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US airports prepare for busiest Thanksgiving travel weekend in history

Aerotime

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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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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Feeling the Heat

Ask the Pilot

On the most basic level, hot weather affects air travel the way it affects most things: it makes people uncomfortable and wears them down. Imagine what it’s like slinging suitcases out on the tarmac when the mercury hits triple digits. How do extreme temperatures impact air travel? Things happens more slowly.

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Turbulence and Triumph: Lessons learned about flying (and about life)

Air Facts

On that day, the weather forecast was favorable, with light and variable winds. I checked the weather updates, which still showed no significant changes. When the wheels finally made contact with the tarmac, I felt a profound sense of relief mixed with frustration. Trusting the data, I decided to proceed, albeit with caution.

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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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The Pitot-Static System: How It Works

Pilot Institute

Since static pressure changes with altitude and weather, the static port provides a constant reading of the current atmospheric pressure. The atmospheric, or static pressure, varies with altitude and weather. When your aircraft is parked on the tarmac, the pitot-static system faces other risks.

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In the News

Fear of Landing

737 Skids Off Tarmac In Senegal An Air Senegal flight left the runway during take-off late on Wednesday night , with flames allegedly engulfing one side of the plane. At least 10 people were injured at Dakar’s Blaise Daigne airport, including the pilot.

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