Aerotime

JULY 9, 2025

On July 8, 2025, a Lufthansa Airbus A340-600 aircraft completed a Transatlantic flight between Boston-Logan (BOS) and Frankfurt (FRA) at only 10,000 feet, just one third of the usual 30,000. The low altitude was due to the lack of pressurization in the cabin. The aircraft in question, registered D-AIHZ, was damaged by a high loader, a type of ground support equipment that is used to haul cargo onto the aircraft, while on the ground at Boston-Logan on July 5, 2025.

Ferry Flight 298

Ferry Flight Cargo Airline Airlines 298

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

Emirates' usual passenger-carrying fleet currently consists of 253 widebody aircraft. It has 119 Boeing 777-300ERs, 116 Airbus A380s, 10 777-200LRs, and eight A350-900s. Its first A350 (its first Airbus twinjet since its A330s were retired) arrived last November. It entered regular service in January 2025 from Dubai to Edinburgh.

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Airline Airlines 119

Aerotime

JULY 9, 2025

Jet2, the UK-based airline and package holiday group, has hailed what it describes as a year of record passenger numbers, revenue, and profitability. The summary comes as the travel company reported its preliminary annual figures for 2024/25 on July 9, 2025. For the period, passenger numbers grew by 12% to 19.77 million in the year, underpinned by a rise of 8% in package holidays and 18% in flight-only deals.

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Cargo Airline Airlines 285

Vintage Aviation News

JULY 9, 2025

On this day in aviation history, 115 years ago (July 9, 1910), the first flight to reach a mile above Earth’s surface was successfully completed. Pilot Walter Richard Brookins was the man behind this milestone, accomplishing the feat in a Wright Model A. Brookins’ historic flight took place during the 1910 Atlantic City Aero Meet in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

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Descent Pilot 109

Aerotime

JULY 9, 2025

Europe’s largest airline, Ryanair, has announced that it will invest $400 million in Poland’s Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) as part of a multi-year agreement aimed at more than tripling its annual passenger numbers at the airport to over five million by 2030. Under the agreement, which was signed on July 8, 2025, the Irish airline committed to doubling the number of aircraft it has based at the airport from four units to eight. and to launch up to 25 new routes from the gateway in the coming years

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Cabin Crew Airline Airlines Pilot 277

Flying Magazine

JULY 9, 2025

It takes a great deal of time and money to become a pilot. This is especially true if you plan on having a career in aviation. Missteps such as choosing the wrong flight school, failure to create and abide by a budget, or even the wrong instructor waste time and are often expensive. Wouldn’t it be great if you had someone who knows the aviation industry inside and out to provide you with guidance along your journey?

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Pilot Cockpit Flight Plan Airline 104

Aerotime

JULY 9, 2025

In addition to making headlines with its revolutionary blended wing body clean-sheet aircraft design, Californian startup Natilus has also been refining its vision for what the inside of the aircraft should be like, both for passengers and cargo. Natilus unveiled a proposed cabin interior concept for its future passenger aircraft, called Horizon , in July 2025.

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Cargo Aviation Technology 258

Aerotime

JULY 9, 2025

Boeing received 116 new aircraft orders in June 2025, significantly less than its European rival Airbus, which secured 203 orders during the same period – many of which were announced during the Paris Air Show. These new orders represent a notable decrease of 187 aircraft compared to May 2025, when Boeing recorded 303 new orders, marking the sixth-best month in the company’s history for orders.

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Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

Emirates has successfully recovered a Boeing 777-300ER that had been stranded in Iran for nearly a month after the escalating tensions in the region. The aircraft had landed at Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) on June 13, right as Israel was launching the first wave of its major air assault on Iran.

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Airline Airlines 109

Aerotime

JULY 9, 2025

Qantas has confirmed that there is no evidence that financial data was taken during a recent cyber attack on a system containing the personal details of almost six million customers. On July 9, 2025, the airline released an update stating that it has “progressed its forensic analysis of the customer data in the system that was compromised” at one of its call centers on July 2, 2025.

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Airline Airlines 257

Vintage Aviation News

JULY 9, 2025

The Soaring by the Sea Foundation ’s PBY-5A Catalina, Princess of the Stars , is currently grounded in Arlington, Washington, after experiencing an engine failure during a recent flight. The aircraft now awaits an engine overhaul and installation, a task the foundation hopes to complete with the help of public support. A fundraising campaign has been launched via GoFundMe ( click here ), aiming to raise $100,000—with the first $50,000 being generously matched by a dedicated donor.

