Aerotime
MAY 26, 2025
December 2025 will mark the 24th anniversary since the last ever flight operated by the one-time great American icon of commercial aviation, TWA, or Trans World Airlines, to give the carrier its full name. Having held a dominant position on routes across the Atlantic for decades, the airline became synonymous with transatlantic glamour and the epitome of long-haul travel by air.
Vintage Aviation News
MAY 26, 2025
In recognition of Memorial Day, aviation historian Marty Steiner offers a heartfelt tribute to a group of World War II heroes often overlooked by historythe young airmen who lost their lives during flight training. In this special article, Memorial Day Tribute: Honoring The Almost Forgotten of WWII Flight Training, Steiner sheds light on the thousands who perished before ever reaching the front lines.
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Aerotime
MAY 26, 2025
The Minns government, which manages New South Wales (NSW) in Australia, has announced that it is deploying Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopters to deliver emergency fodder to farmers affected by major flooding in the country. Several days of intense flooding and heavy rainfall in southeastern Australia began during the week of May 19, 2025, and caused extensive damage in the Mid-North Coast, North Coast, and Hunter regions.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 26, 2025
For the only hotel stay of my Le Premier in the new La Premiere adventure , I spent a night at the 240-room Courtyard Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Why did I choose this hotel? Well, the price was decent, it looked fairly new, it has a direct train connection to the airport, and I figured it would make for an interesting review, since I havent stayed at a Courtyard in years.
Aerotime
MAY 26, 2025
Airbus announced on a Linkedin post published on May 23, 2025, some changes in its technology leadership. Sabine Klauke, who until now was Chief Technology Officer & EVP Engineering Commercial Aircraft Business, will be heading Digital Design Manufacturing and Services (DDMS) Next Gen, a newly created cross-division business area. In her new role, Klauke will report to Executive Vice-President Digital Catherine Jestin.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 26, 2025
I first wrote about this a couple of weeks ago, but want to provide an update, for anyone who wants to make a points transfer before this restriction is put in place. Emirates Skywards points transfers being paused Emirates Skywards is a useful frequent flyer program, specifically for premium cabin redemptions on Emirates. If you want to redeem for Emirates first or business class, Skywards is generally the best option, despite the relatively high award costs and carrier imposed surcharges (keep
Aerotime
MAY 26, 2025
Pratt & Whitney announced that it has come to a mutual tentative agreement on a revised contract offer with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), which represents around 3,000 machinists in Connecticut who have been on strike for three weeks. Contract negotiations between Pratt & Whitney and Local Lodge 1746 members, who are part of District 26 of the IAM union, restarted on May 22, 2025.
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Aerotime
MAY 26, 2025
Vietnamese low-cost carrier Vietjet has placed a new order with Airbus for 20 A330-900 widebody aircraft to support strategic expansion over the next decade. On May 26, 2025, Airbus announced in a statement that the agreement was signed in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, by Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao and President Airbus International Wouter van Wersch.
Plane and Pilot
MAY 26, 2025
As I settled back into my seat, I looked over to the first officer. We were about 15 minutes prior to departure, and things were all shaping up to be on time. Hey, hows about a preflight checkl- Interior and exterior inspections? Compl- Oxygen masks? Chec- Checked. CVR? Chhhhheeeecccckkkkeeeedddddd. I waited a long moment before I replied. You could see tension building as I upset his rapid-fire recitation of the checklist.
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
Last week, a TAP Air Portugal Airbus A330 flying from Newark to Lisbon had to land with just one engine running after an in-flight shutdown. Compounding matters was the fact that the widebody twinjet, which had left the New Jersey hub almost two hours late, also experienced a hydraulic failure while descending towards the capital city of Portugal. Subsequently, its crew issued a declaration of 'PAN PAN.
Vintage Aviation News
MAY 26, 2025
On this day in aviation history83 years ago, on May 26, 1942the Northrop XP-61 Black Widow prototype took to the skies for the first time. At the controls of aircraft XP-61-NO, serial number 41-19509, was test pilot Vance Breese. Breese was no stranger to historic firstshe had also piloted the inaugural flight of the North American NA-73X, the prototype that would evolve into the iconic P-51 Mustang, on October 20, 1940.
