.

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Ethiopian Airlines receives Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000 in Toulouse

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Ethiopian Airlines is celebrating the near arrival of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000 in what will be a historical moment for the continent and commercial aviation. Executives from Ethiopian Airlines and Airbus met on November 4, 2024, at Toulouse Blagnac Airport (TLS) for a special ceremony where ownership of the first A350-1000 was officially handed over to the carrier.

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National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Opens for Veterans Day: Honoring All Those Who Served

Vintage Aviation News

PRESS RELEASE Chatham County, GA – In tribute to our nation’s heroes, the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force will open its doors on Monday, November 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for Veterans Day, welcoming veterans with free admission as a token of gratitude for their service. A special “Ringing of the Bells” ceremony will take place at 11:00 a.m. in the museum’s Memorial Garden near the Chapel, an annual tradition to honor those who have served and sacrificed for our freedom.

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FAA Says It Will Keep ATC Meteorologists

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The FAA says it will keep staff meteorologists at 21 air traffic control centers. A few days after the union representing the weather specialists issued a press release saying the agency planned to get rid of them in favor of automated systems, the agency said it wasn’t so. “The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Weather Service will continue our long-standing partnership to provide weather services to ensure the safety of the National Airspace System,” an FAA spo

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Breaking: Boeing & Machinists Union End Strike With Agreement On Nearly 40% Pay Boost

Simple Flying

US planemaker Boeing and the union representing over 30,000 of its machinists approved a new bargaining agreement late Monday, ending a strike that plagued the company for more than 50 days. Nearly 60% of the workers voted in favor of the new deal, which will provide a significant boost in pay.

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China Airlines nears decision on Airbus and Boeing long-haul jet order: Reuters

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Bosses at China Airlines are reportedly nearing a decision over an order for both Airbus and Boeing long-haul aircraft, according to Reuters. The Taiwanese flag carrier is understood to be considering buying up to 20 aircraft, split equally between Boeing 777Xs and Airbus A350-1000s. According to Reuters , industry sources informed the news agency that any multi-million-dollar deal agreed could also include freighter aircraft.

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End of an Era: DDA Classic Airlines’ DC-3 ‘Princess Amalia’ Retires After 40 Years of Service in the Netherlands

Vintage Aviation News

by Paul van den Berg On October 16, 2024 DDA Classic Airlines ‘ DC-3 PH-PBA Princess Amalia closed her engines for the last time with a full load of passengers at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam. This marked the end of a 40 years long period of regular passenger operation with classic airliners in the Netherlands. Passengers ready to board Prinses Amalia.

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Virgin Atlantic Launching Cancun Flights As Of October 2025

One Mile at a Time

Given how small Virgin Atlantic’s fleet is, the airline has announced quite a few new destinations lately, ranging from Accra , to Riyadh , to Toronto. The airline has now revealed plans to add flights to yet another destination. Virgin Atlantic adds London to Cancun flight As of October 19, 2025, Virgin Atlantic will launch a new seasonal, 3x weekly flight between London Heathrow (LHR) and Cancun (CUN).

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F-16 Block 70: How Lockheed Modernized Its Successful Legacy Fighter

Simple Flying

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a quintessential multi-role fighter that was originally developed by General Dynamics but modernized and now produced by Lockheed Martin. This iconic jet has been a cornerstone of western air power since its introduction in the late 1970s. As military technology and doctrine has evolved, so too has the F-16, culminating in the newest iteration the F-16 Block 70/72.

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Pilot narrowly escapes as IAF MiG-29 fighter enters freefall before crash: video

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A fighter pilot with the Indian Air Force (IAF) narrowly escaped after his Mikoyan MiG-29 span wildly out of control before crashing to the ground. The MiG-29 fighter pilot was able to safely eject from the aircraft and was praised by the Indian Air Force for protecting the public from being hurt or injured during the crash. The incident on November 4, 2024, near Agra in Northen-Central India was captured by locals who immediately ran to help the disorientated pilot in a field close-by.

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B-29 Doc History Restored Tour to Land in Lawton, Oklahoma

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PRESS RELEASE The iconic B-29 Superfortress “Doc” will land in Lawton, Oklahoma as part of the B-29 Doc History Restored Tour, from November 14-17, 2024. B-29 Doc, one of 1,644 B-29 Superfortress aircraft built by the Boeing Company in Wichita, KS, during World War II, is one of only two remaining B-29 aircraft airworthy and flying today. The historic warbird will be available for ground and cockpit tours, and B-29 Doc Flight Experience rides while Lawton.

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British Airways Suspends Two U.S. Flights

Airline Geeks

British Airways is slated to cut two U.S. flights next summer as the carrier continues to face Rolls-Royce engine troubles.

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Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hikes Airline Fees By Over 40% Due To Interest Rates & Inflation

Simple Flying

Spinning it as a move that will fund better quality and less noise, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) has announced a sharp increase in airport fees that will gradually enter into force over the next three years. The total increase will amount to 37%, with 2025 being the toughest year for airlines.

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Boeing workers end seven-week strike with approval for new pay deal 

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A seven-week strike by Boeing workers has ended after 58% of union members voted to approve a new pay deal that will see incomes rise by 38%. After votes were held on November 4, 2024, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Districts 751 and W24 announced that a new ratified contract would see Boeing workers receive a 43.65% compounded wage increase.

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HondaJet Hits Car, Five Dead

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Five people died in the collision of a HondaJet with a car in Mesa, Arizona about 4:40 p.m. on Tuesday. The plane was reportedly taking off from Falcon Field when it overran the runway and crashed into the car on street bordering the airport. There were five people on the aircraft but it’s not clear if all the victims were on the plane or if any were in the car.

