Vintage Aviation News

JULY 26, 2025

On this day in aviation history, 88 years ago (July 26, 1937), pioneering aviator Jacqueline Cochran set a new speed record for women pilots in the United States. Flying a Beechcraft D17 Staggerwing (registration NC17081, serial number 136), she reached a top speed of 203.895 miles per hour. Her record-setting route took her from Union Air Terminal in Burbank, California, to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge and back.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 26, 2025

The U.S. Air Force is testing drag-reducing devices called “Finlets” on MC-130Js with the goal of improving the transport aircraft’s fuel efficiency and range. Officials at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida said the 3-D-printed Finlets, developed by Seattle-based Vortex Control Technologies, have been mounted on the aircraft’s rear door and on both sides of the tail fin and are being evaluated for their flight and air handling capabilities.

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Aviation News

JULY 26, 2025

Aviation News July 27, 2025 – Airbus has reached a significant production milestone with the delivery of its 100th A220 aircraft from its U.S. Manufacturing.

Flying Magazine

JULY 26, 2025

The FAA this month quietly published long-awaited guidance for the certification of powered-lift aircraft—the first new category of civil aircraft since helicopters were introduced in the 1940s. Powered-lift models have characteristics of both airplanes and rotorcraft, which places the regulator in a bind when it comes to defining their airworthiness.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 26, 2025

Here’s an exciting update for those of us who love the Airbus A380 … Etihad continuing to reactivate more Airbus A380s In early 2020, at the start of the pandemic, Etihad grounded its 10 Airbus A380s , and made it clear that the plan was to retire them permanently, as part of its downsizing effort. However, times have changed at the airline, as the carrier has returned to profitability, and is once again growing pretty aggressively.

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

When the Airbus A380 first took to the skies in 2005, it rewrote the rules of long-haul travel. But beneath its double-decked fuselage and luxurious upper deck lies one of its most complex engineering feats: a landing gear system with 22 wheels. Why does the world’s largest passenger plane need so many tires? The answer lies in its size, weight, and the challenges of distributing over 560 tonnes of mass safely to the ground.

One Mile at a Time

JULY 26, 2025

American Airlines is preparing to take delivery of its very first Airbus A321XLR, making it the first US carrier to get one of these jets. However, don’t expect to see these swanky planes flying with passengers anytime soon… American has 50 Airbus A321XLRs on order In 2019, American placed an order for 50 Airbus A321XLR aircraft. For those not familiar with the A321XLR, this is the world’s longest range narrow body jet in production.

Wide-Body Aircraft

Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

Wizz Air has significantly reduced its commitment to the Airbus A321XLR as it undergoes a strategy rethink following its impending departure from the Middle East. It is now expecting to take a maximum of 15 A321XLRs rather than its initial 47 aircraft, given it no longer needs the additional range after pulling out of Abu Dhabi.

One Mile at a Time

JULY 26, 2025

Hello from Germany, as I flew Lufthansa’s Airbus A350-900 Allegris first class on the 7hr15min flight from Newark (EWR) to Munich (MUC), as part of my quick review trip. To say that I was excited about this flight would be a severe understatement. As I’ve already covered, the whole experience was quite eventful, as one of the seats in the cabin was broken, leading to a downgrade.

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

Considering that the Boeing 787 was the first airliner to have an airframe primarily made from composite materials, and has been in service since 2011, it may puzzle readers to learn that the much newer Boeing 777X , which is due to be introduced next year, has an aluminum fuselage and composite wings. Composite materials for this application are made from carbon-fiber-reinforced polymers, and have been successful due to their high strength-to-weight ratio and rigidity.

Airline

Aviation News

JULY 26, 2025

Aviation news – The Airbus A380, the flying giant loved by plane enthusiasts and luxury travelers alike, is facing a new headache—its wings are showing.

Aviation Technology

Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

Passenger aircraft cruise above 30,000 feet, and at this altitude, the air is too thin for people to breathe. Aircraft are not pressurized to sea level altitude (0 feet) equivalent, as that would put too much strain on the fuselage and accelerate its fatigue. Previously, the compromise for widebody aircraft was being pressurized to the equivalent of around 8,000 fee t.

