Cranky Flier
APRIL 23, 2024
I wrote yesterday about how United had some real struggles filling seats in its Pacific network around the holiday season. But the only comprehensive data I have is load factor information combined with broad unit revenue trends by region as the airline reported in quarterly earnings. Load factor matters, but it’s just one piece of the puzzle.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 25, 2024
Following the announcement in March by the British Columbia Aviation Museum that it had acquired Martin JRM Hawaii Mars today, with much surprise, the Pima Air and Space Museum (PASM) made public via Facebook its acquisition of the Philippine Mars. Coulson Aviation published a press release announcing that the Philippine Mars will soon find its “forever home” at the PASM in Tucson, Arizona this year.
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Alaska Air
APRIL 25, 2024
Starting this fall, we’re adding nonstop routes from San Diego and Los Angeles as well as offering our largest Southern California schedule in recent years. The post Alaska Airlines expands presence in Southern California with new routes and increased service to popular West Coast destinations appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 26, 2024
In late 2023, we saw the launch of Beond Airlines , a fascinating premium airline startup. The airline has now been flying for several months, and quite a bit has changed since launch, so I wanted to take an updated look at what’s going on with this unique airline. The details of Beond Airlines Beond Airlines is an all-business class airline with lofty expansion goals.
Cranky Flier
APRIL 22, 2024
United made a huge push into the Pacific this winter, and the numbers are somewhat staggering. With so many seats flooding the market, it’s perhaps not surprising that United has struggled to fill them all. Early results may not look good, but this doesn’t mean it’s a complete failure. There will be some improvement as markets mature, but there’s also going to be some tweaking needed.
Flying Magazine
APRIL 26, 2024
Gulfstream Aerospace has delivered the first two G700s to U.S.-based customers and both are now in service, The deliveries come less than a month after Gulfstream received FAA type and production certification (March 29 and April 8, respectively) for the new, Rolls-Royce Pearl 700-powered G700. The engines have greater than 18,000 pounds of thrust, each.
Alaska Air
APRIL 26, 2024
This World Pilots' Day, meet aspiring Alaska pilot Mohammed Hakeem, and learn what inspired him to get his wings at Ascend Pilot Academy. Plus, get insider tips from remarkable pilots at Alaska Air Group. The post Chart your flight path: Insider tips from aspiring and legendary pilots at Alaska Airlines appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.
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Cranky Flier
APRIL 26, 2024
American’s Q1: Labor Costs Up, Profit Down American Airlines lost $312 million in the first three months of the year as it saw labor costs rise 18%, or nearly $600 million from a year ago. American expects to return to the black in Q2, to the tune of between $1.15 and $1.45 per share. The carrier earned a cool $12.6 billion in gross revenue, including $11.5 billion in passenger revenue.
Aviation Bussiness News
APRIL 26, 2024
Ryanair’s outspoken boss has said that Ryanair will be forced to scrap a planned expansion of UK flights unless it is allowed to hire non-British flight attendants. In comments reported in the Daily Telegraph, O’Leary attacked ‘insane’ post-Brexit rules that stop the company from hiring workers from other countries at its 13 UK bases.
Flying Magazine
APRIL 25, 2024
The U.S. Navy has issued a contract to Electra to investigate the use of its electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft for logistics in contested environments, the company announced. According to Electra, the aircraft is able to operate with ground rolls of 150 feet, capable of carrying up to nine passengers or 2,500 pounds of cargo, and sports a range of 500 nm.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 26, 2024
Link: Apply now for the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card We’re currently seeing a huge limited time welcome offer on Marriott’s most premium credit card, offering nearly twice as many points as the previous offer. I wanted to recap this offer, as it will be expiring in the coming days. If you’re at all interested in this card, this would be an ideal time to apply.
Cranky Flier
APRIL 20, 2024
Some American Airlines Flyers Won’t Earn Miles for Flights Starting Next Month – Fodor’s The deadline is fast approaching for American to decide which travel agencies will be considered “preferred.” Those that aren’t will not be able to sell fares that earn miles at all. It’s been a frustrating process all around.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 26, 2024
By Zac Yates The sole surviving example of the Cold War-era Blackburn Beverley transport aircraft has been saved after an ambitious crowdfunding target was reached in just seven weeks. As reported by Vintage Aviation News , the Solway Aviation Museum (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.
