Aerotime

OCTOBER 11, 2024

ton payload, the E190F offers a 40% volume capacity increase, even when compared with the largest turboprops. Embraer also claims a 30% reduction in operational costs when measured against larger narrow-body jet cargo aircraft. In this regard, the Brazilian manufacturer claims that, in addition to the 13.5-ton

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Simple Flying

APRIL 1, 2025

Only after ordering the jet was it discovered that the Bombardier Global 7500 does NOT fit into the existing building in Bern-Belp - the airport where the Swiss Federal Council would typically store such an aircraft. Media outlets have also reported that the airports runway is too short for the aircraft to operate with a full payload.

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The cargo airline K-Mile Asia will begin operating Thailand’s first 767-300 Boeing Converted Freighter after welcoming the new jet at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). The aircraft stretches over 50 meters and is capable of carrying payloads of up to 51.7

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AV Web

JANUARY 1, 2025

While there are a number of piston engines capable of operating on more readily available jet fuel, late last year, Gogetair flew its top-of-the-line G750 aircraft with a Turbotech TP-R90 turboprop engine. Slovenian aircraft manufacturer Gogetair has taken a different approach to the issue of avgas availability worldwide.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 23, 2024

“Our growth in this aircraft type underscores Atlas’ commitment to the 747-freighter platform and the value it provides our customers, including significant payload capacity and unique nose-loading capability.” The 747-8F is a purpose-built freighter rather than a reconfigured passenger jet.

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Aerotime

JULY 2, 2024

“The 777 Freighter’s payload capacity, range and flexibility will enable Turkish Airlines to deliver exceptional customer service while maximizing operational efficiency.” It remains to be seen if Boeing and Turkish Airlines announce more orders over next few months, particularly in the passenger jet segment.

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Simple Flying

MAY 20, 2024

Nearly 25-40% of an airline operating expenses are used on jet fuel. Well, that depends on a multitude of factors, including aircraft's empty weight, carried payload, efficiency of the engines, flight path, and weather conditions. So, how much fuel does an airliner consume during flight?

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 23, 2024

Before I do so, a few things to note: I’m not listing my six favorite planes in absolute terms, but rather I want to list my plane preferences across the spectrum, from jumbo jets to regional jets; in other words, what’s my favorite regional jet, what’s my favorite mainline narrow body jet, etc.?

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Simple Flying

MAY 6, 2024

Business jets come in all shapes and sizes. One of the primary attributes of business jets is its operational range. The range determines how far the aircraft can go with partial or full payload without having to stop for refueling.

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One Mile at a Time

JANUARY 5, 2025

However, due to strong wind shear plus the short runway, that ultimately didnt end up being the case, at least without a major payload restriction. However, the airport isnt otherwise as challenging to fly to, given the much longer runway, which means that wide body jets can fly there.

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Simple Flying

MAY 14, 2024

These aircraft are a combination of jet and propellor-powered aircraft that provide a complete range of payload and range capabilities. The United States Air Force operates a diverse fleet of transport aircraft that helps the organization achieve its global objectives.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 20, 2025

It offers a large payload and room for up to 19 passengers, allowing for efficient operations. The Cessna SkyCourier is a twin-engine aircraft developed for versatility and reliability. The aircraft is available in Freighter and Passenger variants, with a Combi configuration or gravel kit for flexibility.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

When considering the purchase of a short-haul light turboprop aircraft, several important factors include performance, payload capabilities, and passenger capacities. None, however, could be more important than range, as the ability to fly further in a lighter, more affordable, and easy-to-fly airplane cannot be understated.

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One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

These jets are most in need of a refresh, as the cabins on them are quite outdated. As part of the plan to reconfigure these jets, SWISS intends to introduce a single row of first class, featuring three(ish) seats — this includes two single seats at the windows, plus a double suite in the center.

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Aerotime

JULY 26, 2024

Some of Britain’s greatest aviation feats include the evolution of the jet engine, the first aircraft with an enclosed cabin, the development of Concorde and the de Havilland Comet – the first commercial jet airliner to enter service. Aerospace is undergoing its biggest revolution since the jet engine era.

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Professional Pilot

JULY 16, 2024

ATP-ME, DPE-ATP-TYPE, A&P/IA, DAR-T, CAM), President/Director of Operations and Maintenance at Jet Logistics. ” Key benefits of the InSight Display System for Hawker 800/A/B/XP operators include: Increased payload and efficiency: Provides an additional 250+ lbs.

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AV Web

JANUARY 8, 2025

It wasnt until I started flying professionally that I needed to balance realistic fuel planning with payload and just a dash of bargain hunting. Obviously, the number one priority when preflight planning is a safe fuel load, but being able to extract a useful payload out of the aircraft is part of why we play the game.

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World Airline News

JULY 22, 2024

Currently the longest-range twin-engine freighter with unrivaled payload capacity, the 777 Freighter will help maximize the airline’s commercial cargo service and boost market share across its global operations. This capability enables operators to fly more freight on more nonstop routes with better operating economics.

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Vintage Aviation News

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The aircraft successfully surpassed its predecessors and other competitors as it could carry more payload and fly faster at higher altitudes than the B-17 and B-24. The Superfortress stood strong and effective against several types of targets throughout the Korean War but was vulnerable to MiG-15 jet fighter attacks.

