Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2025

Taiwanese carrier China Airlines intends to expand its fleet with up to 13 additional aircraft, five Airbus A350-900 and eight A321neo aircraft. These plans were revealed in a filing to the Taipei Stock Exchange published on June 25, 2025. The airline’s board of directors approved the transaction, valued at close to US$2 billion. Although it appears no specific deal has yet been finalized, at least five of the A321neos would be supplied by Aircraft Lease Corporation (ALC).

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Cranky Flier

JUNE 26, 2025

United and JetBlue carefully crafted their Blue Sky partnership to avoid any regulatory concerns. The airlines aren’t codesharing, there is no pricing or schedule coordination, and in general, they’ve followed the guidance that the judge who shot down the Northeast Alliance (NEA) between American and JetBlue gave on how to construct a legal partnership.

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Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2025

Aviation parts supplier Aventure Aviation has secured 12 former Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-900 NG aircraft for teardown at its Arizona base. On June 24, 2025, Aventure Aviations declared that the haul of Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 jets is the largest acquisition in the company’s 24-year history. “This is a major milestone for Aventure…it’s by far the largest amount of aircraft we have purchased at one time,” said Talha Faruqi, President of Aventure.

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Airline Airlines Jet 169

Flying Magazine

JUNE 26, 2025

Every day, the team at Aircraft For Sale chooses an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, a good deal, or has other qualities we find interesting. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily. Today’s Top Pick is a 1968 Beechcraft Baron B55. For pilots looking to step into a true cross-country machine with twin-engine performance and updated systems, this Baron B55 is worth a closer look.

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Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2025

In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become more commonplace in all walks of life, with the aviation and aerospace sectors being no exception. From crew resourcing to reducing food wastage on long-haul flights, there are increasingly few activities in these industries that remain untouched by AI and its potential to some degree. International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, Vueling, and Level, is one such organisation that is embracin

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Airline Airlines Cargo Jet 152

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2025

While Europe is full of legacy airlines and flag carriers with long and diverse histories, low-cost operators also make up a considerable proportion of the current market. All across the continent, budget airlines like easyJet, Ryanair , and Wizz Air are known for ferrying guests from A to B for lower prices than anyone else, albeit with the caveat that passengers have to pay extra for most of their useful amenities.

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Airlines Airline 105

Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2025

QantasLink has announced that it has chosen the Embraer 190 (E190) as the preferred aircraft type for a major fleet renewal program at its Western Australia-based regional operation, Network Aviation. Part of the renewal plan is to have QantasLink’s Fokker F100 (F100) aircraft retired and replaced with up to 14 E190 aircraft. According to Qantas, it is currently assessing sourcing options for mid-life E190 aircraft and is targeting for the first aircraft to arrive towards the end of 2026.

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Airline Airlines 152

Aerotime

JUNE 26, 2025

Etihad Airways’ flagship Airbus A380 aircraft touched down at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport (YYZ) for the first time on June 24, 2025. This marks the start of Etihad’s daily A380 service to Toronto from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Etihad’s superjumbo aircraft was welcomed with a water salute upon arrival in Toronto. Etihad’s iconic A380 just touched down at Toronto Pearson for the first time.

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Airline Airlines 161

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2025

easyJet cabin crew based in Spain began a three-day strike on June 25, set to continue through June 27, 2025. Their main demand is pay parity with their counterparts in other European countries, according to the USO union.

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Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 26, 2025

On June 25th, 2025, the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum ‘s Lockheed P-38J Lightning Jandina III (serial number 42-103988) completed its first post-restoration test flight at Stephens County Airport in Breckenridge, Texas. The flight was piloted by Kevin Eldridge and marked the triumphant return to the skies of a combat veteran aircraft meticulously restored by Ezell Aviation.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2025

The Airbus A330 is one of the most dynamic aircraft to have entered service. Balancing the long-range capabilities of a massive intercontinental widebody with the nimbleness of a lower-capacity jet, the Airbus A330 has, over time, been one of the aircraft models from the 1990s that remains in widespread service all across the globe today. The largest operator of the type is Delta Air Lines , and the second-largest operator is Middle Eastern flag carrier Turkish Airlines.

