World Airline News

APRIL 22, 2025

Qatar Airways Cargo Boeing 777F A7-BFZ (msn 66872) PAE (Nick Dean). The strategic collaboration will bring together the combined expertise and infrastructure of three leading players in the air cargo industry and is aimed at creating significant customer benefits.

Cargo

Inflight Pilot Training

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Before pilots can start flying for airlines, they must complete extensive simulator training, checkrides, and operational clearances. Regional airlines, cargo operators, and corporate aviation still require pilots to fill essential roles.

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Universal Weather

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Thus, non-commercial aircraft and non-cargo vessels generally will be prohibited from going to Cuba.” ” CIQ CIQ clearance normally takes place within the main terminal unless a fixed-base operator (FBO) with CIQ facilities is available. Clearance times are normally under 15-20 minutes unless the terminal is very congested.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JUNE 23, 2025

Airbus has played, and continues to play, an active role within the air cargo market as the overall demand for air freight remains high. As such, Airbus’ freighter offering is complete, catering for all cargo segments. Air France-KLM has confirmed orders for four A350Fs.

Cargo

One Mile at a Time

MARCH 9, 2025

While I appreciate the huge size of the tray, I found the tray to be positioned rather low in comparison to the seat, as theres not much clearance for most people. I love the traffic over on this side of the airport, including a view of Cathay Pacifics gorgeous cargo Boeing 747-8.

Narrow-Body Aircraft

Aerotime

APRIL 3, 2025

On April 3, 1975, US President Gerald Ford announced that the US government had planned to airlift orphans out of Saigon via a series of 30 flights aboard Military Airlift Command (MAC) C-5A Galaxy and C-141 Starlifter cargo aircraft operated by the 62nd Airlift Wing of the USAF.

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Air Facts

MAY 7, 2025

Its maximum takeoff weight of 9,300 pounds and large cabin space made it suitable for cargo, passengers, or specialized equipment. Terrain clearance became my biggest concern with only an estimate of his distance to the east. This enables the aircraft to reach a cruising speed of 190 mph with a range of approximately 1,200 miles.

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Aerotime

MARCH 20, 2025

As the aircraft approached Nome, air traffic controllers informed the pilot of flight 445 that Nomes runway was being de-iced and was temporarily closed, and that flight 445 could expect a 10 to 15 minute delay in landing clearance to be given. The outboard portion of the right wing was rotated aft and partially separated.

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Universal Weather

JULY 21, 2025

Host Cities: Toronto Vancouver Considerations: CANPASS: Required for most GA clearances Weather: Summer flying in coastal cities like Vancouver can bring fog or sudden weather disruptions Airspace Routing: Canadian FIRs may be key for efficient routings into U.S. congestion.

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Professional Pilot

JULY 14, 2025

Exterior Adaptability: Available with standard skids or optional high skids for increased ground clearance. The aircraft can also be configured with a firefighting water tank and 3,000-pound HEC-rated cargo hook, utility basket, wire strike protection kit, or pop-out floats as optional equipment.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The contents of this article have been limited to commercial aircraft performing public transport flights, whether carrying cargo or passengers (or both). As the month ended, on March 31, 2024, a Safe Air Boeing 727 operating a cargo flight from Juba to Malakal in Kenya crashed following a heavy landing at Malakal Airport in South Sudan.

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Photographic Logbook

JUNE 29, 2025

I departed the Williamson-Sodus Airport solo at 8:00 am and picked up my instrument clearance in the air from a Rochester Approach controller with a familiar voice. It appeared to be well-populated with versatile Air Force C-130 Hercules cargo ships. Geneva, NY and the north end of Seneca Lake. Delaware River.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 23, 2025

Security clearances — Many roles require top secret or higher clearance, adding another layer of vetting. No security clearance required. Competitive selection and testing — The process can include pilot aptitude tests, interviews, psychological evaluations, and physical fitness assessments.

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Aerotime

JULY 15, 2025

Meanwhile, Chinese cargo aircraft SF Airlines’ Boeing 767-300ER/BCF, with cargo registration B-220R was flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Ezhou Huahu International Airport (EHU) in China. The Airbus A350 approached dangerously close—just 90–120 meters—to an SF Airlines cargo plane.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JUNE 24, 2025

Mark 3 International was formed in 1990 and has warehousing and clearance facilities at London Heathrow and JFK in New York. READ MORE: Why UK PLC needs a comprehensive approach to air cargo The post Mark 3 International expands warehousing capacity at JFK appeared first on Aviation Business News.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 14, 2025

The new 4,800 sqm building is dedicated to WFS’ specialised E-Commerce & Freight Forwarder Handling (EFFH) product, and takes the company’s total cargo handling footprint at the Danish hub to over 21,500 sqm.

Cargo

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

On the day in question, DHL Air (Austria) Boeing 767-300ER freighter was operating a routine cargo flight from Amsterdam-Schiphol Airport to London-Luton Airport as flight QY6700. Having received clearance to do so, the plane turned south and began its descent back towards Schiphol.

Air Traffic Control

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 27, 2024

While the aircraft was being given taxi clearance, there was a minor misunderstanding, which wasn’t a big deal (but I still think it’s important context, since the Aeromexico pilot is in the wrong here): ATC: “Aeromexico 401, cross runway 31R at echo, follow the 777 ANA on charlie.” Pilot: You said 13R, but it’s 13L, okay.”

