Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Stockholm’s Arlanda Airport (ARN), the largest airport in Sweden, was forced to temporarily close on the night of September 8-9, 2024, after several drones were spotted in its vicinity. According to Swedish media, at around 01:00 local time up to four unidentified drones of different sizes were detected in restricted airspace near the airport, prompting a decision by Luftfartsverket, the Swedish Civil Aviation Administration, to divert all incoming flights to alternative airports.

Lift 322

Lift Airlines Airline 322

Cranky Flier

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

JetBlue has put out some new updated guidance for Q3 of 2024, and it is looking (relatively) good. In a year when airlines have had nothing but downward revisions, JetBlue says things are looking significantly better than the previous guidance suggested. This is great, but it’s also the easiest part of the process. The hard part will be coming in the not-too-distant future.

Airlines 284

Airlines Airline Airplanes 284

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

A Trigana Air ATR-42-500 turboprop aircraft (registration PK-YSP) skidded off the runway after an aborted takeoff at Serui Airport (ZRI), an island just north of New Guinea, in Indonesia. According to local media, which quote sources at the Indonesian Ministry of Transportation, the aircraft was taking off for Sentani International Airport, in Jayapura (DJJ), shortly after 10:35 local time on September 9, 2024, when, for unknown reasons, it veered left while failing to gain altitude.

Runway 301

Runway 301

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Boeing has just reached a massive new tentative agreement affecting over 33,000 Boeing employees In its statement on the deal, Boeing revealed it plans to build the much-anticipated 797 mid-sized airliner in Washington. The proposed New Midsize Airplane (NMA) has been touted for around a decade, but these are the first concrete plans for the project.

Airplanes 141

Airplanes Airlines Airline 141

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Air Canada has failed to reach a successful settlement with its pilots after its offer of a 30% wage increase was rejected following weeks of negotiation. According to the Air Canada group at the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), the union representing more than 5,400 Air Canada pilots, the last time pilots entered into a collective agreement with the airline was 10 years ago.

Pilot 284

Pilot Airlines Airline 284

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

An Airbus BelugaXL has flown to London Heathrow to deliver spare parts for a British Airways A350 that had been damaged after another aircraft hit its horizontal stabilizer at London Heathrow. Simple Flying has previously reported that Airbus Beluga was expected to " perform a rescue mission sometime next week to return a damaged A350 back to commercial service.

Horizontal Stabilizer 122

Horizontal Stabilizer Stability 122

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

It has been a day of mixed messages in Australia after the Coalition’s Shadow Transport Minister Bridget McKenzie, appeared to suggest powers could be introduced to break up Qantas and Jetstar to “deal with the airline duopoly”. In an op-ed published for the Australian Financial Review on September 9, 2024, Senator McKenzie floated the idea of “divestiture as a measure to ensure consumers’ interests”. “The Australian travelling public doesn’t expect much.

Airlines 284

Airlines Airline 284

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The cargo airline K-Mile Asia will begin operating Thailand’s first 767-300 Boeing Converted Freighter after welcoming the new jet at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). The Boeing 767-300BCF is also the first time that K-Mile Asia has flown a widebody freighter with the cargo airline currently relying on a fleet of five Boeing 737Fs. The new aircraft, registered HS-KSA, joins K-Mile Asia as it celebrates its 20th anniversary.

Cargo 274

Cargo Payload Jet Airlines 274

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines first unveiled its new innovative inflight entertainment (IFE) and connectivity system, Delta Sync, last year. It was initially installed on Airbus A321 aircraft, but now, one year later, Delta has rolled out its new seatback feature across four other aircraft types.

119

119

Ask the Pilot

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

September 11, 2024 MY MOST VIVID MEMORY of September 11th, 2001, is my memory of a cockroach. It was one of the biggest roaches I’ve ever seen — copper-colored and bullet-shaped, the length of my little finger — and it came crawling across the platform of the Government Center subway station at 7:00 a.m., as I stood there waiting for the train that would take me to Logan Airport.

Airplanes 117

Airplanes Cockpit Lift Pilot 117

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Two new European routes are on the horizon for Etihad Airways. The carrier has confirmed that it will begin services to Prague and Warsaw next year, both of which will be new destinations for the airline as it continues to diversify its European network.