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Airplanes Airline Airlines 116

Aerotime

JULY 9, 2025

Virgin Atlantic has announced plans to transform its long-haul services. At a special event held in Central London on July 8, 2025, the airline’s CEO, Shai Weiss, revealed the renovation of key lounges, the updating of premium cabins, and perhaps the most significant of all, the introduction of Starlink free onboard Wi-Fi for all passengers by 2027.

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Airline Airlines 204

Flying Magazine

JULY 9, 2025

Question: I know there are some aircraft that are to be soloed from the rear seat only, but is there a rule about which seat a solo pilot occupies in a side-by-side airplane? The flight school I am renting from has a line in the rental agreement that stipulates “solo flight from left seat only,” but I can’t find it in the FAR/AIM. Answer: There is no FAR that stipulates which seat a pilot should or must occupy when flying solo in a side-by-side airplane.

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Cockpit Center of Gravity Airplanes General Aviation 101

Aerotime

JULY 9, 2025

AirAsia has unveiled its latest aircraft livery, designed in honor of 50 years of bilateral relations between China and Thailand. The celebratory design is painted on one of the carrier’s A320 aircraft (registration number HS-BBR), and features two significant creatures: a dragon to symbolize China, and Thailand’s mythical serpent, the Naga. Greetings in both Thai and Chinese also adorn the aircraft fuselage on either side, making the aircraft a flying ambassador of goodwill across domestic and

Airline 271

Airline Airlines 271

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

The recently announced fiscal year (FY) 2026 budgetary request of the United States Air Force (USAF) has revealed plans to procure additional Boeing KC-46A Pegasus airborne tankers. Under the umbrella of the $32.6 billion modernization fund , more planes would be ordered and upgrades outfitted to existing jets. The 767-based jets are the latest tanker aircraft to join the US fleet, but it is still working through teething issues to achieve full mission capability.

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Jet 105

Aerotime

JULY 9, 2025

British Airways is expanding its short-haul network with three brand-new additions to its route map from London-Gatwick Airport (LGW). Operated by its European subsidiary, BA Euroflyer, the new routes to Rabat in Morocco and Graz in Austria will begin later in 2025, offering two new destinations for the northern winter season. Additionally, flights between London-City Airport (LCY) and Madrid will begin, offering more connections to the long-haul network of Iberia, the carrier’s IAG-owned sister

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Weather Cargo Airline Airlines 213

One Mile at a Time

JULY 9, 2025

In March 2024, American Airlines announced plans to retrofit its Airbus A319 & A320 aircraft, to add more first class seats. This announcement coincided with American ordering 260+ Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer jets. There’s now an update, as it sounds like this project will start in the near future, so we’ll soon start to see these new cabin interiors.

Jet 98

Jet Airline Airlines 98

AV Web

JULY 9, 2025

The investigation into the June 11 crash of Air India Flight 171 has placed focus on the engines’ fuel shut-off switches. Though India’s Accident Investigation Bureau preliminary factual report is not expected to be released before July 11, “knowledgeable people” told online news source The Air Current that data from the flight data recorder (FDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR) suggests investigators cannot rule out “improper, inadvertent, or intentional actions that preceded or followed the a

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Thrust Cockpit Airline Airlines 99

Flying Magazine

JULY 9, 2025

Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale picks an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, represents a good deal, or has other interesting qualities. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily. Today’s Top Pick is a 1978 Piper PA-32RT-300T Turbo Lance II. Piper made a splash in the mid-1960s with the release of its Cherokee Six, a roomy, six-place traveling machine that could carry family, business associates or cargo.

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Tail Ceiling Airplanes Lift 110

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

The United States Navy’s shipbuilding program at Newport News in Virginia has pushed back the delivery dates of the next two Ford-class aircraft carriers by over 18 months. The USS Enterprise (CVN-80) is currently under construction at HII’s shipyard at Newport News will be delivered in September 2029 instead of the original March 2028 date.

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Aviation News

JULY 9, 2025

Aviation News, July 9, 2025 – Off the U.S. East Coast — A U.S.

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Jet 89

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

American Airlines is adding a new destination to its route map. Starting in September, the airline will be connecting its hub at Philadelphia International Airport to Trenton, New Jersey, an airport that is currently only served by Frontier Airlines. But this is a connection with a difference, as the 42-mile route will operate three times a day using a bus service rather than regional aircraft.

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Airline Airlines 110

One Mile at a Time

JULY 9, 2025

On June 12, 2025, we saw an Air India Boeing 787 crash after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing hundreds. This is the most fatal aviation accident in roughly a decade, and it’s also one of the most mysterious. What would cause a Boeing 787 to essentially fall out of the sky just seconds after takeoff? Well, we now have our most significant update yet, as Jon Ostrower at The Air Current has a major scoop about the investigation (The Air Current does an amazing job with aerospace reporting, and i

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Thrust Lift Pilot Cockpit 91

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

The Royal Air Force (RAF) Red Arrows will fly using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) during the 2025 Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), taking place from July 18 to 20, 2025. This will not be their first use of SAF at a public event. The Red Arrows made their first SAF-powered flypast over London on June 14, 2025, for HM King Charles.