Flying Magazine
APRIL 26, 2024
Lately I am caught up in a self-induced battle between the realism of X-Plane 12 and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 ( MSFS 2020 ). No better place to showcase this than in and out of one of the most famous airports in all of the sim kingdom, Innsbruck, Austria (LOWI). Innsbruck is one of the most beautiful and spectacular places on earth with an airport that can support a variety of airline equipment up to a small widebody such as the Boeing 767-300ER.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 26, 2024
Delta is back with another promotion for buying gift cards… Starbucks bonus gift card with Delta gift card purchase Here’s an easy promotion that could be worth taking advantage of. In celebration of Mother’s Day, if you purchase a $300+ Delta gift card , you can receive $20 worth of Starbucks gifts as a bonus: The Delta gift cards can be redeemed 72 hours after purchase, and have no expiration date The offer is valid while supplies last or until May 13, 2024, whichever comes first Each person c
Airline Geeks
APRIL 26, 2024
Etihad Airways' livery, known as "Facets of Abu Dhabi," was first introduced in 2014 on a Boeing 787-9 and designed by Landor Associates.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 26, 2024
By Zac Yates “I only know that I want that biplane. I want it because I want to travel through time and I want to fly a difficult airplane and I want to feel the wind when I fly and I want people to look, to see, to know that glory still exists. I want to be part of something big and glorious.” – Richard Bach, Biplane (1966) Richard Bach flying the Parks somewhere over the Midwest, 1968.
Flying Magazine
APRIL 26, 2024
Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer Beta Technologies this week achieved a milestone few eVTOL companies have reached. The company on Tuesday said it completed a crewed, full transition flight of its Alia-250 (A250) eVTOL, shifting from vertical lift to forward cruise on fixed wings during the same flight. The model is one of two aircraft the firm is looking to commercialize in the coming years, along with a conventional takeoff and landing (eCTOL) Alia variant.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 26, 2024
Delta Air Lines will be introducing a new, more premium layout on some of its upcoming Airbus A350s. While seat maps began to reflect this back in December 2023, the airline has now formally announced these plans. Delta plans A350s with more business class seats Delta intends to introduce a new premium configuration on some of its Airbus A350-900s, featuring more business class seats.
Airline Geeks
APRIL 26, 2024
The Utah-based regional carrier is slated to transition 19 CRJ-700s expiring from its American contract to the 50-seat configuration.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 25, 2024
The Yorkshire Air Museum (YAM) has announced the launch of “Elvington 44/45 – The Fight for Liberty”, a site-wide exhibition that spans one of the most momentous 12 months in modern history. Over the last two years the YAM had had exhibitions on the Falklands Air War (2022) and the Cold War (2023). These lasted across the summer but this time the museum is continuing into the next, up to the anniversary of VE Day.
Flyertalk
APRIL 24, 2024
The agency announced a new set of rules for airlines , requiring flyers to receive automatic refunds when services are not provided as scheduled. Airlines Must Provide Refunds for Flyers Without “Jumping Through Hoops” Under the new rules, which take effect immediately, airlines are on the hook for more of the problems flyers may face during their travel day.
Ask the Pilot
APRIL 23, 2024
When Culture and Air Travel Intersect Crossovers. That’s my name for those moments when history, culture, art or politics intersect unexpectedly with commercial aviation. They underscore the many ways, not always recognized, that air travel touches our lives. This will be an ongoing series. I’ll add to it as occasions warrant. — NEW: AEROPOLITICS This one speaks for itself.
Airline Geeks
APRIL 26, 2024
Delta will relaunch routes to Lagos, Nigeria from New York-JFK on Dec. 1, 2024 in addition to upgraded aircraft for service to Ghana and South Africa.
AOPA
APRIL 25, 2024
Seaplane airline Harbour Air said it signed a letter of intent to purchase 50 magni650 electric motors from magniX, an aviation propulsion company, marking a major step in Harbour Air’s plan to convert its fleet of 45 de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver aircraft to electric power.
Flying Magazine
APRIL 26, 2024
The U.S. Navy has updated its training fleet by taking delivery of a pair of T-54A multi-engine training system (METS) aircraft based on the Beechcraft King Air 260 platform. The aircraft will replace the T-44C Pegasus, an earlier version of a militarized King Air that has been in use since 1977. The T-44C is slated to be phased out over the next year.