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China Airlines Eyes Split Widebody Order

Airline Geeks

Taiwan’s flag carrier, China Airlines, is entering the final stages of a multi-billion-dollar decision to acquire new long-haul jets,

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Could Any US Airlines Order The Boeing 777X?

Simple Flying

The machinist strike at Boeing affected nearly every aircraft program comprising the current Boeing lineup, from the Boeing 737 MAX, to 767F, and even Boeing's 777X, which is currently in development. What is the Boeing 777X ? How does the aircraft fit into Boeing's current fleet lineup? Which US airlines could order the aircraft? Let's take a look!

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Britten-Norman reaches deal with Falkland Islands for more Islander aircraft 

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Britten-Norman has reached a tentative $9.75 million agreement with the Falkland Islands government to deliver four new BN2B-26 Islander aircraft. The agreement, announced on November 7, 2024, confirms that the Falkland Islands government is planning to further modernize its existing fleet of Islander planes and believes that the BN2B-26 would best serve its needs in what is an extremely demanding environment.

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Best Emirates First Class: A380 Vs. 777?

One Mile at a Time

Emirates is known for having one of the world’s best first class products. As of now, the airline offers three different first class experiences — there’s the Airbus A380 first class, the old Boeing 777 first class, and the new Boeing 777 first class. In this post I thought it would be interesting to compare and contrast these products, and talk about which offers the best experience.

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Boeing Strike Ends After 53 Days

Airline Geeks

International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers union members voted to approve a new contract with Boeing on Wednesday.

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Malaysia Airlines 1st Airbus A330neo Takes 1st Flight

Simple Flying

Malaysia Airlines has shared that its first-ever Airbus A330-900 had operated its first flight, with the airline gearing up for the delivery and introduction of the type into its fleet.

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FlySafair faces sanctions over breach of foreign ownership rules 

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FlySafair, one of South Africa’s largest airlines, is in trouble over an alleged breach of the country’s foreign ownership rules. In response to a complaint filed in 2022 by competitor airlines Airlink and Lift, South Africa’s International Air Services Council (IASC) has determined that FlySafair is majority-owned by Ireland-based aviation and logistics group ASL Holdings.

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Game Composites Introduces GB2 Stormbird For Aerial Firefighting

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Arkansas-based Game Composites announced plans to produce a next-generation single engine air tanker known as the GB2 Stormbird. In a recent press release , Game Composites described the GB2 Stormbird as an all-composite, two-seat, low-wing aircraft designed explicitly for aerial firefighting. The GB2 is engineered to carry up to 1,200 gallons of fire retardant and reach speeds exceeding 200 knots.

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Lufthansa Plans To Fly Airbus A350s From Frankfurt

One Mile at a Time

Lufthansa appears to be planning a change to its fleet strategy for 2025, in light of ongoing aircraft delays, plus the company’s dissatisfaction with Munich. Lufthansa will fly A350s from Frankfurt as of summer 2025 Lufthansa has two major hubs, in Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich (MUC). Historically, the airline has taken a disciplined and rather consistent approach to which planes it flies from which airport.

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Why Don't Delta & American Airlines Fly To The UAE?

Simple Flying

Delta Air Lines has not flown to Dubai since February 2016, and American Airlines has never flown to the United Arab Emirates. Because of the growth in this region, it is peculiar that two of the biggest airlines in the United States (US) and the world have no service. And there is previous history to be discussed.

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Cathay Pacific eyeing new widebody order, considering Boeing 787 or 777X series  

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Cathay Pacific Airways is reportedly considering both the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and the Boeing 777X series of airplanes for its next widebody aircraft order. In a report published by Bloomberg, the Hong Kong-based carrier has already engaged in talks with the US manufacturer about numbers and timescales concerning both types. Any new planes will be earmarked to replace older Boeing 777-300s and -300ERs as well as Airbus A330s currently operated by the airline.

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FAA Investigating Single-Engine Go-Around

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Air traffic control recordings indicate that the flight crew reported an engine failure while on approach to Reagan National before initiating a go-around.

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Boeing Strike Over

AV Web

Boeing production workers voted 59 percent to accept the company’s offer of a 38 percent pay increase over the next four years plus an immediate $12,000 signing bonus. Acceptance ends a six-week strike that was straining Boeing’s balance sheet and delaying aircraft deliveries. “This is a victory. We can hold our heads high,” said Jon Holden, head of the International Association of Machinists, representing 33,000 workers at plants scattered around the Seattle area.

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Former Spirit Airlines CEO & JetBlue Board Member Ben Baldanza Passes Away At 62

Simple Flying

Former Spirit Airlines CEO Ben Baldanza has sadly passed away at the age of 62 following a battle with ALS. The pioneering airline exec is best known for spearheading Spirit's transformation in the mid-2000s and introducing many ultra-low-cost staples of the industry today.

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First Airbus A330neo destined for Malaysia Airlines completes maiden flight

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The first Airbus A330neo destined for Malaysia Airlines has completed its maiden flight at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) in France. This significant milestone has come just weeks after Malaysia Airlines expressed deep disappointment in Airbus following aircraft delivery delays. On November 7, 2024, though, a much more buoyant Malaysia Airlines was clearly pleased with the progress its first Airbus A330neo was making.

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American Deploys Its Largest Jet to Charlotte

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On Tuesday, the Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier began regularly scheduled Boeing 777-300ER service to Charlotte for the first time.

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