AV Web

JULY 26, 2025

There was more sporty airliner maneuvering on Friday as a Southwest flight ducked under a jet warbird during climb-out from Hollywood Burbank Airport in Southern California. The 737’s TCAS went off as the plane was climbing through 14,000 feet and the crew complied with a 500-foot dive to avoid a Hawker Hunter fighter passing through on its way to Point Mugu Air Force base where it was likely to be used as an adversarial aircraft for aerial combat training.

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

The Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 powers the Airbus A330neo as the world’s newest, most reliable widebody engine. Coupled with Rolls-Royce’s global service network and tailored support packages, this engine is an unmatched combination of performance, cost-efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

Inspire

JULY 26, 2025

Rocking your wings, and landing on the dot. Powered parachutes drifting gently overhead. The taut fabric of a biplane’s wings glistening with dew at dawn. The proud lines of an airplane born not in a factory but in a family garage. Afterburners shattering the sky with the thunder of modern military might. Classic fighters weaving […] The post Oshkosh!

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

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Inspire

JULY 26, 2025

Five years ago, Jackie Burch was terrified of flying. Now, she’s flown many different aircraft types, including a CubCrafters NXCub out of its base in Yakima, Washington, all the way to Oshkosh, Wisconsin — over a 1,500-mile trip — for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh alongside three other fearless women pilots. Megan Palmer, a test pilot, flew […] The post Four Women.

Hangar

Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

Asiana Airlines is reportedly planning a drastic reduction in its flight schedule between Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) for the upcoming winter season. According to the aviation analytics company Cirium , the South Korean carrier will cut its flight frequency by 50% compared to the same period last year.

Airlines

Inspire

JULY 26, 2025

At just 18 years old, cousins Grant, EAA Lifetime 1507620, and Abby Keller are two of the youngest members of EAA Chapter 384, and they’ve already made their mark by flying a rebuilt PT-17 Stearman biplane to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh from their home in Brighton, Michigan, a more than 250-mile trip. Last year marked their […] The post Teen Cousins Grant and Abby Fly Their Grandfather’s Stearman to Oshkosh first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

Boeing has faced the first felony criminal trial ever presented against a corporation after the Lion Air Flight 610 on October 29, 2018, and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 on March 10, 2019. Despite initially pleading guilty, the Justice Department (DOJ) reached a deal in May with Boeing to avoid felony charges in lieu of additional settlement payments to the victims as well as other penalties and conditions.

Airline

Inspire

JULY 26, 2025

By Barbara A. Schmitz As soon as EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 was over, Daniel Giuliani and his son Valentino decided they would come back in 2025. But for the first time, they would fly in their own aircraft from Rafaela, Argentina, to the United States. The two did just that, arriving in Oshkosh on July […] The post From Argentina to AirVenture and Back first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

Last year, Southwest Airlines sent shockwaves around the aviation industry when it announced significant network reduction plans, withdrawing completely from four airports across North America. Among them is one of the busiest airports in the US, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), where, as of August 4, 2024, the low-cost carrier no longer operates any departing or arriving flights.

Airlines

Defence Blog

JULY 26, 2025

Ukrainian drone operators with the Security Service’s “A” Center for Special Operations (CSO “A”) have intercepted a Russian Orion unmanned aerial vehicle in what appears to be the most advanced drone-on-drone engagement recorded to date. The intercept, reported by the Ukrainian defense outlet Militarnyi, was confirmed through video footage published by the SBU.

Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

The 737 MAX is the latest iteration of Boeing's iconic series, but as the newest member of the best-selling airliner family, it's having some teething issues. Following the discovery of a unique vulnerability, investigators have recently focused on the CFM LEAP-1B engines used in the 737 MAX. In the event that the fan is damaged by a bird strike, a load-reduction mechanism built into each engine is intended to cushion the airframe.

Airline

Defence Blog

JULY 26, 2025

Thailand’s Air Force has conducted its first known combat use of South Korea’s KGGB precision guidance kits, adapting standard Mk.82 bombs for long-range strikes during ongoing clashes with Cambodian forces. According to reports, a Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) F-16 fighter jet used the KGGB—a GPS-guided glide bomb kit developed by South Korea’s LIG Nex1—to […] The post Thailand uses South Korean precision bombs in border fight first appeared on Defence Blog.

Jet

Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

How do Boeing ’s two most enduring “Jumbos” stack up when it comes to sheer size? The Boeing 747-200 and the later Boeing 747-400 share a family resemblance, yet they span decades of technological progress. For enthusiasts, historians, and airport operators alike, understanding exactly where one variant ends and the next begins helps with everything from spotting airliners on the tarmac to planning runway and gate infrastructure.

