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The controversial push for AI single-pilot ops: Airbus vs. Pilot associations

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A pilot operating Boeing 767s on global routes and a consultant leveraging his extensive aviation and technology expertise, Christian also holds a First-Class Honours degree in Air Transport Operations and a master’s in Blockchain. The Air Line Pilots Association ( ALPA ) has been particularly vocal in its opposition.

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Lufthansa inflight drama as co-pilot faints after captain leaves cockpit: report

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A report has come to light in the German media concerning a major flight safety issue that affected a Lufthansa flight from Germany to Spain in February 2024. The investigation report states that with around 30 minutes left of the two-hour and 30-minute flight left to go, the 43-year-old captain left the flight deck for a toilet break.

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Qantas, Jetstar mark International Women’s Day with 50 all-female run flights

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Qantas and Jetstar Australia announced that it will celebrate International Womens Day 2025 by running 50 all-female operated flights this week. Qantas The first flight, a Jetstar service from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), took off on the morning of March 3, 2025.

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Drone Lingo Simplified: Acronyms Every Pilot Needs To Know

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Drones have their own language, and its filled with abbreviations and acronyms that can be overwhelming for new drone pilots. This guide simplifies the most common drone-related acronyms, from flight regulations to airspace classifications and technical terms. If youre just starting off with drone flight, then this is the list for you.

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Southwest alters landing procedure to reduce cabin crew turbulence injuries 

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Southwest Airlines will alter landing procedures from December 2024, in an effort to reduce injuries sustained by cabin crew members during turbulence, according to an internal memo. At 18,000 feet, the Pilots will make one high-low chime, indicating the start of sterile flight deck. “At

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Vueling Ground Staff Hold Bag Hostage, Force Pilot To Pay €60 Ransom

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OMAAT reader François reached out with an absolutely wild story of what happened to him on a recent Vueling flight, where he was forced to abandon his carry-on bag. Even when the pilot intervened, the ground staff wouldn’t budge, so the pilot ended up paying for the bag out of pocket. Since he couldn’t pay, he abandoned the bag.

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Emirates entices pilots with improved benefits, higher salaries and better perks

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These are just some of the “significant and exciting” changes that Emirates is making to its pilot recruitment program. These pilots will now have the opportunity to be fully trained to fly the airline’s all-wide-body fleet of 144 Boeing aircraft across its network. Learn more about the new packages, roles, and eligibility criteria!