Lilium CEO: How 29 years at Airbus guides his vision for the eVTOL frontrunner
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AUGUST 16, 2024
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Cranky Weekly Review Presented by San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport: Avelo Feels a Stiff Breeze, Alaska’s FAs Reject Agreement…
Cranky Flier
AUGUST 16, 2024
Breeze Blows Directly Into Avelo’s Face Breeze Airways added 11 new routes this week all from Avelo’s biggest stronghold – New Haven, CT. Avelo has based much of its early growth around HVN, an airport which did not have commercial service before Avelo moved in earlier this decade, and an airport which is about to see a bloody battle between the two LCCs.
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All-new Gulfstream G400 private jet executes first flight in style: video
Aerotime
AUGUST 16, 2024
The all-new Gulfstream G400 has successfully completed its first flight, as the test program for the luxury planemaker’s latest private jet commences. Gulfstream confirmed on August 15, 2024, that the G400 had executed its inaugural flight after taking off from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) at 09:04 local time. The new aircraft flew for just under three hours, reaching speeds of Mach 0.85 and an altitude of 41,000 feet before safely landing back at SAV.
American Airlines Suspends Israel Flights Until April 2025
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
American Airlines has reportedly suspended flights to Israel up until March 29, 2025, with the airline extending its absence from the country for another few months.
United CEO has ‘renewed confidence’ in Boeing after lunch with Kelly Ortberg
Aerotime
AUGUST 16, 2024
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has been singing the praises of Boeing’s new boss, Kelly Ortberg, after the two met for lunch earlier this week. In a LinkedIn post on August 15, 2024, Kirby, who has been one of Boeing’s most vocal critics in recent months, said he was “not only encouraged” by what he’d heard at the meeting but also came away with a “renewed confidence”.
US Flight Attendants Guilty Of Drug Money Smuggling Face Up to 5 Years
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
The four flight attendants who were caught smuggling drug money through John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) have all pleaded guilty to the charges and now face considerable prison time.
AirAsia Indonesia launches inaugural flight to Cairns Airport with A320 aircraft
Aerotime
AUGUST 16, 2024
AirAsia Indonesia launched its inaugural flight to Cairns Airport (CNS) on August 15, 2024. Flight QZ 542 departed Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport at around 23:45 local time on August 14, 2024 and arrived in Cairns at 06:00 local time the following day. The A320 aircraft was met with a water salute, and after reloading outbound passengers from Cairns, headed back to Bali just after 07:00 local time.
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Who is a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and How Do You Become One?
CFI Academy
AUGUST 16, 2024
Who is a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)? A Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) is a licensed pilot who has received specialized training to teach others how to operate aircraft safely and effectively. Although the exact privileges of a CFI can vary by country, the core role remains the same: enhancing and evaluating the skills and knowledge of aspiring pilots as they work towards obtaining their pilot’s license, certificate, or rating.
Is Oman Air Discontinuing First Class?
One Mile at a Time
AUGUST 16, 2024
While we’ll mark this as “developing” for now, it sure seems to me like a boutique Gulf airline may be eliminating first class altogether. Oman Air stops selling Boeing 787 first class Oman Air currently sells first class on flights operated by just two aircraft. Specifically, the airline has a total of nine Boeing 787s, and only two of them have a first class cabin , featuring just eight seats, spread across two rows.
TAROM Sells Valuable Daily London Heathrow Airport Slots To Qatar Airways
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
TAROM , the flag carrier of Romania, has transferred its London Heathrow Airport (LHR) slots to Qatar Airways for an undisclosed sum.
Alaska Airlines celebrates new flights between Seattle and Taipei on STARLUX Airlines
Alaska Air
AUGUST 16, 2024
Alaska Airlines' global partner, STARLUX Airlines, has launched its inaugural nonstop service between Seattle and Taipei, making our hometown airport STARLUX's third nonstop U.S. destination from Taipei, alongside Los Angeles and San Francisco. Known for offering luxury on transpacific travel, STARLUX provides world-class service and amenities. The carrier will operate this route three times a week, with connections to numerous destinations from Taipei.
Analysis: KLM's Top 5 US-Bound Routes By Seat Availability
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines , more commonly known as KLM, is the flag carrier of the Netherlands and operates an extensive international network from its hub at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The carrier is a subsidiary of Air France-KLM group and a member of the world's second-largest airline alliance, SkyTeam.
