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Full cycle: how TARMAC Aerosave stores, maintains and recycles airliners 

Aerotime

The fruits of a collaborative project TARMAC Aerosave traces its roots back to 2007 and the Pamela Project, an initiative led by Airbus and a number of research and industry partners which sought to drive the development and adoption of new technologies into the field of aircraft maintenance.

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“The Forgotten Flight”: United Airlines Passengers Trapped In 4-Hour Tarmac Sit With No Communication

Simple Flying

While the typical journey from Houston to San Jos, Costa Rica, takes about three and a half hours, the flight sat on the tarmac for the entire duration and more. A United Airlines flight recently suffered a significant delay, leading to turmoil from frustrated passengers and an unfortunate memory in the books.

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‘Hollywood Bomber’ Conducts Engine Test; To Premier at AirVenture 2025

Vintage Aviation News

The wingless airframe was towed onto the tarmac, and safety measures were taken. Photo by Gary Daniels The Saturday of week 106, December 7 th , was cold with deteriorating weather as the aircraft was tugged to the tarmac for another attempt to start the right engine. Mains were choked.

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US airports prepare for busiest Thanksgiving travel weekend in history

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In 2023, relatively few flights were canceled during the holiday period week, and with generally decent weather forecasted for much of the US in the coming days, delays and cancellations due to adverse weather events are not expected by either the authorities or airlines.

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American Flight Delayed 11+ Hours, Then Canceled: Any Recourse?

One Mile at a Time

Yesterday was a challenging travel day in the United States, due to some weather systems. Anyone else who traveled yesterday knows it was a problem ridden due to a deadly weather system that moved across the country with a 50k ft ceiling (i.e. Quick background I am a current and 11 year EXPLAT (3 of which were CK). Incredible!

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American Airlines ramp worker fatally injured after incident with ground vehicle

Aerotime

” According to the FAA, while some flights departing from the airport were impacted by some weather-related delays, there were no substantial flight delays caused by the ground incident itself. We are focused on ensuring that all involved have the support they need during this difficult time.”

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TARMAC Aerosave opens new €15m maintenance hangar in Teruel

Aviation Bussiness News

TARMAC Aerosave has opened its fourth maintenance hangar at its Teruel site in Spain. The €15 million investment brings TARMAC Aerosave’s total number of maintenance hangars to seven: four in Teruel, two in Tarbes, and one in Toulouse. Its fire-resistant PVC roof and weather-resistant design further enhance safety and durability.

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