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Jet 79

One Mile at a Time

JULY 9, 2025

Passengers traveling on Lufthansa’s longest flight earlier this week were in for quite the tour of South America, including an unusual mayday call. Lufthansa 747 diverts to Asuncion, then Sao Paulo Lufthansa flight LH510 is the longest distance flight in the Star Alliance carrier’s network, as it covers a distance of 7,133 miles, and ordinarily takes a little over 13 hours.

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Air Traffic Control Weather Final Approach Approach 87

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

United Airlines will resume flights to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) on July 21, 2025, becoming the first US carrier to return to Israel. The flights will resume 10 days earlier than initially scheduled, following the easing of tensions in the Middle East.

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Airline Airlines 105

AV Web

JULY 9, 2025

General aviation pilots have responded to the catastrophic flooding of the Guadalupe River near Kerrville, Texas. The humanitarian effort is coordinated by Operation Airdrop, founded in 2017, with bases at the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Museum at Burnet Municipal Airport northeast of Kerrville. The operation also staged out of the Million Air FBO at Addison Airport (KADS) near Dallas.

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Pilot General Aviation 94

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

Onboard Wi-Fi has long been one of the weakest parts of the passenger experience. Speeds are often slow, connections drop frequently, and usage limits make it impractical for anything beyond basic browsing. But in recent years, several carriers have started adopting faster satellite internet systems to improve in-flight connectivity. One of the most talked-about changes is the growing use of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites.

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Aviation News

JULY 9, 2025

Aviation News – July 9, 2025 – As wildfires rage across southern France, a parliamentary report has raised serious concerns over the country’s outdated firefighting.

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Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

To relieve tired long-haul travelers without breaking the bank, EVA Air quietly introduced a never-before-seen class between coach and business thirty years ago, creating a sense of survival during the 12-hour journey across the Pacific. The minimal fare difference made it a hit with passengers who enjoyed the extra breathing room and many of its competitors quickly followed suit.

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Airline Airlines 117

Aviation News

JULY 9, 2025

Aviation News – EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, California – The U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School (TPS) is incorporating the newly acquired A-29C Super Tucano.

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Pilot 71

Plane and Pilot

JULY 9, 2025

On June 30, Sonex announced that the inaugural flight for its Highwing prototype was a success. Piloted by Sonex advisory board member Joe Norris, the flight was conducted in the evening and kept short due to an issue with the passenger-side door latch. Despite that trouble, Sonex reported that all engine temperatures looked good and that the aircraft handled as expected.

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Gross Weight Approach Pilot Airplanes 78

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

For Seattle’s main gateway, 2024 was a huge success. Port of Seattle’s release, which reviewed the year, touted that in 2024, the airport broke through its pre-pandemic numbers, welcoming 52.6 million passengers, an increase of 2% compared to 51.8 million in 2019.

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Airline Airlines 85

Ask the Pilot

JULY 9, 2025

July 9, 2025 THAT SOUND you heard was the sudden rejoicing of tens of millions of U.S. air travelers. They’re whooping it up because TSA just rescinded its longstanding requirement for passengers to remove their shoes prior to screening. The rule change came without warning and went into affect immediately. “Thanks to our cutting-edge technological advancements and multi-layered security approach,” said the agency in a press release, “We are confident we can implement thi

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Approach 68

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

The summer of 2025 is picking up steam, and flight schedules are jam-packed at the nation’s busiest hubs. Delta Air Lines’ hub at Atlanta’s Jackson-Hartsfield International Airport (ATL) has been the busiest airport in the world for almost three decades, and Delta says this year is shaping up to look like another repeat. The mega-hub at ATL is home to thousands of staff and aircrew who ensure even more travelers make it on their way every day aboard one of the thousands of jets that depart and a

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Jet Airline Airlines 82

Aviation News

JULY 9, 2025

Aviation News, July 9, 2025 – OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea – A fleet of upgraded F-16 Fighting Falcons touched down at Osan Air Base on June 26-27, marking a major advancement in the mod…

Jet 66

Jet 66

Simple Flying

JULY 9, 2025

SAS and Air France have applied for a codeshare network that would cover ten destinations in the United States, such as New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) approval would allow the two airlines to offer a more integrated experience for their customers, they argued.

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Airline Airlines 80