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Jet Airline Airlines 99

Flying Magazine

JUNE 26, 2025

Do you think private jet travel is beyond your reach? Think again, as private aviation offers more than just the image of luxury and entitlement that is often portrayed on television or social media. FLYING explores some frequently overlooked yet practical and strategic benefits of using private aviation as compared to commercial jet travel. Additionally, let’s examine the financial and logistical advantages of jet cards versus on-demand charters, highlighting how both options can benefit indivi

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Jet Airplanes Airline Airlines 69

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 26, 2025

In late 2024, the Virgin Atlantic Flying Club program was completely overhauled, with the introduction of dynamic award pricing. While the changes were a mixed bag, there were definitely more positive changes than many of us were expecting, as the cost of Virgin Atlantic’s cheapest award tickets dropped considerably, especially for Upper Class (business class) tickets.

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Airline Airlines 67

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2025

Flight Global is reporting today that Boeing and Spirit Aerosystems have completed their redesign of the door plugs present on the Boeing 737 MAX 9. The 737 MAX 9 comes standard with four exit doors, two overwing exits, and a set of two midcabin exits behind the wings. Some operators choose to deactivate these exits if their examples have a lower capacity, and these exits are filled with plugs.

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Air Facts

JUNE 26, 2025

Introducing IFR Focus: Real-World IFR Tips from Experienced Pilots Air Facts Journal Most instrument-rated pilots can recite the textbook procedures for an ILS or a hold. But what about the nuances that separate legal from smart? Or the gotchas hiding in arrivals and departures, clearances, or even datalink weather? That’s where IFR Focus comes in—a new online resource created by experienced instrument pilots and instructors to help you sharpen your IFR skills and think more critically in the sy

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Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2025

Qatar Airways is one of the world's most prominent global carriers and operates an expansive network that connects Doha to major cities across almost every continent. Over the years, the airline has established a strong international presence through a combination of rapid fleet growth, strategic partnerships, and consistent expansion into key global markets.

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Airline Airlines 64

Flyertalk

JUNE 26, 2025

CBS News reports the board reported their findings on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. “The Safety Deficiencies…Should Have Been Evident” The door plug blowout happened aboard the Alaska flight departing from Portland International Airport (PDX) on January 5, 2024. After climbing to around 16,000 feet, the door plug blew out from the fuselage, leading to an emergency landing and minor injuries to eight flyers.

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Airline Airlines 52

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 26, 2025

When airlines introduce innovative new seating products, the focus is almost always on premium cabins. Over the years, we’ve seen countless airline executives tout how they’re working on developing a revolutionary new economy product, but almost nothing ever comes of it. Sure, maybe economy gets bigger entertainment screens and better tech, but that’s about it, since airlines don’t want to allocate more real estate to each seat.

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Hangar Airline Airlines 57

BAA Training

JUNE 26, 2025

We’re very happy to announce that BAA Training Vietnam has received an EASA qualification approval for its Airbus A320-200 flight simulation training device (FSTD), and is now also formally recognized as an EASA-approved FSTD operator. The post A Milestone Step—BAA Training Vietnam Receives EASA Approval appeared first on BAA Training.

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AOPA

JUNE 26, 2025

Turboprops and light jets equipped with Garmin GTN 750Xi touch-screen navigators can now communicate with air traffic control via text messaging, with more than 25 aircraft makes and models approved for the program.

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Aviation News

JUNE 26, 2025

Paris – June 26, 2025 – Airbus Defence and Space has announced the successful completion of a test campaign for its A400M firefighting demonstrator kit.

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Flyertalk

JUNE 26, 2025

Reuters reports the ultra-low-cost-carrier is asking the U.S. Department of Transportation to block the proposed “Blue Sky” partnership between JetBlue and United Airlines. Spirit Claims New Partnership Would Be Anticompetitive The “Blue Sky” partnership was announced at the end of May 2025. Under the agreement, JetBlue and United flyers would be able to book flights on each other’s websites, use frequent flyer miles for award travel across the carriers, and enjoy interline luggage handling fr

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Airline Airlines 52

AV Web

JUNE 26, 2025

Northrop Grumman announced today (June 6) it has conducted a full-scale static fire of what it calls “the world’s largest and most powerful segmented solid rocket motor built for human spaceflight.” The testing on NASA’s Booster Obsolescence and Life Extension (BOLE) solid rocket booster represents the first demonstration of the enhanced five-segment solid rocket motor.

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Thrust 52

Simple Flying

JUNE 26, 2025

Earlier this year, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) faced operational disruption amid problems with the glare from solar panels at a nearby solar farm. The situation resulted in temporary runway closures at one of Europe's busiest airports, and, while the facility has six landing strips at its disposal, even putting one out of action can have a considerable knock-on effect, with local residents also impacted.

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Runway 49

Aviation Bussiness News

JUNE 26, 2025

International Airlines Group (IAG) has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI)-driven Engine Optimisation System designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of its fleet maintenance. Developed in-house at the company’s AI Lab, the system is aimed at helping engineering and maintenance teams across IAG’s airlines make smarter decisions about when and how to service aircraft engines.