Flying Magazine
MAY 26, 2025
Even if you have a datalink weather capability in the cockpit, dont give up on your air traffic controllers. Many other technologies are at workalbeit unseen, but critical to get the pilot back on the ground safely. This is especially true when flying through a high-impact terminal area during the warm season when convective SIGMETs are sprinkled nearly everywhere.
Pilot Institute
MAY 26, 2025
Imagine youre cruising smoothly at 35,000 feet. The sky is clear, and a jetstream wind gently carries you forward. Then all of a sudden, and without warning, youre rocked violently by an invisible force. Welcome to the world of Clear Air Turbulence (CAT). These weather events are fierce and brutal, and whats worse is that you never see them coming. But despite being unpredictable, theyre something you can arm yourself against.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 26, 2025
Often Ill write about new airport terminals, and someone will point out the lack of moving walkways, and wonder how airport designers could make such a mistake for a new facility. Heck, weve even seen some airports rip out perfectly functional moving walkways. What are they thinking?!? Well, this trend is no coincidence, so lets discuss that in a bit more detail.
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
The Boeing 737 MAX has long been the most important narrowbody aircraft put on the market by manufacturer Boeing, but the type has certainly faced its fair share of challenges. Originally designed as an upgraded version of the Boeing 737 Next Generation (one of the best-selling aircraft in history), the Boeing 737 MAX is one of the most capable aircraft on the market.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 26, 2025
While the Maldives is known for being a luxury vacation destination, the fun doesnt really start until you get to your resort, as Velana International Airport (MLE) is kind of a mess. The current terminal was designed to accommodate just one million passengers per year, while current passenger numbers are way more than that (between departures and arrivals, the airport currently sees roughly four million international travelers per year).
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
United Airlines is nearly two weeks into a catering disruption at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) , and the situation has yet to stabilize. The airline recently switched to a new catering service provider, LSG Sky Chefs, but the transition has left flights departing without meals, drinks, or basic galley supplies.
Aerotime
MAY 26, 2025
The Finnish Air Force kicked off its annual Baana 25 exercise on May 26, 2025, launching flight operations from a section of the E75 highway near Tikkakoski. The drills, running through May 29, 2025, reflect Finlands commitment to mobile and dispersed air combat capabilities, which is in line with NATOs Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concept. Throughout the week, Finnish Air Force jets, including F/A-18 Hornet fighters, will take off and land on a specially prepared section of Highway 4, which ha
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
Air New Zealand has flown one of its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft back from Australia after the aircraft suffered a collision with a jetbridge, resulting in a small hole just below the cockpit windows earlier in May.
Aviation News
MAY 26, 2025
Qatar Airways is reportedly planning to cancel its order for 25 Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft, citing ongoing certification delays and evolving fleet requirements. The.
Air Facts
MAY 26, 2025
Bahamas Bucket List: Idyllic Island Hopping Air Facts Journal Nearly 10 million people arrived in the Bahamas via cruise ship last year. If conspicuous consumption, crowds, and casinos align with your concept of an authentic Bahamas experience, you can stop reading now and skip to the next story. On the other hand, if quiet, secluded islandswith the same climate, beaches, currency, and language as Nassau, but otherwise the complete oppositeappeal to you, the jewels of the archipelago known as th
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
Just this past week, French flag carrier Air France inaugurated a new nonstop service from its principal hub at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in Paris to Orlando International Airport (MCO). This flight currently operates four times per week, and it uses the carrier's dynamic fleet of premium-configured Airbus A350-900 jets , some of the most capable in its inventory.
All Plane
MAY 26, 2025
Why did ultra-low-cost airline Wizz Air invest in a British startup that turns sewage into aviation fuel? Yvonne Moynihan, head of ESG and sustainability at Wizz Air, and James Hygate OBE, founder and CEO of Firefly, have been in the podcast to explain it in all detail. In this episode we talk about Fireflys novel SAF technology, how they plan to scale it up and how it will help Wizz Air reduce its carbon footprint per passenger even further.
