Aerotime
JUNE 4, 2025
Vermont-based advanced air mobility developer BETA Technologies has successfully completed its first passenger-carrying all-electric aircraft demonstration flight at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The historic flight follows six years of testing and development by BETA, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced in a statement on June 3, 2025.
Cranky Flier
JUNE 4, 2025
If you’ve left a comment in the last couple of days, you may have noticed some, uh, turbulence. See, the company that has powered my comment emails for years, Postmatic, seems to have just disappeared. All of a sudden, it stopped working. I sent a help request and heard nothing back. So, I had to scramble to find an alternative. While I was doing that, I found something that you’ve all been asking about for ages… the ability to edit. 1) You Can Now Edit Your Comments If you lea
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Aerotime
JUNE 4, 2025
Alaska Airlines has unveiled plans to launch a new direct service from Seattle to Rome, Italy, in May 2026, marking the carriers entry into the European travel market. This is the first time in history that Seattle will be connected to Italy via a nonstop flight, the airline said in a statement on June 3, 2025. The new service will connect Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) with Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino International Airport (FCO).
One Mile at a Time
JUNE 4, 2025
In todays episode of yes, airport curfews are actually enforced, I present to you what happened on a recent Condor flight , which missed the airport curfew by seconds, leading to an outrageously complicated rerouting (thanks to Klaus for flagging this). Delayed Condor flight misses Munich Airport curfew by seconds On Monday, June 2, 2025, Condor flight DE1513 was scheduled to operate from Palma de Mallorca (PMI) to Munich (MUC).
Aerotime
JUNE 4, 2025
SpaceX is projected to generate around $15.5 billion in revenue in 2025, with its commercial space revenue predicted to exceed NASA’s total budget next year, the companys founder Elon Musk has announced. In a post published on X on June 3, 2025, Musk wrote: SpaceX commercial revenue from space will exceed the entire budget of NASA next year. Musk said that SpaceX’s revenue for 2025 is expected to be around $15.5 billion, of which approximately $1.1 billion alone will be gained throug
Flying Magazine
JUNE 4, 2025
Before a student pilot can legally fly solo, they must be able to demonstrate not just control of the airplane but command of the environment around it. That environment is not limited to weather and airspace. It also encompasses items such as charts, procedures, regulations, frequencies, weight and balance data, and performance calculations. In short, the sometimes tedious but always vital “paperwork.” Until a few decades ago, pilots carried binders and books, heavy kneeboards cramm
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
There is no doubt that few aircraft have left a legacy as vast and profound as the Boeing 747. Known as the "Queen of the Skies," the 747 revolutionized long-haul travel and reshaped global air transport. Yet as fleets worldwide retire their aging jumbo jets in favor of more efficient models, one early variant stands out for its remarkable longevity: the Boeing 747-100.
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Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
Five United States-based low-cost carriers, which they dubbed themselves as value airlines, have formed an association, called the Association of Value Airlines (AVA). The five founding members are Allegiant Air, Avelo Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier Airlines.
Pilot Institute
JUNE 4, 2025
Your first taste of a complex aircraft system was likely an introduction to the constant-speed propeller. While a constant-speed propeller system is not too difficult to operate, many pilots do not fully understand how it works, and many do not understand why it exists. This article will explain what a constant speed propeller is, how it works, and how to use it correctly in the cockpit so that you can use the variable-pitch system with confidence.
Flying Magazine
JUNE 4, 2025
Boeing has reportedly suspended two of its diversity, equity and inclusion programs in an ongoing effort to reduce DEI practices. The Seattle Times reported Thursday that Boeing had suspended funding for its diversity councils and business resource group programs. The move comes in light of the dynamically shifting environment in the United States, according to an email shared with the Times.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has issued a reminder to travelers that they should properly pack their firearms before traveling with them on aircraft. The agency issued the warning after coming across three firearms in carry-on bags in San Antonio this month, making it three firearms in three days.
Flying Magazine
JUNE 4, 2025
FlightSimExpo, one of the world’s largest flight simulation conventions, is set for June 27-29 at the Rhode Island Convention Center in downtown Providence. The sixth annual event, produced by the Flight Simulation Association (FSA), is a cornerstone gathering for enthusiasts, aviation professionals, and pilots, showcasing the growing role of home flight simulation in pilot training, aviation proficiency, and aircraft design.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
Every now and then we get these wild, eyecatching, eyebrowraising aircraft concepts that are most likely not going to happen. After all, it takes an immense amount of capital to get an aircraft designed, tested, and certified for service.
