One Mile at a Time

MARCH 3, 2025

Two heavy aircraft departing Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) had a very close call, which is now being investigated by regulators. I guess at least a close call wasnt in the United States, for once? TCAS saves the day for two cargo jets departing HKG This incident happened at around 7AM on Thursday, February 27, 2025, and involves two cargo jets that were both departing the airport: An MNG Airlines Airbus A330-300 with the registration code TC-MCN was departing for Istanbul (IST) with the

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Flight Training Central

MARCH 3, 2025

Aerodynamic stalls are caused by an excessive angle of attack. And while technically they can occur at any attitude, power setting, or airspeed, as a practical matter, they are likely to occur when operating at the edges of the normal operating envelope and/or while making abrupt control inputs. While its extremely important to understand what conditions can lead to a stall, how to recognize an impending stall, and correct recovery techniques, its not something to fear during your everyday flyin

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Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

Qantas and Jetstar Australia announced that it will celebrate International Womens Day 2025 by running 50 all-female operated flights this week. From the week of March 3-9, 2025, flights will be planned, dispatched and operated by more than 250 female pilots, cabin crew, engineers, airport and operations center team members across Qantas, QantasLink and Jetstar, and span over 20 routes in Australia, New Zealand and Asia.

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One Mile at a Time

MARCH 3, 2025

An OMAAT reader recently had an unpleasant Global Entry experience, whereby he received a warning about his membership being revoked for an innocent mistake. He asked me for my take on the situation Ill share it, but Im actually not 100% sure of the answer to his question, so Id like to see if anyone else has experience with this. US CBP officer seemingly goes on a power trip Here in the United States we have Global Entry , which is a program that offers expedited Customs & Border Protectio

Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

The launch of the Europeanrocket Ariane 6, which was planned for 1.24pm local time from Europes Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, has been postponed due to a reported anomaly on the ground. The launch was meant to be the first commercial mission of the new European space rocket and the second overall, after its maiden, partly successful, test launch in July 2024 , where it carried a dummy payload plus several small satcubes.

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World Airline News

MARCH 3, 2025

Royal Air Maroc Boeing 737-8B6 WL CN-ROC (msn 33061) BLQ (Marco Finelli). Image: 962299. Royal Air Maroc Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner CN-RAM (msn 64625) PAE (Nick Dean). Image: 944638. Royal Air Maroc now offers three direct flights per week between Casablanca, (CMN) and Beijing (PKX), starting 20th January 2025. The new service, utilizing Boeing 787-9 aircraft, adds 30 tons of weekly cargo uplift each way between China and Morocco.

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Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

Norwegian has reached an agreement to buy 10 Boeing 737-800 aircraft that the airline says already form part of its leased fleet. The carriers strategic move was announced to the Oslo Stock Exchange on March 3, 2025, in what was described as a key step in securing the company’s future fleet. Norwegian said it expects the agreement to be finalized by the end of March 2025, and once completed will generate recurring cost savings net of financing costs of an average of around NOK 200 million

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Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

South African startup JOLY Airlines has placed an order for 30 ME-1A 19-passenger amphibious aircraft from US-based Mallard Enterprises. The two parties signed a letter of intent (LOI) as JOLY Airlines targets regional flights around South Africa in its ambition to connect previously inaccessible communities. Registered in July 2021, JOLY Airlines aims to redefine the African aviation industry and bring families together across towns and continents.

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One Mile at a Time

MARCH 3, 2025

In very late 2024, Florida regional carrier Silver Airways filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Silver Airways financials have always been a bit of a mystery, since the company is privately owned. However, over the years weve heard several stories of airports threatening to kick out the airline , after the company didnt pay its bills. To state the obvious, thats not normal for a stable airline.

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Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

Discover Airlines, the subsidiary of Lufthansa Group focused on the leisure market, is launching its first long-haul flights from Munich Airport (MUC). Orlando, Florida (MCO), the Namibian capital Windhoek (WDH) and Calgary (YYC), gateway to the Canadian Rockies will be the initial long-haul destinations served by Discover Airlines from the Bavarian airport.

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Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

Pilots operating the B-52 Stratofortress endure some of the worlds most extended missions, often exceeding 30 hours. Sustaining concentration while crossing multiple time zones requires significant physical stamina and mental resilience. Health and fitness efforts for pilots focus on optimizing human performance, ensuring that aircrews effectively cope with fatigue, stress, as well as decision-making under persistent strain.

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Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

More than 6,900 Alaska Airlines flight attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA), have ratified a new three-year contract. On February 28, 2025, the airline announced that more than 90% of Alaska flight attendants participated in the vote, and the agreement passed by 95%. We are focused on making Alaska Airlines a place for the best people in the business to grow their careers, and this new contract reflects that, said Ben Minicucci, CEO at Alaska Airlines.

