Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

Virgin Atlantic has posted its 2024 financial results, which show an Earnings Before Interest and Tax profit (EBIT) of 230m (US$297 million), an almost five-fold increase over the 48 million (US$62.1 million) posted the preceding year. In terms of revenue, 2024 was a record year for the UK-based long-haul carrier. Virgin Atlantics revenues went up by 183m (US$236.7 million) to a total of 3.3bn (US$4.27 billion).

Cargo

Vintage Aviation News

MARCH 31, 2025

The aviation community is one giant family. Despite how many licensed pilots, mechanics, dispatchers, and other countless ground support staff there are, everyone seems to be somehow connected. Aviation is a large but close-knit community. Those who fly are often led into the industry by those close to them, such as a parent, grandparent, or friend.

Airplanes

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

Germanys Lufthansa Group has declared that, from summer 2025, all ITA Airways flights at Frankfurt and Munich airports will be managed from Lufthansa terminals. On March 30, 2025, the German airline group announced that this change means ITA and other Lufthansa Group airlines will operate under one roof at all the Group’s hubs. The move follows a previous announcement in February 2025 , where the German airline outlined detailed plans for incorporating the newly acquired Italian carrier in

Airline

One Mile at a Time

MARCH 31, 2025

For the next hotel stay of our royal visit to Versailles , I spent a quick night at the 146-room Park Hyatt Vienna. The property first opened in 2014, so its a bit over a decade old. I had actually stayed there twice before, though my last stay was in 2015, so I figured it was time to revisit the property. Well, Im happy to report that this continues to be a gem in Hyatts portfolio.

Ceiling

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

PLAY Airlines, the Icelandic low-cost operator has announced that it has received the Air Operators Certificate (AOC) for its new Malta-based subsidiary company, to be known as PLAY Europe. The announcement of the awarding of an AOC by the Maltese Civil Aviation Directorate was made on March 28, 2025, as the carrier hosted a special event at the new subsidiarys headquarters in Malta.

Cabin Crew

Flight Training Central

MARCH 31, 2025

Youve probably seen runway approach lights at larger airports many times during your training and when flying at night. These systems take on additional importance when flying IFR since they provide the basic means to transition from instrument to visual flight for landing. If an approach lighting system is available for a runway, the symbology will be displayed in both the small airport diagram in line with the runway, and in the briefing strip towards the top of the instrument approach chart.

Approach

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

Coming as the carriers next major policy change to cut costs, Southwest Airlines has disclosed it has dropped its fuel hedging policy after stating that the exercise in the forward buying of aviation fuel was no longer proving to be economically viable for the company. Fuel hedging is an insurance policy of sorts, designed to save an airline millions of dollars by contracting with a provider to forward purchase aviation fuel at a fixed rate per gallon for a fixed term.

Airline

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

United Airlines has revealed that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved its first aircraft type equipped with Starlink, less than eight months after finalizing a deal with SpaceX for the service. On March 31, 2025, a statement by United announced that the FAA had granted a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the aircraft, with plans for the first commercial flight featuring Starlink in-flight internet to take place on a United Express Embraer 175.

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Simple Flying

MARCH 31, 2025

In January 2024, Alaska Airlines and Boeing were in the news for all the wrong reasons when one of the carrier's 737 MAX 9 aircraft suffered a decompression following a blowout of one of its door plugs. The incident occurred just after the aircraft in question departed from Portland, and it was able to safely return to the Oregonian city with no fatalities (and only three injuries) among its 177 occupants.

Airline

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

Singapore-based aircraft leasing firm BOC Aviation has announced a large new order of narrowbody aircraft, with both Boeing and Airbus sharing the spoils of the new contracts. On March 31, 20256, the leasing giant confirmed commitments for 70 new Airbus A320neo family aircraft, while Boeing has benefited too, with an order for 50 new Boeing 737 MAX 8 twin-engine jets.

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Simple Flying

MARCH 31, 2025

The onset of coronavirus had huge implications for airlines around the world, as the sudden and sharp drop in passenger demand hit carriers' finances hard. While the commercial aviation industry has been in a state of stability and even growth in recent years following life's return to post-pandemic normality, it has taken airlines a little while to catch up to where they were financially before the health crisis hit.

Stability

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

A United Airlines Boeing 737 had a lucky escape after it struck a kite on its final approach to Washington-Reagan Airport (DCA) in the US capital. While there were no injuries caused to anyone onboard the commercial flight which landed safely, the incident has raised further questions regarding aviation safety protocols around the downtown airport, which comes just 24 hours after another flight narrowly missed a US Air Force jet while departing the airport.