Flying Magazine
JUNE 4, 2025
A recent survey of airline pilots in France turned up high rates of self-described anxiety, depression, and alcohol misuse. Researchers recruited 1,220 airline pilots from the French pilots union SNPL and had them fill out a questionnaire focusing on their mental health and well-being. The results, published in Frontiers in Public Health in May, showed more than one-third of the pilots (40 percent) misused alcohol in the last year, though less than 1 percent described themselves as dependent.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
On June 3, Alaska Airlines revealed its first European route. Starting next May, the one world member will begin flying from Seattle by far its most-served airportto Rome Fiumicino. The announcement came shortly after the carrier started its first long-haul service (to Tokyo Narita) and a day after Seattle welcomed Edelweiss as its next European operator.
One Mile at a Time
JUNE 4, 2025
A hotel that Ive been looking forward to for years has finally started accepting reservations. Admittedly Im probably a little more excited about this than the average person Basics of The Florentin Frankfurt, Althoff Collection The Florentin Frankfurt is now accepting reservations for stays as of November 1, 2025. For those not familiar, this represents the rebranding of the former Villa Kennedy Frankfurt , which closed in 2022.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
What makes a modern jetliner powerful? For most people, its a mix of thrust, range, efficiency, and versatility. The Airbus A330neo short for New Engine Option exemplifies these qualities in a proven airframe that has been reborn for the 21st century. In an era dominated by twinjets, the A330neo has carved out a unique space by blending technological upgrades with economic sensibility.
Alaska Air
JUNE 4, 2025
Guests can now easily pre-order our most popular fresh meals on most short-haul flights The post Alaska Airlines expands fresh meal options on more flights, featuring fan favorites appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
A Georgian Airlines Boeing 767 nearly landed on an unfinished runway in Xian, China, according to a report by The Aviation Herald. Upon realizing that the widebody aircraft was approaching a runway still under construction, the flight crew initiated a go-around.
Pilot Institute
JUNE 4, 2025
Have you ever seen an airplane with no tail and no vertical fin, but with just a sleek wing? Ever wondered how it stays balanced? How does it turn or climb without the usual control surfaces? Tailless aircraft are a reimagination of how an aircraft is supposed to fly. They challenge everything we think we know about flight. These designs have fascinated engineers for over a century.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
Aer Lingus is the flag carrier of the Republic of Ireland, serving international and domestic destinations. All of its seven busiest routes in June are to destinations in the United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland on the island of Ireland). Five of these routes are from the country's primary international airport of Dublin, while one is from the southern airport of Cork, and one is from Belfast in Northern Ireland.
Pilot Institute
JUNE 4, 2025
Want to capture stunning aerial footage without the hassle of drone registration? Lightweight drones under 250 grams are your ticket to the sky. In 2025, drone technology has advanced greatly, packing powerful features into compact, lightweight designs. Even if youre a professional drone operator with several heavy-hitting UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), a sub-250g airframe could still provide you with great footage in a small form factor.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
Delta Air Lines flight 2089 was 1 hour and 35 minutes late on the redeye departure this past Sunday, June 1st, according to FlightAware data. The apparent cause is a bit more troublesome than your usual delay. A passenger aboard the Boeing 737-900 struck a Flight Attendant (FA) in the course of an altercation over carry-on baggage.
World Airline News
JUNE 4, 2025
Paisly, LLC, sets out to expand from in-house travel platform to full-service partner powering airline brands and beyond JetBlue Airways Airbus A320-232 N806JB (msn 5302) (Barcode) JFK (Fred Freketic). Image: 960154. DANIA BEACH, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced the official launch of Paisly, LLC, formerly JetBlue Travel Products.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
On May 31, an Oman Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 operating flight WY-815 to Bangkok was forced to return to Muscat, as reported by The Aviation Herald. The aircraft experienced a flap-related problem shortly after take-off, which prompted the crew to discontinue the onward journey.