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AV Web

JULY 17, 2024

As for energy sources, Brivet noted that battery energy density has close to doubled since 2008 at 300 watt hours per kilogram; and hydrogen almost triples the potency of jet fuel at 35,000 watt hours per kilogram, with double the efficiency in turning hydrogen’s chemical energy into propulsion.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The 707 would revolutionize the airline industry and become one of the most successful jet airliners in aviation history, helping make overseas transit faster and more affordable to the general public. On this day in aviation history, December 20, 1957, the first production Boeing 707 made its maiden flight over Seattle.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Added to this was the fact that larger carrier-borne aircraft with bigger payloads were expected to fill the decks of the upcoming Midway-class carriers. Grumman’s answer was the Model G-70, which was to be propelled by both a Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp and a Westinghouse 24C jet engine (later called the J34).

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Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 13, 2024

The reason behind this was the high fuel consumption of jet engines and the time required to develop a whole new model. Lockheed continued to refine and enhance the L-1409 series, producing variants like L-1409C and L-1409E with improved payload capacity and speed. The last L-1049 passenger flight in the U.S.

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Planes.com

AUGUST 7, 2024

In a groundbreaking development, Embraer has launched a cutting-edge automatic takeoff feature for its E2 family of passenger jets. The automation concept Embraer Enhanced Takeoff System (E2TS) is expected to lead to much-enhanced range capabilities from short runways to increasing fuel capacity, range, and payload.

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World Airline News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

E-Jets converted to freighters will have over 40% more volume capacity, three times the range of large cargo turboprops, and up to 30% lower operating costs than larger narrowbodies. If combining capacity under the floor and main deck, the maximum structural payload is 13,500 kg for the E190F.

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Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 26, 2024

The prototype made its first flight on October 26 that year with test pilot Vance Breese at the controls, the test flight giving successful results and the prototype showcasing good handling characteristics along with satisfactory payload at lower altitudes.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Narrowbodies Since the dawn of the jet age, numerous single-aisle aircraft types have been operated by airlines worldwide. With this number, the type became the UK’s most successful civil jet airliner ever produced. All figures remain subject to change. The first variant, the shorter-fuselage 737-100, sold just 30 examples.

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World Airline News

JULY 12, 2024

The B777F can transport more than double of payload on each flight compared to our 767Fs, and it is the most fuel-efficient aircraft in the world with the GE90 engines. Maersk chose GE90 engines for its 777F which are the world’s most powerful and reliable commercial jet engines.

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Professional Pilot

MARCH 6, 2025

In 2024 alone, Lilium declared 2 of its subsidiaries insolvent and faced shuttering the business completely until a last-moment promise of investment allowed it to continue work on a factory for its eVTOL electric jet. It can carry up to 882 lb of payload. Payload is 900 lb. AutoFlight has 200 orders in hand.

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Latatuide 33 Aviation

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Various factors affect the swiftness and efficiency of private jets, such as weight, altitude, and temperature. Explore how fast private jets fly and the factors influencing their speeds. Flying on a private jet could help you save time when taking your next business trip or holiday. How Fast Are Private Jets?

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Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

However, in an aviation sector still recovering from the devastation of WWII and becoming the scene for the rise of jet aircraft, the Deux-Ponts became one of the rarest planes in the world when it was active. This aircraft was among the first large aircraft built in France following the Second World War.

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Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 9, 2024

The goal was to combine the range and capacity of larger jets with the efficiency of a twin-engine design. The GE90-115B is the most powerful commercial jet engine, boasting record thrust levels that significantly enhance the 777’s efficiency. These engines reflect Boeing’s commitment to developing powerful and efficient jet engines.

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Aviation Bussiness News

OCTOBER 14, 2024

“With our E-Jet footprint across the US and worldwide, we are offering optimum cargo solutions to our customers for this connected world.” E-Jets converted to freighters will have over 40% more volume capacity, three times the range of large cargo turboprops, and up to 30% lower operating costs than larger narrowbodies.

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AV Web

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Continuing to operate in this challenging environment with janky communications wasn’t the greatest idea to begin with, and as I studied the ramp it was apparent that my Mooney was outclassed in terms of payload, and there was certainly no shortage of pilots participating.

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Aviation Bussiness News

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

The E-Jets are a global success with a large footprint worldwide, we are now ready to offer the highest standard of freighter solution to customers globally, said Martyn Holmes, Chief Commercial Officer, Embraer Commercial Aviation. If combining capacity under the floor and main deck, the maximum structural payload is 13,500 kg for the E190F.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 24, 2024

The E190F, which performed its maiden flight earlier this year, is a passenger jet converted to cargo operations, and will be known as the E-Freighter. This is a segment that has tremendous potential, and gives a new life to the earliest E-Jets that are just now moving into the typical replacement phase.”

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 15, 2024

The Boeing 777F can fly up to 9,200km (4,970 nautical miles) and carry a maximum payload of 102,000kg. Maersk chose GE90 engines for its 777F which are the world’s most powerful and reliable commercial jet engines. Its main deck fits pallets up to 3m high and all cargo decks are temperature controlled.

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