How To Complain To An Airline Properly, Without Being A Jerk
One Mile at a Time
AUGUST 16, 2024
In this post I wanted to talk a bit about how to go about filing a complaint with an airline, because it’s something that a lot of people are really bad at (respectfully). So let me share some tips about how I’d go about approaching a complaint to an airline, and most importantly, what not to do. Tips for filing an airline complaint Did you have a bad experience with an airline?
Alaska Airlines/SkyWest Flight Diverts To Salt Lake City After Pilot Says He Can't Land In Jackson Hole
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
An Alaska Airlines flight, operated by its regional affiliate SkyWest Airlines, was forced to divert from its destination. The pilot told passengers that he was not licensed to land at Jackson Hole Airport (JAC).
Best Jobs in Air Traffic Management
Airline Geeks
AUGUST 16, 2024
Though pilots play a critical role in maintaining aviation safety, air traffic controllers also have important positions in ensuring safe skies.
What’s The Minimum Drinking Age On Flights?
One Mile at a Time
AUGUST 16, 2024
While I yearn for the days where I was young enough for this to be relevant to me, I figure it’s still a topic worth addressing, for any younger OMAAT readers. What’s the minimum age to drink onboard a flight? Well, it’s not always that straightforward… The legal minimum drinking age on planes Let me start with the legal answer, which is actually not that relevant.
Waiting For Their Own: Hill Air Force Base Loans 2 New F-35s To Reserve Base In Fort Worth
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
The US Air Force is slowly transitioning to the new F-35A, and now, the 301st Fighter Wing has received two F-35As as it transitions from F-16s. According to a 301st Fighter Wing statement , the unit will be the Air Force Reserve's first standalone F-35 unit and receive 26 of the jets in total. However, it has taken possession of two F-35s built for another air wing.
Livery of the Week: Air Italy
Airline Geeks
AUGUST 16, 2024
Air Italy, a former Italian airline operating from 2018 to 2020, showcased a livery that reflected the country's rich heritage.
Alaska Airlines Flight Attendant Says They Currently Don't "Feel Safe" On The Boeing 737 MAX
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
Just last week, the National Transportation Safety Board published the dialogue of interviews with the crew onboard Alaska Airlines AS1282. This flight had departed from Portland, Oregon (PDX), en route to Ontario International Airport , California (ONT), and saw the emergency exit door blow out, causing an unexpected, uncontrolled aircraft decompression.
Hotel Suite Vs. Junior Suite: What’s The Difference?
One Mile at a Time
AUGUST 16, 2024
While I feel like the definition should be pretty straightforward, the reality is that there’s a lot of inconsistency between hotels as to what constitutes a suite, and what constitutes a junior suite. I wanted to address that topic in this post, and am curious how y’all feel about this. Hotels take a lot of liberties with room descriptions Honestly, hotels don’t do a very good job with naming their room categories.
Pikachu: A Look At ANAs 1st-Ever Pokmon-Themed Safety Video
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
Japanese carrier All Nippon Airways (ANA) has introduced a new safety video featuring two of the most beloved characters worldwide. Pikachu and Eevee from the iconic world of Pokmon join the cabin crew in the safety video.
The Value Of Hotel Breakfast: What’s It Really Worth?
One Mile at a Time
AUGUST 16, 2024
I wanted to dedicate a post to talking about hotel breakfast. Breakfast is a thing that some hotel guests don’t think about at all, while for others, it’s top of mind when deciding on a hotel. Heck, one of the reasons that many people choose to pursue elite status with major hotel groups is for a breakfast benefit. In this post I wanted to talk about hotel breakfast big picture.
Emergency Landing: American Airlines Flight From Charlotte Diverts Due To Cabin Odor
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
Thursday's American Airlines Flight 2392 from Charlotte, NC, to Hartford, CT, had to divert to Raleigh shortly after takeoff due to an unknown odor in the cabin. The aircraft landed safely without incident, and no passengers needed medical attention. However, the aircraft could not taxi to the gate.
World Of Hyatt Business Credit Card Review: Big Bonus, Elite Status
One Mile at a Time
AUGUST 16, 2024
Link: Apply now for the World of Hyatt Business Card with up to 75K bonus points Chase and Hyatt have the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card , which complements the World of Hyatt Credit Card ( review ), Hyatt’s personal credit card. In this post I wanted to provide a detailed review of the card, especially as the card is currently offering a limited time welcome offer.
This Cool Technology Uses Augmented Reality To Help Pilots See Through Smoke
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
Two US companies are working together to bring a revolutionary piece of kit to pilots all over the world. L2 Aviation is supporting Klatt Works through further certification of a product that could prove to be a lifesaver.