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
United Airlines has commenced nonstop flights between Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) in Senegal, marking its first-ever service to the West African country. Dakar is the airlines sixth African destination, coming just six months after the launch of flights to Marrakech, Morocco.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 26, 2025
We know that Saudi Arabia is investing a lot of money to build its non-religious tourism sector. One common question weve seen has been if/when the country will lift its ban on alcohol. Well, its finally happening, though with restrictions, as youd expect. Alcohol will soon be available in Saudi Arabia As of 2026, Saudi Arabia plans to lift its 73-year ban on alcohol.
AV Web
MAY 26, 2025
The FAA has expanded the “aircraft hazard area” for SpaceX’s ninth test launch of its Starship system in hopes of avoiding the air traffic scramble that resulted from the previous two failed launches. In January and March, Starship vehicles disintegrated over the Caribbean, diverting aircraft in flight and grounding others. For the next launch, which could happen as early as Tuesday, the agency has declared a 1600-nm hazard area stretching from the launch site in Starbase, Texa
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
In an interview with Bloomberg, Qatar Airways confirmed that it would be abandoning its orders for 25 Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft, placed during a spat with Airbus over a paint dispute.
Photographic Logbook
MAY 26, 2025
"Are You on the Right Road?" Standing boldly at the confluence of I-75 and Dixie Highway in my Michigan hometown, a massive portrait of Jesus confronts commuters with the caption, "Are you on the right road?" The sign is so well-known that it made an appearance in the 1989 documentary Roger & Me, despite that film being set in Flint, MI one county and thirty Interstate minutes north of my childhood home.
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
On May 24, a Houston-bound All Nippon Airways Boeing 787-9 operating Flight 114 was diverted to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after a passenger attempted to open an exit door mid-flight. The flight landed safely at the airport, where law enforcement met the aircraft.
The Aviationist
MAY 26, 2025
Less than a year after the first deliveries, the RNLAF completed the transfer of the last of the 24 F-16s promised to Ukraine, which will reach the country after a stop in Belgium. The Netherlands Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans revealed in the Dutch talk show WNL op Zondag on May 25, 2025, that the country […] The post Netherlands Completes Delivery of 24 F-16s to Ukraine appeared first on The Aviationist.
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
An Antonov An-24 has suffered a landing gear collapse at the conclusion of a domestic flight in Russia. The plane, operated by Angara Airlines, experienced the abnormality after touching down in Kirensk, resulting in dramatic imagery as the stricken turboprop passenger aircraft came to a stop on the grass. Luckily, there have not been any reported injuries among the plane's more than 50 occupants.
Flight Training Central
MAY 26, 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of the Flight Maneuver Spotlight series. Here we’ll highlight the various maneuvers you’ll practice during your flight training and be expected to demonstrate during your Private Pilot checkride. One of the most valuable skills a pilot can develop, crosswind landings demand precise control and sound technique.
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
WestJet launched in 1996 with three Boeing 737-200 aircraft and a limited network in Western Canada. Nearly three decades later, it operates a fleet of around 190 aircraft and serves more than 120 destinations across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean.
The Aviationist
MAY 26, 2025
A seven-ship dissimilar formation with B-2A, B-1B, B-52H, F-22A, F-15C, F-16C and A-10C showcased the Air Force’s capabilities at the Air and Sea Show in Miami Beach. In a ceremonial flypast during the Hyundai Air and Sea Show in Miami Beach, Florida, on May 24, 2025, the U.S. Air Force unveiled a first-of-its-kind tri-bomber/fighter dissimilar […] The post USAF Showcases Airpower with Dissimilar Bomber-Fighter Freedom Formation appeared first on The Aviationist.
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
First class air travel has been on the decline over the past decade, with many carriers choosing to focus on their business class and premium economy cabins instead. Scores of major airlines have either scrapped or drastically reduced their first class offerings, believing that the cabin ultimately does not represent a good business investment. The data does appear to back this up, with first class cabin costing airlines up to three times more to operate compared to a business product.
Aviation News
MAY 26, 2025
Vietjet, Vietnams largest private airline, has placed a new order with Airbus for 20 widebody A330-900 aircraft to support strategic expansion over the next decade.
Simple Flying
MAY 26, 2025
Vietjet and Airbus have confirmed that the airline has ordered another 20 A330-900 aircraft, doubling its already existing backlog for the widebody aircraft that the Vietnamese carrier initially ordered in February 2024, which was firmed up during the Farnborough International Airshow in July 2024.
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