Threshold

Simple Flying

MARCH 31, 2025

American Airlines, a Fort Worth, Texas-based legacy carrier, is undeniably anxiously awaiting the delivery of the first in a long series of Airbus A321XLR aircraft that will soon be a key element of the airline's medium and long-haul fleets. According to reports from social media , the first Airbus A321XLR that will be delivered to the carrier took to the skies for the first time today at Airbus' facility in Hamburg-Finkenwerder in Germany.

Airline

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) has announced the delivery of the first C909 aircraft to Lao Airlines on March 30, 2025. This marks the first time a China-made passenger jet has entered the Lao market, marking a new step in the international development of China’s commercial aircraft, COMAC declared on March 31, 2025. The aircraft, registered as RDPL-34229, is a turbofan regional jet independently developed by China.

Cabin Crew

CFI Academy

MARCH 31, 2025

If youre a pilot considering the next step in your aviation career, you’ve probably wondered, “Is becoming a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) really worth it?” Achieving a CFI rating is more than just an additional certificateit’s a gateway to accelerated career growth, greater earning potential, and invaluable personal development. 1.

Checkride

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

As part of the carriers ongoing strategy to expand its presence on domestic and international routes, private Italian airline Aeroitalia has unveiled the latest addition to its fleet in the form of an Embraer E-190 regional jet. Rolled out in the airlines full external color scheme on March 29, 2025, the aircraft joins another Embraer regional jet already at the airline, both of which have been leased from Greek-based specialist carrier Marathon Airways on an ACMI (aircraft, crew, maintenance, i

Jet

Vintage Aviation News

MARCH 31, 2025

Eighty-six years ago today, on March 31, 1939, the Miles M.9 Master took to the skies for the first time. Developed from the Miles M.9 Kestrel prototype, the Master was designed as an advanced trainer for the Royal Air Force (RAF) and Fleet Air Arm. This low-wing monoplane provided the speed and handling necessary to prepare pilots for frontline fighters such as the Spitfire and Hurricane, making it a crucial stepping stone in Britains wartime pilot training programs.

Cockpit

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

Vertical Aerospace is to adopt the universal rapid charging standard favored by electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developers Archer Aviation and BETA Technologies. Vertical Aerospace explained on March 31, 2024, that the path to eVTOL developers using the same charging standard marks a significant step towards a global, industry-wide charging infrastructure.

General Aviation

World Airline News

MARCH 31, 2025

Fiji Airways (2nd) Airbus A350-941 DQ-FAI (msn 299) LAX (Michael B. Ing). Image: 948712. FORT WORTH, Texas,March 31, 2025 — one world alliance today welcomes Fiji Airways, the flag carrier ofFijiand the South Pacific, as its newest member airline, with a full suite of one world benefits available to customers around the world beginning01 April 2025.

Cabin Crew

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

Chinese eVTOL developer EHang announced on March 30, 2025, that two of its subsidiaries, based in Guandong and Hefei respectively, have received an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) allowing them to carry people on pilotless aircraft. This approval is seen as a major milestone on the path towards providing the first commercial eVTOL services anywhere in the world.

Aviation Technology

World Airline News

MARCH 31, 2025

Airline expects first customer flight to operate on a United Express Embraer 175 aircraft less than eight months after signing SpaceX deal for Starlink United’s roll-out of this new connectivity continues with plans to install approximately 40 regional jets each month and entire two-cabin regional fleet by end of year CHICAGO,March 31, 2025 — United today announced the FAA has approved its firstStarlink-equipped aircraft type and that the first commercial flight is planned for May,

Weather

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

The cabin crew profession requires specific skills and personal qualities, leading to a successful career. These skills help build effective teamwork, ensure flight safety, and passengers’ comfort. Aerviva, a leading company offering personnel recruitment and leasing solutions, explores personal characteristics, necessary to becoming an accomplished flight attendant.

Cabin Crew

Universal Weather

MARCH 31, 2025

Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan will take place from April 13 through October 13, 2025, and is expected to significantly impact aviation traffic in the region. Kansai International Airport (RJBB) will serve as the primary international gateway, but business aviation operators should be aware of temporary restrictions and operational limitations during this high-traffic period.

General Aviation

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

Social media accounts that track celebrities and politicians flights on private aircraft may find the process becoming more difficult as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces plans to protect owners identities. On March 28, 2025, the FAA announced that it will allow private aircraft owners to request to keep certain ownership information, like their name and address, private and not publicly available on its websites.

Airline

Simple Flying

MARCH 31, 2025

If you know anything about commercial aviation in the United States, then youll know that Delta is the only major network airline in the country to operate newer-generation Airbus widebodies. American and United, however, have become all-Boeing when it comes to twin-aisle jets - relying on the 777 and 787 for the longest of services. While you may already know this, you may NOT know about American Airlines decision to turn down the Airbus A350 - and one particular individual who made this decisi

Airline

One Mile at a Time

MARCH 31, 2025

A longtime OMAAT reader messaged me an interesting question, which is something Ive been wondering about as well. I figure it makes for an interesting discussion: US airlines dont really directly make money flying Heres an interesting question about the fact that even profitable US airlines dont directly make money transporting passengers: Ive been sitting on this question for a while and was wondering if you had any thoughts.

