Aerotime

JULY 23, 2025

Boeing has projected that the aviation industry will need almost 2.4 million new professionals by 2044, with around two-thirds of this demand arising from the replacement of retiring workers. In its annual 20-year 2025 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO), released at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on July 22, 2025, the manufacturer stated that “commercial carriers will need substantial hiring and training to sustain the global commercial fleet.

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AV Web

JULY 23, 2025

This article first appeared in KITPLANES Magazine. The long-awaited Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) final rule was signed by the FAA Administrator on July 18, 2025, marking the most significant change to the light aircraft landscape since the Sport Pilot/Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) rule was introduced in 2004. While the rule is complex—the final document spans over a thousand pages—its core impact on the Experimental/Amateur-Built (EAB) community can be distilled int

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2025

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) is in its last stages of preparation for the Asia Pacific Aviation Safety Seminar 2025 (APASS 2025) set to take place at the Hilton in Manila, Philippines. Scheduled for September 10-11, 2025, the seminar will be hosted by Philippine Airlines and organized by AAPA. More than 200 safety professionals from airlines, civil aviation authorities, equipment manufacturers (OEM), MROs, air navigation service providers, training organisations, and aviation

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AV Web

JULY 23, 2025

The American Bonanza Society (ABS) gratefully handed over a check today to SRS Aviation president and owner Dave Laurin for $528,110. The payment represents an award to the first aircraft repair facility to successfully develop an FAA-approved method of repairing or replacing the magnesium skins of V-tail Bonanza “ruddervators.” A Bonanza’s ruddervators combine the rudder and elevator control surfaces of a three-surface aircraft empennage into two.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2025

Hawaiian Airlines is ramping up its Winter 2025 services to the US West Coast and Australia, and will introduce the Boeing B787 Dreamliner to its Tokyo route. For travel starting in January 2025 through mid-April, Hawaiian Airlines will deploy its B787 aircraft to services between Seattle Tacoma Airport (SEA) and Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo.

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 23, 2025

In a major win for the aviation community, the FAA on Tuesday announced it has finalized the Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) ruling, dramatically changing certification requirements for light sport aircraft (LSA). The new regulation shifts away from arbitrarily fixed requirements, such as the previous 1,320-pound weight limit for LSA certification, to a performance-based standard.

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AV Web

JULY 23, 2025

Electric propulsions systems developer MagniX has announced a renewed partnership with Robinson Helicopter Company to develop a battery-electric powertrain for the Robinson R66 helicopter, with expected electrification in 2026. MagniX’s new powertrain will use its lightweight Helistorm engines unveiled earlier this year. Weighing about 165 pounds, these engines are significantly lighter than traditional turbine engines.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 23, 2025

Boeing’s newly released 2025 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO) forecasts a long-term demand for 710,000 new commercial aviation maintenance technicians over the next 20 years – underscoring the growing pressure on MRO organisations and training providers to build a future-ready workforce. The forecast highlights that nearly one-third of the 2.4 million new aviation personnel needed globally through 2044 will be maintenance technicians.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2025

Wizz has announced the addition of five new Spanish routes, linking London-Luton (LTN) to Barcelona (BCN), Madrid (MAD), Bilbao (BIO), Valencia (VLC) and Seville (SVQ). The new services, which were announced on July 23, 2025, target major Spanish cities and will start on March 29, 2026, coinciding with the beginning of the summer season. The pan-European ultra low-cost airline will fly up to 10 times per week to Barcelona, daily to Madrid-Barajas, five times per week to Bilbao and Valencia, and

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Flying Magazine

JULY 23, 2025

After awarding more than $6 million in grants for advanced air mobility (AAM) projects in 2024, the state of Michigan is doubling down on drones, electric air taxis, and self-flying planes. Last week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive establishing the Michigan AAM Initiative—a “whole-of-government” strategy to make the state an attractive landing spot for new aviation technology.