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One Mile at a Time

MARCH 3, 2025

As I recently wrote about, were taking a winter ski trip to Niseko, Japan , staying at four different points properties. Ive already shared the return portion of the trip that I booked , where Ill be flying ANAs A380 first class and Hawaiians 787 first class. However, I didnt finalize the outbound portion of the trip until last minute, for good reason.

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Vintage Aviation News

MARCH 3, 2025

On March 3, 1915, the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) was established, laying the foundation for what would later become NASA. Created to undertake, promote, and institutionalize aeronautical research, NACA played a pivotal role in advancing aviation technology in the United States. At the time, aviation was still in its infancy, but interest in powered flight was rapidly growing worldwide.

Aviation Technology

Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

With the recent spate of incidents, it would be easy to think aviation is becoming less safe. But in reality, flying is one of the safest ways to travel and, thanks to a new report, we can now discover which are the safest airlines in the US to fly with. A recent study by MIT found that the fatality rate associated with flying fell to one per every 13.7 million passenger flights in 2024. 10 years ago, that rate was one per 4.4 million flights.

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Air Facts

MARCH 3, 2025

Why Crash Videos and Social Media Dont Mix Air Facts Journal In a recent accident in Toronto, Delta regional jet flipped on its side after a very hard landing. After the strong reaction to my article about why I think most social media crash videos are more about clicks than safety, Ive found it somewhat vindicating to witness the fallout from Dan Millicans Taking Off video about the recent accident in Toronto, where a Delta regional jet flipped on its side after a very hard landing.

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Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

In the world of aviation, commercial airliners often steal the spotlight, but the backbone of personal and business flying has always been the general aviation (GA) industry. From small propeller-driven aircraft used for pilot training to sleek private jets ferrying executives across the country, general aviation plays a crucial role in connecting communities and driving economic activity.

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The Aviationist

MARCH 3, 2025

We got a rare look at the F-22A Raptor which was repaired after being involved in a landing mishap a few years ago. On Feb. 21, 2025, an F-22A Raptor using radio callsign COACH 1, arrived at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth for a fuel stop. What immediately stood out about the […] The post Exclusive Images Reveal Patched-Up F-22 Raptor After Landing Mishap appeared first on The Aviationist.

Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

Canada has announced a life-extension program for its Bell CH-146 Griffon multirole utility helicopters. As a military variant of the Bell 412, they are relatives of the iconic UH-1 Iroquois (Huey) family of helicopters made famous in Vietnam. Canada purchased a fleet of 100 of these aircraft in the 1990s, of which more than 80 remain in service. The Griffon's life extension is an interim measure as Canada looks for a new and more capable platform.

Vintage Aviation News

MARCH 3, 2025

PRESS RELEASE In a major boost for Australias Warbird movement, a fully restored and airworthy De Havilland DH.115 Vampire T55 has arrived in Scone, New South Wales, where it will join the growing fleet of historic aircraft operated by Paul Bennet Airshows. Built in 1958 by F+W Emmen in collaboration with de Havilland Switzerland, this two-seat jet trainer was one of 39 Vampire T.55 aircraft used by the Swiss Air Force, with nine of the final batch sourced from RAF surplus stock.

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Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

For aviation enthusiasts and frequent flyers alike, understanding the differences between Lufthansas Boeing 747 models can help in choosing the best travel experience. The airline operates two models: the 747-400 and the 747-8. While the older 747-400 features a more traditional layout, Lufthansa has modernized the 747-8s interior to align with its most recent long-haul fleet.

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Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and Royal Australian Navy successfully rescued an adventurer who encountered a cyclone while rowing across the Pacific Ocean. Lithuanian national Aurimas Mockus, aged 44, was attempting to row from San Diego, United States, to Brisbane, Australia, when he hit Tropical Cyclone Alfred. The cyclone caused the rower to be stranded for three days in the Coral Sea, located roughly 740 kilometers from the Queensland state coastal city of Mackay.

Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

Aviation is an industry that has undergone one of the fastest changes throughout the 20th century. We have all seen the simple biplanes from WW1, agile WW2 propeller planes, and numerous jet-powered aircraft that now dominate international air travel and the Air Forces worldwide. But let's think about the evolution of propulsion. It took less than 40 years from the first simple piston engine in the Wright Flyer until the almost simultaneous development of a jet engine by Frank Whittle of England

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Aviation Bussiness News

MARCH 3, 2025

The UK government has published a consultation setting out how it intends to support the green fuels sector and provide certainty for SAF producers. Apart from the obvious benefits to meeting the nation’s climate commitments, backing investment in the low carbon sector also has huge potential for driving economic growth, as its expected to support up to 15,000 new jobs and deliver 5 billion to the UK economy by 2050.