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Aviation Bussiness News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

International transport and logistics provider cargo-partner has launched a new air freight service to support businesses shipping from key locations in the Far East to the UK and Ireland. Reserved space on weekly flights ensures reliable and timely delivery, supported by cargo-partner’s strong network in Europe and Asia.

Cargo

Aviation Bussiness News

MARCH 25, 2025

In the next instalment of our senior executive interview series, Anand Kulkarni, head of global markets at Lufthansa Cargo, discusses how the airline is navigating economic shifts, e-commerce growth, and industry trends while embracing digitalisation, sustainability, and customer-centric solutions to stay ahead in a competitive market.

Cargo

Aviation Bussiness News

MARCH 31, 2025

Turkish Cargo has reinstated its services at Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST), citing the airport’s exceptional ground handling and operational efficiency as key factors in its decision. Operating two weekly Quito-Miami-Maastricht-Istanbul flights, Turkish Cargo will transport flowers, perishables, and general cargo.

Cargo

Aviation Bussiness News

APRIL 7, 2025

cargo-partner, a full-range information-logistics provider for air, sea, and land transport, is expanding its air-freight services in Mexico, to support global trade in-and-out of the country. Emergency services include immediate availability, fast customs clearance, and next-flight-out solutions.

Cargo

Aerotime

MAY 24, 2024

Miquel Ros // AeroTime Saudi Arabia also aims to play a larger role in global logistics, with the air cargo sector being another object of a thorough growth and development plan. Investors don’t need to do clearance between the zone and the airport. he explained.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

From its time operating flying boats during the 1930s, Pan American had named their planes for the Clipper sailing ships that broke records in the 19th century as they sailed people and cargo around the world. Now, Pan Am named N708PA Clipper Constitution. Pan American World Airways Boeing 707-121 Clipper Constitution , N708PA.

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Aviation Bussiness News

AUGUST 15, 2024

This pioneering facility marks a significant shift from traditional practices, where cargo was inspected outside the secure airfield environment. The CES is the result of a collaborative effort between CBP, DFW Airport, and dnata Cargo USA. ” In fiscal year 2020, DFW processed 16,000 international e-commerce clearances.

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Aerotime

JUNE 21, 2024

In the main, the type carried on its role of maritime patrol, characterized by long, monotonous sorties without sighting land or enemy, although others were used as patrol bombers (primarily to destroy enemy submarines), reconnaissance and surveillance, coast guard duties, general cargo transport, and troop relocation missions.

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Aviation Bussiness News

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Airport ground services and air cargo handler Swissport International has signed an agreement to acquire ViaEurope, a logistics services provider that specialises in end-to-end cross-border e-commerce solutions. This will allow Swissport International to offer an expanded suite of services to its customers.

Cargo

Fear of Landing

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The 31-year-old cargo aircraft, registered in Spain as EC-MFE, was operated by Swiftair on behalf of the German logistics group DHL for a routine cargo flight from Leipzig, Germany, to Vilnius, Lithuania. On the 25th of November 2024, a Boeing 737-400 crashed on final approach to Vilnius airport with one fatality.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

General Information for Business Jets to Buenos Aires Clearance Crew and passengers must clear customs at their respective airport terminals. Customs clearance usually takes 2 minutes per person. Such items can be sent via courier or cargo services to avoid these charges.

General Aviation

Universal Weather

JULY 28, 2023

General Information for Business Jets to Buenos Aires Clearance Crew and passengers must clear customs at their respective airport terminals. Customs clearance usually takes 2 minutes per person. Such items can be sent via courier or cargo services to avoid these charges.

Clearance

Universal Weather

JANUARY 29, 2024

For more information on Ireland airports, visit our destination guides: Shannon Preclearance destination guide Shannon Airport (EINN) is known as one of the best tech stops in Europe due to its ease of operation, low fuel prices, availability of pre-clearance to the United States, and no value-added taxes. Visas are not necessary for U.S.

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Aviation Bussiness News

APRIL 1, 2025

Matthew Ware, chief executive of CFL and chairman of Aviation Services UK, examines the role of courier services within the air cargo industry and how they have evolved to become ideally suited to meet the apparently insatiable demands of consumers and businesses across the globe.

Cargo

Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Corporate and cargo operators will have different schedules, but need to consider this as it affects their flight planning. The TMI number is important as sometimes you need to read it back after receiving your clearance via voice. NAT clearance is normally requested, received, and confirmed via CPDLC.

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Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Corporate and cargo operators will have different schedules, but need to consider this as it affects their flight planning. The TMI number is important as sometimes you need to read it back after receiving your clearance via voice. NAT clearance is normally requested, received, and confirmed via CPDLC.

Jet

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 1, 2024

Key Takeaways Commercial pilots are responsible for the safe transportation of passengers and cargo, requiring extensive skills such as self-confidence, situational awareness, and communication abilities. This careful planning helps in choosing the most efficient and safe routes, ensuring a smooth journey for passengers and cargo.

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Flightworx

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Central to these considerations is the landing permit, an indispensable tool that grants aircraft the legal clearance to touch down in foreign lands. They specify where airlines can operate, encompassing transit rights and the privileges of picking up and dropping off passengers, cargo, and mail.

General Aviation

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

citizens must undergo Category One TSA training and receive security clearance. Holders of the certificate can only fly banner-towing aircraft, cargo planes, and small passenger planes. Prospective holders of ATP certificates must have a high school diploma or a college degree.

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