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Delta teams up with Birmingham City Football Club as official airline partner  

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Delta Air Lines has signed a historic deal with Birmingham City to become the football club’s official airline partner during the 2024/2025 season. Under the agreement announced on September 16, 2024, Delta and Birmingham City will work together on “storytelling opportunities” and aim to promote the football club as a global sporting powerhouse. The new partnership officially kicks off on September 16, 2024, as Birmingham City take on Ryan Reynold’s Wrexham AFC in a Sky Bet League One match li

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For Those Who Didn’t Attend, Here’s What You Missed at Cranky Dorkfest This Weekend

Cranky Flier

Saturday was another successful Cranky Dorkfest, our biggest yet. Thank you to everyone who came out to LAX, and for those of you that didn’t… well I’m going to make you jealous. The day started out on the ramp outside the Flight Path Museum on the south side of LAX. LAWA really stepped it up this year with a bigger ramp visit that had some surprises.

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Virgin Australia pilots urged to accept new contract with 21% salary increases 

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The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has urged Virgin Australia pilots to accept a new contract that will see salaries increase by 21% over three years. The Fair Work Commission was asked to step in after Virgin Australia pilots represented by the Transport Workers Union voted against a proposed agreement in July 2024. The new deal “significantly restores pay and conditions which were decimated during the airline’s administration process” when US private equity firm Bain Capital took control of the

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KLM Commences Flights With Its 1st Airbus A321neo

Simple Flying

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has begun commercial flights with its first Airbus A321neo aircraft, with the aircraft flying for the first time between Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and Copenhagen, Denmark.

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China Southern to return to Adelaide Airport from December 2024

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Adelaide Airport has announced that China Southern Airlines intends to resume services to Guangzhou from the Australian airport on December 12, 2024. The Shanghai-based carrier will operate three times per week direct from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Adelaide Airport (ADL), providing a service that will reconnect the Australian state of South Australia with its second-largest international tourism market.

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5 Can't-Miss US Military Air Shows You Should Add To Your Autumn Calendar

Simple Flying

There are numerous military a airshows across the continental United States and beyond worth visiting. During the world-famous 2024 Farnborough International Air Show, the US Air Force added numerous aircraft. However, it is also possible to see many of these iconic aircraft at airshows in the United States this autumn. Besides the United States Air Force , some of these air shows feature displays by the Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Navy, and allied air forces.

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Frontier pax arrested after trying to choke flight attendant during flight

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A passenger is potentially facing a maximum of 20 years in federal prison after allegedly attempting to choke a flight attendant during a Frontier Airlines flight. The passenger, identified by the Department of Justice as 30-year old Charles Angel Salva, was on a Frontier Airlines flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) in Santa Ana to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on September 9, 2024.

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PIA planning an imminent return to European skies according to reports 

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Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is edging its way back to recommencing operations to European airports, according to several recent reports. The carrier was placed on an EU blacklist in 2020 following the discovery of numerous safety failures at the carrier, including the employment of unlicensed pilots During a recent audit performed at the company by the EU Air Safety Committee in November 2023, it is understood the inspectors critically re-examined the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authorit

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Beyond The US Air Force: How Many Countries Have Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning IIs?

Simple Flying

Well, the short answer to that question is nine (not counting the good ol' US of A, of course). Not bad at all for a warbird that is so maligned by the media and political pundits within its own country of manufacturer, eh?

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Jetstar to launch direct flights from the Gold Coast to Dunedin and Hamilton, NZ

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Jetstar is expanding its Trans-Tasman network with the launch of direct flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to two destinations in New Zealand. Starting June 2025, the Melbourne-based low cost carrier will commence direct flights between the Gold Coast and Dunedin Airport (DUD) and Hamilton Airport (HLZ). Jetstar will significantly expand its Gold Coast network, offering new direct flights to Hamilton and Dunedin in New Zealand from June 2025.

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AirAsia Thailand Expands In India And Thanks On Time Customers

Simple Flying

AirAsia Thailand is expanding its presence in India, where it currently operates 12 routes to destinations across the vast country. The new routes will be between Bangkok and Hyderabad and Phuket and Chennai, enabling travelers from two of India's key cities to fly nonstop to Thailand, the Land of Smiles.

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Lufthansa Group extends airBaltic wet lease partnership for further three years

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Germany’s Lufthansa Group announced that it is extending its wet lease agreement with airBaltic for three more years starting the summer of 2025. According to the group, the partnership’s extension will enable the flexibility to deploy up to 21 additional Airbus A220-300 aircraft during summer 2025, and five more aircraft of this type in winter 2025 at various hubs.

