Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
United Airlines has announced that it has begun the roll out of SpaceXs Starlink WiFi connectivity system on its regional aircraft fleet. The announcement, made on March 7, 2025, also unveiled further details of the processes that underscore the technical operations benefits associated with the equipment, including size and weight as well as the ease of installation and maintenance.
Cranky Flier
MARCH 10, 2025
I recently had a conversation with someone at an airline outside the US who was lamenting how airports in the US just keep raising costs to unsustainable levels, and there aren’t enough checks to prevent it. The airlines have largely rolled over or even approved of the spending… but not all. Allegiant is apparently the hero we all need as it has now told LAX that it is shutting its crew base and scaling back flights since high fees make the operation unsustainable.
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Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
Robinson Helicopter Company (‘Robinson’), based in Torrance near Los Angeles in California, has just announced the launch of its first all-new aircraft type in nearly 15 years. The R88 helicopter will be a larger helicopter than both the companys existing R22 and R44 models, which, according to Robinson, is a helicopter designed to meet a wider range of mission requirements while maintaining the companys hallmark reliability, affordability, and safety.
One Mile at a Time
MARCH 10, 2025
One day its a clogged toilet , another day its a bomb threat Air India 777 returns to Mumbai over bomb threat This incident happened today (March 10, 2025), and involves Air India flight AI119, scheduled to fly from Mumbai (BOM) to New York (JFK). The flight was operated by an 11-year-old Boeing 777-300ER with the registration code VT-AER. The plane took off from Mumbai this morning at 2:06AM, and started its journey across India, Pakistan, Iran, the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan, and Armenia.
Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
Arajet, the flag carrier of the Caribbean nation of the Dominican Republic, has announced it intends to expand its presence in the US by launching direct flights from Santo Domingo to New York. Starting June 16, 2025, the carrier will operate between its home base at Santo Domingo-Las Amricas Airport (SDQ) and Newark-Liberty International Airport (EWR) using its fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.
One Mile at a Time
MARCH 10, 2025
Delta Air Lines has long led the US airline industry when it comes to profitability, and in recent years, it seems like there have been no signs of the good times ending. Well, thats finally starting to change, and some cracks are forming Delta cuts earnings guidance, stock tanks Delta has just slashed its earnings and revenue guidance for the first quarter of 2025, ahead of a Tuesday morning presentation at the JP Morgan Industrials Conference.
Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
Embraer Commercial Aviation, a division of Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer, has announced the formation of a new dedicated global aircraft leasing and freighter team as the company attempts to strengthen its strategic position in the cargo and aircraft leasing markets. The new team, to be based in Amsterdam in the Netherlands, will be formed of individuals that already have expertise in the leasing of Embraer aircraft plus those who specialize in the planemakers range of E-Jet passenger-
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Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
Japan Airlines and Garuda Indonesia are set to launch a new joint business partnership on April 1, 2025, where the two carriers will cooperate commercially on flights between Indonesia and Japan. Building on the existing codeshare relationship between the two carriers signed in October 2024, Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines are planning to provide enhanced flight services to passengers through the extensive coordination of flight schedules, enabling improved connections between Indonesia and
World Airline News
MARCH 10, 2025
The airlines Admirals Club lounges across the U.S. and Canada will feature new regionalized menus, along with an updated selection of spirits and other beverages. In flight, customers can enjoy new breakfast entrees and preorder the much-anticipated sliders and fries option following a successful test out of ORD. Beginning March 19, AAdvantage members may use their miles to purchase food and beverages during eligible flights.
Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced that it will pledge PH10 million ($175,000) to the PAL Foundation, which oversees the scholarship program for female pilots. The Philippine flag carrier recently launched its Fly With Her program, which aims to help women who aspire to become pilots, and eventually fly for the airline. According to the airlines website, the pledged amount will be awarded to four selected female cadet pilots (approximately $44,000 each), to help kickstart their aviation trainin
Vintage Aviation News
MARCH 10, 2025
At Vintage Aviation News, we have been covering the Martin JRM Mars “Philippine Mars” in its final journey from Sproat Lake, British Columbia, to the Pima Air and Space Museum in Tucson, Arizona (you can read our archives on Philippine Mars HERE ). Since its final flight from San Francisco to Lake Pleasant, just northwest of Phoenix, on February 10, the aircraft has been undergoing a careful disassembly at the boat ramp on the south shore of Lake Pleasant.
Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
Air Indias low-cost subsidiary carrier Air India Express has increased its fleet size to 100 aircraft with the arrival of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8. The 18-year-old airline announced its new addition on March 10, 2025, as staff posed for photos with the Boeing 737 MAX 8 , registered VT-BWI, while waving flags to celebrate the occasion. Air India Express described the arrival, which features Karnatakas Chittara tail art, as a new milestone in our incredible journey.
