Cranky Flier
MAY 6, 2025
There was a big dog-and-pony show at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport last week touting American’s growth. This didn’t sound like much to me until I saw the details. Holy cow. American is turning on the jets with a massive number of new gates at DFW in the not-so-distant future. You may recall the previous DFW growth plan which was announced in 2023.
Aerotime
MAY 6, 2025
Air traffic controllers at the Philadelphia Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) have taken time off to recover from the stress of multiple recent outages at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced. TRACON controllers lost access to the systems that assist in directing aircraft to Newark airport on April 28, 2025.
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AV Web
MAY 6, 2025
Operations below minimums on an instrument approach can be quite simple if the ceilings and visibilities are significantly above minimums. But when the chips are down along with the ceilings and visibilities, things arent quite so simple. Lets take a deep dive into what it takes to get an airplane on the ground after a successful instrument approach.
Aerotime
MAY 6, 2025
Dreaming of owning a plane but reckon you cant afford it? Think again, because several of the cheapest planes on the market offer real performance, classic charm, and airworthy reliability all for less than the cost of a new car. Of course, affordable flying is about more than just being able to buy cheap planes. There’s the cost of maintenance, insurance, tie-down, and the expenses of operation itself.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 6, 2025
An OMAAT reader (who asked to remain anonymous, for the purposes of this post) shared a very strange story with me. He was able to board a flight, then temporarily removed so that a ticket issue could be addressed, and then denied boarding. What exactly happened here? Traveler removed from United aircraft, denied boarding A traveler shares what he calls the most outrageous treatment that he has ever received from an airline.
Aerotime
MAY 6, 2025
Qantas has announced a major expansion from its base in Perth in Western Australia, with the introduction of two new international routes from the city. Johannesburg in South Africa and Auckland in New Zealand will be added to the carriers list of destinations from Perth International Airport (PER) from the end of 2025, with three flights per week to each of the new cities.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 6, 2025
The Air France-KLM Flying Blue program has just added a useful new award redemption partner. How good are the redemption values, though? Air France-KLM Flying Blue adds Air Tahiti awards Its now possible to redeem Air France-KLM Flying Blue miles for travel on Air Tahiti. For those not familiar, Air Tahiti is based in French Polynesia , and operates a fleet of 16 turboprops (this isnt to be confused with Air Tahiti Nui, the long haul airline of French Polynesia ).
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Flying Magazine
MAY 6, 2025
Private aviation company Wheels Up is starting a new program aimed at supporting and generating demand for sustainable aviation fuel. Wheels Up charter customers looking to reduce their carbon footprint will now have the opportunity to contribute to the purchase of SAF as part of their booking. The contributions will help Wheels Up obtain SAF from Delta Air Lines, which is building up its own supply of SAF and plans to use the fuel for 10 percent of its filling needs by 2030.
Aerotime
MAY 6, 2025
China Southern has set its eyes on the Pacific, having resumed seasonal services to Perth Airport (PER), and also completed a test flight to Bauerfield International Airport (VLI) in Port Vila, Vanuatu. Starting November 30, 2025, the Guangzhou-based carrier will operate seasonal services to Perth three times per week using its fleet of Boeing 787-9 aircraft.
WayMan
MAY 6, 2025
Student Pilot Guide to Calculate Weight and Balance If you’re a student pilot, understanding how to calculate weight and balance is crucial. Before you fly solo or take your checkride, you need to know how to safely load an aircraft. This guide What Is Weight and Balance in Simple Terms? Here are the basic ideas you’ll need: Empty weight : What the airplane weighs without fuel or passengers.
Aerotime
MAY 6, 2025
The worlds last airworthy Douglas R4D, the US Navy version of the Douglas DC-3 commercial airliner or its C-47 military equivalent, has successfully made the long trip from Texas in the United States to Europe for a series of VE Day celebrations, marking the 80th anniversary of the official end of World War Two. Operated by the Dallas-Fort Worth Wing of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) and based in Lancaster in the US state of Texas, the aircraft arrived at the Imperial War Museum (IWM) airfiel
One Mile at a Time
MAY 6, 2025
American Airlines is launching a new long haul route, as flagged by @IshrionA , though unfortunately it wont last for long. American fills in for Qantas on Los Angeles to Brisbane route Currently, Qantas operates up to daily flights between Los Angeles (LAX) and Brisbane (BNE), using Airbus A330-200s. For the upcoming peak season, American will be taking over some of those flights.