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Save On ITA Airways Flights With Amex Offers (Targeted)

One Mile at a Time

The Amex Offers program has just rolled out a great new targeted offer for the purchase of ITA Airways flights, which could be worth considering for anyone planning travel to Europe. We saw the same offer earlier this year, so it’s nice to see this deal return. Earn 17,500 Amex points on ITA Airways itinerary With a new targeted Amex Offers deal, you can earn 17,500 bonus Membership Rewards points when you spend $1,000 or more with ITA Airways by November 30, 2024.

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How To Use Your JetBlue TrueBlue Points For An Airbus A380 Flight

Simple Flying

JetBlue passengers can use TrueBlue points to fly the exclusive A380 on JetBlue partners Etihad or Qatar. The airline partners use their A380 from New York (JFK), JetBlues primary hub, to Abu Dhabi and Doha. Members can redeem TrueBlue points for first and business class, including Qatars Qsuites.

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KLM’s first-ever Airbus A321neo officially joins fleet with busy day of flights 

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The Legacy Of The Piper Cheyenne: 4 Key Innovations

Simple Flying

The Piper Cheyenne is a medium-sized turboprop aircraft designed and developed by Piper Aircraft. Designed in the early 1970s, it was one of the most innovative designs of its time. This article explores some innovative aspects of the Cheyenne family of aircraft.

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Capital One Venture X Business Review: Huge Perks, Great Value

One Mile at a Time

Link: Apply now for the Capital One Venture X Business with 150K bonus miles Last year we saw the launch of the Capital One Venture X Business , which is Capital One’s premium business card. I’d argue that this is one of the best business cards on the market. The card offers a great return on spending, valuable perks that justify the annual fee, a huge bonus, and more.

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What's The Latest With The Boeing Machinists Strike?

Simple Flying

There are a million opinions on Boeing and what it should do, but the simple reality today is that 96% of its workforce is on strike, its share price fell nearly 4% on Friday, it has $45 million in net debt and is burning through about $1.5 billion in cash every month. More than 30,000 workers walked out the door on Thursday, just hours after a vote rejected Boeing's offer, and yet it appears the earliest the two parties could get together is Tuesday.

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Air France-KLM Credit Card Bonus: 70K Miles + Up To 100 XPs

One Mile at a Time

The Air France-KLM World Elite Mastercard has been in the US market for several years now, and is issued by Bank of America. We’re increasingly seeing non-US airlines launch credit cards in the United States, and that’s pretty cool. We’ve seen a new limited-time welcome bonus rolled out on this card, which is in line with the best bonuses I’ve ever seen on this card (thanks to Frequent Miler for flagging this).

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The Busiest International Routes To San Diego Airport

Simple Flying

While San Diego International Airport (SAN) is not known for its wide-reaching international flight network, the airport is home to more than several flights outside of the United States and even North America.

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Marriott Bonvoy & Singapore KrisFlyer Partnership: How It Works

One Mile at a Time

Marriott Bonvoy and Singapore KrisFlyer have a partnership. With this, you can take advantage of a status fast track promotion on an ongoing basis. On top of that, there’s a dual earning promotion that’s valid for a limited time. While this isn’t quite as robust as Marriott’s RewardsPlus partnership with United , or Your World Rewards partnership with Emirates , there is potentially still some value to be had.

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84 Years On: The RAF Looks Back At The Resilience Shown In The Battle Of Britain

Simple Flying

The UK's Royal Air Force ( RAF ) is commemorating 84 years since the pivotal 'Battle of Britain' during the early days of World War 2. Over the four-month aerial battle, 2,945 RAF aircrew - now celebrated as "The Few" - held off repeated attacks from Germany's Luftwaffe over the skies of Britain.

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Brussels Airlines to add three A330 aircraft to expand African network

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Brussels Airlines, part of the Lufthansa Group, will add three A330 aircraft to its fleet “in the coming years” to reinforce its Sub-Saharan Africa network, the airline said on September 13, 2024. The new aircraft will bring its fleet to 13 total.

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All Change: Iberias First 2 New Airbus A321XLR Routes

Simple Flying

As you know, Iberia will be the launch customer of the Airbus A321XLR. The first aircraft is registered EC-OIL. Like future deliveries, the aircraft will operate in a two-class, 182-seat layout, with 14 business seats and 168 in economy.