One Mile at a Time
MARCH 10, 2025
While I imagine this wont impact 99.99% of OMAAT readers, curiosity is getting the best of me Boliviana de Aviacion has grounded two A330s In 2023, Bolivias national airline, Boliviana de Aviacion, acquired Airbus A330-200s. The airline ultimately picked up three of these jets, all of which are former Virgin Australia aircraft. The airline flew these planes out of its hub in Santa Cruz de la Sierra (VVI), to Miami (MIA) and Madrid (MAD).
Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
Emirates announced that it will deploy its retrofitted B777 aircraft on routes to Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) and London-Stansted Airport (STN). The two cities are the latest to be serviced by the B777 aircraft with enhanced cabins, with the first city being Geneva Airport (GVA) in August 2024. The upgraded aircraft will commence flying into Seoul starting April 14, 2025, and into London-Stansted from May 7, 2025.
AV Web
MARCH 10, 2025
Sikorsky has flown a prototype of an interesting flying wing drone that incorporates twin rotors for vertical takeoffs and landings. The concept was unveiled at Verticon in Dallas on Monday. The “rotor blown wing” is a tilt rotor of sorts but because the whole aircraft is the wing it doesn’t need complicated technology to make the transition.
Vintage Aviation News
MARCH 10, 2025
Fifty-eight years ago today, on March 10, 1967, Pardos Push unfolded in the skies over Vietnam. On this day, Captain Bob Pardo and his WSO, 1st Lt. Steve Wayne, were assigned to attack a steel mill near Hanoi, North Vietnam. Flying alongside them in the 8th Tactical Fighter Wing, 433rd Tactical Fighter Squadron, was Captain Earl Aman and his WSO, 1st Lt.
Air Facts
MARCH 10, 2025
In Defense of the Paper Nav Log Air Facts Journal We’ve all heard the stereotypes about the way age affects the abilities of student pilots. “Those high school kids? Watch them nail a steep turn after just two attempts. But the mid-lifers? Their peripheral vision and hand-eye coordination barely work for pickleball, let alone landing an airplane.” As an aviation instructor (and a mid-lifer), Im wary of generalizations.
Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
Ukraine appears to be turning to France for help with military intelligence after the United States temporarily halted its intel-sharing with Kyiv. On March 5, 2025, CIA Director John Ratcliffe confirmed that the United States had halted the sharing of intelligence with Ukraine. The decision has had immediate operational consequences, as US-provided intelligence was crucial for targeting Russian military assets deep behind enemy lines and issuing early warnings to the Ukrainian population about
Plane and Pilot
MARCH 10, 2025
Peek under the cowling of the most popular trainers and youll see a familiar sight: Lycomings O-320 engine. It powered Pipers Cherokee line and the second epoch of the Cessna 172. Any airplane developed since the early 1950s needing around 160 hp was probably penned with this engine in mindor its slightly larger but fundamentally similar O-360. The Lycoming 320/360 twins so owned the midrange segment that almost no one tried scaling the great gray wall.
Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
Piaggio Aerospace has delivered its first P.180 Avanti EVO executive aircraft with a new pilot night vision assistance system to a customer in North America. The Italian aircraft manufacturer, which was bought by Turkish drone maker Baykar in December 2024, announced that the P.180 Avanti EVO was sold equipped with an Enhanced Vision System (EVS). Piaggio said on March 10, 2025, that the new system was designed to improve pilots vision at night and in low-visibility conditions.
Simple Flying
MARCH 10, 2025
The Boeing 777X is set to offer a new level of passenger comfort. The 777X is the third generation of the popular Boeing 777, the most-built widebody aircraft and the largest commercial aircraft still in production. The Boeing 777X is being developed in three variants: the 777-8, 777-8F, and the 777-9. Here are all the airlines that have ordered the third generation Triple Seven.
Universal Weather
MARCH 10, 2025
For more detailed information on specific destinations and high-traffic events within Spain, please visit our articles on: Spain (country-level guide) Madrid Destination Guide Jerez Destination Guide Malaga Destination Guide Seville Destination Guide Spanish Grand Prix Barcelona Mobile World Congress Mlaga, a major gateway to Spains Costa del Sol, is a prime destination for business aviation.
Simple Flying
MARCH 10, 2025
Air France has boosted flight frequency, seating capacity, and available seat miles (ASMs) on its transatlantic flights between Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) during the summer months of June, July, and August 2025. This extension reflects increased demand for transatlantic travel and maintains Air France's competitive position on one of its most important international routes.
Aviation Bussiness News
MARCH 10, 2025
In February 2025, Icelandair reported a record load factor of 79.8% and strong traffic numbers that reflect positively on the airlines plans to continue expanding into new markets and growing its footprint in the aviation industry. Bogi Nils Boganson, president and chief executive of Icelandair, said: We are pleased to once again report strong traffic numbers, highlighting the trust and value our customers place in Icelandair and our services.
Simple Flying
MARCH 10, 2025
Germany's major airports are facing extensive disruption as a result of industrial action taken by members of the ver.di ('Vereinte Dienstleistungsgewerkschaft' or United Services Trade Union) union. The warning strikes come amid stalled collective bargaining agreements as the union looks to secure better conditions for its members in aviation. As such, it has called on its members to " hold all-day warning strikes at several German commercial airports on March 10th.