Airline

Simple Flying

MARCH 31, 2025

Emirates will fly the Airbus A380 between Dubai and Bahrain on April 14 onlyjust one day. The reason is the Bahrain Grand Prix, although it will only operate after the event (which is on April 13) to take attendees home. It will temporarily be the world's shortest A380-operated passenger flight. Separately, Korean Air plans a one-off A380 charter round-trip operation from Nagoya to Bahrain for the F1.

CFI Academy

MARCH 31, 2025

If you’re a pilot considering the next step in your aviation career, you’ve probably wondered, “Is becoming a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) really worth it?” Achieving a CFI rating is more than just an additional certificate—it’s a gateway to accelerated career growth, greater earning potential, and invaluable personal development. 1.

Checkride

Air Facts

MARCH 31, 2025

Flying and Maintaining Prewar Aeroncas: A Guide for Antique Aircraft Owners Air Facts Journal I would like to focus on two examples of a prewar antique aircrafta restored 1938 Aeronca Chief with up exhaust and a 1939 Aeronca (Stick) Chief. The information and procedures will apply to most any prewar antique aircraft. Aircraft Systems Engineering with a History Lesson The first question is what the heck is an up exhaust?

Airplanes

Cranky Flier

MARCH 31, 2025

I have never cared about elite status, not even a little bit. Would an upgrade be nice? Sure, but I don’t travel enough to have high enough status to think that I’d ever actually get one. And I’m not tall, so I really don’t care much about extra legroom either. Living in Southern California, there are different airlines that are better for different routes.

Airline

Universal Weather

MARCH 31, 2025

Cappadocia, located in Trkiyes central Anatolia region, is a unique destination known for its surreal landscapes, ancient cave dwellings, and iconic hot air balloon rides. With increasing tourism traffic between spring and early fall, private jet arrivals to the region surge during peak months. Nevehir Cappadocia Airport (LTAZ) is the regions only civil airport and serves all business and general aviation operations.

General Aviation

Vintage Aviation News

MARCH 31, 2025

By Kevin Wilkins UK aviation enthusiasts were treated to a pleasant surprise this past week when a ghost from the past roared through the skies of the famous “Mach Loop.” At Bwlch, a prime location for low-level flight photography, spotters had a rare opportunity to capture one of Britain’s most iconic jetsthe Hawker Hunter. On Friday, March 26th, UK aviation photographers Ian Tether, Matthew Chambers and Phillip Yvonne Evans captured stunning images of Hawker Hunter XE688 (for

Jet

Simple Flying

MARCH 31, 2025

The Boeing 757 is one of Boeing's most iconic aircraft. For years, the pencil-shaped narrowbody aircraft filled the requirement for a midsized airplane. However, Boeing ended the 757's production in 2005 after 1,050 examples had been delivered. Airlines stopped showing interest in the early 2000s, especially after the slump in air travel in the wake of 9/11.

Airplanes

iPad Pilot News

MARCH 31, 2025

Flying with the iPad eBook: Tips from iPad Pilot News (Fifth Edition) iPad Pilot News For over a decade, iPad Pilot News has been the leading resource for pilots looking to maximize their use of the iPad as an electronic flight bag (EFB). Now, weve compiled our most popular and informative articles into a single, easy-to-read eBook Flying with the iPad: Tips from iPad Pilot News (fifth edition) available now on Amazon for just $2.99 !

Pilot

Simple Flying

MARCH 31, 2025

When one imagines a low-cost airline in the United States, Spirit Airlines will almost always come directly to mind. Famed for its yellow planes, famously poor service quality and for being the butt of many late-night jokes, Spirit Airlines was one of the first US-based carriers to truly delve in with the ultra-low-cost flight model. The carrier, which today is headquartered in Dania Beach, Florida, in the Miami metropolitan area, operates an extensive scheduled route network of flights througho

Airline

One Mile at a Time

MARCH 31, 2025

Its an interesting time for global aviation, primarily due to geopolitical factor that are outside of the industrys control. A lot of this has to do with President Trumps policies on tariffs, plus the general economic uncertainty weve seen. For example, a few weeks back, Delta slashed its Q1 2025 guidance , citing a reduction in consumer confidence.

Airline

Simple Flying

MARCH 31, 2025

Air France s long-haul fleet is primarily made up of Boeing 777s, offering passengers a range of seating options across Economy, premium economy, Business, and first class (La Premire). While standard economy class is designed to provide a comfortable journey, some seats stand out by offering extra legroom, better positioning, or increased privacy.