Aerotime
MAY 6, 2025
In a bid to focus on core airline operations US airline JetBlue has sold off its startup investment division, JetBlue Ventures, to SKY Leasing. The New York-based carrier announced on May 5, 2025, that despite the sale it would continue to serve as a strategic partner to JetBlue Ventures and its portfolio companies. Founded in 2016, JetBlue Ventures has invested in 55 early-stage startups and made over 40 follow-on investments, which have resulted in eight exits in the form of acquisitions and p
Aviation News
MAY 6, 2025
On May 6, 2025, three MB-339 aircraft from the Italian Air Force’s Frecce Tricolori aerobatic team were involved in a mid-air collision during a display.
Aerotime
MAY 6, 2025
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain in the Middle East, is expected to announce a resumption of services between its home country and the United States shortly. Rumours of the carriers long-awaited resumption of stateside services come as the US Department of Transportation granted the Gulf airline an operating license to resume services to points in the US after a decades-long hiatus of offering flights to Houston and New York.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 6, 2025
Its an exciting time for Air New Zealand. The carrier is in the process of retrofitting its Boeing 787s with new interiors , including new business class seats. Thats not all, though, as the airline is also upping its lounge game, as reported by Executive Traveller itll require some patience, though. Air New Zealand introducing two-tiered lounge in Auckland Currently Air New Zealand has a single international lounge at its Auckland Airport (AKL) hub.
Aerotime
MAY 6, 2025
The acclaimed US investor Warren Buffet has announced he will retire from his role as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, the parent company of private aviation firm NetJets. The 94-year-old announced the news during Berkshire Hathaways annual general meeting on May 3, 2025, with only his children Howard and Susie Buffett given prior notice of the move. The following day on May 4, 2025, Berkshire Hathaways Board of Directors voted unanimously to appoint Buffets pick Greg Abel as the new president and CEO
Simple Flying
MAY 6, 2025
An Aer Lingus Airbus A330-300 was forced to return to the British Isles, as the aircraft, which departed from the United Kingdom, landed in Shannon, Ireland, due to technical problems while trying to cross the Atlantic Ocean.
Flying Magazine
MAY 6, 2025
Higher revenue from aviation operations boosted earnings for Berkshire Hathaways services business, which includes NetJets and FlightSafety International. The services group reported a 6.6 percent increase in revenue, with earnings rising from $5.15 billion in the first quarter of 2024 to $5.49 billion in Q1 of 2025. Company officials attributed the climb in part to the aviation segment, where revenue rose by 10.4 percent as a result of growth in the firms shared aircraft ownership programs and
AV Web
MAY 6, 2025
Following a two-year project thats now in its 13th year, Seattle-based Legend Flyers owner Bob Hammer described for AVweb the first flights of the restoration shops Mitsubishi A6M3-32 Zero fighter this week. Mike Spalding, chief pilot for the Military Aircraft Museum of Virginia Beach, Virginia, performed the two test flights, marking the first time the aircraft has broken ground since WWII.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 6, 2025
Houston-based low cost carrier Avelo Airlines is the latest to introduce premium seating options, following the industry trend. The airline is also doing this with amazing (unbelievable?) efficiency Avelo Airlines introduces extra legroom seating on 737s Avelo Airlines operates a fleet of just over 20 Boeing 737s, including 149-seat 737-700s, and 189-seat 737-800s.
Simple Flying
MAY 6, 2025
Travelers today rely on their electronic devices, whether in flight mode or not; these gadgets can pose a significant safety risk if they are onboard and become trapped in the aircraft seats. These instances have led to several emergency landings due to smoke or fire hazards. This article will answer the dangers of electronic devices becoming stuck in airplane seats.