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Cargo Airline Airlines 45

World Airline News

JUNE 26, 2025

Partnership creates seamless and convenient rail connections at Frankfurt Airport Air Canada Airbus A340-313 C-FYLD (msn 170) (Star Alliance) FRA (Christian Volpati Collection). Image: 933512. MONTRÉAL, June 26, 2025 – Air Canada today announced an extension of its codeshare agreement with Lufthansa to include Lufthansa Express Rail services at Frankfurt Airport, operated by Deutsche Bahn.

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Plane and Pilot

JUNE 26, 2025

While attending the Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo back in April, I had the pleasure of meeting and spending time with Mr. Light Sport himself, Dan Johnson. Many of you may know Johnson from his monthly Plane & Pilot columns and website, bydanjohnson.com , a popular light sport resource that will soon be integrated into the P&P website. Since Johnson is working his way toward retirement, he is handing the baton off to people such as myself to continue the mission of telling the story of these

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Aviation Bussiness News

JUNE 26, 2025

Receivers attempting to find a buyer for collapsed Australian regional airline Rex have been given more time and money. The Commonwealth government has allocated an extra AU$30m to keep the carrier flying essential routes to the end of the year and allowed the administrators until then to sell the business. A report on the Australian Capital Brief website states that total government financing for the airline amounts to $160 million.

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AOPA

JUNE 26, 2025

Legislation introduced in Congress, the Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act, seeks to address growing concerns about the misuse of ADS-B, which has been increasingly used to collect fees from pilots.

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Take Flight OC

JUNE 26, 2025

Why Wait for a Checkride? Fast-Track Your Success with Take Flight Aviation! Navigating the path to your pilot license can be challenging, especially when it comes to scheduling your checkride. Across the country, many flight schools face long waits — but not at Take Flight Aviation. Here’s why we succeed where others struggle: Swift Scheduling: High Volume of Checkrides: Annually, we conduct between 130-170 checkrides, thanks to our robust network and efficient scheduling processes.

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Flying Magazine

JUNE 26, 2025

Since I began my column over 10 years ago in IFR Magazine, I’ve strived to write as though you’re with me in the weather operations center. During most of my Air Force career, I worked as an aviation forecaster. For many years, this was a constant succession of four days on, three days off, with rotating shifts. After driving to work, we would begin a shift-change briefing.

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Aviation News

JUNE 26, 2025

Redstone Arsenal, Alabama – June 2025 – The U.S. Army has officially accepted delivery of its first MV-75 Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) virtual.

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Universal Weather

JUNE 26, 2025

Effective June 28, 2025, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has banned passengers and crew from carrying power banks without 3C markings, unclear 3C markings, or recalled models on all business aviation flights departing from mainland China. While non-compliant power banks may be brought into China, they will likely be prohibited from being carried onboard when departing the country.

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AV Web

JUNE 26, 2025

Beta Technologies announced today (June 26) that helicopter tour operator FlyNYON has committed to buy up to five of its Alia eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) aircraft. FlyNYON conducts charter and photo tourism flights around New York City. Terms of the commitment were not specified. Beta sales lead Patrick Buckles said, “With its quiet, low-cost, and ultra-reliable profile, our Alia aircraft will help set a new standard in safe, customer-first operations as FlyNYON looks to contin

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AOPA

JUNE 26, 2025

Creating the Super Cub of your dreams could get easier soon, especially if your dreams include extra horsepower. CubCrafters, the Yakima, Washington, company that manufactures and restores light sport and certified backcountry aircraft, is making available its supplemental type certificate that boosts the Piper PA–18’s performance significantly.

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AV Web

JUNE 26, 2025

Air traffic at Albuquerque, New Mexico, International Sunport (KABQ) was shut down for a time today (June 26) after a fire alarm went off at the off-airport Albuquerque Air Route Traffic Control Center. The FAA initiated a traffic ground stop when the Center was evacuated due to the alarm. It was subsequently determined that the alert was a false alarm and controllers returned to their posts.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JUNE 26, 2025

Jennifer Trock and Katelyn Hilferty of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP write that regulatory turbulence is generating both challenges and opportunities for the MRO sector. The global MRO sector plays a critical role in the aviation industry, ensuring the safety and reliability of aircraft across the globe. While the intricate web of global regulatory requirements governing the aircraft parts supply chain has always required MROs to remain vigilant, adaptive and forward-looking to maintain compli

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