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Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

Shortly after Donald Trump began his second term as the President of the United States, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the US Secret Service activated temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) near his primary residence. Since 2019, President Trump has used his home known as the Mar-a-Lago Estate. This residence is approximately five miles east of Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

Emirates will be the first airline from the Middle East to offer daily non-stop flights between Dubai and Shenzhen starting in summer 2025, expanding its reach into mainland China. In a press release published on March 3, 2025, the Dubai-based carrier stated that the new daily route will begin on July 1, 2025, with Shenzhen becoming the airline’s fourth destination in China.

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Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

On February 28, Delta Air Lines revealed two more long-haul routes from its Atlanta hub: Accra and Marrakech. The African cities join two European routes this year: Brussels (returning) and Naples (new). The SkyTeam member plans to serve 24 European, African, and African destinations from Atlanta this year, although this is not a record.

The Aviationist

MARCH 3, 2025

The TB2T-AI has three new AI computers, a new turboprop engine and winglet. Recently, the TB2 also flew with the Antidot Electronic Warfare pods. Turkeys Baykar Tech, maker of the famous TB2 UCAV that saw extensive use by Ukraine in the initial months of the war with Russia and by several African and Arab nations, […] The post Turkeys Bayraktar TB2T-AI Variant Takes Maiden Flight appeared first on The Aviationist.

Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

The Boeing 737 narrowbody airliner is by far the most popular commercial Boeing passenger jet. Boeing launched its Fourth Generation Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in 2017, with 1,720 of the aircraft being delivered as of January 2025. But while the 737 has been one of the most successful commercial aircraft ever developed, its production over the last five years has been significantly depressed by a veritable perfect storm of unfortunate events.

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Plane and Pilot

MARCH 3, 2025

As the price for typical entry-level airplanes climbs ever higher and the supply of affordable types dwindles with time, its becoming increasingly difficult to find examples priced below $30,000. In most cases, airplanes in this range require some attention to be brought up to snuff, both mechanically and visually. But it doesnt get much cheaper than todays bargain, a 1947 Ercoupe, priced at only $18,500.

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Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

Every year, March 8th marks International Women's Day, with the special date having now been celebrated in various forms for more than a century. This year, Australian flag carrier Qantas and its low-cost subsidiary Jetstar Airways are celebrating the day by operating more than 50 flights with all-female crews in the week leading up to the big occasion.

Cranky Flier

MARCH 3, 2025

Was it just me, or does nobody else remember last week either? Once I arrived in Phoenix for the 5th annual Cranky Network Awards presented by Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, it was a complete and total blur until it was all done. In the end, we had what I think was our best event yet, and I want to thank all ~170 of you who joined us. We started with the new Cranky Confab where we had an in-depth discussion with four aircraft manufacturers and another that focused on the US-Mexico mar

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Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

Major North American and Asia-Pacific airlines operate some of the longest and most frequent transpacific routes this summer (between May and September 2025). These routes offer most global legacy carriers the most modern narrow and widebody aircraft. Based on ch-aviation data, this article explores the most frequent transpacific flights this summer.

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World Airline News

MARCH 3, 2025

airBaltic Airbus A220-300 (Bombardier CS300 – BD-500-1A11) YL-ABB (msn 55126) ZRH (Rolf Wallner). Image: 960694. Riga As the spring season begins, the Latvian airline airBaltic reveals that its most popular destinations from Riga this season are Amsterdam, Alicante, Barcelona, London, Vienna, Malaga, and Tivat. By analyzing booking trends, passenger demand, and seasonal travel preferences, the airline has identified a strong demand for sunny escapes and city getaways this spring, along wi

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Simple Flying

MARCH 3, 2025

The Airbus A330-200 is a shortened, longer-range variant of the Airbus A330 family of widebody aircraft. It can typically carry between 210 and 250 passengers, while its 222-inch-wide fuselage can be configured with as many as 406 seats in high-density layouts. It can operate on routes of up to 7,250 nautical miles. Airbus's most modern variants of the A330 family are the re-engined A330neos made up of the A330-900 and A330-800.

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Inspire

MARCH 3, 2025

By Chris Strube, EAA 738689; Lillooet, British Columbia; CYLI, Member, BCGA Shortly after becoming a pilot in 1981, I got a lesson in diplomacy. Coutts/Ross International Airport (CEP4) was an unfenced grass and dirt strip, straddling the U.S./Canada border. A friend had bought a hotel in Coutts, Alberta. My wife and I were invited for […] The post Border Airports first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Aerotime

MARCH 3, 2025

A Japan Airlines (JAL) Boeing 737-800 celebrating the upcoming EXPO 2025 at Osaka, Japan, has been unveiled featuring a giant robot from the science fiction world of Gundam. The imposing livery introduces passengers to RX-78F00/E GUNDAM which will appear in a new video at Japanese toymaker Bandai Namcos GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION at EXPO 2025. According to Japanese media, Gundam is a hugely popular franchise that began in the 1970s featuring giant robots that has since spawned a multi-billion i

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