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AV Web

JULY 23, 2025

Gleim Aviation, producer of aviation training products, announced this week at EAA AirVenture a suite of new offerings designed to enhance ground school performance, improve practical test readiness, and update pilot logbook management. The products aim to provide more effective tools for flight schools, CFIs, and aspiring career pilots. Perhaps the biggest reveal is the approval of Gleim’s Cross-Check platform for Part 61 and 141 training initiatives.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 23, 2025

A new artificial intelligence tool could accelerate the design of cutting-edge aircraft wings. Luminary Cloud, a platform that uses advanced physics simulations to help engineers experiment with aerospace and automotive designs in the conceptual phase, on Tuesday announced the launch of Shift-Wing—a model and dataset geared specifically toward advanced wing designs.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 23, 2025

IndiGo has awarded Lufthansa Technik long-term contracts to support lease return and maintenance services for its fast-growing Airbus A320 family fleet. The agreements cover base maintenance and single component maintenance for a substantial number of aircraft, reflecting the Indian airline’s need for scalable and flexible MRO support as it continues its aggressive fleet expansion.

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Aviation News

JULY 23, 2025

Aviation News – 23 July 2025 In a landmark development for the global aviation industry, AutoFlight, a Shanghai-based eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) pioneer,

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 23, 2025

Aerospace engine aftermarket services firm, StandardAero, has recently expanded its portfolio of CFM International CFM56-7B services to include exchange engine solutions. StandardAero is already an OEM-authorised CFM56-7B MRO provider, with full engine overhaul and test capabilities in two locations across North America, and this new engine exchange offering introduces an additional service option for Boeing 737NG customers worldwide.

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Aviation News

JULY 23, 2025

Aviation News- July 23, 2025 — Denmark has finalized the purchase of four MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2025

London Heathrow Airport is preparing to submit updated third runway expansion proposals to the government by the end of this month. The airport has confirmed it is open to building a shorter third runway to help reduce costs and avoid the most disruptive construction elements of earlier proposals.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 23, 2025

On this day in aviation history, 86 years ago (July 23, 1939), the Avro Manchester took to the skies for the first time. Known officially as the Avro Model 679, this twin-engine heavy bomber was developed in the United Kingdom in the early stages of World War II. Designed by Avro to be easy to build and maintain, the Manchester reflected the urgent wartime need for fast production and quick turnaround on repairs.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 23, 2025

Aircraft leasing and lease management service provider, ACIA Aero Leasing (ACIA), has signed a TrueChoice agreement with GE Aerospace to provide MRO services for its CF34-10E engine fleet, a move that supports the lessor’s planned expansion of its Embraer E1 platform. The agreement enables ACIA to offer prospective E-Jet customers a competitive and reliable MRO solution as it increases its presence in the regional jet market, complementing its existing turboprop portfolio.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2025

The Boeing 747 is one of the most iconic commercial aircraft to ever grace the skies. Instantly recognizable by its unique shape and powerful presence, the 747 has been captivating and inspiring passengers around the world for decades. Although the aircraft's days are now, sadly, numbered, it will forever be remembered fondly.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2025

Lufthansa’s iconic Junkers Ju 52 aircraft has bid farewell to Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport (PAD), where it has been stationed since 2020. In the coming weeks, the historic aircraft, affectionately known as “Aunt Ju,” will be transferred to the newly-built Lufthansa Group Conference and Visitor Center in Frankfurt. While it was at Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport, the aircraft was given a proper restoration by the Quax Association, also known as Quax Verein, a group of aviation enthusiasts

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Alaska Air

JULY 23, 2025

alaskaair.com hawaiianairlines.com News & Stories Press Center Investor Relations Q magnifying glass with dark circle in the middle. Sign up for news Alaska Air Group reports second quarter 2025 results By Alaska Airlines Jul 23, 2025 10 min read Share On Facebook Share On X Share On Linkedin Alaska Air Group reports second quarter 2025 results July 23, 2025 Company Alaska Airlines 32 min read Share Summary  Announced first transatlantic route in Air Group history: Seattle to Rome starting

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2025

The C-17 Globemaster III is a cornerstone of Western strategic airlift capability today. A total of 279 were produced, including prototypes. Only one has been lost in an accident, leaving around 275 examples active today. While some aircraft are parked for maintenance, none have been retired or scrapped save for the single example that was destroyed in a crash.