Gary's Flight Journal
APRIL 24, 2024
It’s been 33 days since my last flight time. Granted the weather hasn’t helped and my knee issue has diminished my desire to climb aboard. I am happy to report that my knee issue is feeling better and I am awaiting a date to have three gel injections administered. I’m also now the proud owner of two new knee braces which I thought were ancient history after ditching the last issued orthopedic gadgets many years ago.
Airline Geeks
APRIL 26, 2024
Delta and American Express teamed up to launch a new credit card design created using metal from retired Delta 747 aircraft
AV Web
APRIL 25, 2024
On Tuesday (April 23), Gulfstream Aerospace announced it delivered the first two G700s to U.S.-based customers. Both are now in service with their buyers. The deliveries come less than a month after Gulfstream received FAA type and production certification (March 29 and April 8, respectively) for the new, Rolls-Royce Pearl 700-powered G700. The engines have greater than 18,000 pounds of thrust, each.
Flying Magazine
APRIL 24, 2024
Question: I am working on my instrument rating, and I have a question about filing to another airport. One of the CFIIs I fly with told me to file to the airport but not a particular fix because it’s really up to ATC to decide what the pilot should do. Another CFII told me to check the weather, see what the flow is, and file to an initial approach fix for an approach in use.
Plane and Pilot
APRIL 25, 2024
Today’s bargain provides ample space for two, great visibility, and legendary Beechcraft quality at an operating cost similar to that of a basic Cessna 150. … Read More "Bargain Buys on AircraftForSale: 1979 Beechcraft 77 Skipper" The post Bargain Buys on AircraftForSale: 1979 Beechcraft 77 Skipper appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine.
iPad Pilot News
APRIL 26, 2024
A step-by-step approach to thunderstorm avoidance with an EFB app iPad Pilot News One of the major weather hazards pilots have to deal with this time of year is convective weather and resulting thunderstorms. No airplane is equipped to fly through a thunderstorm, and for obvious reasons planning to fly around them should be the primary goal. The weather patterns across the entire U.S. become quite active as the days get longer and warmer, providing the necessary ingredients for storms to form.
AV Web
APRIL 26, 2024
Boeing released its first-quarter results on Wednesday, citing a net loss of $355 million. Although substantial, the numbers were better than analysts had expected—especially in the midst of management shakeups, whistleblower claims and ongoing production delays. The company’s reputation has taken a hit since the Jan. 5 midair door plug blowout, which led to the grounding of its of its 737-9 MAX fleet.
Flying Magazine
APRIL 26, 2024
“Can you accept the visual?” It is not uncommon for air traffic control to pose this question to pilots on IFR flight plans approaching certain airports when the weather is VFR. In daylight, when the visibility is good, the winds calm, and the pilot familiar with the airport—and the approach is a straight in—the visual is no big deal. But throw in weather, fatigue, low light, pilot unfamiliarity, and a circle to land, and it’s a different event.
Flexair
APRIL 23, 2024
Securing a position as a pilot within the aviation industry requires more than just flying skills and a passion for the skies. An airline pilot interview is a critical step in your career path, where you demonstrate not only your technical proficiency but also your fit within an airline's culture and operational needs. Preparing effectively for this interview can make the difference between being offered your dream job and having to try again.
iPad Pilot News
APRIL 22, 2024
ForeFlight introduces crowdsourced turbulence reports iPad Pilot News Sentry and Sentry Plus models include an AHRS that can be used to record turbulence. Electronic flight bag apps like ForeFlight, when paired with portable weather receivers like Sentry , make it much easier for pilots to avoid in-flight weather hazards. That includes the big three threats (thunderstorms, in-flight icing, and low IFR conditions), but right after those critical concerns comes passenger comfort—and that usually m
AV Web
APRIL 26, 2024
On Friday, Sporty’s announced the retirement of its CEO, Michael Wolf, effective Jan. 31, 2025. According to Sporty’s, Wolf has been an integral member of the team for more than 50 years, holding the position of chief executive officer since 2008. Sporty’s president, John Zimmerman, will assume the role of CEO upon Wolf’s retirement. “Michael has been instrumental in shaping Sporty’s into the industry leader it is today,” said Zimmerman.
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