McChord Air Museum Restoring World War II TG-4 Glider
Vintage Aviation News
AUGUST 16, 2024
While most people think of powered flight when it comes to World War II aviation, these were not the only type of aircraft in the skies. Assault gliders were of course used in Operations such as Husky, Overlord, Market Garden, and Varsity, and just like their piston engine counterparts, glider pilots had to learn somehow. The McChord Air Museum is currently working on restoring one of these aircraft: a Laister-Kauffman TG-4.
All-Bombardier Fleet: The 6 Aircraft That VistaJet Flies
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
VistaJet operates an exclusive fleet of Bombardier aircraft known for their luxury, performance, and reliability. This fleet comprises various models from the Challenger and Global series, each designed to meet different travel needs. In 2012, VistaJet placed the largest order of private jets in history to manufacturer Bombardier.
Wizz Air Sells Out Initial ‘All You Can Fly’ Memberships
Airline Geeks
AUGUST 16, 2024
Hungarian-based Wizz Air launched an ‘All You Can Fly’ 12-month subscription program this week, with a limited number of memberships available.
Viral TikTok Video Explains FAA Flight Attendant Fines For Passenger Non-Compliance
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
According to a viral trending video posted on TikTok by an American Airlines flight attendant, the Federal Aviation Administration could issue fines of up to $10,000 to flight attendants if passengers are non-compliant with rules. In the same post, the flight attendant urged the passengers to listen to the crew members' instructions, regardless of their previous flying experiences.
Future Takes Flight Scholarship Program Offering $30,000 in Awards
Flight Training Central
AUGUST 16, 2024
Application Deadline is August 31, 2024 Sheltair and Avfuel are investing in the aviation community by providing meaningful financial support to aviators pursuing a greater commitment to business aviation. The Sheltair and Avfuel Future Takes Flight Scholarships provide $30,000 in educational funds annually. This year the program will award six, $5,000 scholarships across three categories: two for learning to fly or advanced pilot ratings; two for aviation technicians; and two for continuing edu
Spirit Airlines Says 'Yellow' To Just Go Travel Options
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
On Wednesday, Spirit Airlines officially launched its four new travel options, giving customers access to the airline's transformed Guest experience and new premium options. The low-cost carrier is celebrating its new customer experiences by unveiling a reimagined brand identity as part of its "More Fly" campaign.
Alaska Launches Partnership with Starlux, With Planned Codeshare
Flyertalk
AUGUST 16, 2024
Alaska partner Starlux Airlines launched their inaugural service from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taiwan on Friday, August 16, 2024, adding three additional flights per week to the airline’s extended network. Starlux Flights Now Bookable on Alaska Website, Codeshare Coming Soon Under the partnership, Starlux will fly the route between Seattle and Taipei three times per week, complementing the existing service flying from Los Angeles
F-35 Lightning II Vs F-117 Nighthawk: Stealth Fighter Showdown
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
Lockheed Martin has been involved in stealth technology research since the 1970s. In the late 1970s, what would become the world's first operational aircraft with stealth technology, the F-117 Nighthawk, was developed in response to the urgent need for a fighter aircraft that could fly undetected. Introduced in 1983, the single-seat subsonic F-117 took part in several wars and other critical historical events.
Southwest Airlines To Begin Flights Between Austin & Omaha In November
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
Southwest Airlines will begin seasonal flights to Omaha Airport (OMA) from AustinBergstrom International Airport (AUS) this November. Allegiant Air currently operates the route but will cut it early next year.
Flying to Sun ‘n Fun 2024
Air Facts
AUGUST 16, 2024
Flying to Sun ‘n Fun 2024 Air Facts Journal I’ve been flying since 1994 if you don’t count model airplanes, rockets, balsa wood and tissue paper rubber band powered models, control line, radio controlled (R/C) model aircraft and gliders. Starting at five years old, the models just got bigger until I jumped into gliding and then powered aircraft.
How To Earn American Airlines AAdvantage Miles On Alaska Airlines Flights
Simple Flying
AUGUST 16, 2024
After years of holding out and refusing to join a global airline alliance, Alaska Airlines joined oneworld in March 2021. The airline became the 14th member of the alliance after receiving its invitation in 2020. The joining of the alliance opened up the world to Alaska Airlines passengers who are now able to access nearly 1,000 destinations worldwide in more than 170 countries and territories.
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