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Inspire

JULY 26, 2025

Fifty years ago, Jack, EAA Lifetime 69122, and Anne McCombs, EAA Lifetime 78375, honeymooned in the most fitting place imaginable for two aviation lovers: the EAA Oshkosh fly-in. In 1975 they attended their first EAA convention and started a lifelong adventure, and they made sure to come back to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Jack soloed […] The post 50th Anniversary Celebrated at AirVenture first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

Delta Air Lines is the largest airline in the world, measured by total passengers and number of departures. Alongside its regional subsidiaries, which operate under the Delta Connection brand, the airline flies over 5,000 flights per day. The airline also serves a staggering 325 destinations in 52 different countries spread across six continents. Overall, Delta Air Lines is also the second-oldest commercial airline operating in the United States.

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Pilots Who Ask Why

JULY 26, 2025

You’ve remortgaged your house, borrowed money, or saved for multiple years, moved countries, and spent 2 years locked up in either a room or a cockpit studying everything there is to know to pass 14 exams 📖 You’ve done it: your CPL(H) ✅ Then, you get told the industry isn’t […] The post €100,000 Just For an Instrument Rating: Have Helicopter Training Prices Gone Too Far?

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

Earlier this month, the flag carrier of Australia, Qantas , was hit with a cyber attack. The attack, which claimed to have obtained passenger data of millions of Qantas Frequent Flyer members, demanded that Qantas reply within 72 hours. The documents, shared in an exclusive by Australian Aviation , outline that the cybercriminals used AI to impersonate Qantas staff and coerced a Manila-based call-centre employee to share the information.

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Defence Blog

JULY 26, 2025

Türkiye and Indonesia have formally concluded a defense agreement for the procurement and local production of KAAN fighter jets. The Defense Industry Agency of Türkiye (Savunma Sanayii Başkanlığı) announced the signing of the commercial contract with Indonesia’s Ministry of Defense during the IDEF 2025 defense exhibition in Istanbul. The agreement covers the delivery of 48 […] The post Indonesia to buy 48 KAAN fighter jets first appeared on Defence Blog.

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

London Heathrow Airport may boast the crown for international connections, but its crowds, queues, and premium pricing leave many travelers longing for an alternative. This guide shines a spotlight on London Luton Airport , a burgeoning contender that offers speed, savings, and sustainability. Read on to discover why swapping Heathrow for Luton could transform your next trip to the capital.

Inspire

JULY 26, 2025

By Robbie Culver Any one of you reading these words could have written them. I know I am just lucky enough to be the one doing so. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh represents something different to each of us and profoundly impacts our lives far beyond the week we attend. Like many of you, my friends, I […] The post What AirVenture Oshkosh Means to Me first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

The United States is the center of warplane manufacturing in the world, and some of the most legendary aircraft manufacturers in the world proudly wave the stars and stripes. In 2025, the biggest players in the fighter jet business are Boeing and Lockheed Martin, and the F-16, F-15, F/A-18, F-22, F-35 and future F-47 are all made by these two juggernauts of defense technology.

Jet

One Mile at a Time

JULY 26, 2025

Folks, I obviously just have really bad karma on this review trip , and that’s fine. First there was the Lufthansa downgrade , and now there’s an Etihad suspension, meaning I needed to rework my trip. With the direction things are headed, I’m a little worried about my return flight on American… hopefully I don’t get Dr. Dao’ed! I’ve been suspended from Etihad Guest, apparently?

Airlines

Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2025

Air France has backtracked on planned flight increases on its Paris-Ottawa route this winter, scaling down from an initial daily flight to four/five weekly services. The carrier flew five weekly flights on this route last year and had planned to go up to a daily frequency this winter.

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The Aviationist

JULY 26, 2025

As hostilities with Cambodia continue, photos show a RTAF F-16 carrying a Mk-82 bomb converted with the KGGB kit which Thailand acquired from South Korea in 2022. Hostilities between Thailand and Cambodia continue for the third consecutive day, with reports about clashes in the southern Thai region of Trat. Thailand warned that the situation could […] The post Thai F-16 Shown with South Korean KGGB Bomb Before Strikes Against Cambodia appeared first on The Aviationist.