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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

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

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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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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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KLM Commences Flights With Its 1st Airbus A321neo

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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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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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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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Iconic Waldorf Astoria New York Reopening Late 2024 (Hopefully)

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Back in the day, the Waldorf Astoria New York was one of the most well-known hotels in New York, and for that matter, in the United States. However, a lot has changed in the past decade. In 2015, the hotel was purchased by a Chinese firm for $1.95 billion. The hotel was a bit past its prime at this point (it initially opened all the way back in 1931), so it closed in 2017, with plans for a $1 billion makeover.

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BBN Airlines Indonesia receives permit to operate from Singapore  

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BBN Airlines Indonesia, part of global aviation company Avia Solutions Group (ASG), has announced that it has received a foreign operator permit (FOP) from the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS). The new permit is the second overseas license the ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Crew) specialist airline has been awarded in 2024 and will enable the carrier to expand into new markets in Asia and to build on its current portfolio of customer airlines in the region.

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Marriott Bonvoy & Singapore KrisFlyer Partnership: How It Works

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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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Qatar Airways to boost Amsterdam service to accommodate winter seasonal demand

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Qatar Airways announced that it will launch four additional weekly flights to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) from Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) for the winter 2025 season. According to the Doha-based carrier, this is to accommodate increased demand from passengers coming from the Dutch capital wanting to travel to warmer destinations. #QatarAirways is launching four additional weekly flights to Amsterdam this winter!

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

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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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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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Five Things You Might Not Know About Life As An Airline Pilot

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Every job has its hidden challenges and little-known perks , but life as an airline pilot takes this to a whole new altitude. Behind the cockpit doors, pilots navigate not only the skies but also a unique lifestyle full of surprises that most of us would never imagine. From dealing with ever-changing time zones to handling the unexpected mid-flight, being a pilot offers a mix of excitement and complexity.

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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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Which Aircraft Families Is British Airways Using On Its US-Bound Flights This Year?

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With one of the busiest transatlantic flight schedules in the world, British Airways is still a major player in connecting the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK).

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

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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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Omaha Or Lincoln: Which Nebraskan Airport Is Bigger?

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Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) and Lincoln Airport (LNK) are popular airports in Nebraska. The airports help travelers to more significant hubs in the US and bring tourists to Nebraska. OMA serves a much larger population than LNK. According to Visit Omaha , OMA serves five million passengers annually and is Nebraska's largest airport. United Airlines exclusively serves LNK with around 15 daily flights.

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Save On ITA Airways Flights With Amex Offers (Targeted)

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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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AirAsia Thailand Expands In India And Thanks On Time Customers

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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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Southwest Finalizes Its Last Labor Deal

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Southwest Airlines announced on Monday that it has concluded its final labor contract negotiation after two years of bargaining.

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The Busiest International Routes To San Diego Airport

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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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Greeley’s Ambitious Plan to Become Colorado’s Third Major Airport

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Greeley-Weld County Airport (GXY) is poised for transformation. City officials envision GXY becoming Colorado's third major airport.

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

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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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Boeing Freezes Hiring, Considers Furloughs as Strike Could Cost $3.5 Billion

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Boeing has notified employees of a hiring freeze and is considering furloughs in the coming weeks as experts predict significant cash loss for the company.

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Southwest Airlines Petition To Stop Elliott's Influence Receives Over 700 Signatures

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A petition created last week regarding Southwest Airlines' relationship with Elliott Investment Management has garnered several hundred signatures. The appeal claims the management firm will dismantle jobs and tarnish the carriers legacy.

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Weekend Crashes Kill Seven In Alaska

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A homebuilder on the maiden flight of his aircraft was one of seven people killed in three separate crashes in Alaska in the last three days. Jon Bergstedt, 71, of Anchorage had just taken off from Anderson Lake Strip Airport in Wasilla on Saturday and his aircraft, described as resembling a Piper Super Cruiser, crashed on a road. Meanwhile, crashes on Friday and Sunday claimed six people.

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Qatar Airways Boosts Amsterdam Network With 4 Additional Weekly Winter Flights

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Anticipating a strong demand from passengers from the Netherlands for travel to sunnier destinations in the winter months, Qatar Airways will soon increase flight frequencies to Amsterdam. The network boost will last for a few months in the winter season until March 2025.

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US approves potential sale of F-35 aircraft and engines to Romania

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Sept 13 (Reuters) - The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of 32 F-35 aircraft as well as engines and other equipment to Romania in a deal valued at $7.2 billion, the Pentagon said in a release on Friday. The principal contractor for the aircraft would be Lockheed Martin Inc.

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Air France To Test Buy-On-Board Program Next Year

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Air France will be trying out a new buy-on-board catering system for its short and medium-haul flights, which from Europe can include destinations across the continent, in North Africa and the Middle East.

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Whitaker To Explain FAA Role In Door Plug Mishap

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FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker is being called on the carpet to explain the FAA’s role in the Boeing 737 MAX door plug blowout last January. Whitaker will appear before an investigative subcommittee of the Senate Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on Sept. 25. to discuss the FAA’s oversight of Boeing as a new MAX 9 went through Boeing’s Renton assembly plant and was delivered without four bolts that secured the door plug.

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Air India's Various Special Liveries Over The Years: A Brief Guide

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Air India is India's flag carrier and has been operating since 1946 (the year before India became independent). Today, Air India operates a large fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft flying to around a hundred destinations domestically and internationally. As with many airlines, Air India's liveries have evolved over the years , and it has introduced a number of special special liveries.

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Airbus selected by MDA Space to deliver over 200 Sparkwing solar arrays

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Leiden, the Netherlands, 16 September 2024 – Airbus announced today it has been selected by MDA Space Ltd., a leading provider of advanced technology and services to.

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What Is The Cheapest Private Jet?

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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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Textron Manufacturing SMS Approved

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The FAA has approved Textron’s Safety Management System for its design and manufacturing operations. The company had previously been approved for an SMS on its maintenance and support arms. “This FAA approval is a testament to our commitment to product safety at every level of operation,” said Textron spokesman Todd McKee. “Together, we are setting new standards in the aviation industry, ensuring that safety and quality are at the forefront of everything we do.

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5 Unique Features On The Pilatus PC-12

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Pilatus Aircraft is known for its innovative and quality products from Switzerland. Pilatus manufactures the PC-12, a popular choice for business and private flights. This single-engine turboprop boasts advanced features, including expanded windows and a luxurious cabin.

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