Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

However, poor weather soon set in, and they landed just 7 minutes later at Boeing Field, Seattle. As the weather improved later that day, they made a second flight, and were in the air for 1 hour, 11 minutes. At 12:30pm PST, N708PA took off on the Boeing 707’s first flight. Now, Pan Am named N708PA Clipper Constitution.

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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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Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Transatlantic routes While safety is still the primary concern for pilots, today’s challenges are not so much the vastness and weather on this ocean, but traffic density and regulatory compliance. There are 2 main factors that influence the north Atlantic route structure – weather and traffic demand. MHz (NAT air-to-air).

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Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Transatlantic routes While safety is still the primary concern for pilots, today’s challenges are not so much the vastness and weather on this ocean, but traffic density and regulatory compliance. There are 2 main factors that influence the north Atlantic route structure – weather and traffic demand. MHz (NAT air-to-air).

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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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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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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. Prior to takeoff, pilots scrutinize weather conditions and other pertinent data to foresee potential in-flight challenges.

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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.

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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.

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

MAY 20, 2025

The layout of the airport (Photo: Airportguide.com) During my time at LIN Airport The view outside the airport Gloomy weather greeted me when I arrived. Initially I was seated at this aisle seat and with the improved weather, I knew I had to get myself into a window seat if possible. Rolling down the runway in this beautiful weather.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 29, 2023

For arriving flights: On parking stands not equipped with such alternative means, the use of APU is limited to 30 minutes or the required time to disembark all passengers, offload the cargo haul and perform all operations related to the arrival French CAA performs random ramp checks.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 26, 2025

When flying through a high-pressure weather system, the same volume of air contains more molecules. The opposite is true for low-pressure weather systems. For example, if we were to takeoff on an airfield at sea level at 0C (32F), it would take 1520ft to reach our obstacle clearance height of 50ft. That’s an extra 360ft!

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

OCTOBER 15, 2024

There was a bit of queue waiting for clearance to enter the terminal. In my head - It's time for me to go home and that's it), before finally given me the clearance to leave the country. At least when we started our descent, the weather was much better, descending and landing in smooth condition. Seriously? (In

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Flightworx

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

A well-prepared flight plan takes into account not just the direct path from point A to point B, but also factors in potential weather changes, air traffic, and emergency landing locations. Make permit clearance your pre-flight priority for a smooth and seamless journey. The aim is to ensure a safe, efficient, and predictable flight.

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JUNE 23, 2025

Not an ideal weather to fly in but at least I was flying in a more comfortable class. Once we were cleared of the dreadful weather, the rest of the flight was smooth including the landing at Taipei airport. We entered the threshold and waited for our clearance to take off. Almost there now. We started rolling down the runway.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 26, 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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AeroSavvy

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Weather, earthquakes, and even volcanoes present logistical challenges. So, why does cargo transported between North America and Asia make a pit stop in Anchorage? Cargo flights departed to or arrived from 103 different locations during the time period. 103 nonstop cargo flights to/from Anchorage in May 2023.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

If cabotage has been performed, significant fines may apply along with denial for future operations for a specified period Customs Customs and security clearance procedures are straightforward and user-friendly for operators arriving in Spain, from either inside or outside the Schengen area. Many ramp inspections are done.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 11, 2024

Special customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance is possible within one of two EGLL VIP clearance areas — the Royal and Windsor suites — for an additional charge of about 1,500 £ per use. Tech stops EGSS is recommended tech stops as they operate 24/7 with 24/7 CIQ clearance available.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 29, 2024

Customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance is usually done at the GAT or FBO with an average clearance time of about 5-10 minutes, depending upon traffic and all required information provided to authorities in advance. Weather The island has two main seasons: rainy and dry.

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Universal Weather

JULY 5, 2023

While cargo flights are considered a charter, the associated permit process is complex and requires specifically licensed vendors. CIQ clearance involves deplaning all passengers, crew, and luggage, which may be needed for inbound and outbound operations. CIQ clearance via a GAT or commercial terminal usually takes 30-45 minutes.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The aircraft involved in the Vilnius incident was operated by Spanish all-cargo airline Swift Air under contract to DHL. The aircraft was converted into an all-cargo variant in 2014 and was delivered to Swift Air in February 2015. Poor weather conditions do not appear to be a factor. The aircraft, registered EC-MFE, was 31.1

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Inflight Pilot Training

APRIL 16, 2024

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to collect and process biographic, travel and cargo information from people flying to or from the United States. CANPASS is a program offered by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) that allows pre-approved, low-risk travelers to expedite their clearance process when entering Canada.

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 26, 2024

Upon completing his mission, Kidder requested a clearance to land over the radio, and received a vector heading and told by the controller he was only 15 miles from the base. They turned out to be from a weather outpost for the US Army Air Force’s 11th Weather Squadron, and that they were the only other people on the island.

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