The Aviationist
MARCH 10, 2025
With heightened tensions between Europe and the United States over NATO and Ukraine, the myth of an F-35 “kill switch”, which would supposedly allow the Pentagon to disable foreign-operated F-35s, is fueling speculation and debate. In the shadow of escalating tensions between Europe and the United States over NATO commitments and the war in Ukraine, […] The post The F-35 ‘Kill Switch’: Separating Myth from Reality appeared first on The Aviationist.
Universal Weather
MARCH 10, 2025
For more detailed information on specific destinations and high-traffic events within Spain, please visit our articles on: Spain (country-level guide) Madrid Destination Guide Jerez Destination Guide Spanish Grand Prix Barcelona Mobile World Congress Jerez de la Frontera, a city rich in history and culture, is best known for its world-famous sherry wine, flamenco heritage, and equestrian traditions.
One Mile at a Time
MARCH 10, 2025
Hello from Japan, as weve just wrapped up the first portion of our winter ski trip to Niseko. We spent five nights at the Park Hyatt Niseko , which is one of the points hotels that has most been on my radar. While Ill have a full trip report soon, I want to share some initial impressions of my stay, especially since I had heard mixed reviews prior to my visit.
Aerotime
MARCH 10, 2025
French logistics giant CMA CGM Group is to establish a new air cargo hub in Chicago as part of the international freight conglomerates $20 billion investment in the US maritime transportation, logistics, and supply chain sectors over the next four years until 2030. The new Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) hub will benefit from a number of the carriers Boeing 777F freighter fleet being based at the airport, as the airline takes delivery of new aircraft during 2025.
Vintage Aviation News
MARCH 10, 2025
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Capital Wing announces its 2025 Warbird Tour Schedule including appearances at the MCAS Beaufort SC Airshow, Thunder Over Michigan Airshow, and in the New York City metro area at the Connecticut Air and Space Museum. “Our mission at the Capital Wing is to keep our WWII warbirds flying to honor the thousands of men and women who built, serviced, and flew these vintage aircraft,” said Pete Ballard, Warbird Rides Coordinator of the Capital Wing. “
AV Web
MARCH 10, 2025
Tecnam made a big inroad into the U.S. flight training market with the sale of 38 aircraft to US Aviation Academy. The school also has an option to buy another 52 planes from the Italian planemaker. The order constitutes a significant expansion of US Aviation Academy’s fleet, which now sits at about 175 spread among seven campuses, including four in its home state of Texas.
Universal Weather
MARCH 10, 2025
For more detailed information on specific destinations and high-traffic events within Spain, please visit our articles on: Spain (country-level guide) Madrid Destination Guide Jerez Destination Guide Malaga Destination Guide Seville Destination Guide Spanish Grand Prix Barcelona Mobile World Congress Seville, the capital of Andalusia, is a major cultural and business hub in southern Spain.
AV Web
MARCH 10, 2025
All five people on a turbine conversion Bonanza survived when the plane crashed on takeoff into the parking lot of a retirement community in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on Sunday. The aircraft cabin was consumed in a post-crash fire. The pilot of the plane, registered to a Mannheim, Pennsylvania LLC, told controllers at Lancaster Airport that he had an open door and needed to return to the airport.
Thrust Flight
MARCH 10, 2025
Today I’m going to help you prepare for your FAA checkride. After dozens of hours in the plane and dozens more on the ground cramming with your instructor, checkride day seems to be approaching faster than ever. Remember the friendly and immortal words of Douglas Adams: Don’t Panic! Nobody likes tests. But as tests go, […] The post How to Prepare for Your FAA Checkride & Pass the First Time appeared first on Thrust Flight.
Simple Flying
MARCH 10, 2025
Following a major airline ordering new aircraft is a slow, speculative and often frustrating process that follows a very similar pathway, irrespective of the airline or the airplane. It starts with mostly unfounded speculation that goes on for months and surprisingly finally gets announced at a major air show, such as the Paris, Dubai, Singapore or Farnborough shows.
The Aviationist
MARCH 10, 2025
A fleet of 100 B-21 Raiders would require more tankers than the 20 B-2 Spirits currently in service, as well as a faster fuel transfer rate to reduce the time needed to refuel in the air. The B-21 Raider, the U.S. Air Forces next-generation stealth bomber, is making significant progress in its testing phase. As […] The post B-21 Raider’s Extended Range Increases Demand for Aerial Refueling Support appeared first on The Aviationist.
Aviation Bussiness News
MARCH 10, 2025
JetBlue, in collaboration with New York and New Jersey Port Authority, and airport operator, Fraport USA, announced its plans to renovate John F. Kennedy International Airports Terminal 5, to improve travellers experience. As part of the Port Authoritys $19 billion overhaul of the terminal, it will feature 40 new concessions, 18 new local food and beverage options, art installations, and a transformed centre concourse inspired by the city parks.
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