AOPA
JUNE 4, 2025
AOPA Alaska Regional Manager Tom George shares U.S. Customs clearance tips for pilots planning to fly to Alaska by way of Canada.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
Throughout the past few months, Southwest Airlines has announced many changes to its core business. While some have been met with disdain from loyal passengers, including the removal of free checked bags for everyone, others have opened the doors for the airlines customers to explore more of the world with a single ticket.
Flying Magazine
JUNE 4, 2025
Question: I want to learn to fly, but I dont know what to look for in a flight school. What are steps to choosing the right one? This Article First Appeared in FLYING Magazine If you're not already a subscriber, what are you waiting for? Subscribe today to get the issue as soon as it is released in either Print or Digital formats. Subscribe Now Answer: Picking the right flight school for you should begin with a review of your goals.
Simple Flying
JUNE 4, 2025
According to industry estimates, Airbus delivered about 51 aircraft in May, a 4% decrease from the same month the previous year. Deliveries so far this year are about 243 aircraft, which is 5% less than the first five months of 2024, according to Reuters.
Vintage Aviation News
JUNE 4, 2025
LOCK HAVEN, PA Aviation enthusiasts attending the 39th annual Sentimental Journey Fly-In in 2025 are in for a rare treat. Acclaimed aviation photographer and retired airline captain Tom Pawlesh will be showcasing his signature nocturnal aircraft photography during this years event, held at the historic Lock Haven Airport from June 1721. Best known for his dramatic night portraits of vintage and modern aircraft, Pawlesh uses carefully arranged lighting techniques to bathe airplanes in a warm glo
Aviation News
JUNE 4, 2025
Chinese airlines are in advanced talks to purchase up to 300 Airbus SE aircraft, with a potential order that could increase to as many as 500 jets, Bloomberg News reported Wednesday, citing sources familiar with the matter.
Vintage Aviation News
JUNE 4, 2025
PRESS RELEASE The Royal Air Force Museum has announced a major partnership with BAE Systems in support of its Inspiring Everyone: RAF Museum Midlands Development Programme , marking a significant milestone in the transformation of its Midlands site. This major investment will help fund the refurbishment of a historic 1930s hangar, creating a new immersive exhibition and modern learning centre.
World Airline News
JUNE 4, 2025
Business Jets vs Commercial Airlines: A Head-to-Head Comparison Air travel is a tough decision between flying on a commercial airline or chartering a business jet. Both options are the same, being carried from point A to point B, but the experience, flexibility, and the value offered by both differ. If you are considering the advantages and disadvantages of business jets as opposed to commercial airlines, consider this head-to-head comparison that might help with your decision-making process. 1.
Inspire
JUNE 4, 2025
By Wayne Flury, EAA Lifetime 117059 There may not have been tuxedoes and fancy gowns on display among the crowd in attendance at the St. Michael Cinema on Thursday evening, May 22, but the family and aviation friends who gathered with Ray Johnson, EAA 232949, of Buffalo, Minnesota, and his wife, Helen, didnt mind. And […] The post From Blue Sky Over Minnesota to the Silver Screen first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Air Facts
JUNE 4, 2025
The Day I Learned to Trust My Instruments Air Facts Journal It was a crisp November morning in the Philippines, the kind where the air feels charged and the sky stretches endlessly. I had planned a short cross-country flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (RPLL) in Manila to Bohol-Panglao International Airport (RPSP) on Panglao Islanda route Id flown a dozen times before.
Inspire
JUNE 4, 2025
This time on The Green Dot, host Chris is joined by Nick Borer, EAA 717196, who is the advanced concepts group lead within the Aeronautics Systems Analysis Branch at NASAs Langley Research Center, and has worked on a number of projects over the years, including the all-electric X-57 Maxwell program. The Green Dot is a […] The post EAAs The Green Dot NASA Engineer Nick Borer first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Vintage Aviation News
JUNE 4, 2025
On this day in aviation history, June 4, 197451 years agoconstruction began on the first Space Shuttle orbiter: Orbiter Vehicle 101 (OV-101), later named Space Shuttle Enterprise. As the prototype for NASAs Space Shuttle program, Enterprise was designed for atmospheric flight testing and never intended for space travel. Built without engines or functional heat shielding, OV-101 was carried aloft by a modified Boeing 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft before being released to perform unpowered glide te
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