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Proxy advisors recommend shareholders to back Chorus’ regional aircraft leasing segment sale

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Chorus Aviation said that proxy advisory firms ISS and Glass Lewis recommend shareholders vote in favour of selling the company’s regional aircraft leasing segment. Chorus said its board of directors have “unanimously determined” that the transaction would be in the best interest for the company.

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A First Look At British Airways & American Airlines London Heathrow To US Plan Next Summer

Simple Flying

one world members and transatlantic joint venture partners British Airways and American Airlines should be considered jointly for completeness. The duos preliminary London Heathrow to US schedule for July 2025 shows 2,085 departures an average of 67 take-offs daily.

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Uganda Airlines to get six new aircraft

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Uganda flag carrier Uganda Airlines is set to purchase six new commercial aircraft, the state minister for works Fred Byamukama said, according to Nile Post. The minister made the remarks during the airline’s launch of its new flights to Abuja, its second destination in Nigeria.

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5 Reasons Why Pilots Enjoy Flying The Cessna Citation Mustang

Simple Flying

Pilots love flying the Cessna Citation Mustang for many reasons. The airplane offers smooth and responsive flight controls, making flying a joy. Its light and well-balanced controls give pilots a sense of connection to the aircraft, enhancing the flying experience. Here are five other reasons that the Mustang is a pilot's airplane.

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Entebbe International Airport hits record number of passengers in August

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Entebbe International Airport – Uganda’s only international airport – reported a record level of passengers passing through in August 2024. Some 217,700 international passengers were facilitated by the airport through the month of August, the highest month in its history, according to Uganda Civil Aviation Authority spokesperson Vianney Luggya.

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What Is The Cheapest Private Jet?

Simple Flying

A private jet offers a high-end luxury experience with a personalized journey. Passengers are not required to stand in long lines during immigration or check-in, and access to a private aircraft provides a flexible schedule for business or pleasure that you can't get with commercial.

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IAG appoints new CEO of LEVEL

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International Airlines Group (IAG) has appointed Rafael Jimenez Hoyos as the new CEO of LEVEL – its long-haul airline operating from Barcelona. He had previously served as chief operating officer at Iberia, which he joined in 2013.

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Birmingham City and Delta Air Lines join forces for 2024-2025 season

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Birmingham City Football Club is pleased to announce Delta Air Lines as its Official Airline Partner for the 2024-2025 season. The new commercial relationship reflects the growing appeal of Birmingham City Football Club to leading global brands. The relationship officially ‘kicks-off’ Monday, September 16, to coincide with Birmingham City’s appearance on Sky TV’s Live Monday Night Football.

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3TOP Aviation Services acquire one A320 aircraft

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3TOP Aviation Services (3TOP) has acquired an Airbus A320-214 aircraft that was previously operated by Iberia Express. “We are delighted to bring this one onboard as we continue to beef up our inventory and solidify our position as a reliable and dependable source for aftermarket support” said Chris Emechete, CEO of 3TOP.

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Plane and Pilot

Every year in late July over half a million aviation enthusiasts gather in the little town of Oshkosh , Wisconsin. The skies are abuzz with the sounds of aircraft—from 65 hp Piper J-3 Cubs to state-of-the-art military F-35s, and everything in between. Over 800 exhibitors offer everything from T-shirts to college information, jewelry to airplane engines, and, of course, lots of airplanes.

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StandardAero to provide LEAP-1B support to Corendon Airlines

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StandardAero has signed a non-exclusive agreement with Turkish carrier Corendon Airlines to provide LEAP-1B support to its fleet of 737 MAX 8 aircraft. StandardAero has already inducted Corendon’s first LEAP-1B engine for a continued time engine maintenance (CTEM) shop visit.

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Ford Trimotor Under Restoration at The Liberty Aviation Museum

Vintage Aviation News

Not many museums are able to say that they have an airworthy example of a Ford Trimotor, but the Liberty Aviation Museum of Port Clinton, Ohio, will soon be able to have TWO airworthy examples of the Tin Goose. Currently, the museum sells rides on Ford 5-AT-B NC9645, which historically flew for Transcontinental Air Transport (T-A-T) as the “City of Wichita” and now flies as “City of Wichita/City of Port Clinton”, but the second Trimotor, NC9684 will pay homage to an airline that was an inextrica

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JetBlue appoints Sean Menke to board of directors

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JetBlue has appointed Sean Menke to its board of directors on September 16, 2024. The appointment is effectively immediately. Menke was most recently executive chair at Sabre, which he held from April 2022 through to April 2024.

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