Aviation News
MAY 6, 2025
Northrop Grumman Corporation successfully completed two test flights of its Advanced Hypersonic Technology Inertial Measurement Unit at hypersonic speed, leveraging Stratolaunchs reusable hypersonic airplane, Talon-A.
Simple Flying
MAY 6, 2025
Passengers traveling with US-based ultra-low-cost carrier Avelo Airlines will have the option to select seats with extra legroom as of this coming September. The airline, which is also rolling out a product that will feature a blocked middle seat for a more premium experience, announced these changes in a statement published earlier today, as it looks to establish itself as America's most convenient airline.
Aviation News
MAY 6, 2025
The United Kingdom’s F-35 fleet aims to declare full operational capability during the most formidable deployment of UK airpower this century. A Carrier Strike Group.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 6, 2025
Qatar Airways is reportedly nearing a massive aircraft order, which would take the carriers capacity to the next level Qatar Airways plans to order up to 200 Boeing jets Bloomberg reports that Qatar Airways is nearing a major Boeing wide body aircraft order. The expectation is that the airline will place a firm order for 100 jets, with options for 100 more jets.
Simple Flying
MAY 6, 2025
Air New Zealand has unveiled its first fully retrofitted Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, ZK-NZHthe worlds first retrofit of its kind for this aircraft type. The aircraft features a redesigned cabin layout, including the airlines new first-class-like product, Business Premier Luxe. Seats will be available for booking from May 7.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 6, 2025
To kick off the return portion of our winter trip to Tokyo & Niseko , I flew ANAs Boeing 737-800 Premium Class on the short domestic flight from Sapporo (CTS) to Tokyo Narita (NRT), prior to connecting to ANAs Airbus A380 first class to Honolulu (HNL). Prior to my flight, I had the chance to check out the ANA Lounge at New Chitose Airport, in Sapporo.
Simple Flying
MAY 6, 2025
US-based legacy carrier Delta Air Lines has decided to dust the cobwebs off of a long-abandoned service, which, interestingly, does not operate to or from any of the airline's major hubs. With the busy summer travel season on the horizon, Delta's route strategy department has been hard at work planning for the next winter travel season.
Aviation News
MAY 6, 2025
The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Ukraine of F-16 Training and Sustainment and related equipment.
Simple Flying
MAY 6, 2025
Commercial airliners like the Boeing 767 have been extensively modified by manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus to suit the needs of military operators like the United States Air Force. Whether serving in a reconnaissance, transport, or strategic refueling role, the ability to use modified commercial airliners, which are some of the most powerful and efficient planes in the skies, to support military operations can be essential to global air forces.
Aerotime
MAY 6, 2025
Qatar Airways announced it will expand its services to North and South America, with increased flights from Dohas Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). From June 19, 2025, the Doha-based carrier will operate five weekly flights to Toronto, with plans to increase the service to daily by winter 2025.
Simple Flying
MAY 6, 2025
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is one of the most important air travel gateways on the US East Coast. The facility is not only the most important air travel gateway in the state of New Jersey, but it is also a principal airport serving the New York City area, the largest and busiest air travel market in the country.
Alaska Air
MAY 6, 2025
Our new nonstop service between Seattle and Seoul launches on Sept. 12, featuring an exclusive $999 roundtrip fare available for one week only. The post Fall in love with Seoul: Why autumn is the best time to go (and how to fly there for $999) appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.
Simple Flying
MAY 6, 2025
They say time flies. In the case of American Airlines lowest-capacity widebody, the Boeing 787-8, it does. The one world members first revenue-generating flight aboard the 787-8 occurred 10 years ago, on May 7, 2015 , between Dallas/Fort Worth and Chicago O'Hare.
Alaska Air
MAY 6, 2025
The post Aircraft technicians at Horizon Air ratify new four-year contract appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.
Simple Flying
MAY 6, 2025
Last year, the US had 46 passenger routes to the Middle East. This was when United Airlines flew between Washington Dulles and Amman, replaced by Royal Jordanian in March 2025. The routes were operated by 10 carriers : American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, El Al, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Kuwait Airways, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, and United.
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