Airlines 119

Airlines Airline 119

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Emirates operates a huge number of fifth freedom routes , ranging from New York to Milan, to Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo, to Male to Colombo, to Bangkok to Hong Kong. The airline has just revealed plans to cut one of its longest standing fifth freedom flights, and I can’t say I’m surprised. Emirates ending Singapore to Melbourne route As reported by The Straits Times , Emirates has revealed that it intends to cut its daily flight between Singapore (SIN) and Melbourne (MEL).

Airlines 118

Airlines Airline 118

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

An Airbus BelugaXL has flown to London Heathrow to deliver spare parts for a British Airways A350 that had been damaged after another aircraft hit its horizontal stabilizer at London Heathrow. Simple Flying has previously reported that Airbus Beluga was expected to "perform a rescue mission sometime next week to return a damaged A350 back to commercial service.

Horizontal Stabilizer 119

Horizontal Stabilizer Stability 119

Airline Economics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Panellists discussing sustainability linked loans at Airline Economics’ Growth Frontiers London 2024 said low cost carriers will be heavily impacted by incoming sustainability measures. Mandates such as emissions reductions and regulations, as well as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will weigh heavily on these carriers.

Airlines 111

Airlines Airline 111

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As the aviation industry looks to reduce emissions, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is one of the keys to reaching targets. The aviation industry is working on a huge range of levers to reduce emissions , including more efficient aircraft, various smart systems, and even weather forecasts to avoid aircraft contrails (which are thought to contribute to global warming).

Weather 119

Weather 119

Airline Geeks

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Ultra-low-cost carrier Allegiant has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX aircraft after nearly eight months of manufacturing delays.

126

126

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM), located in the Caribbean nation of Sint Maarten, will soon have its new terminal ready for arriving passengers. It is part of SXMs Airport Reconstruction Project and has been opening in phases. With its premises made available to departing passengers earlier this year, those landing at the airport will also soon get to arrive at the new building.

116

116

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Buying airline points strategically can make a lot of sense , especially for first and business class redemptions, where redeeming points represents a disproportionately good deal. British Airways Executive Club has just launched a bonus on purchased Avios, which some people might find to be worthwhile. While the program frequently sold Avios at a discount back in the day, it’s pretty rare to see this nowadays.

Airlines 109

Airlines Airline 109

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

In January 2021, Norwegian Air Shuttle suspended its long-haul transatlantic operations, disappointing many who had enjoyed the carrier's affordable service between North America and Europe. While the COVID-19 pandemic likely played a major factor in the collapse of the airline's long-haul route network, the carrier was already losing significant amounts of money before the global travel slowdown.

Airlines 116

Airlines Airline 116

Airline Geeks

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

World famous amongst aviation enthusiasts, Sint Maarten’s Princess Juliana International Airport will open a new terminal building in the coming weeks.

Airlines 119

Airlines Airline 119

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Chicago-based United Airlines has determined that Boston was its most popular destination among its extensive domestic network. The carriers domestic operation in the New England city has not changed much since last summer.

Airlines 116

Airlines Airline 116

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

In late 2023, Air France-KLM and Etihad announced plans to expand their partnership. This included frequent flyer reciprocity, an expanded codeshare agreement, and Air France even launching flights to Abu Dhabi. Well, this is now at least being partly scaled back… Air France ending flights to Abu Dhabi as of October 2024 As flagged by AeroRoutes , Air France will soon be discontinuing its Paris (CDG) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) route, almost exactly a year after it launched.

Airlines 108

Airlines Airline 108

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The Boeing 777 is one of the more beloved aircraft for carrying out long-haul flights. It is also the most-produced widebody aircraft of all time, and its production number has even surpassed the Queen of the Skies - the Boeing 747.

116

116

Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Airplane performance can be defined as the capability of an airplane to operate effectively while serving a specific purpose. Among the performance elements are takeoff and landing distances, rate of climb, ceiling, speed, payload, and fuel economy. Answer these questions and see if you can correctly determine all the factors required for adequate aircraft performance.