Aviation News

JULY 23, 2025

Aviation News July 23, 2025 – BAE Systems has expressed strong support for the newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Republic of Türkiye.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2025

American Airlines is the first US carrier to pilot a new program that sounds pretty awesome, though the logistics are a bit confusing, and I wonder if it’s as great as it sounds… Skip security & immigration at DFW on select flights Generally speaking, when you arrive internationally in the United States , you have to clear immigration, collect your checked bag (even if you’re connecting), clear immigration, and then reclear security (if you’re connecting).

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 23, 2025

MRO provider FL Technics has launched a 24/7 logistics service, offering time-critical aerospace shipping to companies across the globe. FL Technics hopes the new service will address long-standing challenges in the aviation industry, where logistics delays outside regular business hours can significantly impact flight and maintenance schedules. Mazvydas Matazinskas, head of logistics and storage department at FL Technics, said: “Going 24/7 is a crucial step in our modernisation strategy,

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2025

It’s not often that my home airport of Miami International (MIA) leads the way when it comes to innovation (perhaps with the exception of passengers finding new ways to get into altercations), though here’s something that I find to be quite smart, and I’m surprised it hasn’t been adopted at airports on a more widespread basis. Miami’s nifty fleet of self-driving wheelchairs Roughly a year ago, in mid-2024, Miami International Airport introduced a fleet of autonomous wheelchairs.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2025

Hawaiian Airlines has announced a major update to its Seattle–Tokyo Narita route for the upcoming winter season. Beginning in early January 2026, the carrier will deploy its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on the daily transpacific service, replacing the Airbus A330-200 currently assigned to the route.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 23, 2025

By Raphael Lopes Pinto Brescia After years of speculation and failed revival attempts, the Brazilian historical aviation community has received promising news about the long-dormant Museu Asas de Um Sonho (Wings of a Dream Museum), aka TAM Museum, formerly operated by TAM Airlines. The momentum began with the relocation of several aircraft from long-term storage in São Carlos to the city of Itu.

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AOPA

JULY 23, 2025

SiriusXM and Advanced Flight Systems, a Dynon company, recently announced an agreement to use a new satellite weather receiver to bring SiriusXM Aviation weather and information into Advanced Flight Systems’ AF-5000/6000 series avionics.

Weather

AV Web

JULY 23, 2025

Samaritan Aviation puts its fleet of Cessna Stationair amphibious aircraft to good use in Papua New Guinea, operating the only seaplane medivac missions seven days a week. Every flight is provided at no cost and the organization partners with local staff and medical workers carrying patients for needed care. At AirVenture 2025, the organization premiered an important documentary on its efforts at EAA’s Skyscape theater at 1PM, Thursday July 24.

Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2025

Local news station, Virginia Mercury, is reporting that plans for an expansion to Washington Dulles International Airport have been sent for review to the FAA. These plans include new offices, retail space, and most notably, a fifth runway. These were approved by the airport board on July 16, with FAA approval being the next step in the process.

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AOPA

JULY 23, 2025

V-tail Beechcraft Bonanza owners might mark their calendars and consider July 23 a holiday from now on because a seemingly insurmountable problem with their aircraft appears solved.

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Simple Flying

JULY 23, 2025

Simple Flying’s latest podcast is live and ready for you to enjoy! Hosted by Managing Editor Tom Boon and Senior Editor Channing Reid , the 262nd episode is now available for your listening pleasure.

Airlines

The Aviationist

JULY 23, 2025

The test demonstrated long-range kill chain effects, including an autonomous air-to-air engagement, by using beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) Command and Control (C2). The MQ-20 Avenger Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) conducted another simulated air-to-air engagement on Jul. 8, 2025, announced General Atomics-Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) on Jul. 17, 2025.

Aviation News

JULY 23, 2025

AviationNews – As the summer holiday season hits full swing, millions of travelers are pouring into Europe’s major airports. From family vacations to long-awaited beach.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 23, 2025

By Randy Malmstrom Since his childhood, Randy Malmstrom has had a passion for aviation history and historic military aircraft in particular. He has a particular penchant for documenting specific airframes with a highly detailed series of walk-around images and an in-depth exploration of their history, which have proved to be popular with many of those who have seen them, and we thought our readers would be equally fascinated too.

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