Density Altitude 105

Density Altitude Knot Ground Effect True Airspeed 105

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

On Thursday, September 5, Merlin revealed that its Cessna Caravan aircraft had officially begun its flight test campaign. Merlin, which is a leading developer of autonomous flight technology in the fixed-wing aircraft industry, has equipped this specific Cessna Caravan with its Merlin Pilot platform. This platform, which has already been displayed on several aircraft, powers the aircraft and operates the Cessna Caravan without a pilot, flying the aircraft autonomously.

Pilot 116

Pilot General Aviation 116

AV Web

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Air Canada will start winding down operations on Sunday as it prepares for its 5,400 pilots to go on strike on Sept. 18. The airline says the “orderly shutdown” will repatriate aircraft from international destinations and ensure the system is ready for an organized restoration of service. The airline has warned that it could take 10 days to get back to normal even if the strike is short lived.

Pilot 105

Pilot Airlines Airline 105

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Spanish low-cost carrier LEVEL Airlines unveiled its winter schedule last week, revealing it would be expanding its presence on a variety of routes to the Americas. In particular, the United States will see its seat offer grow by 9%, in part driven by the addition of LEVELs latest route connecting Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) with Miami. The carrier will also expand its offer on flights to Buenos Aires in Argentina.

Airlines 116

Airlines Airline 116

Airline Geeks

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The additional headcount includes over 385 aviation maintenance technician (AMT) roles, the Fort Worth-based carrier said.

Airlines 126

Airlines Airline 126

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As the 2024 Paralympic Games close in Paris, it seems fitting that Australia's Melbourne Airport launches the nation's first dedicated service to assist passengers who need extra help navigating the airport. The airport has opened four Mobility Hubs at strategic locations, which will be staffed by Travellers Aid personnel.

116

116

Airline Geeks

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The UAE’s flag carrier Emirates has confirmed that it will be cutting a long-served route from Singapore to Melbourne, Australia.

119

119

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Delta Air Lines is planning to cut flights between Cincinnati (CVG) and Denver (DEN) beginning October 29, 2024, according to the aviation analytics company Cirium. However, the reason is still unknown. Simple Flying has reached out to Delta Air Lines for a comment.

116

116

AV Web

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Four people, including a 15-year-old student pilot, were killed in the crash of a Piper Arrow 180 at Basin Harbour Airport, a grass strip in Ferrisburg, Vermont on Sunday. The aircraft crashed in a wooded area shortly after takeoff just after noon and the student, Delilah Van Ness, her mother Susan Van Ness, her high school flight instructor Paul Pelletier and passenger Frank Rodriguez were found dead at the scene about 12 hours after the crash.

Pilot 98

Pilot Runway 98

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

British Airways has long been a pioneer of transatlantic flying. Its predecessor, BOAC, initiated the first-ever transatlantic jet service between London Heathrow and New York Idlewild in 1958, using a de Havilland DH.106 Comet 4. Since then, British Airways famously used Concorde from 1976 to 2003 to provide transatlantic service at supersonic speeds with Concorde, cutting the journey from London to New York to just over 3 hours.

Jet 111

Jet 111

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer program has just launched a Global Redemption Sale , whereby you can save 25% off the cost of an award ticket across a variety of routes, for a travel period of several months. We haven’t seen this offer in about a year, so it’s cool to see it return. It’s separate from the program’s Spontaneous Escapes Sale , which is available monthly, and is much more restrictive.

Airlines 97

Airlines Airline 97

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

A Boeing 737 MAX 8 operated by Southwest Airlines diverted to Ontario, California, Saturday evening due to the smell of smoke in the cabin. The aircraft was briefly taken out of service, and the airline deployed a replacement aircraft to continue the flight.

Airlines 111

Airlines Airline 111

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Rewards have just expanded their partnership, to allow points transfers between the two programs. Surprisingly enough, this could actually be a decent deal. Transfer Marriott & MGM points at a 10:8 ratio Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Rewards have a partnership. With this, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and redeem points, and can even take advantage of select elite benefits, at eligible MGM properties.

92

92

Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Aeromexico will be expanding its operation in the US with new and returning routes from Guadalajara, Monterrey, Cancn, and Manzanillo for the holiday season. The carrier will utilize its Boeing 737 aircraft on most routes, but the Embraer E190 will also support its operation.

111

111